Syeda X, a poor migrant woman living in shanty towns that skirt India’s capital Delhi, struggled through more than 50 jobs in 30 years. She trimmed jeans threads, cooked savouries, shelled almonds and made tea strainers, door knobs, photo frames and toy guns. She also stitched school bags and did bead and jewellery work. Despite her hard work, she earned meagre wages, like 25 rupees (30 cents; 23 pence) for assembling 1,000 toy guns.

50 jobs, 30 years: The unseen labour of an Indian female worker

The Independent

Ministers are expected to pitch Britain as a “stable place to do business” as they court global investors at a UK-based summit two weeks ahead of the autumn Budget.Sir Keir Starmer will host up to 300 industry leaders at the event on October 14, which Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds will also attend.The International Investment Summit is seen by the Government as a milestone in its central mission to boost economic growth.Labour promised during the general election campaign to hold such an event within 100 days if it came to power.Growth built on stability, investment and reform...

Starmer to pitch UK as ‘stable place to do business’ at October trade summit

A quantity of what is believed to be the psychoactive substance was seized in two raids in Telford.

Four arrested in raids targeting monkey dust

Philippa Swatton had to shelter inside a restaurant when rioters stormed the venue.

Diner describes panic as protesters storm restaurant

The crash, involving a motorbike and a car, happened on Ersham Road, Hailsham, on Friday afternoon.

Motorcyclist, 20, dies in collision

Two women were also injured in the collision involving two cars and a tanker on Lewis.

Girl flown to hospital after three-vehicle crash

 Far-right rioters have been told they will face the full force of the law as police brace for a weekend of violence, with 35 protests planned in the wake of the killing of three children in Southport.In a warning to organisers, Home Office minister Lord Hanson vowed “we will be watching you” to prevent the “summer madness” from spreading following a string of violent clashes, as police chiefs said they will not tolerate far-right thugs exploiting the nation’s grief.Dozens of demonstrations planned across the country have stoked fears of widespread unrest amid rising far-right anger over Monday’s atrocity, which...

Nation braces for weekend of far-right violence with 35 protests in wake of Southport stabbing

A former city centre department store, documented in local history books, will be celebrated at a one-off exhibition. The iconic Cheshire store Browns of Chester is the focus of the More than a Shop exhibition at the city's Grosvenor Museum until 1 September. Often described as "the Harrods of the...

One of city's oldest department stores remembered

Essex Police say they want to speak to any residents who may have information.

Dogs to be destroyed after fatal attack on owner

The pair spotted victims outside fast food restaurant and invited them to house party in Harehills.

Two men jailed after raping women at house party

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.

Wales' papers: Dad's 'fight for answers' over son's death at work

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Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Kyan McWhir denies murdering John McWhir during first appearance at Bradford Crown Court.

Man cries in court as he denies murder charge

Detectives investigating the fatal stabbing of a bus driver who was on his way home from work in east London have released details of a man they urgently want to speak to. The Metropolitan Police said Kamar Williams, 33, is from the Isle of Dogs and if spotted, members of the public "should not approach him" but call 999 immediately.

Police hunt man after bus driver fatally stabbed

A motorcyclist has been injured in a crash involving a coach and a car, police said. The East of England Ambulance Service confirmed it was called to the incident on the A11 near the Fiveways roundabout at Barton Mills, Suffolk at about 13:10 BST. A spokesman said the male motorbike...

Motorcyclist injured in multi-vehicle crash

Mitchell Walker's family says he had recently "found his place in life" with a new job role.

Family pay tribute to new dad who died in crash

Nearly 1,000 protesters are involved in disorder after a protest in one of England's best-known resorts.

Chairs and bottles thrown as protesters clash in resort

An artist and ocean enthusiast has combined his skills to create a working, speeding, shark boat. Fin Bowron is known for his larger-than-life replicas of glass bottled drinks and sculptures donning restaurant entrances country-wide. He has now combined his artistry with his ocean-faring occupations, which see him out on the...

Great white shark boat spotted in Northumberland

Residents near Padstow have had their water supply disrupted for weeks.

'Two weeks of water supply issues is a disgrace'

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Grangemouth workers rally to save oil refinery jobs

The Unite union says people from across Scotland were marching to 'Keep Grangemouth...

Grangemouth workers rally to save oil refinery jobs

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