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What would you do if a supermarket accidentally gave you £300 of groceries you hadn’t paid for? | Polly Hudson

What would you do if a supermarket accidentally gave you £300 of groceries you hadn’t paid for? | Polly Hudson

A recent discussion on the Mumsnet message board raised ethical questions surrounding a woman’s experience with an order from Tesco. The contributor had canceled her order, received a refund, but then the order was inadvertently delivered to her. This led her to question whether she should inform Tesco about the mistake, having never stolen before […]

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‘Huge energy challenges’: how can India make the leap to become a green, clean country? | India

‘Huge energy challenges’: how can India make the leap to become a green, clean country? | India

India’s vital statistics include a GDP per capita of $2,880, ranking 142nd out of 193 countries, and a population of approximately 1.45 billion. Annual CO2 emissions total 3.06 billion tonnes, making India the third-largest emitter globally, though its per capita emissions stand at 2.13 metric tonnes, below the global average of 4.7. The nation’s most

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Move over Murdochs, the Ellisons are the new family dynasty shaking up US media

Move over Murdochs, the Ellisons are the new family dynasty shaking up US media

Tech billionaire Larry Ellison and his son, David Ellison, are increasingly involved in media deals that could position them as major players in the industry. Their ambitions include acquiring significant assets related to platforms such as TikTok and CNN, potentially giving them control over some of the largest media companies globally. Larry Ellison, 81, co-founded

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Zimbabwe's blueberries to get zero-tariff access to Chinese market

Zimbabwe’s blueberries to get zero-tariff access to Chinese market

Zimbabwe, the leading tobacco producer in Africa, is exploring the potential of blueberries as a significant agricultural crop. Recent trade negotiations with China, noted for being the world’s largest importer of blueberries, have marked a pivotal moment for Zimbabwe’s agricultural ambitions, positioning the country to become a central player in the blueberry market on the

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K-cure: South Korea’s booming market for traditional (and novel) hangover remedies | South Korea

K-cure: South Korea’s booming market for traditional (and novel) hangover remedies | South Korea

In Seoul’s Yangnyeongsi Market, hovenia dulcis, known locally as heotgae or the oriental raisin tree, has become a significant component of South Korea’s growing hangover remedy industry. This ingredient, highlighted by shop owner Gil Sa-hyeon, illustrates how consumer attitudes toward hangover cures have evolved over the years. The market reaching an estimated 350 billion won

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Plan to build 12 new towns in England to be unveiled at Labour conference | Labour

Plan to build 12 new towns in England to be unveiled at Labour conference | Labour

The government is set to announce a new initiative on Sunday aimed at constructing 12 towns across England as a response to the housing crisis. Housing Secretary Steve Reed is scheduled to introduce this initiative at the Labour Party’s annual conference in Liverpool. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has characterized the proposals as a step toward

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Calls for change after Qantas refuses to fly British woman with mobility scooter due to its battery | Disability

Calls for change after Qantas refuses to fly British woman with mobility scooter due to its battery | Disability

Dr. Jurai Darongkamas, a 60-year-old clinical psychologist from Birmingham, UK, recently encountered issues related to her mobility scooter while traveling. Although she had previously flown without problems, an attempt to board a Qantas flight to New Zealand after flying on Thai Airways resulted in her being denied boarding. The core of the dispute centers on

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Jaguar Land Rover plans to restart engine manufacturing in early October, report says | Jaguar Land Rover

Jaguar Land Rover plans to restart engine manufacturing in early October, report says | Jaguar Land Rover

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is set to reopen its £500 million engine manufacturing center in early October following a cyber attack that impacted the company. The attack occurred on August 31, resulting in a shutdown of systems required for vehicle assembly. The Sunday Times reports that JLR has notified suppliers that production at its Wolverhampton

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‘Total panic’: the effect of no-fault evictions on renters in England | Renting property

‘Total panic’: the effect of no-fault evictions on renters in England | Renting property

Sarah Ladyman was made redundant from her horticulturist position earlier this year, relying on her one-bedroom flat as a safe haven. However, her landlord proposed increasing her rent from £775 to £900, prompting her to appeal to a rent tribunal. The tribunal deemed the proposed increase excessive, setting it at £825 instead; nonetheless, Ladyman received

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