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Limiting sugar intake in the first two years of life linked to lower dementia risk
A study of 65,000 people has found that those who experienced sugar rationing during early childhood had a significantly lower risk of deve…
Hummingbird hawk-moth sightings increase across the UK
A combination of hot weather and strong winds has brought a surge of hummingbird hawk-moths from continental Europe and North Africa to UK …
UK open banking reaches one billion payments milestone
The UK's open banking system has processed over one billion payments and 100 billion API calls since its launch eight years ago. This growt…
UK food inflation falls for the sixth month in a row
Food inflation dropped to 2.2% in July as retailers offered discounts on snacks and drinks during the World Cup. This steady decline sugges…
Homes England’s National Housing Bank agrees £35m in deals to support 2,500 new homes
The National Housing Bank has finalised three infrastructure and development loans for projects in Salford, Bromley, and Ludlow. These inve…
UK energy software firms raise £1bn as investment accelerates
UK companies developing energy software have secured nearly £1bn in funding over the last decade, with investment activity rising sharply s…
Peter Kay adds nine final dates to UK tour to support charity
Peter Kay has extended his Better Late Than Never tour with nine final shows in Brighton, Blackpool, Cardiff and Hull. Profits from these p…
One million tins of baked beans donated to support food charities across the UK
A partnership between food manufacturers, retailers, and charities is producing one million tins of baked beans to help families facing foo…
UK space technology firms secure £4.2bn in investment across 85 funding rounds
UK space tech companies have raised £4.2bn in capital, reflecting a growing ecosystem that spans satellite communications, Earth observatio…
Government launches new funding package to expand apprenticeship and training access for young people
A new government initiative is providing bursaries, free training for under-25s, and increased college places to remove financial barriers …
Rail operators offer £1 summer travel for children to help with holiday costs
Several state-owned rail operators have introduced discounted fares for children, with some tickets starting at £1 as part of the Great Bri…
Girlguiding updates uniforms to prioritise comfort and self-expression
Girlguiding has launched its first full uniform redesign in over 30 years, allowing members to choose their own bottoms while wearing a bra…