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Top 5 UK Property Features Buyers Want

The UK property market is constantly evolving, and today’s buyers are more demanding than ever. However, there are certain features that give any property a broader appeal and a better chance to sell. They also make a difference when it’s time to get a valuation on your property. So, what are the 5 key features that could mark your property apart? 1. Off-Street Parking Off-street parking is the first thing buyers and renters look for. According to...

Israeli troops will remain in Gaza buffer zones indefinitely, Defense Minister Katz says

Israeli troops will not leave the buffer zones in Gaza, even after the war ends, according to Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz.  On Wednesday, Hamas appeared to reject an Israeli-proposed ceasefire deal that would see the return of nearly a dozen hostages who have been held captive for more than 550 days. Israel resumed combat operations in the strip last month after a previous ceasefire agreement fell apart before Israel and Hamas could reach phase...

Controversial defense program tied to DEI-laden contractor could be in crosshairs of DOGE: ‘Poster child’

One of the top defense contractors in the United States, which has a history of pushing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), is facing heat over a massive government contract that critics say should be a prime target for Elon Musk’s DOGE efforts.  The Air Force’s Sentinel program, a massive intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) project serving as the successor to the Minuteman III program ensuring the future viability of the land-based leg of America’s nuclear triad,...

Top health official accuses RFK Jr’s agency of ‘censorship’

A top official at the National Institutes of Health announced his abrupt retirement from the agency after 21 years, complaining about censorship under the leadership of HHS Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. NIH senior investigator Kevin Hall complained that he ‘experienced censorship’ during his investigation of ultra-processed food addiction. ‘After 21 years at my dream job, I’m very sad to announce my early retirement from the National Institutes of Health. My life’s work has been...

Top Pentagon official John Ullyot to resign at end of week: report

Former Trump national security aide and Pentagon press secretary John Ullyot reportedly will resign at the end of the week.  His sudden departure comes after Sean Parnell took over the role of the Pentagon’s chief spokesperson in February.  ‘I made clear to Secretary [Pete] Hegseth before the inauguration that I was not interested in being number two to anyone in public affairs,’ Ullyot told Politico, reportedly adding that he had offered to help on an...

Scoop: Republican National Committee showcases record fundraising as party builds 2026 war chest

The Republican National Committee (RNC) is quickly coming out of the gate when it comes to fundraising. The RNC reports hauling in $56.1 million during the January-March first quarter of 2025 fundraising as the national party committee builds resources for next year’s midterm elections, when it will defend its majorities in the House and the Senate. The RNC, which shared its figures first with Fox News on Thursday, said the haul was a record for...

About to Sign an Employer Settlement Agreement In The UK?

Suppose you’re in the unfortunate situation of being offered a settlement agreement by your employer. In that case, there’s a little-known benefit you should be aware of: an employer in the UK usually covers the cost of your legal advice. This isn’t some generous act on their part but rather a legal requirement under UK law. The employer must ensure the agreement is fair, and you need independent legal advice for it to be legally...

Balancing Health & Wellness After an Injury: Supporting Recovery in the Workplace

Recovering from an injury is not only a personal challenge but can also have a significant impact on professional life. For businesses, it’s essential to recognise the importance of health and wellbeing during the recovery process — both for employees returning to work and for business owners managing their own healing journeys. This article explores practical ways to prioritise health and wellness after an injury while maintaining a balanced and productive lifestyle in a business...

InPost acquires struggling Yodel in deal to fast-track UK expansion

Polish delivery group InPost has acquired Yodel in a major shake-up of the UK logistics sector, converting £100 million of debt into equity to assume control of the embattled courier company. The takeover marks the latest chapter in Yodel’s turbulent journey, following its separation from the Barclay family’s business interests and a near-collapse last year. Under the terms of the deal, InPost now owns a 95.5 per cent stake in Yodel’s parent company, Judge Logistics,...

Rolls-Royce’s 1970s rescue offers a blueprint for British Steel’s survival

A strategically vital British manufacturer teetering on the brink, thousands of jobs in jeopardy, and a government reluctant to intervene. It may sound like the story of British Steel in 2025—but more than fifty years ago, the same narrative played out with another great British name: Rolls-Royce. In the early 1970s, the luxury car and aerospace firm—then one of Britain’s largest employers—was facing financial collapse, largely due to cost overruns on the RB211 engine contract...