Eight migrants drowned while crossing the English Channel on Sunday just weeks after 12 other died this month. Watch to know more.

UK Migrant Crisis: Eight migrants drown crossing English Channel

If you plan to move your savings to a bank account out of the UK, think again. The UK's Labour government may be mulling to impose an exit tax on Wealthy investors who decide to move their funds out of the country.

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US President Joe Biden and his UK counterpart Kier Starmer have expressed fear that Russia is sharing with Iran secret information and technology that could bring it closer to being able to build nuclear weapons in exchange for ballistic missiles. Biden and Starmer discussed the issue during their meeting in Washington on September 13.

US and UK alarmed over Iran-Russia military cooperation

Former US president Donald Trump was the target of a second assassination attempt in two months, as a gunman opened fire while he was playing at his golf course, in Florida. Trump reassured his supporters that he was "safe and well" and declared, "I will NEVER SURRENDER." The suspect, identified as 58-year-old Ryan Wesley Routh, was arrested by the Secret Service.

Israeli media reports indicate that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is once again threatening to dismiss Defence Minister Yoav Gallant for opposing a military strike against Lebanon.

India has launched "Operation Sadbhav," sending relief aid to Myanmar, Vietnam, and Laos, following the devastation caused by Typhoon Yagi.

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Donald Trump was the target of an apparent assassination attempt — the second in two months — as on Sunday (Sep 15) in Florida, a gunman opened fire "in his vicinity" using an AK-47 style rifle.

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The alleged gunman who attempted to assassinate former US president Donald Trump on Sunday (Sep 15), has been identified as 58-year-old Ryan Wesley Routh. He was arrested by the Secret Service agents after he opened fire near the boundary of Trump's golf course.&nbsp;

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is threatening to fire Defence Minister Yoav Gallant once again as the latter opposed a military operation against Lebanon, Israeli media reports have claimed.&nbsp;

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India on Sunday (Sep 15) launched 'Operation Sadbhav' to help Vietnam, Laos and Myanmar, currently dealing with the devastating impact of Typhoon Yagi.

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Former US president Donald Trump was the target of a second assassination attempt in two months, as a gunman opened fire while he was playing at his golf course, in Florida.

Former US president Donald Trump was the target of a second assassination attempt in two months, as a gunman opened fire while he was playing at his golf course, in Florida. Trump reassured his supporters that he was "safe and well" and declared, "I will NEVER SURRENDER." The suspect, identified as 58-year-old Ryan Wesley Routh, was arrested by the Secret Service. Israeli media reports indicate that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is once again threatening to dismiss Defence Minister Yoav Gallant for opposing a military strike against Lebanon. India has launched "Operation Sadbhav," sending relief aid to Myanmar, Vietnam, and Laos, following the devastation caused by Typhoon Yagi. Click on the headlines for more 'I will NEVER SURRENDER': Donald Trump 'safe and well' after second assassination attempt in two months Donald Trump was the target of an apparent assassination attempt — the second in two months — as on Sunday (Sep 15) in Florida, a gunman opened fire "in his vicinity" using an AK-47 style rifle. Who is Ryan Wesley Routh, the man who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump The alleged gunman who attempted to assassinate former US president Donald Trump on Sunday (Sep 15), has been identified as 58-year-old Ryan Wesley Routh. He was arrested by the Secret Service agents after he opened fire near the boundary of Trump's golf course. Israeli PM Netanyahu threatening to fire Defence Minister Gallant once again: Reports Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is threatening to fire Defence Minister Yoav Gallant once again as the latter opposed a military operation against Lebanon, Israeli media reports have claimed. India launches operation 'Sadbhav' sends relief worth thousands of dollars to Myanmar, Vietnam and Laos India on Sunday (Sep 15) launched 'Operation Sadbhav' to help Vietnam, Laos and Myanmar, currently dealing with the devastating impact of Typhoon Yagi. Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: Russian bomb strikes Kharkiv apartment building, one killed

Morning news brief: Donald Trump survives second assassination attempt; India's operation Sadbhav, and more

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has promised "a new era" in cross-border cooperation to tackle people smuggling gangs ahead of talks on Monday with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, part of his push to reset Britain's relations with Europe.

