Dismal duo of closures is a discouraging sign of the times
What will happen to the post office building in Queensgate when the service moves out? Unfortunately there will be no imminent refurbishment of the Queensgate building itself. Even at that early stage, the decision by post office bosses had no doubt been signed, sealed and was merely awaiting delivery. But it failed back then in Greig Street, has had similar results with other sub-post office closures, and for Queensgate it never got off the ground. But what's to become of that massive scruffy building when the hustle and hustle of the post office disappears?
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October 16, 2025 16:52 UTC
UK spy flights over Gaza to locate Hamas hostages end after 2 years
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October 16, 2025 16:18 UTC
T&P and TBWA\MCR secure Gold for The Times and Prost8 in Ocean Outdoor’s annual Digital Creative Competition
T&P and TBWA\MCR are the big winners in Ocean Outdoor’s annual Digital Creative Competition which seeks bold original ideas in Digital Out of Home (DOOH). Both agencies lifted Gold for concepts created for The Times newspaper and the charity Prost8. The six winners competing in two award categories were announced at an industry event hosted by Ocean at One Marylebone in London today (16th October). In the non-profit category, Gold goes to TBWA\MCR for Dodge the Finger, a humorous interactive arcade game from Prost8 which shows men how a simple blood test can detect the illness. I look forward to seeing these ideas brought to life across Ocean’s estate.”The two Gold winners will go forward to compete for Ocean’s European Grand Prix which draws together the winners of Ocean’s other Digital Creative Competitions taking place across six markets in Northern Europe.
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October 16, 2025 16:09 UTC
What time is F1's United States Grand Prix? Qualifying, sprint and race start times
Formula 1 heads into probably its highest-stakes sprint weekend yet, with the title race still very much on as the grid prepares to go into battle in the United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas. Below are all the times you need to know for the event, which is sixth-to-last on the 24-round 2025 calendar. United States GP (local time) scheduleThe timezone in Austin, Texas is currently Central Daylight Time, and is five hours behind GMT (so thus six hours back from current UK time). Friday October 17FP1: 12.30pmSprint qualifying: 4.30pmSaturday October 18Sprint: 12pmQualifying: 4pmSunday October 19United States Grand Prix: 2pmUnited States GP (UK time) scheduleFriday October 17FP1: 6.30pmSprint qualifying: 10.30pmSaturday October 18Sprint: 6pmQualifying: 10pmSunday October 19United States Grand Prix: 8pm
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October 16, 2025 15:55 UTC
Charity represented by Meghan accused of racism and sexism
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October 16, 2025 15:55 UTC
China spy case: Beijing is a threat to UK, warned official
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October 16, 2025 15:29 UTC
Johnson & Johnson Sued in U.K. Over Baby Powder Cancer Claims
Thousands of people in Britain are suing the health care giant Johnson & Johnson over claims that the company’s baby powder caused cancer, mirroring a long-running litigation battle in the United States over the talc-based product. The claimants allege that from 1965 to 2023, Johnson & Johnson sold talc products, which it knew contained carcinogenic fibers, including asbestos, in pursuit of profits. The company stopped selling talc-based baby powder in the United States and Canada in 2020, switching to cornstarch, which it adopted globally in 2023. The claims in Britain are similar to others made in the United States, where the company has faced accusations from tens of thousands of people. Last week, Johnson & Johnson was ordered by a Los Angeles jury to pay $966 million to the family of a California woman who died from a rare and aggressive cancer.
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October 16, 2025 15:22 UTC
I visited UK's 'most beautiful' seaside village — now is the best time to visit
Situated in one of the UK's most beautiful coastal areas, this pretty village is perfect for autumnAutumn is my favourite time for a coastal break in the UK. And one of my favourite spots is a tiny harbour village that Conde Nast Traveller listed as one of the "most beautiful villages in the UK and Ireland". Located in northern Pembrokeshire, Solva is known for its picturesque harbour, colourful houses and sandy beach tucked at the end of an inlet at St Brides Bay. In the sixth episode, DI Khan visits a coastal village "in Ireland" but the town is not actually in Ireland at all. For the best seafood platter, Mrs Will the Fish is a takeaway with a twist in Upper Solva.
