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Kate Whannel Political reporter Sir Keir Starmer has denied his government’s U-turn on winter fuel payments was a result of political pressure, instead arguing it was possible because of an improved economy. Speaking to Jeremy Vine on BBC Radio 2, the prime minister defended last year’s decision to withdraw the payments from all but the poorest pensioners, saying that he had to take “difficult” action to fix the UK’s “broken” finances. He said “better growth” in the UK meant he could now extend the payment, worth up to £300 a year, to more pensioners this coming winter. Although the country’s…
Carrots offer a wide range of health benefits due to their rich nutritional profile. They are an excellent source of vitamin A, which is crucial for eye health and vision. Carrots also contain fiber, which aids digestion and promotes a healthy gut. Furthermore, they are packed with antioxidants like beta-carotene, which can protect against certain diseases and improve overall well-being. Here’s a more detailed look at the benefits: Carrots are well-known for their positive impact on eye health. They are rich in beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A, essential for vision, especially in low-light conditions. The fiber in carrots helps to regulate bowel…
Grammy-winning Nigerian music sensation, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has expressed excitement ahead of her performance at the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup final halftime show. The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is scheduled to be held between June 14 and July 13 in the United States, with the highly anticipated halftime show billed for July 13 at the MetLife Stadium. https://googleads.g.doubleclick.net/pagead/ads?client=ca-pub-7532470883667401&output=html&h=600&slotname=3307723066&adk=1672470439&adf=3588406090&pi=t.ma~as.3307723066&w=300&abgtt=6&fwrn=4&fwrnh=0&lmt=1749630687&rafmt=1&armr=3&format=300×600&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vanguardngr.com%2F2025%2F06%2Ftems-excited-ahead-of-historic-fifa-club-world-cup-show%2F&fwr=0&rpe=1&resp_fmts=4&wgl=1&uach=WyJXaW5kb3dzIiwiMC4xLjAiLCJ4ODYiLCIiLCIxMDkuMC41NDE0LjEyMCIsbnVsbCwwLG51bGwsIjY0IixbWyJOb3RfQSBCcmFuZCIsIjk5LjAuMC4wIl0sWyJHb29nbGUgQ2hyb21lIiwiMTA5LjAuNTQxNC4xMjAiXSxbIkNocm9taXVtIiwiMTA5LjAuNTQxNC4xMjAiXV0sMF0.&dt=1749634357232&bpp=134&bdt=21174&idt=-M&shv=r20250609&mjsv=m202506050101&ptt=9&saldr=aa&abxe=1&cookie=ID%3Dcff6c0624ac8dbcc%3AT%3D1725861749%3ART%3D1749634078%3AS%3DALNI_MYswGL25Yo-_5YBTWtBP8eFKRxarQ&gpic=UID%3D00000ef3045f4787%3AT%3D1725861749%3ART%3D1749634078%3AS%3DALNI_Ma2DqtpLro593sgFBJ_Tta7Bt9gVg&eo_id_str=ID%3D1ef92b80798ec176%3AT%3D1738755336%3ART%3D1749634078%3AS%3DAA-AfjbcOdaWduEU0nxexh9PNVjp&prev_fmts=0x0%2C1349x600&nras=2&correlator=6466739658031&frm=20&pv=1&rplot=4&u_tz=60&u_his=9&u_h=768&u_w=1366&u_ah=728&u_aw=1366&u_cd=24&u_sd=1&dmc=4&adx=417&ady=1448&biw=1349&bih=600&scr_x=0&scr_y=1066&eid=42532524%2C95353386%2C95362656%2C44801779%2C95362801%2C95359265%2C95362806%2C95363076%2C95340253%2C95340255&oid=2&pvsid=5478640647980238&tmod=1399076300&uas=3&nvt=1&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vanguardngr.com%2F&fc=1920&brdim=0%2C0%2C0%2C0%2C1366%2C0%2C1366%2C728%2C1366%2C600&vis=1&rsz=%7C%7CpoeE%7C&abl=CS&pfx=0&fu=128&bc=31&bz=1&psd=W251bGwsbnVsbCxudWxsLDNd&pgls=CAEaBTYuOC4x&ifi=5&uci=a!5&fsb=1&dtd=85 According to a statement by Global Citizen, producers of the show, Tems will headline the show alongside Colombian hitmaker, J Balvin and American pop star, Doja, of a performance that will be broadcast live. Content creation can…
A deep dive into what’s moving markets and happening across the global economy LaToya Harding In this article: ^HSI +0.84% 000001.SS +0.52% ^FTSE +0.24% ^DJI +0.25% ^IXIC +0.63% The FTSE 100 (^FTSE) and European stocks crept up on Wednesday morning as chancellor Rachel Reeves prepared to deliver the government’s spending review, outlining day-to-day departmental budgets for the next three years. It has already been confirmed that defence spending will rise to 2.5% of national income by 2027, and there are reports of an extra £30bn for the NHS. Traders are also awaiting details of the US-China trade agreement and confirmation…
