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More than £52m reserved for social housing at risk after collapse of investment firms
Exclusive: 3,500 social homes could switch to private sector after companies run by Heylo Housing group go into administrationMore than £52m in public money earmarked for social housing is at risk after the partial collapse of one of the England’s fastest-growing housing providers.Two of the investment companies run by the Heylo Housing group, which is backed by the asset managers Blackrock, have gone into administration leaving the government regulator scrambling to find a rescue deal to protec...
Channel 4 boss apologises after Married At First Sight sexual misconduct allegations
Priya Dogra says she believes channel acted appropriately, but that she is ‘deeply sorry’ for distress of participantsChannel 4’s chief executive has stood by the broadcaster’s treatment of concerns raised by contestants on Married At First Sight, as she said she was “deeply sorry” for the distress of female participants making allegations of rape and sexual misconduct.Priya Dogra said she believed the channel had acted appropriately at the time of the allegations, but had commissioned an extern...
‘Peddi’ first review: Ram Charan shines as film gets U/A certificate
Ram Charan's highly anticipated sports drama 'Peddi' has received a U/A certificate, generating immense excitement. Early reports praise Charan's powerful mass avatar, emotional depth, and stunning visuals, highlighting the film's authentic rural setting and gripping sports narrative. Despite a nearly three-hour runtime, the engaging screenplay and intense action sequences, particularly the interval and climax, promise a mass entertainer.
Kerala Chief Minister Keeps Finance, Law As Governor Approves Portfolios
Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) leader P K Kunhalikutty will take care of Industries and Commerce, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Startups, Mining and Geology and Handlooms and Textiles.
'I made Venezuela Fury's 40ft wedding train - it was too big for my workshop'
'I made Venezuela Fury's 40ft wedding train - it was too big for my workshop' 15 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GooglePaul BurnellNorth WestSew In LoveThe wedding, held on the Isle of Man last Sunday, got huge coverageA seamstress who made Venezuela Fury's 40ft (12m) wedding train has told how she sewed for "lots of hours" in secret and had to use a church hall as it was "too big" for her workshop. Emily Grant, 38, from Colne, Lancashire, was summoned to a top secret first fitting with...
FIRST ON FOX: Behind the scenes of Arlington’s Memorial Day tribute for America’s 250th birthday
FIRST ON FOX: In observance of Memorial Day, country stars, veterans and lawmakers will host a candlelight ceremony to mark America’s 250th birthday at the Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia Monday."Memorial Day is a sacred reminder that freedom is never free. We honor the brave men and women who gave their lives defending America and its founding principles that we hold dear," said the event's master of ceremonies, Veteran Affairs Secretary Doug Collins, to Fox News Digital. "Their sacrifi...
US doctor who contracted Ebola in the DRC flown to Germany for treatment
Dr Peter Stafford’s wife and four children are also being monitored for symptoms amid Ebola outbreak in the DRCAn American doctor who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has been flown to Germany for treatment, along with his wife and four children, as the World Health Organization warned of the “scale and speed” of the outbreak.Authorities have reported at least 134 suspected deaths and more than 500 cases of the hemorrhagic Bundibugyo virus, which has no approved treatment...
Jeff Bezos' ex-wife MacKenzie Scott can’t find place in top donors list despite ‘gifting’ billions
Despite gifting $7.1 billion in 2025, MacKenzie Scott was excluded from the Chronicle of Philanthropy's top donor list. Her substantial donations, exceeding Jeff Bezos' lifetime giving, were overlooked due to a lack of public details about Yield Giving's operations. Scott prioritizes private, impactful giving over public recognition.
Pakistan's Agha loses cool, faces ICC's punishment after B'desh loss
Salman Agha was officially reprimanded by the ICC for hitting an advertising board with his bat after his dismissal during Pakistan’s second Test against Bangladesh national cricket team in Sylhet. He received one demerit point, his second offence in 24 months. Pakistan also suffered a 78-run defeat as Bangladesh completed a historic 2-0 series sweep.
Harry Styles tour to review staging after fan complaints
Harry Styles tour to review staging after fan complaints8 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAnthony Pham/Getty ImagesFans have complained about having their view blocked by the walkwayHarry Styles' world tour is set to review its staging following complaints from fans over obstructed views.After the Together, Together tour kicked off in Amsterdam for a run of 10 shows, some concertgoers have said they weren't able to see the Aperture singer for much of the evening.The tour's official...
