News for September 28, 2025

8 epic overnight stays you’ll want to book

National Geographic
Spend the night in locations guaranteed to thrill, from pods dangling off a cliff to underground rooms in an old mine.
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As the US tightens restrictions on foreign workers, the rest of the world scrambles to lure top talent

Business Insider
From Canada to South Korea, the world is racing to attract the best and brightest as the Trump administration cracks down on foreign workers.
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Reeves to announce work placements for unemployed people

RTE
The UK Labour Party conference continues in Liverpool, with the Chancellor of the Exchequer set to announce guaranteed paid work placements for unemployed young people.
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Famed Apple designer Jony Ive couldn't find a lantern he liked for his yacht, so he designed his own. It's $4,800.

Business Insider
Jony Ive’s design collective, LoveFrom, has partnered with Japanese manufacturer Balmuda to create the $4,800 Sailing Lantern.
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Can Labour reverse 'desperate loss of faith' from business?

BBC News
One of the key audiences that the prime minister and the chancellor will have to convince at this year’s Labour conference are the business leaders they…
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'Not sure how I coped' – Europe captain Donald

BBC News
European Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald is “so proud” of his team after they win the Ryder Cup in New York after “some of the most stressful hours of my life”.
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JLR gets UK govt's guarantee for $2 billion loan after cyber hit

The Times of India
Jaguar Land Rover secured a £1.5 billion ($2 billion) loan, backed by the UK government, to alleviate pressure on suppliers. This financial support comes after a cyberattack forced the carmaker to halt production at plants across several countries, significan…
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50 Adorable And Funny Frog Pics To Make Your Day Better

Boredpanda.com
The internet is in love with frogs and toads and we wanted to show you why. That’s why Bored Panda hopped all over the net to put together this funny and wholesome list of these riveting (or rather ribbiting) amphibians.
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The picturesque Dutch village set to charge tourists an entry fee

BBC News
Zaanse Schans, popular for its windmills, has a population of just 100 people – but more than two million tourists will have visited this year.
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How Arsenal kept their 'focus' to seal late win at Newcastle

BBC News
Match of the Day’s Joe Hart looks at how Arsenal remained focused to engineer a late goal from a corner to win 2-1 at Newcastle, and cut Liverpool’s lead in the Premier League.
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UK banks prep live pilot of tokenised sterling deposits

Finextra
The UK’s biggest banks are embarking on a pilot project to deliver the country’s first live transactions of tokenised sterling deposits (GBTD).
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How weight-loss injections are turning obesity into a wealth issue

BBC News
With claims of a ‘two-tier system’, could it be that these drugs are exacerbating health inequalities?
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Over £4 million government backing for next-gen aviation technology projects

Www.gov.uk
Winning projects will help build a greener and more efficient transport system while supporting high-quality jobs across the UK.
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Penny Lancaster says she felt 'belittled' by ex-MasterChef host Gregg Wallace

Sky.com
Lancaster, who is also a TV personality and the wife of rock singer Rod Stewart, told Sky News’ The UK Tonight with Sarah-Jane Mee programme that she also felt let down by MasterChef’s production company Banijay UK.
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Men’s tailoring ‘back with a vengeance’ as workers return to office

The-independent.com
John Lewis and Marks & Spencer have noticed significant increases in the demand for suits and other formal wear
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Switzerland Approves Digital ID In Narrow Vote, UK Proposes One Too

Slashdot.org
“Swiss voters have backed plans for electronic identity cards by a wafer-thin margin,” reports the Guardian, “in the second nationwide vote on the issue.” In a referendum on Sunday, 50.4% of voters supported an electronic ID card, while 49.6% were against, co…
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From Badgering Marketing to Spicy Careers. #5WFs (230th)

Medium
1. What I’m inspired by: My past journals. Once upon a time, for well over a decade, I wrote every single day — pen on paper — about…
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Real Life: Creed Bratton, the beloved character on The Office US who almost never existed

New Zealand Herald
Creed Bratton is bringing his live show to New Zealand this week.
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How Lowry retained the Ryder Cup for Europe

BBC News
Watch the 18th hole between Shane Lowry and Russell Henley which sees Europe retain the Ryder Cup as the Irishman holes for birdie to earn a half-point.
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Big Brother 2025: Fans declare trans personal trainer Zelah their ‘winner’ during premiere

Thepinknews.com
Big Brother 2025 has kicked off and among its cast of twelve new faces entering the Big Brother House is Zelah – a transgender personal trainer who has become many viewer’s winner from the jump. AJ Odudu and (gay pinup) Will Best have returned from hibernatio…
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Oasis review: Liam and Noel Gallagher summon a euphoric and almost sad last hurrah at Wembley Stadium

The-independent.com
The final UK show of the brothers’ feel-good reunion marks the end of the brief respite from the nation’s bleakness, as the cultural mood turns sour
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Emotional Lowry almost lost for words after crucial Ryder Cup putt

