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Sterling dips as investors book profits on scorching rally
The pound has come under pressure this week, having hit its lowest since November on Monday, after Bank of England officials suggested the central bank was becoming more confident that UK inflation is subsiding, which would indicate that interest rates might fall more quickly than the market currently expects. BoE Governor Andrew Bailey last week said inflation in Britain was subsiding in line with the central bank's forecasts, while Monetary Policy Committee member Dave Ramsden, who has recent
2-min read - NewsThe Telegraph
Watch: Boeing 737 makes emergency landing after wheel explodes
A Boeing 737 was forced to make an emergency landing in South Africa on Sunday after one of its wheels came off shortly after takeoff.
1-min read - NewsThe Argus
Police officer accused of forming sexual relationships with victims
An ex-police officer has been accused of forming sexual relationships with victims.
1-min read - BusinessAssociated Press
Volkswagen revamps its approach in China in bid to overtake upstart EV makers
As auto giant Volkswagen AG races to catch up with upstart Chinese competitors, it has drivers like 26-year-old Ren Yiling in mind. The digital features of her Zeekr 001, a European-designed electric car from China's Geely Holding Group, appeal to her. “I once sung karaoke in the car when travelling a long way with my family,” she said.
5-min read - PoliticsThe Telegraph
Ukraine aid bill clears the US Senate and ends of months of bitter deadlock
Joe Biden vowed to begin sending Ukraine new weapons as soon as this week after the US Congress passed a $61 billion aid package after months of bitter deadlock.
3-min read - NewsHerald Scotland
Police probe after death of 74-year-old cyclist
The 74-year-old was found injured beside his bicycle
1-min read - BusinessThe Telegraph
Big Ben clock stops as hands freeze at 9am
The Big Ben clock stopped on Wednesday morning with the hands stuck at 9am and the wrong number of bongs sounded.
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