UK Finance releases its latest annual fraud report, detailing the amount its members reported as stolen through payment fraud in 2024. Ben Donaldson, Managing Director of Economic Crime at UK Finance, said: Fraud continues to blight this country, with over £1 billion stolen by criminals in 2024. This causes severe harm to individuals, society and our economy as the stolen money goes to serious organised crime groups, both here and abroad. The financial services industry works tirelessly to protect customers and prevent billions more being stolen by fraudsters, but we know that criminals are always looking for new ways to…
In honor of Billboard Africa launching, here’s a look back at some of the historic firsts African artists have accomplished. By Heran Mamo Billboard is continuing to expand its global footprint with the launch of Billboard Africa, which was announced Wednesday night (June 4) at our inaugural Global Power Players event in London. In partnership with Global Venture Partners, Billboard Africa will continue Billboard‘s commitment to highlighting major developments within the African music industry and embracing the continent’s diverse voices and rich stories through events, awards and exclusive multimedia content. The platform aims to become the leading hub for African music and culture, strengthening ties between artists and fans as well…
Pound, gold and oil prices in focus: commodity and currency check, 6 June Lucy Harley-McKeown The pound pulled back slightly against the dollar on Friday in European trading hours, dipping almost 0.3% to trade around the $1.354 mark. Sterling’s rally has sent it to its highest point against the greenback since 2022, but that’s largely due to dollar weakness, analysts say. “Domestic factors have also been supportive of sterling,” said Matthew Ryan, head of market strategy at global financial services firm Ebury. “This week’s updated UK PMI figures provide reason for optimism, as the composite index was revised sharply higher…
European Central Bank also lowers growth forecasts for 2026 LaToya Harding The European Central Bank (ECB) has cut interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point for the eighth time in a year, as the bank attempts to support the euro economy after the turmoil caused by US president Donald Trump’s trade war. The benchmark rate on the deposit facility has been reduced from 2.25% down to 2%, from a high of 4% toward the middle of 2023. Main refinancing operations, charged when banks can borrow funds from the ECB on a weekly basis, has been cut to 2.15%,…
Director Sean Baker has made history by becoming the first person to win four Academy Awards in the same night for the same film – Anora – taking home prizes for original screenplay, film editing, directing and best picture. Anora centres on Ani (Mikey Madison), a Brooklyn sex worker entangled with Ivan (Mark Eydelshteyn), the immature son of a Russian oligarch. After Ivan disappears, Ani searches through New York with his handler Toros (Karren Karagulian) to find him. Baker’s Oscars sweep capped off a string of wins over the past year, but surprised many pundits who expected three-and-a-half hour epic The Brutalist to take…
Taylor Swift shared the news with fans saying, “you belong with me”, as she clutched vinyl copies of her first six albums. Taylor Swift has bought back all the rights to her master recordings – but has suggested she won’t be re-releasing her Reputation album. “All the music I’ve ever made now belongs to me,” the star announced on her official website. “I’ve been bursting tears of joy… ever since I found out this is really happening.” The pop star had originally lost the rights to her first six albums in 2019 when her first record label, Big Machine, sold…