Andy Burnham government urged to impose new tax on online purchases to protect UK high streets

Manchester Evening News - Oct 8, 2026

It is thought that around £1.5bn could be raised as a result of the proposed changes

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Study flags ChatGPT for Teens as ‘unacceptable risk’ for children

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Study flags ChatGPT for Teens as ‘unacceptable risk’ for children

Common Sense Media says, 'We are concerned that ChatGPT for Teens could give parents false confidence in guardrails that frequently don't work'

FACT CHECK: Contrary to claim, Marcos has no plans to resign

Oct 8, 2026

FACT CHECK: Contrary to claim, Marcos has no plans to resign

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. did not say that he is planning to resign; the false claim is actually the opposite of the news headline "Marcos has no plans to resign, Palace says” that the person was showing in the video.

Thailand’s household debt crisis threatens to keep growth below potential despite lower debt ratios

Oct 8, 2026

Thailand’s household debt crisis threatens to keep growth below potential despite lower debt ratios

Thailand’s household debt problem is again moving to the centre of the economic debate as Bangkok prepares to host the IMF and World Bank annual meetings. Household debt stood at 85.2% of GDP at the end of June, while average household debt has reached its highest level in 18 years, constraining consumption and making it […]

Gov't aid amid El Niño might be too late for beneficiaries, says farmers' group

Oct 8, 2026

Gov't aid amid El Niño might be too late for beneficiaries, says farmers' group

A farmers" group said on Thursday that the government"s response to a potentially strong El Niño could be already late for its intended beneficiaries.

New N Sembilan excos? MB says ‘one at a time’; appoints village chiefs first

Oct 8, 2026

New N Sembilan excos? MB says ‘one at a time’; appoints village chiefs first

Court challenge looms as former state excos contest their removal.

DOJ: Vigilance, looking for patterns could prevent potential school violence

Oct 8, 2026

DOJ: Vigilance, looking for patterns could prevent potential school violence

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Alison Hammond opens up on 'breakdown' on live TV as she misses award-winning moment

Oct 8, 2026

Alison Hammond opens up on 'breakdown' on live TV as she misses award-winning moment

Alsion Hammond was seen missing out on picking up an award just days after she suffered a health scare while live on TV

Mum of murdered toddler Star Hobson released from prison

Oct 8, 2026

Mum of murdered toddler Star Hobson released from prison

'This was a horrific crime'

FACT CHECK: Jonvic Remulla remains DILG chief

Oct 8, 2026

FACT CHECK: Jonvic Remulla remains DILG chief

Jonvic Remulla was not removed from his post; he remains as the Interior secretary, according to the DILG's official website

Who decides on government guarantee for billion-ringgit off-budget loans?

Oct 8, 2026

Who decides on government guarantee for billion-ringgit off-budget loans?

Power seems to be concentrated in the finance minister's hands, and transparency is often lacking.

Private jet meth trail: Zero luggage in KL, 23 in Laos, 521kg found, lands in jail instead of Manila

Oct 8, 2026

Private jet meth trail: Zero luggage in KL, 23 in Laos, 521kg found, lands in jail instead of Manila

Laos police confirm detaining 1 M'sian, Bukit Aman to hold presser tomorrow.

El Niño linked to fish kill in parts of Odiongan, Romblon

Oct 8, 2026

El Niño linked to fish kill in parts of Odiongan, Romblon

CALAPAN CITY — A fish kill episode has been reported along parts of the coastline of Odiongan, with the Municipal Agriculture Office (MAO) linking it to the extreme heat and rising seawater temperatures associated with the ongoing El Niño. Dally Jean Florendo of the Odiongan MAO said affected areas include Barangay Canduyong and portions of

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