UK PM Starmer to meet Italy's Meloni for illegal immigration talks

Eight migrants have died while attempting to cross the English Channel from France to England on Sunday just weeks after 12 other died this month. Watch in for more details!

UK Migrant Crisis: Eight migrants drown while trying to cross English Channel

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Concerns are mounting in the US and UK over a potential nuclear deal between Russia and Iran, with fears that Moscow may have shared nuclear secrets with Tehran.

In Haiti, a tragic fuel truck explosion on September 14 killed at least 25 people and left over 40 injured. The explosion occurred while locals were trying to collect leaking fuel.

The death toll from Typhoon Yagi in Myanmar has risen to 74, with 89 people still missing due to widespread flooding and landslides.&nbsp;

In India, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has revealed that he was approached by a senior opposition leader about potentially becoming prime minister during the 2024 elections.

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The US and the UK are worried that Russia may have shared nuclear secrets with Iran in return for the latest reports claiming that Tehran had supplied ballistics missiles to Moscow in its war against Ukraine.&nbsp;

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A fuel truck explosion in Haiti's Southern Peninsula on Saturday (Sep 14) claimed the lives of at least 25 people and left dozens injured with serious burns, reported local media.&nbsp;

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The death toll from Typhoon Yagi in Myanmar has risen to 74. The jump in the death toll comes a day after the junta made a rare request for foreign aid to combat the tragic natural disaster. Furthermore, 89 people are missing.

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Union Minister for Transport and National Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has claimed that a senior opposition leader offered him the prime minister position if he switched flanks ahead of the 2024 parliamentary elections.&nbsp;

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Concerns are mounting in the US and UK over a potential nuclear deal between Russia and Iran, with fears that Moscow may have shared nuclear secrets with Tehran.

Concerns are mounting in the US and UK over a potential nuclear deal between Russia and Iran, with fears that Moscow may have shared nuclear secrets with Tehran. In Haiti, a tragic fuel truck explosion on September 14 killed at least 25 people and left over 40 injured. The explosion occurred while locals were trying to collect leaking fuel. The death toll from Typhoon Yagi in Myanmar has risen to 74, with 89 people still missing due to widespread flooding and landslides. In India, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has revealed that he was approached by a senior opposition leader about potentially becoming prime minister during the 2024 elections. Click on the headlines for more Has Russia shared nuclear secrets with Iran? Britain and US alarmed over 'potential' deal The US and the UK are worried that Russia may have shared nuclear secrets with Iran in return for the latest reports claiming that Tehran had supplied ballistics missiles to Moscow in its war against Ukraine. 'Horrible scene': At least 25 dead, 40 injured while trying to collect leaking fuel from tank in Haiti A fuel truck explosion in Haiti's Southern Peninsula on Saturday (Sep 14) claimed the lives of at least 25 people and left dozens injured with serious burns, reported local media. Typhoon Yagi death toll rises to 74 in Myanmar; 89 missing as floods and landslides wreak havoc The death toll from Typhoon Yagi in Myanmar has risen to 74. The jump in the death toll comes a day after the junta made a rare request for foreign aid to combat the tragic natural disaster. Furthermore, 89 people are missing. 'To become a prime minister...': Nitin Gadkari reveals he was approached by opposition for PM post Union Minister for Transport and National Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has claimed that a senior opposition leader offered him the prime minister position if he switched flanks ahead of the 2024 parliamentary elections. Watch | US: Joe Biden snaps at reporter during Starmer meeting: 'Be quiet'

Morning news brief: Russia-Iran's potential nuclear secret deal; Haiti fuel tank explosion, and more

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump said on Thursday (September 12) that he will not participate in another debate against Vice President Kamala Harris, his Democratic opponent.

In other news,&nbsp;North Korea on Friday (Sept 13) released the first images of&nbsp;the centrifuges that produce fuel for its nuclear bombs. Citing state media, a report by the news agency Reuters said that Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un visited the&nbsp;Nuclear Weapons Institute&nbsp;and called for more weapons-grade material to boost the arsenal.

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Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump said on Thursday (September 12) that he will not participate in another debate against Vice President Kamala Harris, his Democratic opponent.

