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Harrogate Town almost sold out hospitality for their blockbuster FA Cup tie against Wrexham “within two minutes” of the draw being made, according to chief executive Sarah Barry. The Yorkshire club’s fixture against Hollywood-backed Welsh glamour club at their own Wetherby Road ground is one of the more intriguing ties in the first round proper. And while Barry admitted there were easier first-round opponents than Phil Parkinson’s League One high-fliers, she insisted there was a buzz at the club over a fixture which seems nailed on to attract the TV cameras. “The initial reaction was a bit mixed because our…

Menendez brothers inch closer to freedom for parents’ Beverly Hills murders With Los Angeles’ infamous Menendez brothers inching closer to freedom despite sentences of life without parole for the shotgun murders of their parents in 1989, more than a dozen family members are rallying outside the city’s Hall of Justice Wednesday to call on District Attorney George Gascon to push for a resentencing that could set them free before the end of the year. Also slated to speak at the 4 p.m. rally were the brothers’ defense attorneys, Mark Geragos and Cliff Gardner, and celebrity Rosie O’Donnell, who has been…

Great British Energy can become a major power generator, says its chair Jürgen Maier’s vision for company includes the potential to borrow its own money in order to rival multinationals. Britain’s new national energy company will eventually become a major power generator, running its own windfarms, tidal power and carbon capture schemes and potentially borrowing its own money, according to its new chair. Jürgen Maier, the chair of Great British Energy (GBE), told the Guardian in an interview that his vision for the company far outstrips its current scope and would put it on a par with multinational firms such…

Iconic london nightclub closes down to become ‘luxury hotel’ | UK News An iconic London club has become the latest victim to the capital’s dwindling nightlife and has closed its doors for good. Tiger Tiger has confirmed its closure, thanking everyone for ‘years of incredible memories’ on their website. The club, based just off of Piccadilly Circus, is reportedly set to become a luxury hotel after operating at a loss for years. One Reddit account, called RossKillington, claimed to be the regular Saturday DJ at the venue until it closed down. He wrote: ‘It’s sad that another big night club…

Millionaire business owners urge Rachel Reeves to raise £14bn from rise in capital gains tax A group of wealthy investors argue it would have no impact on investment in the UK and would raise vital funds for public service. Rachel Reeves has been urged by a group of millionaire business owners to raise £14bn from an increase in capital gains tax at this month’s budget, arguing it would have no impact on investment in Britain. Ahead of the chancellor’s set-piece event on 30 October, the group of wealthy investors said increasing the tax rate on asset disposals would help to…

Sara Sharif murder trial latest: Pathologist tells jury what caused 10-year-old’s death Sara Sharif died as a result of “complications arising from multiple injuries and neglect”, a pathologist has said. The school girl had suffered two traumatic injuries in the days before her death, as well as 71 recent injuries including bruises, abrasions, skin ulcers consistent with burns and probable bite marks. On the third day of her murder trial on Wednesday, jurors were shown graphics outlining a string of injuries found on the 10-year-old’s body. The Old Bailey previously heard her head was covered with “homemade hoods” made of…

Starmer clashes with Sunak over national security at PMQs as assisted dying bill introduced – Politics latest Sir Keir Starmer was involved in a tense exchange with Rishi Sunak at Prime Minister’s Questions (PMQs) over national security. Mr Sunak said the PM has halted the implementation of the foreign agents registration scheme. Mr Starmer simply replied “that is not correct”, before sitting down to cheers from Labour backbench MPs. The foreign agents registration scheme would ensure that those working for a foreign power declare their lobbying activities with the UK government. At PMQs, Mr Starmer also revealed that the government…

Budget 2024 live: Inflation falls to lowest rate in three years, Reeves ‘eyes £40bn’ in cuts and spending Rachel Reeves will announce Labour’s first Budget in 15 years later this month, leading one of the most highly-anticipated fiscal events in over a decade. As the chancellor looks to fill the £22bn “black hole” in public spending she announced in late July, speculation has mounted about what measures will be included on 30 October. During Labour’s first few months in power, ministers have warned that “tough decisions” will be required to balance the books. Prime minister Sir Keir Starmer has said…

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Today: Outbreaks of rain will affect northern and western parts through the day. The rain will be heavy at times, leading to some localised disruption. Drier towards the east and southeast of England in particular. Feeling warm here in any sunshine. Tonight: Outbreaks of heavy rain will continue to move northeastwards through the night. Southern and western areas becoming dry by the end of the night. Another mild night for many. Source: Met Office