Beer bin warning for metal fans heading to Download
Beer bin warning for metal fans heading to Download1 hour agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleGavin BevisEast MidlandsGetty ImagesThis year's festival is due to get under way on 10 JuneRail bosses have urged people heading to this year's Download Festival to travel light following reports metal fans tried to board last year with wheelie bins packed full of beer.Thousands of rock music lovers are expected to descend on Donington Park in Castle Donington for the event, which starts on 10 June.Bu...
'Eternal cities': PM Modi finds 'sambandh' between Rome & Kashi in Italy address - watch
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi drew a cultural and spiritual connection between Rome and Varanasi during his address in Italy, calling both “eternal cities”. Speaking at a joint press conference with Italian counterpart Georgia Meloni on stage on Wednesday, PM Modi noted that when two "civilisations" come together, decisions surpass any particluar agenda.
Nuclear energy, Taiwan and Trump's 'Golden Dome': 5 takeaways from Putin-Xi meet
Just days after US President Donald Trump concluded his high-profile visit to Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping rolled out another elaborate welcome at the Great Hall of the People, this time for Russian President Vladimir Putin.
MPs raise concerns about police investigations into Al Fayed abuse claims
MPs raise concerns about police investigations into Al Fayed abuse claims11 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleEllie PriceNews correspondentSHAUN CURRY/AFP via Getty ImagesHundreds of women have accused Al Fayed, who owned the luxury Harrods store in London, of rape, sexual assault and traffickingA group of MPs has raised concerns about the way current and historical investigations into allegations of abuse by Mohamed Al Fayed have been handled by police.They are seeking a meeting wit...
Newsom’s ‘break the glass’ warning fuels Hilton accusation Democrats are exploiting jungle primary fears
California Republican gubernatorial frontrunner Steve Hilton blasted Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom for "fear mongering" after the governor suggested he had a contingency plan if Democrats appeared at risk of being shut out of the general election.California’s primary election is just two weeks away, and under the state’s jungle primary system — where the top two vote-getters advance regardless of party — both Democrats and Republicans fear they won’t be represented in the general election.Newsom...
George Soros group pledges $300m to US economic security and civil liberties
Billionaire philanthropist’s Open Society Foundations has worked to advance justice and human rights around worldFor decades, the Open Society Foundations have worked to advance justice and human rights in Africa, the Middle East and trouble spots around the world. But the OSF’s latest major investment is aimed at a crisis closer to home.On Tuesday, the organisation, founded by the billionaire philanthropist George Soros and headquartered in New York, announced a $300m spend aimed at boosting ec...
Woman stunned to unearth 3-carat diamond at state park after heartbreaking year
A grieving woman unearthed an unusually large diamond at a state park just days after burying her father — and months after losing her son.Keshia Smith, a resident of Pennsylvania, found the 3.09-carat diamond at Arkansas’ Crater of Diamonds State Park in Pike County last month.Officials described the "gorgeous" gem as having "a flat, smooth appearance" and measuring about the size of a bead.OKLAHOMA FAMILY UNCOVERS 'REALLY NEAT' DIAMOND AT STATE PARK, THANKS TO DOLLAR-STORE TOOLS"It is colorles...
Mamdani won't attend Israel Day Parade, breaking decades-long mayoral tradition amid antisemitism surge
Democratic-Socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani of New York City is being slammed by Jewish groups for his decision to miss the city’s historic Israel Day Parade. His decision comes as the Big Apple wrestles with record levels of antisemitism.Home to the largest Jewish population outside of Israel, Jewish New Yorkers have long viewed the annual parade as one of the city’s clearest public displays of solidarity with both the Jewish state and the community. On Tuesday, two of the city’s most prominent J...
UK police apologize to 'Father Ted' creator Graham Linehan for arrest over trans social media posts
The Metropolitan Police has issued an apology to an Irish comedy writer who was arrested over his social media posts criticizing transgender issues, according to a new report.Graham Linehan, creator of "Father Ted," was detained by five armed officers at Heathrow Airport in September 2025 on suspicion of inciting violence. The Telegraph reported that Lynsay Watson, a transgender former police officer, reported Linehan for a hate crime stemming from three social media posts Linehan had posted cri...
Brad Pitt’s new skincare brand has launched – this is what you need to know
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