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Hospitality closures up 49%, more than 130,000 people have mortgage over $1m
Meanwhile, more than 130,000 people now have a mortgage over $1m, according to the latest figures on the country's debt.

More than 130,000 people have a mortgage over $1m
A recent update by credit bureau Centrix shows the number of people with a mortgage larger than $1 million has increased 15 per cent year-on-year.

Silva to leave Fulham as he closes in on Benfica move
Fulham manager Marco Silva confirms he will leave the Cottagers after five years in charge, with the 48-year-old close to agreeing a deal to take over at Benfica.

The Peter Mandelson Files (Again)
More than 1000 documents on Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador published.

Donaldson rape accuser says he apologised to her years later at a Christian centre
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, the former DUP leader, is on trial for 18 sex abuse charges, all of which he denies.

Reform Makerfield candidate admits making 'crass' comments in past
Robert Kenyon says he was not involved in politics when he made remarks unearthed during the campaign.

King told me Post Office scandal was 'dreadful', says oldest victim
Betty Brown says she is accepting the honour on behalf of all the victims of the scandal.

More black men to benefit from prostate cancer screening trial
Experts are trying to find the best way to screen for prostate cancer, since blood tests alone are not accurate enough for most men.

Israel strikes southern Lebanon but partial truce with Hezbollah appears to hold
Israel continues its campaign in the south, though has not struck Beirut after a deal announced by the US.

Murrell used fake invoices to cover up £400,000 spending spree
The former SNP chief executive is facing a lengthy jail sentence after admitting embezzling funds from the party.

Rivals costume designer honoured to make outfit for Dame Jilly Cooper
TV drama Rivals' costume designer says it was an honour creating an outfit for Dame Jilly Cooper.

Kostyuk dedicates historic win to Ukraine
Marta Kostyuk dedicates her match against compatriot Elina Svitolina to Ukraine after becoming the first woman from her nation to reach the singles semi-finals at Roland Garros.

Konate close to joining Real Madrid after Liverpool exit
France defender Ibrahima Konate is in advanced talks with Real Madrid about joining the La Liga club on a free transfer.

Bashir returns to England team for first Test
Shoaib Bashir is backed as England’s first-choice spinner for the first Test against New Zealand after being overlooked for the entire Ashes series.

Maga influencer admits Bond Street assault
Melissa Rein Lively accepted a caution, while an assault by beating charge against her was withdrawn.

Severely disabled people can now consent to care arrangements, Supreme Court rules
The judgement, which was triggered by a case brought by the attorney general for Northern Ireland, will apply across the UK.

Wars, sanctions and punishments: Iraq's 40-year World Cup wait
Iraq return to the World Cup with ambitions of delivering stronger performances and results than first time round in 1986.

South West Water fined £1.8m over Devon parasite outbreak
Four people were hospitalised and there were more than 140 cases of sickness and diarrhoea in Devon.

British couple lose Iran jail sentence appeal, family says
Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested in January 2025 during a global motorbike journey.

Five questions left unanswered by the Mandelson files
A second batch of files relating to Lord Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador has been released.