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Nigel Farage's fresh disaster as Reform 'lottery' winners say they haven't been paid
Nigel Farage's fresh disaster as Reform 'lottery' winners say they haven't been paidReform UK has issued a statement as residents on a street that won an energy bill competition held by Nigel Farage's party claim they have not recieved any winningsCommentsNewsNiamh Kirk Features Writer16:18, 20 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesNigel Farage and Robert Jenrick with the winners of their energy bill competitionReform's latest publicity 'stunt' may have just turned into a...
'Huge relief' as students given loans in error get repayment reprieve
'Huge relief' as students given loans in error get repayment reprieve14 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleBranwen JeffreysEducation EditorGetty ImagesAround 22,000 university students who were told they would have to urgently repay maintenance loans and childcare grants that were given to them in error have been given a reprieve.The government has announced that the affected loans will be repaid through the usual student finance route, and repayments on grants are paused un...
India and South Korea set $50 billion trade target
New Delhi and Seoul have pledged to strengthen supply chains and encourage greater investment India and South Korea have set a target to nearly double bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030. South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged to boost trade between their countries from about $27 billion now, after a meeting in New Delhi on Monday. The leaders vowed to strengthen supply chains, improve market access, and encourage greater investment....
Prediction platform Polymarket in talks to raise funds at up to $15bn valuation
Bets placed on Middle East conflict has led to US firm experiencing big increase in volumePolymarket, the online prediction platform that hosts bets on events such as the Iran war, is in talks to raise $400m (£296m) at a valuation of up to $15bn.The company has gained notoriety in recent months over wagers placed on the Middle East conflict, including on the timing of US-Israel strikes against Iran, and on a US-Iran ceasefire, some of which appeared to bear signs of insider trading. Continue rea...
Man says Deloitte revoked job offer post resignation. Internet is confused
Man says Deloitte revoked job offer post resignation Internet is confused
Alfie Boe says he suffers 'daily battle' to forgive himself for his divorce and fears for his kids living in the States - after claiming he 'couldn't tell the truth' about his 2020 split
Alfie Boe says he suffers 'daily battle' to forgive himself for his divorce and fears for his kids living in the States - after claiming he 'couldn't tell the truth' about his 2020 splitIf you are affected by any issues in this story, contact Samaritans on 116 123By CIARA FARMER, ASSISTANT SHOWBUSINESS EDITOR Published: 15:53, 20 April 2026 | Updated: 16:02, 20 April 2026 e-mail 82 View comments
Trump administration begins accepting refunds on over $166bn in tariffs
Claims system launches months after supreme court ruled Trump had no legal authority to impose tariffsSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxThe Trump administration began on Monday accepting applications from businesses seeking refunds for more than $166bn in tariffs, months after the supreme court ruled that the president had no legal authority to impose them.The administration launched on Monday the digital claims system, named Cape, which they said in co...
Trump bashes ‘totally wrong’ Energy Secretary Chris Wright for dire gas prices warning
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsTrump bashes ‘totally wrong’ Energy Secretary Chris Wright for dire gas prices warningIranian forces said on Sunday that the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed as the U.S. blockade persists, spiking oil prices againJohn Bowden in Washington, D.C. Monday 20 April 2026 16:02 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","remov...
IMF Draws Packed Senegal Session as New Program Talks Drag
The International Monetary Fund’s mission chief for Senegal met a packed room of investors in Washington on Friday, offering fresh details on the country’s economic outlook but stopping short of signaling a breakthrough in talks on a new program.
Consumer watchdog zeroes in on Woolworths’ allegedly fake discounts as it meets supermarket giant in court
Vinegar, Tim Tams and baby rice are among the products to be scrutinised in the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s caseGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe consumer watchdog is back in court and taking on Australia’s largest supermarket chain, alleging Woolworths deliberately misled shoppers with fake discounts.The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) case against Woolworths begins in the federal court in Sydney on Tuesday, almost two mo...
Eurizon’s Jen Sees Chinese Yuan Rallying by Record 9% This Year
China may permit record yuan appreciation this year as it tries to boost confidence in its currency and enhance local companies’ purchasing power overseas, according to Stephen Jen, chief investment officer at Eurizon SLJ Capital.
Iran deal will be signed today in Pakistan, Trump tells Fox News
InternationalIran deal will be signed today in Pakistan, Trump tells Fox NewsBy Web Desk-Apr 20, 2026WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump, while speaking to the American media house, has claimed that an agreement with Iran will be signed in Pakistan today. The US President announced that Vice President JD Vance is expected to arrive in Islamabad within the next few hours accompanied by a high-level delegation. During his conversation with Fox News, President Trump stated that if a breakthrough...
Fuel or famine? farmers question
The Sindh Abadgar Ittehad, an organisation working for rights of farmers, has disputed the government's stance of raising the fuel prices as a consequence of the ongoing war against Iran. Led by its head Nawab Zubair Talpur, Ittehad staged a protest outside Hyderabad press club on Monday, demanding reduction in the price of diesel fuel to Rs250 per litre. "There is no justification for keeping the price higher than Rs250 litres other than exploiting the people in the name of taxes,&quo...
Sindh announces major relief for farmers
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has announced major relief measures for small farmers announcing the abolition of five bags per acre limits and said, registered small growers can now sell wheat to the government without quantity restrictions. The chief minister made this announcement at a high-level meeting which was attended by Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, Food Minister Makhdoom Mehboob Zaman, Chief Secretary Asif Hyder Shah, and other senior officials. The meeting was h...
Can you qualify for credit card debt forgiveness if your bank account is frozen by a debt collector?
MoneyWatch: Managing Your Money Can you qualify for credit card debt forgiveness if your bank account is frozen by a debt collector? We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. .chip { background-image: url('/fly/bundles/cbsnewscore/images/chip-bgd/chip-bgd-moneywatch.jpg'); } By Angelica Leicht Angelica Leicht Senior Editor, Managing Your Money Angelica Leicht is the senior editor for the Managing Your Money sec...
How Modi's India is sailing to self-reliance in high seas
How Modis India is sailing to selfreliance in high seas
Trump tariff refunds begin but consumers likely to miss out
Trump tariff refunds begin but consumers likely to miss out9 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleArchie MitchellBusiness reporterGetty ImagesThe Trump administration has begun processing refunds for billions of dollars in tariffs that the US Supreme Court struck down in February.In what is to be the biggest repayment programme in history, companies can apply online for money they were charged under the so-called "Liberation Day" tariffs - plus interest - to be returned.The US...
Italy Eyes Deficit Under 3% of GDP Even as Iran War Slows Growth
Italy’s government expects the country’s budget deficit to fall below the European Union limit this year despite a downward revision of its growth forecast due to the Iran war, according to people familiar with the matter.
Cleveland-Cliffs ‘No Longer in a Hurry’ on POSCO Deal, CEO Says
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.’s chief executive officer said improving US steel prices and stronger demand from the American auto industry are taking the pressure off closing a deal with South Korea’s POSCO Holdings Inc.
RAKBANK posts record Q1 profit of Dh1 billion on strong lending, one-off gains
Dubai: The National Bank of Ras Al Khaimah (RAKBANK) reported a record quarterly profit after tax of Dh1 billion for the first quarter of 2026, marking a 43% increase year-on-year, driven by strong balance sheet growth and a one-off gain from a business divestment.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The earnings were supported by a gain of Dh473 million from the sale of its merchant acquiring business, alongside what the bank described as an indust...