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Daily Mail
6 min. ago

FTSE LIVE: Shares near to fresh 13 year high as Capita and G4S help bouy market

14:15Shares in London are continuing to hang on to gains from yesterday and are trading up 8.07 higher at 6763.70 ahead of the open of the US stock market. US futures were flat ahead of the open suggesting a quite day...

 
vodafone says comfortable with verizon wireless status quo
Reuters
22 min. ago

Vodafone says comfortable with Verizon Wireless status quo

Vodafone chief executive Vittorio Colao told journalists at a briefing that if an offer came in that was more advantageous than the current joint venture situation, the company would consider it. He was speaking after...

 
fiat industrial seeks uk residence to cut tax bill
Reuters
26 min. ago

Fiat Industrial seeks UK residence to cut tax bill

Fiat Industrial paid 536 million euros (454 million pounds) in tax last year at an effective rate of 36 percent, according to its financial accounts, plus a 28 million euro payment for a regional tax, on a net profit...

 
eu must make faster progress on banking union - italy pm letta
Reuters
26 min. ago

EU must make faster progress on banking union - Italy PM Letta

"It's not acceptable that the banking union decided a year ago is still lacking any precise form," he said in a speech to the Senate. European Central Bank Executive Board member Joerg Asmussen said last...

 
jpmorgan may defeat proposal to split chairman, ceo roles - nyt
Reuters
56 min. ago

JPMorgan may defeat proposal to split chairman, CEO roles - NYT

Dimon and the board have been locked in a contentious battle with some shareholders and proxy advisory firms that want to split his roles, saying it would improve corporate governance. A final tally will be announced...

 
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Daily Mail
today, 14:06

Longest ever 0% balance transfer deal rises AGAIN to 27 months as Barclaycard hits back at RBS and Natwest...

The titanic tussle at the top of balance transfer tables took another twist as Barclaycard retaliated to manoeuvres from RBS and Natwest by launching the best-ever zero interest offer. Barclaycard has made no secret...

 

Politics

 
scottish independence: economic paper set for launch
Scotsman
45 min. ago

Scottish independence: Economic paper set for launch

THE Scottish Government is launching an attack on Westminster-led economic policy in its latest attempt to promote independence. • SNP says UK governments have held Scotland back for generations. • Scottish Government...

 
scottish independence: train drivers’ union say no
Scotsman
53 min. ago

Scottish independence: Train drivers’ union say no

ASLEF, the main train drivers' union, today became the first union to oppose Scottish independence in a unanimous vote at its annual conference in Edinburgh. Delegates also agreed to affiliate to the Better Together...

 
kirk avoid gay minister rift by backing compromise
Scotsman
today, 13:01

Kirk avoid gay minister rift by backing compromise

KIRK leaders believe they have averted a split in the Church of Scotland over gay ministers by adopting a compromise proposed by traditionalists. After a six-and-a-half-hour debate, the General Assembly backed a plan...

 
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The Independent
today, 12:53

'Shocking example of incompetence' over stockpiled flu drug Tamiflu

Health officials spent £424 million stockpiling a flu drug that has divided experts over how effective it is, a public spending watchdog found. Around 6.5 million units of the Tamiflu bought by the Department of...

 
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The Independent
today, 12:40

£5bn price tag for Thames crossing planned to relieve QEII bridge

Options for a new River Thames road crossing include a scheme that would pass through "environmentally sensitive areas" and could cost as much £5 billion, the Government revealed today. This scheme - one of...

 
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The Independent
today, 11:56

Jeremy Paxman reveals he has heard senior Tories calling activists 'swivel-eyed loons'

Another journalist has revealed that he has heard senior Tories describe activists as "swivel-eyed loons". The Newsnight presenter Jeremy Paxman, said that he had been present when high-ranking Tories had...

 

World News

 
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Scotsman
1 min. ago

Oklahoma tornado: Queen ‘saddened’ by deaths

THE QUEEN today said she was "deeply saddened" by the loss of life and devastation caused by the tornado in Oklahoma and sent her "deepest sympathies" to all those whose lives have been affected....

 
oklahoma tornado: is climate change to blame?
Guardian
2 min. ago

Oklahoma tornado: is climate change to blame?

The six least active and four most active tornado seasons have been felt over the past decade – which could show the influence of climate change. Photo: Reuters Global climate change and politics are linked to each...

 
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Reuters
3 min. ago

Saudi Arabia detains 10 more in Iran spying case

"Initial investigation carried out by the authorities led to the detention of 10 others for involvement in spying activities," Saudi Press Agency quoted Interior Ministry security spokesman Major-General...

 
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Reuters
13 min. ago

Chinese escape Karachi bomb ahead of Premier Li's arrival in Pakistan

"Apparently, the Chinese who are working at the harbour were the target of the explosion," senior police officer Nasir Aftab told Reuters. Li arrives in Islamabad on Wednesday on the second leg of his first...

 
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The Independent
19 min. ago

The height of rule-breaking: Everest climber Daniel Hughes in trouble for 'illegal' video interview from peak

A British climber who delivered a live video interview from the top of Mount Everest has found himself in trouble with the Nepalese authorities who have branded the broadcast illegal. In the latest controversy...

 
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Reuters
21 min. ago

Bangladesh panel to recommend life in prison over building collapse

The six-member committee, due to submit its conclusions to the government on Thursday, has singled out shoddy construction and the improper issue of building permits as the main reasons for the accident which killed...

 

Sport

 
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Daily Mail
4 min. ago

Hysteria at Coventry after Muse rehearsal inside Ricoh Arena causes false fire alarm

After a disappointing season in League One, there haven't been too many occasions this term where Coventry have looked on fire. But alarm was drastically raised on Monday evening when flames were seen burning from...

 
beckham signs for qpr - that's brooklyn, not david!
Daily Star
6 min. ago

BECKHAM SIGNS FOR QPR - THAT'S BROOKLYN, NOT DAVID!

THEY may have been relegated from the Premier League but QPR have swooped to make Beckham their latest signing. Brookyln Beckham, that is. Brooklyn's superstar dad David hung up his boots at the weekend but his...

 
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Daily Mail
14 min. ago

Pulis leaves Stoke after seven years in charge at the Britannia

Tony Pulis has left Stoke City after crisis talks with owner Peter Coates this morning. Pulis had a one-year rolling contract at the Britannia Stadium but came under fire from the fans this season. And after seven...

 
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Daily Mirror
23 min. ago

We'll meet a Bren: It's Liverpool's big 'Rodgers project' season in lovely pictures

It's the Brendan Rodgers project! Like re-tiling the bathroom, just a bit more involved, and a bit less sweary. A project for long-term excellence, it says here, masterminded by professionals who know what they're...

 
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Daily Mirror
32 min. ago

Juve got no chance: Arsenal receive boost in Jovetic chase

Arsenal have received good news in their pursuit of Montenegrin forward Stevan Jovetic as his club Fiorentina distanced themselves from a deal with Italian champions Juventus. The Florence clubs hopes of keeping...

 
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Daily Mail
38 min. ago

Pulis set to leave Stoke after seven years in charge at the Britannia

Tony Pulis looks set to leave Stoke City after crisis talks with owner Peter Coates this morning. Pulis's contract at the Britannia Stadium runs out this summer and the manager has come under fire from fans this...

 
 
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