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North Korea on Friday (Sept 13) released the first images of&nbsp;the centrifuges that produce fuel for its nuclear bombs. Citing state media, a report by the news agency Reuters said that Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un visited the&nbsp;Nuclear Weapons Institute&nbsp;and called for more weapons-grade material to boost the arsenal.

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The Supreme Court will deliver its verdict on Friday (September 13), on the petitions filed by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. The AAP leader's petitions include one appeal&nbsp;against the denial of bail and another contesting his arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with the excise policy case.

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An Alaska Airlines plane narrowly averted a tragedy at the Nashville International Airport on Thursday morning. It was on course to collide with a Southwest Airlines flight due to an error, but the pilots pushed the brakes just at the right time, blowing out their own tyres.&nbsp;

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Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump said on Thursday (September 12) that he will not participate in another debate against Vice President Kamala Harris, his Democratic opponent. In other news, North Korea on Friday (Sept 13) released the first images of the centrifuges that produce fuel for its nuclear bombs. Citing state media, a report by the news agency Reuters said that Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un visited the Nuclear Weapons Institute and called for more weapons-grade material to boost the arsenal. Click on the headlines for more: Trump refuses debate rematch with Kamala Harris, calls first victory 'clear' Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump said on Thursday (September 12) that he will not participate in another debate against Vice President Kamala Harris, his Democratic opponent. North Korea reveals first images of banned uranium enrichment site North Korea on Friday (Sept 13) released the first images of the centrifuges that produce fuel for its nuclear bombs. Citing state media, a report by the news agency Reuters said that Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un visited the Nuclear Weapons Institute and called for more weapons-grade material to boost the arsenal. Will Kejriwal walk free? Top Court to release verdict on Delhi CM's petitions The Supreme Court will deliver its verdict on Friday (September 13), on the petitions filed by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. The AAP leader's petitions include one appeal against the denial of bail and another contesting his arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with the excise policy case. Alaska Airlines airplane blows tyres as it pulls brakes to avoid collision with Southwest flight An Alaska Airlines plane narrowly averted a tragedy at the Nashville International Airport on Thursday morning. It was on course to collide with a Southwest Airlines flight due to an error, but the pilots pushed the brakes just at the right time, blowing out their own tyres. Watch | Russia's Revenge Kursk Offensive Begins | Ukraine's Gamble Backfires ×

Morning news brief: Trump rejects debate rematch with Harris; N Korea reveals banned uranium site, and more

#Gravitas | A luxury retailer in London has started selling peaches from Japan's Fukushima region. It is the region where a nuclear disaster occurred in 2011 in the aftermath of a Tsunami. The move is part of efforts to restore trust in produce grown in the region amidst contamination fears.

Radioactive Peaches: UK sells peaches from Fukushima nuclear disaster region

The United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said that country's National Health Service (NHS) needs to "reform or die" following a damming report on the state of Britain's free healthcare system.

'Reform needed, not more funding': UK PM Keir Starmer outlines plans for NHS reform

U.S. President Joe Biden and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer are set to met today to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and potential changes in policy regarding Western-supplied weapons. The talks come amid Ukraine's push to ease restrictions on using these weapons against targets deeper inside Russia, as the conflict escalates.

UK's Starmer in US for talks with Biden on Kyiv's missile use

UK’s Starmer in Washington to discuss long-range missiles for Kyiv with Biden

Britain's police and crime minister had her bag stolen at a conference for senior and midranking police officers where she spoke about the growing problem of theft and shoplifting.

UK crime minister's bag gets stolen as conference on rising theft

The United Nations Palestinian refugee agency UNRWA on Wednesday (Sep 11) revealed that six of its staffers were killed after two Israeli airstrikes hit a school in Gaza. This incident marks the highest death toll for UN Staff since the start of the war.

In other news,&nbsp;Rahul Gandhi from the Congress party, facing backlash over comments seen as opposing reservations, clarified today that his party intends to "extend reservations beyond the 50 per cent limit."

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The United Nations Palestinian refugee agency UNRWA on Wednesday (Sep 11) revealed that six of its staffers were killed after two Israeli airstrikes hit a school in Gaza. This incident marks the highest death toll for UN Staff since the start of the war.

