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Slight improvement in water quality at bathing sites, new figures show
The annual figures from the Environment Agency show 93% of sites met minimum standards, up from 92% last year. Source link
Linehan cleared of harassing trans activist but guilty of damaging phone
Comedy writer Graham Linehan “deliberately whacked” a teenage trans woman’s phone out of her hand, a court heard. Source link
How to make sure you're getting a good deal on Black Friday
Discounts often aren’t the cheapest prices, but here’s how to make sure you’re getting a good deal. Source link
Nigel Farage challenged on school racism allegations
The Reform UK leader was responding to reports he made racist remarks to his peers in school. Source link
Sugar tax: What you need to know
Milkshakes and lattes set to be included in UK sugar tax scheme for the first time. Source link
Scotland ease to seven-wicket win over Namibia
Scotland ease to a seven-wicket victory over Namibia, reaching the 75-run target in only 8.4 overs, in their latest game at the Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy in Bangkok. Source link
Heathrow's plan for longer third runway chosen by government
Under the selected plan, the runway would be up to 3.5km long and require a new road tunnel under the airport. Source link
Adolescence lasts into 30s – new study shows four pivotal ages for your brain
Brain scans on thousands of people reveal the dramatic shifts the brain goes through between birth and death. Source link
Somerset start T20 Blast defence against Hampshire
Somerset begin the defence of their Vitality Blast crown with a rematch of last season’s final, hosting Hampshire Hawks in Taunton on Friday 22 May. Source link
What is an Isa and how might the rules change?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly planning to alter Isa rules, but what are they and how do they work? Source link