Osborne lists Tory Brexiteers who ‘stopped him cutting welfare’ in warning to Badenoch

The Independent - Oct 24, 2026

The former chancellor said the biggest opposition he faced to bringing down the welfare bill came from his own Conservative Party

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Solar storm delayed a train by 16 minutes in 1848, not 1841: How scientists solved a 155-year-old mystery

Oct 24, 2026

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A fascinating correction has emerged from the archives concerning a train delay in Exeter. Initially reported incorrectly, researchers have clarified that the incident actually transpired on October 18, 1848. This revelation was achieved through the analysis of railway records and contemporary newspapers, alongside geomagnetic data, which pointed to a significant solar storm influencing the delay during that time.

Ukraine says Starshield back to normal, Musk says Kyiv violated terms

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Smart TVs could take longer to switch on as UK seeks to follow EU rule

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