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President Zelensky Declares Ukraine’s Commitment to Defending Bakhmut, But Not at Any Cost

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine will continue to defend Bakhmut, an eastern city in Donetsk province that has seen months of brutal Russian attacks, but “not at any price.” “Yes, it is not a particularly big town. In fact, like many others in Donbas, (it’s been) devastated by the Russians,” Zelensky told Italian publication […]

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Technology

Call for Urgent Help from Hawke’s Bay Apple Exporters to the New Zealand Government

Stand-up with Finance Minister Grant Robertson, Primary Industries Minister Damien O’Connor and Police Minister Stuart Nash at Taylor Corp Orchard and Packhouse at Waiohiki. Video / Mark Mitchell The Government will be asked to set up a fund to help Hawke’s Bay apple growers whose livelihoods have been wiped out by Cyclone Gabrielle to replant […]

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Celebrities

Richard Hammond’s ‘addiction to work’ cost him relationship with

One of his first memories of regaining consciousness was of his wife standing over him, roaring: “Don’t you dare die!” He relates to her anger, musing: “When all else has tried and failed, it’s a last resort – don’t you dare, because she wants me around. I think we’d all [shout] that – it’s not […]

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Automotive

Popular petrol station tip will ‘cost you extra for nothing’

As well as getting an incentive for switching their bank accounts, people can often get cashback for fuel purchases too. When possible, Britons should opt to fill up their tanks earlier as temperatures tend to be lower in the morning. Fuel expands in warmer weather meaning drivers can get more for their money given that […]

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Finance

DWP confirms £900 cost of living payment schedule for 2023

As part of a support package worth £26billion, the Government will be distributing cost of living payments to eligible Britons to support them with rising prices. The scheme offers a payment of £900 split into three instalments, and Britons must be claiming certain benefits to be eligible. The payment schedule for the cost of living […]

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Finance

Reduced £1k to just £630. ‘Abysmal’ Isa funds cost savers

Millions of ordinary savers put their money and their faith into investment funds run by big-name asset managers that do not always live up to their billing. Many did worse than the wider market, including some huge funds that manage billions. While there is no shame in a year or two of poor performance, especially […]

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Showbiz

The Last of Us ‘big boss’ teases costume cost ‘half a million

HBO’s hit series The Last of Us will return with another episode of Ellie (played by Bella Ramsey) and Joel (Pedro Pascal) fighting for survival. As the gripping trailer for episode five provided a first look at the Bloaters, star Adam Basil spoke exclusively to Express.co.uk about his upcoming role.  When episode five premieres on […]

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Finance

Millions of Britons to get £900 cost of living payment this year

Those on means-tested benefits, such as Universal Credit, will be able to claim a £900 sum in 2023 to help with rising bills. However, experts are wondering “will this be enough” to help people most in need during the ongoing economic turmoil. Households are having to contend with a skyrocketing inflation rate and an unprecedented […]

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Boxing

27 Seconds of Mistake Cost Aussie Star a Victory: Fans React in Disbelief

Australia’s Liam Wilson claims he was robbed of the WBO super featherweight title due to a “20 second count” and his promotional team No Limit has launched an immediate protest. Wilson was an 18/1 underdog against Mexican superstar Emanuel Navarrete, but managed to drop him in the fourth round with a combination of rights and […]

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Canada

The cost of a controversial B.C. pipeline keeps rising, leading

North American pipeline operator TC Energy Corp on Wednesday raised its cost estimate more than expected for completing its troubled Coastal GasLink project, sending share prices sharply lower. First announced in 2018, the 670-km  pipeline will transport natural gas from northeastern British Columbia’s Peace River region to the Shell PLC-led LNG Canada facility on the […]