BBC News
Shane Lowry is almost lost for words following his crucial putt to retain the Ryder Cup for Europe.
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Mahmood to demand migrants earn right to settled status

BBC News
The home secretary will outline new conditions migrants have to meet to earn indefinite leave to remain.
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30K runners retrace fallen 9/11 hero’s path in NYC Tunnel to Towers race, raising millions for vets and familes of fallen first responders

New York Post
“The true meaning of ‘Never forget,’ which is the mission of the Stiller family, is that the next generation needs to be educated, and also never forget.”
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'These are the moments you remember' – Lowry sinks putt to retain Ryder Cup for Europe

BBC News
Shane Lowry retains the Ryder Cup for Europe after holing his birdie putt on the 18th to earn a half-point in his singles match with Russell Henley.
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Britain may toughen rules for migrants seeking permanent residency

The Star Online
LIVERPOOL, England (Reuters) -Britain will consider tightening the rules over how migrants can settle permanently in the country by making applicants prove their value to society, interior minister Shabana Mahmood will say on Monday. Read full story
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‘BBUK’ Live Launch Shocks With Night 1 Twist That Puts 3 Housemates At Risk Of Eviction

Deadline
Big Brother UK had a live launch on ITV2, and the housemates were greeted with a twist that they didn’t see coming on the first night. AJ Odudu and Will Best teased throughout the night that one of the housemates would not survive the night and would be evict…
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Big Brother UK 2025 Returns on ITV: Start Time, How to Watch, and What’s New

Buddytv.com
Big Brother UK 2025 launches in the U.K. on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 9:00 p.m. BST on ITV2 and streams free on ITVX. That’s 4:00 p.m. ET in America/New_York. Big Brother UK returns for a new season on ITV with AJ Odudu and Will Best back to front the li…
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Albo’s magical mystery tour continues

Crikey
Anthony Albanese has had a busy few days in the UK, addressing the Labour Party conference and meeting with King Charles and Keir Starmer. The post Albo’s magical mystery tour continues appeared first on Crikey.
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Farewell Friends

Humbledollar.com
If this post is appearing, it means I’ve succumbed to cancer or one of its side effects. Please don’t feel sad for me. I’ve had a life filled with love, great experiences and wonderful career opportunities. Despite my demise at a relatively young age, I consi…
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Reeves to guarantee paid work for young people unemployed for 18 months

BBC News
The chancellor will commit to “the abolition of long-term youth unemployment” in her speech at Labour conference.
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Scam central: The UK areas most and least worried about fraud

Digital Journal
The UK, like any advanced capitalist nation, is vulnerable to fraud. Yet some regions are more prone to scams than others. Which areas are the hot spots? The post Scam central: The UK areas most and least worried about fraud appeared first on Digital Journal.
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Live: Budget deficit about $18b lower than forecast

ABC News (AU)
Australia’s budget bottom line has come in better than expected but we are still about $10 billion in the red, new figures released today confirm. Follow live.
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Coinbase’s Fortress Is Crypto’s Achilles’ Heel: Lawsuits Reveal It Protects Itself, Not Its Users

Forbes
Coinbase is treated like a bank when it comes to surveillance — but not when it comes to safeguarding users. That paradox is crypto’s Achilles’ heel.
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Shaw brace helps Man City to victory over London City

BBC News
Khadija Shaw scores twice from the penalty spot as Manchester City notch up a convincing victory over London City Lionesses in the Women’s Super League.
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Young and Thomas score first points for USA on 18th

BBC News
Cameron Young and Justin Thomas sink winning putts on the 18th hole to earn USA two points in the singles on a dramatic final day of the Ryder Cup.
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Royal family ‘saddened’ by Prince Harry’s claim that courtiers are ‘sabotaging’ his relationship with King Charles: report

Page Six
King Charles’ friends are also reportedly disappointed by Prince Harry’s scathing statement.
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All nations are in debt, yet the impact on the poorest hits deepest

Digital Journal
The global reliance on debt has changed how financial markets work, and the outlook is bleak. The post All nations are in debt, yet the impact on the poorest hits deepest appeared first on Digital Journal.
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Man Utd continue unbeaten start with victory over Liverpool

BBC News
Manchester United continue their fine start to the Women’s Super League season with a dominant 2-0 victory against winless Liverpool at St Helens Stadium.
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‘Big Brother UK’ 2025 Cast Photos: All The Housemates Confirmed For ITV2 Reality Series (UPDATING LIVE)

Deadline
AJ Odudu and Will Best return to host Big Brother UK 2025 on ITV2 and will welcome a whole group of housemates into the house. The duo will host the live launch as housemates are introduced to viewers and enter the house to meet the rest of the cast. So far, …
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IonQ, Inc. (IONQ): A Bull Case Theory

Yahoo Entertainment
We came across a bullish thesis on IonQ, Inc. on Investing With Purpose’s Substack. In this article, we will summarize the bulls’ thesis on IONQ. IonQ, Inc.’…
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Ithome.com.tw
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Complete-List-of-Official-Hotwires-Customer-Service-Full-Support-Guide

