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Network of ‘creepy’ underground tunnels abandoned after dynamite tragedy over 100 YEARS ago transformed and reopened

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Network of 'creepy' underground tunnels abandoned after dynamite tragedy over 100 YEARS ago transformed and reopened

A NETWORK of abandoned underground tunnels have been transformed and reopened to the public. The Tregarth Railway Tunnels in Wales were once part of a passenger railway line. 4 A network of abandoned underground tunnels have been transformed and reopenedCredit: Disused Railway Tunnels UK 4 The… Network of ‘creepy’ underground tunnels abandoned after dynamite tragedy … Read more

Homes Under the Hammer’s Martin Roberts hit by mysterious set back in pub renovations after devastating flooding

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Homes Under the Hammer's Martin Roberts hit by mysterious set back in pub renovations after devastating flooding

HOMES Under the Hammer presenter Martin Roberts is currently facing another snag in his ambitious project to restore a historic Welsh pub. The Hendrewen Hotel and Pub in Blaencwm, near the Rhondda end of the Rhondda Tunnel, was already undergoing a challenging renovation. 3 Martin Roberts was left… Homes Under the Hammer’s Martin Roberts hit … Read more

UK economy flatlines as GDP revised down amid warnings over growth – what it means for your money

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UK economy flatlines as GDP revised down amid warnings over growth - what it means for your money

THE UK economy stagnated more than first thought in the third quarter of this year amid fears over low growth. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said GDP showed no growth between July and September, revised down from an estimated 0.1% rise previously. 1 The UK economy stagnated in the third… UK economy flatlines as … Read more

Map reveals where snow is falling in Britain today – as Met Office gives weather forecast for Christmas Day

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Map reveals where snow is falling in Britain today - as Met Office gives weather forecast for Christmas Day

A NEW map reveals where snow is falling in Britain today – as the Met Office also gives its weather forecast for Christmas Day. Today’s map shows snow, sleet and hail falling across large swathes of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland – as well as heavy rainfall. 3 A map by the Met Office… Map … Read more

Xmas getaway chaos as flights & ferries cancelled due to 70mph winds with Met Office warnings sweeping nearly ALL of UK

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Xmas getaway chaos as flights & ferries cancelled due to 70mph winds with Met Office warnings sweeping nearly ALL of UK

FLIGHTS and ferries have been cancelled due to 70mph winds, adding to the Christmas getaway chaos. Millions of travellers are continuing to take to the roads in a bid to be with family and friends for the festivities. 4 The Met Office is forecasting 70mph galesCredit: Alamy 4 A wind warning is in… Xmas getaway … Read more

From free childcare to money off water bills, how to get help over Christmas if you’re struggling with cash

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From free childcare to money off water bills, how to get help over Christmas if you're struggling with cash

MORE than a third of us are worried about the cost of Christmas this year. A nationwide poll found the average cost of festivities will be around £700, although a fifth said they will likely fall into debt to afford it, Skipton Building Society reports. 9 More than a third of us are worried about… … Read more

Emotional James Corden fights back tears while discussing Gavin and Stacey final and very last line of iconic show

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Emotional James Corden fights back tears while discussing Gavin and Stacey final and very last line of iconic show

EMOTIONAL James Corden fought back tears while discussing Gavin and Stacey’s final and the show’s very last line. James, 46, grew visibly emotional on Friday’s installment of The Graham Norton Show while appearing with his co-star and creator Ruth Jones, 58, to discuss the Christmas special. Emotional James Corden fights back tears while discussing Gavin … Read more

Meet Sophie Wessex’s son as he turns 17 – refusing attention-seeking title, ‘betting’ at 9 & bond with Mike Tindall

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Meet Sophie Wessex's son as he turns 17 - refusing attention-seeking title, 'betting' at 9 & bond with Mike Tindall

IT’S hard to be low key when you are in the royal family – but one teenager has so far steered clear of the limelight. James, Viscount Severn – the son of Prince Edward and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh – has just turned 17 and is breaking the mould of royal life. 13 James, Viscount … Read more

All the restaurant chains that have closed branches in 2024 including collapse of top chef’s business after 33 years

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Epidemic of 'dine and dash' crimes are putting businesses at risk of bankruptcy, top judge warns

IT’s been a tough year for hospitality with a number of chain restaurants disappearing from the high street. Rising bills, increasing labour costs and high guest expectations have all made it a tough environment for restaurants. 1 A number of restaurant groups have shuttered sites in 2024Credit:… All the restaurant chains that have closed branches … Read more

Bank of England divided over timing of interest rate cuts amid fears inflation is creeping higher – The Scottish Sun

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Bank of England divided over timing of interest rate cuts amid fears inflation is creeping higher – The Scottish Sun

A BATTLE is brewing within the Bank of England as the nine people who decide Brits’ borrowing costs are at odds over the timing of interest rate cuts. The Bank yesterday held interest rates at 4.75 per cent amid rising fears that inflation is creeping higher again. 6 The Bank’s Governor, Andrew… Bank of England … Read more