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China could pressure Taiwan with economic boycott says expert SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info China's military has announced fresh military drills in the airspace and seas surrounding Taiwan on Monday. In another brazen show of strength, China's Eastern Theatre Command said it would conduct drills focusing on anti-submarine and sea assault operations. Taiwan’s Foreign Ministry has confirmed China dispatched 39 more aircraft near the island today in its latest show of force, with 13 Chinese warships also lurking in nearby waters. The minister has responded with a defiant statement, saying it would not “back down” in the face of China’s belligerence. It reads: “In the face of military intimidation created by China, Taiwan … [Read more...] about China-Taiwan LIVE: World holds breath as Beijing deploys 39 aircraft and 13 warships

By Connor Gillies Published 24 July Share close Share page Copy link About sharing With holiday season in full swing, BBC Scotland's consumer affairs correspondent Connor Gillies has taken a trip of his own. He wanted to find out how people across the country are coping with the rising price of energy, food and fuel. In four locations over four days, the phrase "cost of living" was greeted with a dreadfully familiar sigh from everyone we met. From Millport on the Isle of Cumbrae, to the Kelpies in Falkirk, Pitlochry and Fort William, our journey showed that every community in Scotland has a unique experience of this crisis. The Barclay family I met Ayrshire couple Gordon and Seonaid Barclay at a caravan park in Pitlochry. They described the current price rises and the impact it is having on their lives as "horrible". Seonaid said: "I shop around now and look for … [Read more...] about Cost of living crisis: How rising prices are affecting people in Scotland

TODAY hosts Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb have reunited on-air after time away from each other amid their rumored feud, but it was a rocky reunion. Fans have pointed out how furious Savannah looked as Hoda shared her co-host’s embarrassing secret in an “awkward” moment during the live show. During a segment all about how to “stay safe and cool” amid the heat wave that’s happening, things between Savannah and Hoda, 57, got a little heated, as well. The two stood on opposite ends of the set, with four others around them, as they all shared different tips and tricks for viewers. Toward the end, though, Hoda cracked a joke about her Today co-host that the 50-year-old didn’t seem too happy about. “Ok, Savannah’s excited about this one,” Hoda said with a straight face as she pointed to the tip of “naked is best” when it comes to staying cool while sleeping. Read More on The Today Show 'FEUDING FRENEMIES' Secret reason behind Hoda and … [Read more...] about Today’s Savannah Guthrie looks furious as Hoda Kotb shares co-host’s ’embarrassing’ secret in awkward moment on live TV

ADELE’S postponed Las Vegas residency has finally been booked in – with the opening night coming in November. According to information leaked from Ticketmaster in the US, Weekends With Adele will be held at The Colosseum at Caesars ­Palace from November 18 and end on February 24. And sources told how a formal announcement of the rearranged dates is expected before the end of the month. It is understood bosses at the Sin City venue are now pushing for the dates to be made public, in an attempt to give fans as much time as possible to make arrangements. One source said last night: “The buzz is that we are gearing up for a ­booking announcement before the end of the month. “It has been a hugely stressful time for the ­exec here, because they staked so much money on her deal. Read More on Adele HIT THE JACKPOT UK winner SCOOPS £195million jackpot - making them the biggest winner ever RUMOUR HAS IT Adele poised to … [Read more...] about New dates for Adele’s Las Vegas shows revealed after pop superstar sensationally pulled plug

Meghan Markle 'wants to be in the White House' says expert SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info According to The Telegraph, the Sussexes' decision to take a solo walk down the lengthy aisle of St Paul’s Cathedral for the service of thanksgiving on June 3 "raised eyebrows" as the couple could have travelled alongside Beatrice, Eugenie and their husbands, who were sat next to them in the pews. The Sussexes were spotted leaving Clarence House on Friday morning as they were in a "security pod" with Beatrice and Eugenie, after expressing concerns about their level of protection during their visit. Meghan and Harry's UK visit for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee was incredibly brief and the couple left the country before the celebrations had … [Read more...] about Sussexes ‘raised eyebrows’ behind palace walls during major event

