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The Papers: 'Summer of shortages' and 'War windfall'

Thu, 04/16/2026 - 00:19
Fears the Iran war could lead to UK supermarket shortages this summer and news of big oil windfalls lead Thursday's papers.

BBC at the site of Trump's planned 'triumphal arch'

Thu, 04/16/2026 - 00:08
BBC's Ione Wells explains where the 250ft structure would be built and why it's controversial.

Arteta wanted fire but Arsenal limp to semis - does style matter?

Thu, 04/16/2026 - 00:07
Mikel Arteta wanted "fire" from his Arsenal players but instead got a sluggish performance as the Gunners did what was needed to reach the Champions League semi-finals.

Major fire at Australian oil refinery to impact nation's petrol supplies

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 23:51
The fire has deepened fears over the nation's petrol supplies amid a global crunch.

Seven goals, fastest strike & two red cards - Bayern-Real delivers drama

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 23:28
The quickest strike in this season's Champions League, seven goals, two red cards and the competition's 15-time winners exiting in anger - once again the knockout stages of European club football's elite tournament has delivered drama in spades.

Seven goals, fastest strike & two red cards - Bayern-Real delivers drama

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 23:28
The quickest strike in this season's Champions League, seven goals, two red cards and the competition's 15-time winners exiting in anger - once again the knockout stages of European club football's elite tournament has delivered drama in spades.

Real Madrid set for rare trophyless season - will Arbeloa pay the price?

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 23:21
After losing out to Bayern Munich in a thrilling Champions League quarter-final, Real Madrid face the prospect of a trophyless season that could cost Alvaro Arbeloa his job.

Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 23:20
The question of how important making our electricity clean is to going green is coming under increasing scrutiny

Move over wind farms: why some argue cutting costs is the best way to cut carbon

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 23:20
From heat pumps to offshore wind, the UK’s net zero push is facing growing scrutiny. Are rising costs undermining climate goals?

Nine universities start legal action over student loan error row

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 23:08
About 22,000 students in England were told they were given loans by mistake and must immediately pay the money back.

Back to books - Sweden's schools give up digital learning

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 23:06
Swedish classrooms swap laptops for books, pens and paper, raising concerns from the tech sector.

The city where primary school places come with a toilet-training guide

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 23:06
Teachers say more children are starting school without skills like basic communication and potty training.

The city where primary school places come with a toilet-training guide

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 23:06
Teachers say more children are starting school without skills like basic communication and potty training.

The city where primary school places come with a toilet-training guide

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 23:06
Teachers say more children are starting school without skills like basic communication and potty training.

Horse urine perfume: How online bargains may be dangerous

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 22:57
Experts warn of hidden risk of counterfeits, while the government consults on stricter product safety rules.

Horse urine perfume: How online bargains may be dangerous

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 22:57
Experts warn of hidden risk of counterfeits, while the government consults on stricter product safety rules.

Horse urine perfume: why online bargains may be dangerous

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 22:57
Experts warn of hidden risk of counterfeits, while the government consults on stricter product safety rules.

Ticketmaster-owner Live Nation ran a monopoly and overcharged fans, jury finds

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 22:56
The lawsuit said the firm's practices had led to higher ticket prices and worse service for customers.

More big energy users to get help as support plan expanded

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 22:33
A scheme to cut bills for firms that are heavy energy users is being extended to cover an additional 3,000 businesses.

More big energy users to get help as support plan expanded

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 22:33
A scheme to cut bills for firms that are heavy energy users is being extended to cover an additional 3,000 businesses.

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