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Students studying traditional building skills have discussed the “honour” of constructing a new nature hide at the headquarters of a foundation established by King Charles.The structure has been developed on the Dumfries House estate in East Ayrshire by students on the Building Craft and Conservation (BCP) programme, which is run by The King’s Foundation.It is the 35th “live build” project by BCP students, coinciding with the foundation’s 35th anniversary.The trainees build the hide over 13 weeks as part of a nine-month course that has seen them undertake training and work placements at a series of sites across the UK.Students learnt…

The American economy expanded at its fastest pace in two years in the third quarter, according to official figures.Data released by the Commerce Department showed gross domestic product grew at an annualised rate of 4.3 per cent between July and September.The reading significantly exceeded economists’ expectations.Forecasts had pointed to growth of about 3.2 per cent, down from the 3.8 per cent recorded in the previous quarter.The Bureau of Economic Analysis said the expansion “reflected increases in consumer spending, exports, and government spending that were partly offset by a decrease in investment”.Household spending was the main driver of growth during the…

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Morrisons is giving away 27 tonnes of free carrots to shoppers across the UK in the run-up to Christmas.The supermarket’s festive giveaway began on December 20 and will continue until Christmas Eve.The initiative allows families to pick up a complimentary carrot to leave out for Rudolph as part of Christmas Eve traditions.The free carrots are being distributed nationwide and are available while stocks last.Morrisons confirmed the carrots are provided on a first come, first served basis.The vegetables are sourced from the retailer’s Naturally Wonky range, which includes produce that may differ in shape or size from standard items but remains…

PA MediaThe protest was in support of Palestine Action prisoners on hunger strikeGreta Thunberg has been arrested at a demonstration in support of the Palestine Action protesters who are on hunger strike in prison, according to the Prisoners for Palestine protest group.The 22-year-old activist was detained in the City of London after attending the scene of the early-morning demonstration on Fenchurch Street.In a video shared by the group, she could be seen holding a sign reading “I support the Palestine Action prisoners” and “I oppose genocide”.City of London Police said a 22-year-old woman was arrested for displaying a placard in…

Kirstie Gordon has committed her future to Scotland more than eight years on from a switch to England. The 28-year-old slow left-arm bowler made 60 Scotland appearances before opting to pursue a full-time career in the English professional system.Born in Huntly, Aberdeenshire, she played in five matches at the 2018 Women’s T20 World Cup as England finished runners-up.Gordon was also selected for a 2019 Test match against Australia.Currently rehabilitating from a back injury, the Blaze captain hopes to be fit for the start of the 2026 domestic season.”It’s always been in the back of my mind in the last couple…

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A farmer has expressed his joy at Labour’s major inheritance tax U-turn, as he declared Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has finally “listened” to the community.Speaking to GB News, Olly Harrison said the decision is a “step in the right direction”, but admitted he feared getting “too excited” due to the stark impact the policy announcement has had on his peers.Confirming the decision today, Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Secretary Emma Reynolds announced the inheritance tax threshold will rise to £2.5million for farmers and businesses.She said: “So we’ve listened to farmers and businesses across the country, and we want to…

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Dame Judi Dench has held back tears as she opened up about the grief of losing her husband in an intimate new television documentary.The 91-year-old Oscar winner shared deeply personal reflections alongside her longtime friend Sir Kenneth Branagh in Tea with Judi, which aired on Sky Arts on Tuesday evening.The one-off special saw Ms Dench welcome Mr Branagh into her Surrey countryside home, where the pair discussed her extraordinary career, enduring friendships and the profound loss of her late husband, actor Michael Williams.Blending rarely seen archive footage with candid conversation, the programme offered an unusually revealing glimpse into Ms Dench’s…