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Rahul Gandhi from the Congress party, facing backlash over comments seen as opposing reservations, clarified today that his party intends to "extend reservations beyond the 50 per cent limit."

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A delegation of the militant group Hamas met with Qatari and Egyptian mediators in Doha on Wednesday (Sep 11) to hold talks about a potential hostage and prisoner exchange.

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Wednesday (Sep 11) announced a whopping $700 million in aid for Ukraine while visiting the war-torn nation. He said the new aid was aimed at shoring up the country’s energy infrastructure that Russia has repeatedly targeted in its strikes.

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The United Nations Palestinian refugee agency UNRWA on Wednesday (Sep 11) revealed that six of its staffers were killed after two Israeli airstrikes hit a school in Gaza.

The United Nations Palestinian refugee agency UNRWA on Wednesday (Sep 11) revealed that six of its staffers were killed after two Israeli airstrikes hit a school in Gaza. This incident marks the highest death toll for UN Staff since the start of the war. In other news, Rahul Gandhi from the Congress party, facing backlash over comments seen as opposing reservations, clarified today that his party intends to "extend reservations beyond the 50 per cent limit." Click on the headlines for more: 'Totally unacceptable': 6 UN staffers killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza school The United Nations Palestinian refugee agency UNRWA on Wednesday (Sep 11) revealed that six of its staffers were killed after two Israeli airstrikes hit a school in Gaza. This incident marks the highest death toll for UN Staff since the start of the war. Rahul Gandhi clarifies reservation stance: 'Will take reservations beyond 50%' Rahul Gandhi from the Congress party, facing backlash over comments seen as opposing reservations, clarified today that his party intends to "extend reservations beyond the 50 per cent limit." Hamas meets Qatari and Egyptian mediators for hostage exchange talks A delegation of the militant group Hamas met with Qatari and Egyptian mediators in Doha on Wednesday (Sep 11) to hold talks about a potential hostage and prisoner exchange. Blinken declares $700mn aid as Ukraine pleads for long-range strike permission US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Wednesday (Sep 11) announced a whopping $700 million in aid for Ukraine while visiting the war-torn nation. He said the new aid was aimed at shoring up the country’s energy infrastructure that Russia has repeatedly targeted in its strikes. Watch | 9/11 memorial: Trump and Harris shake hands at ground zero ×

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer promised on Thursday to deliver a 10-year plan to fix the National Health Service, saying there would be no more money without reform to a system an independent report found to be in critical condition.

UK PM Starmer blames Tory government for 'destroying the NHS'

UK's Labour govt working on a 10-year plan to fix the NHS

Four hopefuls were left in the race to become leader of the Conservatives on Tuesday after centrist former work and pensions minister Mel Stride was knocked out of a race set to shape the future direction of Britain's once dominant party.

UK Tory leadership race: Mel Stride eliminated from the race

Following the debate against&nbsp;Kamala Harris, Donald Trump took to Truth Social to express his frustration, claiming the debate was "three on one" and accusing the moderators of bias.&nbsp;

The debate featured several key moments, including Harris initiating a handshake with Trump and forcefully criticising his "Project 2025."&nbsp;

Meanwhile, pop star Taylor Swift has endorsed Kamala Harris after the debate. She&nbsp;shared her support on Instagram, her support could potentially influence her vast fanbase ahead of the November 6 election.

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On Tuesday (Sep 10), former US President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris faced off in what was undeniably a historic debate, full of power-packed verbal punches.&nbsp;Taking to Truth Social, Trump said this was his "best debate ever" since it was "THREE ON ONE".

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Many moments made this debate historic, least of all, Harris initiating a handshake with Trump.&nbsp;Here are some highlights from the September 10 presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.

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Pop star Taylor Swift endorsed Kamala Harris immediately after the presidential debate on Tuesday (Sep 10). Swift took to her Instagram account and conveyed to her vast following on social media that she would be voting for Harris come the November 6 election.&nbsp;

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Following the debate against Kamala Harris, Donald Trump took to Truth Social to express his frustration, claiming the debate was "three on one" and accusing the moderators of bias.

