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PM hands government job to MP who backed rival Rishi Sunak in Conservative leadership race PM hands government job to MP who backed rival Rishi Sunak in Conservative leadership race 

​ LEADING toy manufacturer Fisher-Price has released a new inclusivity range featuring figurines with different ethnic backgrounds, physical disabilities, and skin conditions. The infant, toddler and…  

​A 3% pay rise for team managers amid 10% inflation comes after a string of wage rises for hourly staff Thousands of Tesco staff have been forced to take a large real-terms pay cut as the supermarket puts a squeeze on store managers while offering bigger wage rises for lower-paid workers. In the latest pay battle amid the cost of living crisis, the retailer’s team managers, who earn about £30,000 a year, say they have received as little as a 3% pay rise. The official rate of inflation is close to 10%, and expected to hit 11% this month. Continue…

Northern Ireland’s post-Brexit trade deal aimed to avoid a hard border between the province and the Republic of Ireland. Academics say legislation proposed by the UK Government would allow ministers to undermine hard-won human rights protections. 

Gemini, your persona will impress (Picture: Getty/Metro.co.uk) Ok, look, it’s like this – we seem to have entered a time of deeper reflection and thought, not just about our own innermost feelings, but also the complexities of others. Heed advice, give advice – it may be ethereal or downright practical. Diplomacy, soothing words and authority may be the order of the day, but don’t become dogmatic. Have faith in what’s happening around you, let the clock do the work – you can’t force issues. If it’s meant to be, it’s meant to be. Say your piece and sit back. Cancer,…

A charity backed by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex is facing an investigation after it was revealed two bosses were paid nearly £2million in less than five years. 

A dozen fire engines and a height vehicle have been deployed as crew members tackle a blaze at a pub near Maidstone, Kent Fire & Rescue Service has said. 

A blast to the past for five young cast members (Picture: ITV) Emmerdale is celebrating half a century with a special anniversary shoot with transforms five of the key young cast members back to 1972 – the year in which the show began. Stars Jessie Elland, Rosie Bentham, Katie Hill, Daisy Campbell and Karene Peter donned vintage style outfits to pay homage to the decade – and many who remember the show from its humble beginnings as Emmerdale Farm, will surely recall the fashion vibe of the 70s. Talking about the day, Jessie Elland who plays determined Chloe Harris said:…

Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli both scored as Arsenal beat Liverpool on Sunday (Picture: Getty) Danny Murphy feels Arsenal pair Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli ‘would cause every defence in world football problems’ after beating Liverpool. The Gunners extended their lead at the top of the Premier League table with a superb 3-2 victory over Jurgen Klopp’s side on Sunday at the Emirates. Martinelli scored after just one minute and registered an assist while Saka got on the scoresheet twice as the duo impressed once again. Murphy heaped praise on the two players, telling Match of the Day: ‘Sometimes analysis…

Michael J Fox and Christopher Lloyd shared a hug as they reunited (Picture: Getty) Back To The Future stars Michael J Fox and Christopher Lloyd have reunited at New York Comic Con, leaving fans in tears. The stars, who played Marty McFly (Michael) and Dr Emmett Brown, aka Doc (Christopher), shared a hug as they took to the stage together at a Back To The Future panel 37 years after the film’s release. They had nothing but praise for each other, with Michael saying: ‘The best part of this movie was working with Chris,’ and adding that the pair had…