Purgatory News
More hostages released as Israel Hamas truce extended
Israel and Hamas have agreed to extend their ceasefire for two more days past Monday, raising the prospect of further exchanges of militant-held hostages for Palestinians imprisoned by Israel and a longer halt to their deadliest and most destructive war..
18000 typically shaved off asking prices to achieve house sales Zoopla
House sellers are accepting discounts of £18,000 on average in order to agree a deal with buyers, according to a property website..
NatWest launches board game to help educate people about scams
NatWest customers will be given opportunities to play a family-friendly board game in branches, which could help educate people about scams and break taboos around family finances..
Young people the biggest users of generative AI Ofcom study shows
Teenagers and children are far more likely than adults to have used generative AI, according to Ofcoms latest research into the UKs online habits..
No smoking gun linking mental health harm and the internet study
The internet and mobile phones may not have a blanket negative effect on wellbeing and mental health, researchers say..
Recession threat means UK firms surviving rather than innovating survey
UK firms are failing to innovate as they are focused on survival amid a bleak economic outlook and recession fears, a survey has suggested..
Government announces 16 million funding for Forest Research programme
The Government has announced £16 million of funding for the Forest Research programme looking into climate and pest resilient woodlands..
Bill to ban creation of new leasehold houses to be introduced to Parliament
Long-awaited legislation that would ban the creation of new leasehold houses in England and Wales will be introduced to Parliament later..
Fall in GP vacancies linked to funding for other roles survey suggests
A scheme introduced to enhance access to general practice by bringing in staff such as pharmacists and physician associates could be driving down GP vacancies, a new survey suggests..
Laura Kenny sets her sights on a fourth Olympics
Five-time gold medal winner Laura Kenny is targeting her fourth Olympics next year after the birth of her second child this summer..
Ninth celebrity really gutted to depart Strictly Come Dancing
The ninth celebrity has said they are really gutted to depart Strictly Come Dancing..
Tens of thousands gather for rally against antisemitism amid Gaza truce
Tens of thousands have attended a march against antisemitism in London, as the crowd heard that the Jewish community will not be intimidated..
Layton Williams Why shouldnt we be swinging around a pole on Strictly
The 29 year old has defended a pole-based routine on last weeks show following criticism from former Strictly professionals.
Kemi Badenoch unveils 45bn funding plan for British manufacturing
The Business Secretary says car makers, aerospace companies and clean energy firms are set to benefit.
Worlds focus must not leave Ukraine ex Nato chief warns
Lord George Robertson said Russian President Vladimir Putin would be emboldened if foreign governments stop providing weaponry.
Author of upcoming royal book says he did not interview Meghan for it
Omid Scobie says he sourced information from mutual friends.
Erling Haaland makes history before Trent Alexander Arnold earns a point for Liverpool at Man City
The massive game between the Premier Leagues top two has ended 1-1.
Happiness locked up in grief as Israelis celebrate return of hostages
The freed Israelis included nine women and four children aged nine and under.
Rwanda plan not the be all and end all says James Cleverly
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak remains under pressure to revive the policy after this months Supreme Court defeat.
Sharp cut in fuel prices after retailers given good prod by regulator AA says
Average petrol prices dropped twice as fast following a Competition and Markets Authority report.


