Following the debate against Kamala Harris, Donald Trump took to Truth Social to express his frustration, claiming the debate was "three on one" and accusing the moderators of bias. The debate featured several key moments, including Harris initiating a handshake with Trump and forcefully criticising his "Project 2025." Meanwhile, pop star Taylor Swift has endorsed Kamala Harris after the debate. She shared her support on Instagram, her support could potentially influence her vast fanbase ahead of the November 6 election. Click on the headlines for more Donald Trump claims debate with Kamala Harris was 'three on one,' alleges bias On Tuesday (Sep 10), former US President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris faced off in what was undeniably a historic debate, full of power-packed verbal punches. Taking to Truth Social, Trump said this was his "best debate ever" since it was "THREE ON ONE". Trump vs Harris debate: Highlights, top moments from the historic US presidential debate Many moments made this debate historic, least of all, Harris initiating a handshake with Trump. Here are some highlights from the September 10 presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Trump vs Harris debate: Kamala slams Trump over controversial 'Project 2025' in historic debate. What is it? Pop star Taylor Swift endorsed Kamala Harris immediately after the presidential debate on Tuesday (Sep 10). Swift took to her Instagram account and conveyed to her vast following on social media that she would be voting for Harris come the November 6 election. Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris after presidential debate with Donald Trump, takes potshot at JD Vance Watch | US Presidential Debate 2024: Presidential contenders debate ahead of November 5 election

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President Joe Biden has said that his administration was "working that out now" when asked if the US would lift restrictions on Ukraine's use of US-made long range weapons in its war against Russia.

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken lands in London ahead of a meeting Tuesday with the new UK government. The close allies are set to share their resolve on Ukraine and paper over differences on Gaza.

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Pakistan International airlines is officially moving towards privatisation, with bids set to open on october 1st, 2024. Pakistan's foreign minister Ishaq Dar has confirmed that restoring P-I-A flights to Europe and the UK is a top priority, with ongoing negotiations to meet UK aviation standards. However, the privatisation of pia is encountering new roadblocks.

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Two coffee chains in the UK have introduced a new policy aimed at stopping remote workers from "hogging" tables and limiting turnover during the peak hours of business.

According to a BBC report, the&nbsp;Collective in Caversham and Milk and Bean in Newbury&nbsp;have implemented the policy with&nbsp;the use of laptops banned between 11:30 and 13:30 local time on weekdays and a blanket ban on the device use during the weekends.&nbsp;

In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work has become the norm across the globe. Workers often trudge down to their nearby cafes and coffee joints to work in a social setting where they save money on energy and wi-fi.&nbsp;

However, with such people hogging the tables for long periods, the profit margins of the cafes&nbsp;tend to nosedive as new customers are unable to sit and spend money.&nbsp;

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"Having [people using] laptops isn't really ideal - it does mean a lower turnover and quite a low spend compared to people that aren't on laptops,"&nbsp;Milk and Bean owner Chris Chaplin told the publication.&nbsp;

"It also brings the vibe of the place down with people on laptops.&nbsp;On one hand, we rely on them for revenue, but on the other hand, they've got to be reasonable and have some self-awareness."

Manager Alex Middleton of The&nbsp;Collective said that people coming in with their laptops often had "quite a low spend" but would sit at the tables for "quite a long time".&nbsp;

Quizzed about the reaction from customers about the new policy, Middleton said: "We're quite lucky that a lot of our customers are returning customers that come in quite often - so they respect the policy, but then you will get people that get a little bit antsy about it."

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<h2>Remote work culture in the UK</h2>

Prior to the pandemic, just 4.7 per cent of UK employees worked from home, according to a report in&nbsp;Forbes.&nbsp;However, by April 2020, the figure rose as 46.6 per cent of employees did at least part of their job from home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In 2022, a quarter (25 per cent)&nbsp;of UK employees worked from home at least some of the time. As of the data available between May and June 2023, 14 per cent of the employees were working from home.&nbsp;

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Two coffee chains in the UK have introduced a new policy aimed at stopping remote workers from "hogging" tables and limiting turnover during the peak hours of business.

