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Tate Modern and Tate Britain have reopened following a week-long strike by staff over low pay and working conditions. The dispute highlights the growing cost-of-living pressure on workers in the UK's cultural sector.

By Chuqi Chen
Full story here: https://t.co/Nv10YWzADU...

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After 18 years as the UK's largest car-sharing platform, Zipcar is ceasing operations nationwide. Challenging market conditions and new policies impacting EV costs contributed to the decision, affecting 650,000 members.

By Thi Uyen

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The price of wine, beer, and spirits is set to rise due to the new alcohol duty tax increase.

By Rohan Gadaballi

See full story: https://t.co/ps9uoxFAb7

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Reeves’ decision to end the two-child benefit cap is being welcomed by campaigners and Labour MPs.
Story by Michal Kfir: https://t.co/VPbNDsvP1J

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Industry groups say the mansion tax rise could cool demand at the top of London’s market.
Story by Bhagyashree Dodamani: https://t.co/oKF73wY6lv

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The UK’s new “milkshake tax” is drawing strong reactions — supported by NGOs, challenged by the industry.
Story by Pan Jie: https://t.co/pDIVQLJMqk

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The UK plans to introduce a per-mile charge for electric and hybrid cars from 2028 — a major shift in how drivers will be taxed.
Reported by Chuqi Chen.
Full story: https://t.co/3uTNz5afy5

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Vinted has removed listings flagged as sexually explicit and says stronger checks are coming.
Story by Thi Uyen : https://t.co/4nA6FFz4Dr

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Dive into David Hockney’s latest exhibition at Annely Juda Fine Art.

Story by Ruonan Lei -
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"Do you and your boyfriend often hold hands in public?"
"I do. They just look at us strangely"

🔴 Read more about the crackdown on gay dating apps in China: https://t.co/EGssPwI34h

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Removal is part of a larger crackdown on LGBTQ spaces and content across China.

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🫥Apple has removed two of China’s most popular gay dating apps from its App Store.

Full article: https://t.co/1ln8YhQ4AP

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💥Jake Paul will fight heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua on Dec 19 in Miami, Florida.

Full article: https://t.co/AEc9KnPCB8

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🏢 Ambition or avarice? Tower Hamlets just approved a high-rise housing plan will allow tall buildings across the East End.

Full article: https://t.co/5tTiNjI6c9

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Skills Minister Jacqui Smith says she will 'run screaming' if she hears any more criticism of her policy.

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🎓UK universities warn of uncertainty and financial struggles if 6% international student levy becomes law.

Full article here: https://t.co/QVzSIRlWLF

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The EV drivers will have to pay congestion tax for the first time from January 2026. Private EV car drivers will pay £13.50 a day.

The decision has disappointed EV owners who feel ‘it’s a step back’.

Our full article is here: https://t.co/hs3GdDHVv9

#EV #CongestionTax

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Fire incidents on Diwali night in London this year fell by more than 50 percent compared to last year.

The likely cause of the reduction was Storm Babet, which brings winds and heavy rains.

Get the full breakdown: https://t.co/w5dRPGGyrr

#FireIncidents #Diwali

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We dive into why younger generations use supplements more, and the dangers of high-dose pills found online.

The safest routine? Understanding what you take, and why.

Full link to our article: https://t.co/QhT2scXKv7

#SupplementSafety

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One vitamin D tablet listed on AliExpress contained 1,250 micrograms. This is more than twelve times the safe daily limit.

You may think a higher dose must be better, but it can be quite the opposite.

Look out for our article soon!
#VitaminD #WinterWellness #HealthAlert