US, UK, EU Meet on Critical Minerals Alliance

Ministers from the US, UK, EU, Japan, Australia and New Zealand gather in Washington to discuss a strategic alliance on critical minerals, aiming to reduce dependence on China and secure supply chains.

Notting Hill's Journey from Slum to Luxury Property Hub

Once described by Charles Dickens as a 'plague spot,' Notting Hill's Pottery Lane has transformed from Victorian slum to one of London's most expensive neighbourhoods, with average house prices now approaching £2 million.

UK Banks Offer £250 for Switching Accounts

Major UK banks including Lloyds, Santander, and Nationwide are offering cash incentives up to £250 for customers who switch current accounts, with varying terms and deadlines.

M&S Valentine's Deal: Neom Gift Set 20% Off

Marks & Spencer offers 20% off Neom's 'It's All Rosy' Valentine's duo, featuring a candle and hand balm with rose, geranium, and orange scents to lift mood and calm senses.

Gloucester Fishing Boat Lost: One Dead, Six Missing

A fishing vessel from Gloucester, Massachusetts, has been lost at sea with one crew member found dead and six others missing. The Lily Jean disappeared in frigid Atlantic waters, sparking a major search operation.

DR Congo Mine Collapse Kills Over 200

A catastrophic mine collapse in Rubaya, North Kivu, has claimed over 200 lives, including children, following heavy rain. The coltan mine, controlled by M23 rebels, lacked proper maintenance.

Mumsnet Founder Roberts in Talks to Sell Stake

Justine Roberts, founder of the parenting platform Mumsnet, is negotiating with private equity investors to sell a stake in the business she launched in 2000, which now has 8 million monthly users.

Berlin's Potato Flood Sparks Mass Free Giveaway

A record potato harvest in Germany has led to a 4,000-tonne surplus, triggering a massive free distribution across Berlin, from zoos to soup kitchens, as residents embrace the unexpected bounty.

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