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[ad_1] London shares closed at their highest in nearly 10 months amid relief among investors that the UK and the EU had secured a last-minute trade deal. With the city open for business for the first time since the deal was agreed to late on Christmas Eve, traders ignored an …

[ad_1] A group of influential conservative Brexiters have declared their support for the EU trade deal agreed to by Prime Minister Boris Johnson. The European Research Group (ERG) said the deal, reached with Brussels on Christmas Eve, “preserves the sovereignty of the UK as a matter of law.” Its “star …

[ad_1] Since the EU referendum, there has been great uncertainty as to whether the free healthcare offered to British travelers to Europe will continue after the transitional phase of Brexit ends. Reciprocal medical treatment was feared to end for UK citizens, a particular concern for older travelers, or those with …

[ad_1] Fashion designer Pierre Cardin died at the age of 98, according to the French Academy of Fine Arts. The French star, who was born in Italy, was known for her edgy style and futuristic designs in the 1960s and 1970s. He first worked in haute couture houses before launching …

[ad_1] secondRitons have been warned to expect “substantial” changes in the way they travel from January 1. Michael Gove has urged tourists to purchase comprehensive travel insurance for any trip after the Brexit transition period ends. He warned of “some disruptions” and “practical and procedural changes”, despite the fact that …

[ad_1] The top ten Premier League players from a pretty terrible year are here … 10) Jamie VardyVardy finished last season as the Premier League’s top scorer and this season, he’s only behind Mo Salah by a couple. He’s still as comprehensive as ever for the Foxes, and his power …

[ad_1] China has stepped up its campaign to control the vast tech empire controlled by Jack Ma, Alibaba’s co-founder and one of the richest people in the country. Authorities in Beijing, which on Christmas Eve ordered an investigation into allegations of “monopolistic practices” by Ma’s online retail giant, now ordered …

[ad_1] Experts are still poring over the 1,246-page Brexit trade deal, but the devil is always in the details. Dozens of UK-EU committees must now be established to oversee all aspects of the deal, committing the UK and the EU to semi-permanent Brexit negotiations. The new business travel rules will …

[ad_1] Tourists or online shoppers buying EU items valued at more than £ 390 will have to pay customs duties, the government revealed. VAT and handling fees may also apply to some items, while packages may be held at post offices until the recipient has cleared all duties and fees …

[ad_1] Britain’s largest family, The Radfords, have released their long-awaited Christmas vlog, which shows mother Sue opening a “huge” gift. The family, led by Sue, a 22-year-old mother, is seen opening presents and giving her a great present. Piles upon piles of gifts are seen lined up in the living …