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Firms taking on new borrowing has doubled this year, survey finds

The poll of more than 1,000 leaders at UK businesses signals demand for lending has surged this year.

Evening Standard · Oct 11

Beauty sector helping plug gaps in UK high streets amid boom in salons – report

Hair and beauty salons alone account for around a fifth of leisure sites in smaller high streets, taking the same share as pubs, bars and cafes.

Evening Standard · Oct 11

Meghan enjoys country walk with Archie and Lilibet ahead of event with Harry

The duchess shared footage of her children on a countryside stroll with their dog Pula and a herd of deer in the background.

The Independent UK · Oct 11

UK prime minister say it is 'clear' Russia interfered in 2016 Brexit referendum

U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham says it's clear that Russia interfered with Britain’s vote to leave the European Union

The Independent UK · Oct 11

Extradition Filing: Andrew Tate Sent Tristan Indecent Child Images While Computing How Much Money She Made Them

A UK extradition filing alleges Andrew Tate sent indecent images to Tristan Tate and discusses a girl's webcam income; both brothers deny wrongdoing

International Business Times UK · Oct 11

India-UK trade deal to boost bilateral trade by £25.5 billion annually by 2040

Britain and India have officially inked the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, a major step towards deepening economic ties. The agreement aims to elevate bilateral trade by £25.5 billion annually by the year 2040. It encompasses initiatives focused on job creation, innovation, and cultural exchange, while also providing Indian students…

The Economic Times · Oct 11

Retired US citizens using student visas to move to Scotland, top lawyer says

RETIRED Americans are increasingly using student visas to move to Scotland in a “growing trend,” a top immigration lawyer has said ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 11

Self-Healing Road Material: UK scientists test plant-spore asphalt; lab cracks mend in hour

Researchers have created a self-healing road material that uses porous plant spores with recycled oils. This innovative material repairs small cracks triggered by traffic pressure, ensuring roads remain maintained without human interference. Laboratory tests indicate that this material could significantly extend the lifespan of road surfaces. Further studies will determine…

The Times of India · Oct 11

Meghan shares new video of Archie and Lilibet ahead of first joint engagement since UK return

The Duchess of Sussex has shared a new video showing children Prince Archie, 7, and Princess Lilibet, 5, on a day out since their move to the UK.

The Independent UK · Oct 11

Anti-abortion group issues legal threat to SNP over conference event cancellation

THE SNP are facing legal action from the UK’s largest anti-abortion group after cancelling their event at the party’s upcoming conference ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 11