Two coffee chains in the UK have introduced a new policy aimed at stopping remote workers from "hogging" tables and limiting turnover during the peak hours of business. According to a BBC report, the Collective in Caversham and Milk and Bean in Newbury have implemented the policy with the use of laptops banned between 11:30 and 13:30 local time on weekdays and a blanket ban on the device use during the weekends. In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work has become the norm across the globe. Workers often trudge down to their nearby cafes and coffee joints to work in a social setting where they save money on energy and wi-fi. However, with such people hogging the tables for long periods, the profit margins of the cafes tend to nosedive as new customers are unable to sit and spend money. Also read | Ex-Google CEO blames 'work from home' for company losing in AI race. Netizens school him "Having [people using] laptops isn't really ideal - it does mean a lower turnover and quite a low spend compared to people that aren't on laptops," Milk and Bean owner Chris Chaplin told the publication. "It also brings the vibe of the place down with people on laptops. On one hand, we rely on them for revenue, but on the other hand, they've got to be reasonable and have some self-awareness." Manager Alex Middleton of The Collective said that people coming in with their laptops often had "quite a low spend" but would sit at the tables for "quite a long time". Quizzed about the reaction from customers about the new policy, Middleton said: "We're quite lucky that a lot of our customers are returning customers that come in quite often - so they respect the policy, but then you will get people that get a little bit antsy about it." Watch | Work from home to work from office × Remote work culture in the UK Prior to the pandemic, just 4.7 per cent of UK employees worked from home, according to a report in Forbes. However, by April 2020, the figure rose as 46.6 per cent of employees did at least part of their job from home. In 2022, a quarter (25 per cent) of UK employees worked from home at least some of the time. As of the data available between May and June 2023, 14 per cent of the employees were working from home. (With inputs from agencies)

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Ketamine, once known as a safe party drug has become a cause of concern in the United Kingdom with more and more people all over the country seeking treatment for addiction.

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Indian security forces have neutralised two terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Nowshera region during an anti-infiltration operation that took place over the weekend.

In the US, a new Republican report criticises President Joe Biden's handling of the 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal, alleging it harmed America's international credibility.

In Kenya, authorities are initiating DNA testing to identify victims of a tragic school dormitory fire that claimed the lives of several boys. The government has declared three days of mourning in response.

Meanwhile, Bangladesh's interim government has denied any plans to alter the national anthem, "Amar Sonar Bangla," despite claims by a former military officer that India imposed it during Bangladesh's 1971 independence.

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The Indian security forces neutralised two terrorists&nbsp;following an anti-infiltration operation on the intervening nights of Sunday and Monday&nbsp;in the Nowshera region of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Republicans in the US House of Representatives on Monday (Sep 9) are set to release a long-awaited critical report blasting President Joe Biden for the 2021 military withdrawal from Afghanistan.

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Authorities in Kenya were due to begin on Monday (Sept 9) DNA testing&nbsp;to help identify the boys who lost their lives in a deadly school dormitory blaze last week, a report by the news agency AFP said.

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Bangladesh's interim government has made it clear there are no plans to change the country's national anthem, "Amar Sonar Bangla." This comes amid recent claims by a former military officer that India imposed the national anthem written by Rabindranath Tagore during the 1971 independence.&nbsp;

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Indian security forces have neutralised two terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Nowshera region during an anti-infiltration operation that took place over the weekend.

