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Sarah Ferguson has been warned she will have to “face the music” after she was spotted in public for the first time in more than seven months.The 66-year-old, who lost her Duchess of York title last year after King Charles stripped both her and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor of their royal designations, was discovered concealing herself at an upmarket Austrian ski resort on Thursday.The former Duchess of York was last spotted publicly at St James’s Palace on December 12, attending the christening of her youngest granddaughter, Athena Mapelli Mozzi.A royal insider with connections to mutual friends of Ms Ferguson painted a troubling…

Oil prices dropped by more than 10 per cent on Friday, building on earlier declines after Iran confirmed the Strait of Hormuz would stay open to commercial shipping during the ceasefire. The move eased concerns over potential supply disruptions, helping drive a sharp pullback in prices.Brent crude dropped by around 10 per cent to roughly $89 per barrel, while crude oil fell more than 11 per cent in a single session.Market data from Trading Economics, recorded at around 14:32, showed the rapid sell-off unfolding shortly after confirmation that the strategic waterway had reopened.Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araqchi said the strait…

Brooklyn Beckham has sparked ridicule from his social media followers after opting for the American word “arugula” rather than the British term “rocket” in his latest culinary post.The 27-year-old, who remains estranged from his famous parents David and Victoria, shared an Instagram video on Thursday featuring a salmon salad dish.His caption reading “Sweet Jalapeño Salmon with Arugula Walnut Salad” drew swift criticism from fans who questioned his British roots.Commenters responded with remarks including “You know fully well it’s called rocket!” and “He forgets he’s not American.”Others wrote “Pretty sure its rocket, when you’re British” and “Arugula? Is it not Rocket?”The…

Electric cars have become cheaper than petrol vehicles in the UK for the first time, according to new figures from Auto Trader. The latest data revealed the average price of a new electric car is now £42,620, compared to petrol cars costing around £43,405, with drivers able to save around £785.This marks a major turning point for the car market, where electric vehicles have long been seen as the more expensive option. Experts explained how a mix of Government support and heavy discounting by manufacturers has helped close the gap.Car makers have been cutting prices on electric vehicles at record…

The process is designed to identify whether people applying for government jobs pose a security risk, either because they might seek to abuse their position, or because their personal lives make them a potential blackmail target – for example, if they are in high levels of debt or are having an affair.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he enjoys watching Arsenal play as he can “learn a lot” from them.The Gunners are in contention for a Premier League and Champions League double, sitting six points clear at the top of the table and with a European semi-final against Atletico Madrid lined up.But their style of play under manager Mikel Arteta has increasingly been criticised, having scored 37% of their 62 league goals from set-pieces this season and just two goals from open play in their last five games.Arsenal travel to second-place City in a monumental contest on Sunday (kick-off 16:30 BST)…

A patriotic pub has won its fight to keep its massive St George’s Cross – in staunch defiance of woke outrage. The exterior of the Moonrakers Inn in Pewsey has been adorned with the English flag since 2016, after landlord Jerry Kunkler wanted to show his backing for the country’s national sports teams. However, the patriotic symbol came under threat after a member of the public issued a complaint to Wiltshire Council, saying it made the boozer look like “the headquarters of the National Front”.Officers from the local authority later recommended that the planning committee deny permission for the St…

Labour whips made a bold attempt to scrap next week’s Prime Minister’s Questions session in the wake of Sir Keir Starmer’s heated confrontation with Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle.According to parliamentary sources, Labour sought to bring the Commons session to an early close next week, sparing the PM from facing another encounter with Conservative Leader Kemi Badenoch.The move came after Sir Keir reacted angrily on Wednesday when Sir Lindsay instructed him to stop evading Mrs Badenoch’s questions during the weekly session.Commons Leader Sir Alan Campbell indicated parliamentary business beyond Tuesday would proceed only “if necessary,”, as peers faced pressure to…

Queen Mary of Denmark has issued a fresh statement after the death of her father last week.Professor John Donaldson died aged 84 in Tasmania on Sunday.Announcing the passing, the Queen said: “My heart is heavy, and my thoughts are grey. My beloved father has passed away.”But I know that when the grief settles, the memories will brighten my day, and what will remain strongest is love and gratitude for everything he gave me and taught me.”Today, the monarch issued a fresh update via the Danish Royal House’s Instagram account, expressing her gratitude for the support she has received since the…

A pension pot of £100,000 would run dry within just four to five years for someone living at a moderate standard in retirement, Skipton Building Society has warned.The building society’s research reveals a troubling disconnect between expectations and reality among older savers.Nearly one in seven people aged 65 and over believe that £100,000 would be enough to fund their ideal retirement.This figure falls dramatically short of what is actually needed, even when combined with the State Pension, according to analysis based on the Retirement Living Standards.The findings come amid growing concerns about later-life finances as living costs continue to rise.…