EASTENDERS have recast soap star Amy Mitchell with the actress Ellie Dadd ahead of a new storyline for the popular character. The daughter of the late Roxy Mitchell and Jack Branning has been played by four actresses since her birth in 2008 on EastEnders . Actress Abbie Burke has played the character for the last eight years. She took over from Amelie Conway in March 2014 but her last appearance on the soap was in June. However now Silent Witness star Ellie Dadd has taken over the role - and she makes her debut in this week's episodes. And she is thrown in at the deep end in a harrowing bullying storyline after being introduced to Howie’s son Denzel. Read our soap spoilers blog below for the latest updates and gossip… Ije Teunissen-Oligboh just now Felix looks shifty on Hollyoaks this week Zoe notices Felix has been acting shifty and begins to suspect he knows more than he’s letting on. After Pearl’s encouragement, Zoe has time with … [Read more...] about EastEnders news: Soap star Amy Mitchell recast as new storyline begins; plus Emmerdale & Coronation Street spoilers

Express Sport provides the latest from the summer transfer window (Image: GETTY) This article contains affiliate links, we may receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Manchester United's transfer window has fired into life after Erik ten Hag learned that Cristiano Ronaldo wishes to leave the club this summer. The Portuguese talisman is not satisfied with being out of the Champions League in the twilight of his career, and has asked for all offers to be considered. Related articles Tuchel on different page to Boehly as Neymar to Chelsea gathers pace Man City identify replacement for Raheem Sterling in Man Utd hijack The knock-on effect means United are … [Read more...] about Transfer news: Man Utd swap deal, Ronaldo wildcard option, Liverpool eye £103m move

A 29-year-old Los Angeles bank executive was one of three people killed last week when lightning struck in a park across from the White House, his employer said. Brooks Lambertson, a vice president for City National Bank, was in Washington, D.C., on business when he was hit by lightning Thursday night in Lafayette Park, the bank said in a statement Saturday. A husband and wife from Wisconsin celebrating their 56th wedding anniversary were also struck by lightning and died. Lambertson managed sponsorships for the bank and previously worked in marketing for the Los Angeles Clippers, according to City National's statement. He lived in downtown LA. "Brooks was an incredible young man who will be remembered for his generosity, kindness and unwavering positivity," the statement said. "His sudden loss is devastating for all who knew him, and his family, friends and colleagues appreciate the thoughts and prayers that have poured in from around the country." He graduated from … [Read more...] about Third victim of lightning strike near White House identified as 29-year-old L.A. bank executive Brooks Lambertson

Everton v Chelsea: Pictures SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Everton could complete the signings of Conor Coady, Amadou Onana and Idrissa Gueye this week as Toffees boss Frank Lampard looks to bolster his squad before the transfer window slams shut at the start of September. Everton were defeated 1-0 by Chelsea in their Premier League opener on Saturday at Goodison Park. Related articles Everton make progress in '£12m transfer talks' to solve injury crisis Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd chase attacking duo, Chelsea exit According to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano , Everton are prepared to complete deals for Wolves centre-back Coady and Lille midfielder Onana, while talks over Paris … [Read more...] about Everton could complete three signings this week with deal already done for Frank Lampard

People who live in Kenilworth, Southdowns and other pockets of south Baton Rouge grappled Tuesday with wanting to keep their neighborhoods quiet and pedestrian-friendly but also looking to fight fewer traffic jams and find better access to the interstate highways. The conundrum was at the heart of the discussion Tuesday when Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome and her staff pitched her proposed Better Transportation and Roads tax to a crowd of more than 50 at St. Aloysius Catholic Church. The East Baton Rouge Parish Metro Council is expected to vote Sept. 13 on whether to place the 5-mill property tax proposal on ballots in November, and Broome is holding public meetings in each Metro Council district until then as she tries to rally support around her first major tax initiative as mayor-president. College and Lee drives — regularly traveled thoroughfares for most in the district — are two of the roads with the highest car wreck tallies in the parish, based on statistics the … [Read more...] about Residents question if proposed Baton Rouge roads tax can improve traffic without ruining quiet neighborhoods