Indian security forces have neutralised two terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Nowshera region during an anti-infiltration operation that took place over the weekend. In the US, a new Republican report criticises President Joe Biden's handling of the 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal, alleging it harmed America's international credibility. In Kenya, authorities are initiating DNA testing to identify victims of a tragic school dormitory fire that claimed the lives of several boys. The government has declared three days of mourning in response. Meanwhile, Bangladesh's interim government has denied any plans to alter the national anthem, "Amar Sonar Bangla," despite claims by a former military officer that India imposed it during Bangladesh's 1971 independence. Click on the headlines for more Indian security forces neutralise two terrorists in J-K's Nowshera region The Indian security forces neutralised two terrorists following an anti-infiltration operation on the intervening nights of Sunday and Monday in the Nowshera region of Jammu and Kashmir. Republican report slams Biden for 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal, damaging 'America's credibility' Republicans in the US House of Representatives on Monday (Sep 9) are set to release a long-awaited critical report blasting President Joe Biden for the 2021 military withdrawal from Afghanistan. Kenya school fire: Authorities to start DNA testing to identify victims; govt declares 3 days of mourning Authorities in Kenya were due to begin on Monday (Sept 9) DNA testing to help identify the boys who lost their lives in a deadly school dormitory blaze last week, a report by the news agency AFP said. Bangladesh govt insists no change to national anthem amid 'India imposed' Amar Sonar Bangla claims Bangladesh's interim government has made it clear there are no plans to change the country's national anthem, "Amar Sonar Bangla." This comes amid recent claims by a former military officer that India imposed the national anthem written by Rabindranath Tagore during the 1971 independence. WATCH | Kolkata rape-murder case: Supreme Court to hear RG Kar case today ×

Morning news brief: Republican report on US Afghan exit; Indian army neutralises terrorists in J&K, and more

United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer began the first visit by a British leader to Ireland in five years, aiming to "reset" the relationship with the island nation and the broader European Union (EU). &nbsp;

Starmer held talks with Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris, less than two months after hosting the Irish PM at his Chequers country residence following the Labour Party’s win in&nbsp;UK’s general election.&nbsp;

The two leaders in a joint article for The Irish Times emphasised that they were moving "from friction back to friendship".

"It is the moment for reset. It’s when we put meaning behind those words," Starmer told Harris at the Farmleigh Estate. The estate is the former residence of the Guinness family on the outskirts of Dublin.

Britain's decision to leave the EU after its 2016 Brexit referendum, strained Anglo-Irish relations significantly. &nbsp;

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Downing Street described Starmer's visit to Ireland as a "historic moment for UK-Ireland relations", and signalled further warming in bilateral ties that had frayed under Britain's&nbsp;previous Conservative Party-led&nbsp;government.&nbsp;

The UK PM emphasised that he wants better ties with EU states, and further hopes to improve diplomatic and trade relations without revisiting the fundamental basis of Britain's departure from the 27-nation bloc.&nbsp;

Starmer's Irish counterpart welcomed him to Dublin and&nbsp;the two leaders were seen shaking hands and posing for photographs before heading for talks.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;Keir Starmer asks for European cooperation to tackle far-right

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"Today we're in Dublin to flesh out what a reset actually looks like... in a practical sense for our citizens on both islands," Harris said at the beginning of the talks.

He added, "And I certainly know that it has to be embedded in things like peace, prosperity, mutual respect, and friendship."

Meanwhile, Starmer said that the reset in the relationship between the two countries was "really important to me and my government".&nbsp;

"(It) can be meaningful. It can be deep," he said.

"This moment represents a fundamental shift in our bilateral relationship. With the Brexit debates behind us, we’re moving from friction back to friendship," Harris and Starmer said in a joint article for The Irish Times.

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United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer began the first visit by a British leader to Ireland in five years, aiming to "reset" the relationship with the island nation and the broader European Union (EU).

United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer began the first visit by a British leader to Ireland in five years, aiming to "reset" the relationship with the island nation and the broader European Union (EU). Starmer held talks with Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris, less than two months after hosting the Irish PM at his Chequers country residence following the Labour Party’s win in UK’s general election. The two leaders in a joint article for The Irish Times emphasised that they were moving "from friction back to friendship". "It is the moment for reset. It’s when we put meaning behind those words," Starmer told Harris at the Farmleigh Estate. The estate is the former residence of the Guinness family on the outskirts of Dublin. Britain's decision to leave the EU after its 2016 Brexit referendum, strained Anglo-Irish relations significantly. Also read: UK PM Keir Starmer offers state apology for Grenfell Tower tragedy that killed 72 Downing Street described Starmer's visit to Ireland as a "historic moment for UK-Ireland relations", and signalled further warming in bilateral ties that had frayed under Britain's previous Conservative Party-led government. The UK PM emphasised that he wants better ties with EU states, and further hopes to improve diplomatic and trade relations without revisiting the fundamental basis of Britain's departure from the 27-nation bloc. Starmer's Irish counterpart welcomed him to Dublin and the two leaders were seen shaking hands and posing for photographs before heading for talks. Watch | Keir Starmer asks for European cooperation to tackle far-right × "Today we're in Dublin to flesh out what a reset actually looks like... in a practical sense for our citizens on both islands," Harris said at the beginning of the talks. He added, "And I certainly know that it has to be embedded in things like peace, prosperity, mutual respect, and friendship." Meanwhile, Starmer said that the reset in the relationship between the two countries was "really important to me and my government". "(It) can be meaningful. It can be deep," he said. "This moment represents a fundamental shift in our bilateral relationship. With the Brexit debates behind us, we’re moving from friction back to friendship," Harris and Starmer said in a joint article for The Irish Times. (With inputs from agencies)

