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Budget 2025: key points at a glance

Rachel Reeves is announcing her financial update – here are the main points, with political analysis Budget 2025 – follow live The chancellor’s opening remarks were somewhat overshadowed by the fact that the Office for Budget Responsibility’s (OBR) assessment of her budget’s impact were accidentally published early, in an unprecedented gaffe that the shadow chancellor, Mel Stride, called “outrageous”. The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), in a document released early in what appears to be an extraordinary blunder, is predicting growth of 1.5% for this year, up from the 1% it predicted in March. After that, the forecast is…

Technology

All I want is a GPU that doesn't put me behind on rent

Somewhere along the way, upgrading a PC stopped being a modest indulgence that could be justified with a wink. In 2025, it feels more like stepping into a car dealership, reviewing your financing options while pretending you totally meant to look at the model that costs just as much as your monthly rent. A simple GPU refresh has drifted into the luxury-good territory, leaving the average gamer or creator wondering when their harmless hobby started requiring the financial composure of someone applying for a small loan. Source link

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Departing Marjorie Taylor Greene ‘the canary in the coal mine’ for Republicans, says former House speaker – US politics live

Kevin McCarthy says exit of the Trump loyalist turned critic is a sign of broader trouble for Republicans Trump’s first social media missive of the day has just gone out – and he’s blasting the New York Times for their lead story on his age-related struggles in office. The report details signs of the 79-year-old president’s growing fatigue in office and his shorter days. “[They] did a hit piece on me that I am perhaps losing my Energy, despite facts that show the exact opposite. “There will be a day when I run low on Energy, it happens to…

Entertainment Hollywood & Global

James Cameron-Backed $1BN UK Film Studio Given Greenlight By UK Government

The James Cameron-backed £750M ($987M) UK film studio has been given the go-ahead by the government. The Housing, Communities, and Local Government department has just delivered a 266-page verdict after planning issues were raised, which said “the Secretary of State considers that despite the conflict with the development plan, the material considerations in this case indicate […] Source link

India Regional

Manipur Governor urges citizens to ‘reject violence’, promote unity on Constitution Day

Imphal: The Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, urged the people to strengthen democratic values, promote unity, and carry forward the ideals envisioned by the framers of the Constitution. The Governor graced the observance of Constitution Day (Samvidhan Diwas) on November 26, 1949, held on Wednesday, at the Palace Auditorium of the Manipur State Film […] The post Manipur Governor urges citizens to ‘reject violence’, promote unity on Constitution Day appeared first on NorthEast Now. Source link

Fitness

10 Best Alternatives to Squats and Deadlifts (That Won’t Beat Up Your Joints)

Getting leaner doesn’t mean you need to beat yourself up in the gym. When I first started coaching, I thought barbell squats and deadlifts were non-negotiable. I plugged them in almost every client’s workout. But in over 17 years of coaching I’ve learned that while they’re incredible lifts, they’re not required to get strong, build muscle, or drop body fat—especially if you’re over 40. I didn’t remove them from the toolbox. Not every client responds poorly and some goals require training in these lifts. But, more often than not, I choose different exercises.  Before we go on, don’t mistake…

Technology

Why efficiency is the most important spec when choosing a new car

Automakers love to advertise horsepower, but for most drivers, it’s not the number that actually shapes day-to-day ownership. Efficiency has quietly become the real deciding factor, especially as fuel prices fluctuate and hybrid technology becomes more accessible. Whether you’re commuting, road-tripping, or just trying to stretch your budget further, miles per gallon now matters more than raw output. Source link

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‘The Earth ate my Mini’: Cornwall man loses car in sinkhole

It has been weeks since the ground opened up under Malcolm McKenzie’s prized Mini, leading him into a bureaucratic ‘nightmare’ The first Malcolm McKenzie knew of his problem was when a neighbour banged on his door and told him his beloved Mini had fallen into a hole. “I went out expecting a small pothole under a wheel or something. But when I went out to take a look, I realised, oh, that really is a proper hole,” he said. Continue reading… Source link

Business

Ministers approve £750m Marlow Film Studios development after review

Planning permission granted for Buckinghamshire project seen as test of Labour’s drive for economic growth Business live – latest updates Ministers have approved a development to build a £750m Hollywood-style film and TV studios in Marlow, a project that has faced local opposition and been seen as a test of Labour’s appetite to prioritise economic growth. The Marlow Film Studios project has received high-profile backing from film-makers including the director of 1917, Sam Mendes, the director of Titanic and Avatar, James Cameron, and the Captain Phillips director, Paul Greengrass. Continue reading… Source link

China

Several trapped as fire engulfs high-rise residential complex in Hong Kong – video

A fire has engulfed a large residential complex in Hong Kong. The blaze broke out at Wang Fuk Court, made up of eight blocks housing about 2,000 homes, in the northern Tai Po district on Wednesday. Several people were trapped inside, according to the public broadcaster RTHK, which cited the police, and at least four people died, according to the Hong Kong government. The fire department first responded to reports of a fire at 2.51pm local time (0651 GMT). The fire was upgraded to a number 4 alarm, the second highest level, at 3.34pm Continue reading… Source link