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October 16, 2025 14:08 UTC
UK-Based Really English Partners with Tajikistan’s Education Ministry
Tajikistan is deepening its educational cooperation with the United Kingdom through a new agreement between the Ministry of Education and Science and British digital learning firm Really English. The partnership aims to roll out English language and digital education programs across Tajikistan’s universities. First Deputy Minister of Education and Science, Homid Khoshimzoda, held talks in Dushanbe with Nigel Killick, head of Really English, to define the cooperation framework. Founded in London in 1999, Really English creates digital tools for learning English—from foundational courses to test preparation. Joint initiatives with the Ministry of Education and Science have helped modernize curricula and expand STEM and digital education.
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October 16, 2025 13:19 UTC
IKEA Wembley evacuated after solar panel fire: Recap
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October 16, 2025 13:00 UTC
Johnson & Johnson sued in UK over talcum powder risks
More than 3,000 people allege they or a family member developed forms of ovarian cancer or mesothelioma from using Johnson's baby powder between 1965 and 2023. This also encompasses Kenvue UK, which was split from J&J in 2023 and now operates as a separate business. Despite this, the company “suppressed information that might indicate that baby powder was contaminated with asbestos”, the barrister added. The sale of baby powder containing talc stopped in the UK in 2023. Recommended reading:“The safety of Johnson’s Baby Powder is backed by years of testing by independent and leading laboratories, universities and health authorities in the UK and around the world.
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October 16, 2025 07:51 UTC
UK Visa shake up: Higher English standards for skilled workers and who qualifies
The new measures have been detailed in the UK Parliament’s Commons Library briefing, which is in line with reducing net migration. Under the proposed changes, skilled worker visa applicants will face higher standards for Englishlanguage proficiency than currently required. This airline is betting big on fixed fares These proposals are designed to be implemented through amendments to the UK Immigration Rules and remain subject to consultation. Some changes, such as modifications to Skilled Worker visa eligibility, have already been implemented. The new English language rules for visa applicants and their partners are subject to public consultation, after which the Home Office will publish detailed requirements and implementation timelines.The Home Office is expected to conduct public consultations on the proposed English language requirements later in 2025.
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October 16, 2025 07:19 UTC
Move over New England — here’s where to find the best autumn colour in the US
And the best tea.” The woman looked even more confused, two people separated by a common language. Pasties are a staple snack of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, or just “the UP” as it’s always known by locals. Fly to BuffaloMarina at Lake MichiganThe Marina Grand Resort stands on New Buffalo Harbor, steps from a Lake Michigan beach. Stroll the boardwalks of the Harbourfront Centre, explore galleries and open-air markets or visit the two-acre Sugar Beach Park and its busy promenade. The Rock Glen Conservation Area, 20 minutes’ drive south from the park, is home to waterfalls and fossil beds.
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October 16, 2025 04:02 UTC
FTA will create opportunities for Raj: British envoy
Jaipur: The recently signed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the United Kingdom is expected to expand bilateral trade and create fresh opportunities for Rajasthan's industries, said Stephen Hickling, the UK's deputy high commissioner to Rajasthan and Gujarat. "There will be opportunities in textiles, gems and jewellery, automotive, engineering and machinery, as well as handicrafts and traditional industries," Hickling said, while highlighting prospects in services, professional mobility, and higher education, including possible collaborations for setting up UK campuses in India as well as in Rajasthan.The envoy underlined that British companies such as JCB already have a manufacturing presence in Rajasthan and that the FTA will attract further investment in engineering, chemicals, and renewable energy. "Rajasthan has a strong record in renewables, and the FTA includes specific provisions on clean energy and energy transition," he said.Hickling said the trade pact will also encourage two-way investments, with opportunities for Rajasthan-based enterprises to invest in the UK and use it as a gateway to European and global markets. "Investments into the UK can act as a springboard, thanks to our agreements with the EU, the US and the Trans-Pacific bloc," he added.He said the UK govt maintains regular dialogue with the state govts, and trade bodies such as CII and FICCI will play a key role in realising the FTA's potential. "The agreement will accelerate an already strong trade relationship," Hickling said.
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October 16, 2025 01:50 UTC
UK government’s spy case testimony spoke of desire for ‘positive’ ties with China
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October 15, 2025 23:57 UTC