UK PM Starmer visits Dublin, aims to 'reset' ties with Ireland

According to a report, Britain needs an extra one trillion pounds ($1.3 trillion) of investment over the next decade to achieve economic growth.

New British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he wanted the economy to achieve annual growth of 2.5 per cent when campaigning in the run-up to July 4's election - a rate Britain has not regularly reached since before the 2008 financial crisis.

According to a report by the UK financial services lobby group Capital Markets Industry Taskforce, an annual growth rate of 3 per cent would necessitate an extra investment of 100 billion pounds a year over the coming decade, especially in energy, housing and venture capital.

The investment could come out of the six trillion pounds in long-term capital in Britain's pensions and insurance sector, said Nigel Wilson, the report's lead author and former boss of Legal &amp; General, in a dialogue with Reuters.

"We've underinvested in the UK for such a long time, there's a massive gap between the other G7 countries and ourselves," he said.

"We have the long-term capital in the UK, it needs to be reallocated."

The British economy needs an extra 50 billion pounds each year of energy investment as it aims to meet net zero targets, 30 billion pounds in housing, and 20-30 billion in venture capital, the report said.

The government should consider incentives to investments, such as reducing taxes on shares for retail investors, the report added.

UK pensions have a "significantly lower" allocation to domestic and unlisted equities compared to most developed market pension systems around the world, according to a separate report published on Friday by think tank New Financial.

UK pensions could as much as double their allocations and still be in line with the pensions industry in other advanced markets, the report said.

While attempting to increase UK pensions investment in domestic startups, the UK government has called for a review of Britain's pension system.

According to a report, Britain needs an extra one trillion pounds ($1.3 trillion) of investment over the next decade to achieve economic growth. New British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he wanted the economy to achieve annual growth of 2.

According to a report, Britain needs an extra one trillion pounds ($1.3 trillion) of investment over the next decade to achieve economic growth. New British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he wanted the economy to achieve annual growth of 2.5 per cent when campaigning in the run-up to July 4's election - a rate Britain has not regularly reached since before the 2008 financial crisis. According to a report by the UK financial services lobby group Capital Markets Industry Taskforce, an annual growth rate of 3 per cent would necessitate an extra investment of 100 billion pounds a year over the coming decade, especially in energy, housing and venture capital. The investment could come out of the six trillion pounds in long-term capital in Britain's pensions and insurance sector, said Nigel Wilson, the report's lead author and former boss of Legal & General, in a dialogue with Reuters. "We've underinvested in the UK for such a long time, there's a massive gap between the other G7 countries and ourselves," he said. "We have the long-term capital in the UK, it needs to be reallocated." The British economy needs an extra 50 billion pounds each year of energy investment as it aims to meet net zero targets, 30 billion pounds in housing, and 20-30 billion in venture capital, the report said. The government should consider incentives to investments, such as reducing taxes on shares for retail investors, the report added. UK pensions have a "significantly lower" allocation to domestic and unlisted equities compared to most developed market pension systems around the world, according to a separate report published on Friday by think tank New Financial. UK pensions could as much as double their allocations and still be in line with the pensions industry in other advanced markets, the report said. While attempting to increase UK pensions investment in domestic startups, the UK government has called for a review of Britain's pension system.

Report reveals Britain requires an additional $1.3 trillion investment to fuel economic growth

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