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European Law Panel Addresses Corporate Criminal Liability And Sustainability

Forbes
During a panel on corporate criminal law at the European Law Institute’s annual meeting, legal scholars debated harmonisation and its impacts on the sustainability debate
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London Calling: Duhamel and Dir Ungar on Crafting Buddy Dark Comedy

Bleeding Cool News
On the surface, London Calling looks like a traditional redemption story of a hitman trying to find his way back to his family after a job gone wrong, but director Allan Ungar, co-writers Omer Levin Menekse and Quinn Wolfe, and star Josh Duhamel looked to tur…
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What Nawaqanitawase misses most about rugby union

ABC News (AU)
Mark Nawaqanitawase says there are many things he misses about rugby union, but moving to league is the best decision he has made in his life.
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If stuff doesn't work for Starmer – the vibes will be out of control

Sky.com
The big lingering question for Sir Keir Starmer is not about vibes and not about personnel. It’s about whether any of it will actually work.
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California Senate Bill 771 Sparks First Amendment Showdown

Legalinsurrection.com
Both the left and the right are united in opposition to this bill, which is now headed to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk. The post California Senate Bill 771 Sparks First Amendment Showdown first appeared on Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion.
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George Galloway and wife detained 'for nine hours' by counter terror police

Sky.com
The former MP, 71, said he had his phone and laptop confiscated, claiming officers stopped him and his wife “for no reason at all” other than to “gain access to our communications”.
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Comment on Apple Review #4: Knobbed Russet by Jemima Pett

Terribleminds.com
I love russets. Used to grow them, too, but just the commonest sort. They do go sort of nondescript cottonwool when past their best or in store for a bit too long, but as you found, the fresher ones are wonderful Don’t think we have this one in the UK, though…
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US captain involved as Rose wins hole after wayward shot

BBC News
US captain Keegan Bradley appears unhappy as Justin Rose gets relief after hitting his approach into the grandstand on the 13th. Rose’s brilliant recovery shot sets up a birdie to win the hole against Cam Young.
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Facebook and Instagram Offer UK Users an Ad-Stopping Subscription Fee

Slashdot.org
“Facebook and Instagram owner Meta is launching paid subscriptions for users who do not want to see adverts in the UK,” reports the BBC: The company said it would start notifying users in the coming weeks to let them choose whether to subscribe to its platf…
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McIlroy steadies Europe with birdie on 11th

BBC News
Rory McIlroy birdies the 11th hole to level his match against Scottie Scheffler in their singles on the final day of the Ryder Cup.
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Kapiva raises $60 million funding led by 360 ONE Asset and Vertex Growth

The Times of India
Kapiva’s key categories include products for diabetes, energy, sports, nutrition, liver and heart. These products are sold through its own direct-to-consumer website, marketplace and offline stores. Currently, the brand has presence in over 40,000 offline sto…
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Chelsea score FOUR to punish woeful West Ham

Sky Sports
Highlights of the Women’s Super League match between West Ham and Chelsea.
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Highlights: Newcastle United 1-2 Arsenal

Arsenal.com
Watch the best of the action from St James’ Park as we took on the Magpies in Premier League action
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Spurs bounce back with victory against Leicester

BBC News
Tottenham beat Leicester in the Women’s Super League thanks to two first-half goals at King Power Stadium.
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Agyemang scores as Brighton beat Everton

BBC News
Michelle Agyemang scores her first Women’s Super League goal of the season as Brighton secure a narrow win over Everton.
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Boldyn Networks enhances 5G fan experience at AO Arena

ComputerWeekly.com
Leading UK neutral host network provider engaged to deliver advanced 5G connectivity at sports arena in Manchester, one of the UK’s busiest entertainment venues and one of the largest indoor sporting homes in Europe
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GHOST May Be Teasing Upcoming North American Tour Dates

Metal Injection.net
Venues across the US have started posting ominous photos to social media, possibly teasing the announcement of Ghost tour dates. The post GHOST May Be Teasing Upcoming North American Tour Dates appeared first on Metal Injection.
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Watch: Best Welsh moments from URC opening weekend

BBC News
Watch some of the best moments from the Welsh regions across the opening weekend of the 2025-26 United Rugby Championship season.
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Villa end winless start with victory over Fulham

BBC News
Ollie Watkins ends his goal drought as Aston Villa come from behind to beat Fulham for their first Premier League win of the season.
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Late Gabriel winner snatches victory for Arsenal against Newcastle

BBC News
Gabriel scores a 96th-minute winner as Arsenal come from behind to beat Newcastle United in the Premier League at St James’ Park.
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Why Iran's Shahed Drone Has the World Playing Catch-Up

Newser
Iran’s Shahed drone has become a battlefield celebrity—and a headache for advanced militaries. First fielded by Iran in 2021 and now a staple in Russia’s campaign against Ukraine, the Shahed-136 stands out for its five-figure price and 1,500-mile range. Under…
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