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Royal Mail to end Saturday second-class deliveries

India faces economic risk from Middle East crisis

India's strategic vulnerability is exposed as the Middle East crisis threatens its energy supplies, remittances, and trade, with nearly half of its crude oil imports passing through the Strait of Hormuz and about 10 million Indians living in the Gulf region.

Jamaica Kincaid wins Sjöjungfrun prize at book fair

Jamaica Kincaid will receive the Sjöjungfrun prize during the Gothenburg Book Fair on September 24–27, 2026, according to multiple reports.

Swedish School Uses Algorithm-Cleansing Song in Social Media Detox

Class 9A at the International English School in Borås has undertaken a controversial assignment to detox their social media and reduce screen time, with ninth graders at the school having lessons in detoxing their algorithms.

UK retailers face closures and losses amid high street challenges

Several UK retailers, including River Island and Krafft Jewellers, are closing stores or reporting losses as they grapple with shifting consumer habits and rising costs.

Tottenham's Igor Tudor to stay for Atletico match despite poor start

Tottenham Hotspur manager Igor Tudor is set to remain in charge for the Champions League match against Atletico Madrid, despite losing his first three games, with the club delaying a decision on his future until after the fixture.