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Disney Plus hits 10 million subscribers in one day
Disney Plus says it hit more than 10 million sign-ups on its first day of launch, far exceeding expectations.
‘Arrogant’ former minister’s son to be sentenced over boy’s car seat death
The “arrogant” son of former Government minister Nigel Waterson will appear in court today to be sentenced for the manslaughter of his girlfriend’s infant son.
Disgraced MP’s wife to run in his place for Tories
The estranged wife of disgraced former MP Andrew Griffiths will be running in his place for the Conservative Party in next month’s election.
SUVs could offset benefits from electric cars – report
Experts are warning that the continued popularity of SUVs could offset any benefits gained from electric cars.
What the papers say – November 14
Political developments dominate the nation’s front pages on Thursday.
Excitable Edgar the star of joint John Lewis and Waitrose Christmas ad
An exuberant young dragon called Edgar who almost derails festivities in his fire-breathing excitement is the star of John Lewis’s first joint Christmas campaign with Waitrose.
Next government should legislate to protect cash access, says Which?
Hundreds of communities are struggling to access cash, according to a consumer group which is urging the next government to introduce a guarantee protecting people’s ability to continue using banknotes.
Around 13 million people in England now obese – report
The number of obese people in England has almost doubled in 20 years, new figures suggest.
Equal pay remains a distant dream, study suggests
Unlawful wage discrimination may be more widespread than previously feared, as equal pay remains a “distant dream” for many women, a new study suggests.
More than quarter of Britons hate clothes shopping in stores – poll
More than a quarter of Britons say they hate shopping for clothes in stores because it knocks their body confidence, according to a survey.
McLaren seeking tailors and dressmakers for Yorkshire supercar site
Supercar maker McLaren is hunting for tailors, dressmakers and boat builders as part of a recruitment drive to double the workforce at its new £50 million manufacturing site in Yorkshire.
Jet suit pilot will try to break his own world speed record
A test pilot is set to soar alongside Brighton Pier on Thursday in hot pursuit of a new world record.
Child abuse linked to witchcraft jumps more than 30% – research
The number of children in England abused due to belief in witchcraft has risen by more than 30% in the last three years, according to new data.
Increasing health risks from heatwaves as climate changes, experts warn
British pensioners are increasingly at risk from the growing threat of heatwaves as the climate changes, health experts have warned.
Nigel Farage under pressure as deadline for General Election nominations looms
Nigel Farage is under pressure to pull Brexit Party candidates from marginal seats with the deadline for nominations just hours away.
Increasing health risks from heatwaves as climate changes, experts warn
British pensioners are increasingly at risk from the growing threat of heatwaves as the climate changes, health experts have warned.
Snow falls across parts of South West as flood-hit areas prepare for more rain
Snow has fallen across parts of England and Wales as Yorkshire prepares for further rain after days of flooding.
Labour pledge to close pay gap between men and women by 2030
Labour has vowed to close the pay gap between men and women within a decade – 50 years earlier than the Government is reportedly currently on course for.
Duke of Cambridge praises Centrepoint on its 50th anniversary
The Duke of Cambridge has said it is “upsetting” that youth homelessness has not been eradicated but praised a charity for its work over the last five decades.
Trump downplays moment as impeachment hearings open
US president Donald Trump said he was “too busy” doing the people’s business to watch the impeachment hearings that imperil his presidency.
