All news for 2023-10-17

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UK economy 'heading for recession' as Chancellor faces 'horrible fiscal bind'
The UK economy is in a "horrible fiscal bind" as it heads for recession and with no room to cut taxes or increase public spending amid mounting political pressure on the Chancellor to do so, according to a report
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Conor McGregor doubles down on praise for Dillon Danis despite Logan Paul defeat
Danis was disqualified for trying to choke out Paul in their boxing fight but McGregor was impressed with his teammate and has now doubled down on his praise
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Best 10 Bluetooth speakers including Bose, Sonos and JBL
Looking to up your audio game? Ditch the wires and enjoy music whenever and wherever you are with a brand-new bluetooth speaker - here are our top picks
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Ten Hag on board with Ratcliffe's plans for Man Utd after investment deal
Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants to take charge of the football side of Manchester United and Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag is already said to be on board with his plans for the club
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Palestinian doctor forced to identify son killed in airstrike while on shift
WARNING, DISTRESSING CONTENT: Palestinian doctor Abu Moussa was working at an emergency room when his family was brought in after their home was shelled in an Israeli air strike, with devastating results
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Highest and lowest earning neighbourhoods in your area - see full list
The average household in Clapham Common, south London, earned £108,100 in the financial year ending 2020, according to new data from the Office for National Statistics
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Climate tech investment drops 40% as investors hesitate to back green tech
PwC's State of Climate Tech report for 2023 analysed more than 8,000 climate tech start-ups and more than 32,000 deals worth more than £400 billion
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Heartbroken Coleen Rooney recalls Wayne's 'sickening' reply to cheating claims
In her new Disney+ documentary, Coleen Rooney recalls the moment her marriage to Wayne Rooney flashed before her eyes after his 'sickening' response to being caught drunk behind the wheel of party pal Laura Simpson's car
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bet365’s England v Italy preview: Odds, predictions, team news and stats
England are favourites as they host Italy in a European Championship qualifier tonight, their first meeting at Wembley since they clashed in the Euro 2020 final over two years ago.
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Iran's supreme leader in chilling threat to US as fears of wider conflict mount
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has sent an alarming threat to the US as wider conflict fears grow after alleging intelligence reports show the US is "formulating the Zionist regime’s current policy"
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'I'm American and tried Wetherspoons for the first time - it's too cheap'
An American visitor leaves hilarious TikTok review after a visit to Britain's favourite pub chain JD Wetherspoon. It's fair to say Kristen found the experience a too weird for her tastes
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Southgate to drop huge hint over England's Euro 2024 line-up against Italy
England's team to face Italy will be very close to Southgate's first XI when Euro 2024 gets underway despite multiple players barely featuring for their clubs
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Nearly three-quarters of Brits targeted by scams in the past year
Nearly three-quarters of people surveyed for NatWest said they now see more digital and online scams than "real life" cons, such as bogus sellers going door-to-door
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Inflation - why tomorrow's figure could affect your benefits and state pension
The Office of National Statistics (ONS) will be confirming the level of inflation in the 12 months to September at 7am tomorrow morning - currently, the level of inflation in the UK sits at 6.7%
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New films and shows coming to Amazon Prime, including James Bond game show
Succession star Brian Cox fronts Prime Video's bumper TV and film slate this November
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Hailey Bieber's £7 moisturiser is like a 'face lift in a tube'
'This product is like a face lift in a tube. My skin looks and feels so good. I will use it forever'
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Man slapped with $1.4million speeding ticket after driving 35mph above limit
Connor Cato, from Georgia, was caught speeding on September 2 by cops after driving 90mph in a 55mph zone. However, he was stunned to find he owed a jaw-dropping $1.4million
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'I don't want to go to brother's funeral - my mum says I'm being disrespectful'
A woman has asked for advice after having a huge row with her mother over attending her brother's funeral, even though she has had hardly any contact with her family for years
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Man ditches date after she says his money will pay for son to have a 'good life'
We've all had bad dates in our time - but one man was left completely stunned by his new girlfriend's entitled comments. So much so, that he has cut off all contact
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Sainsbury's insider shares 10 Nectar hacks - including way to get free points
From bonus points each week to discounted prices at Sainsbury’s personalised to each shopper, the experts at Nectar have shared ten hacks to help you get the most out of it
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Top jockey blames photographer for spooking horse in £1.5m race which led to ban
Ben Melham blamed the person standing on a step ladder on the infield at Caulfield for causing his horse to drift dramatically in the closing stages
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Rolls-Royce to cut up to 2,500 jobs as it overhauls under new boss
Rolls-Royce said it will also remove 'duplication' and deliver cost efficiencies through the latest stage in its transformation plan
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Secondhand styles and 'secret' outlets selling River Island dresses from just £7
As shoppers gear up for Black Friday, it seems they may not actually need to wait until November to bag a bargain - you just need to know where to search for them
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Portugal’s Faro airport floods as staff desperately try to sweep away water
Faro Airport in the Algarve, southern Portugal has found itself underwater after heavy downpours and strong winds followed yellow and orange weather warnings overnight
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Steve Irwin's son fights back tears as he finally achieves late dad's life goal
Robert Irwin, who lost his beloved father Steve Irwin in 2006, has carried on his legacy and works as a conservationist, zookeeper, and wildlife photographer and has now completed his dad's life goal