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Bank of England Holds Interest Rates at 5.25% Amid Inflation Concerns

# Interest Rates Announcement - What It Means for You. The Bank of England has made a crucial announcement regarding interest rates, which directly impacts individuals and businesses across the nation.

UPDATED 5 FEBRUARY 2026 • 18:24 GMT

Bessent Labels Crypto Opponents of Regulation as 'Nihilists' Amid Market Bill Debate

# U.S. Treasury's Bessent Criticizes Crypto 'Nihilists' Opposing Market Structure Bill.

UPDATED 5 FEBRUARY 2026 • 18:24 GMT

Trump Critiques Starmer's Handling of Chagos Islands Controversy

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Lawmakers Express Concerns Over ECHR Loopholes Threatening Public Safety

UPDATED 5 FEBRUARY 2026 • 18:24 GMT

NHS Launches Online Tool to Help Families Assess Cancer and Diabetes Risks

UPDATED 5 FEBRUARY 2026 • 16:45 GMT

UK Faces Three-Day Blizzard Forecast Affecting 14 Regions, Warns Meteorologists

UPDATED 5 FEBRUARY 2026 • 16:45 GMT

Ben Stokes Faces Serious Facial Injuries in Training Ahead of World Cup

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Keir Starmer Faces Pressure Over Leadership Amid Election Challenges

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Sovcombank Launches Russia's First Bitcoin-Backed Loan Service

UPDATED 5 FEBRUARY 2026 • 16:44 GMT

Met Office Issues Snow Warnings as UK Prepares for Winter Weather

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Urgent Repairs to Palace of Westminster Could Cost Taxpayers Up to £40 Billion

UPDATED 5 FEBRUARY 2026 • 15:18 GMT

Amazon Launches Blink Outdoor 2K for Enhanced Smartphone Home Monitoring

UPDATED 5 FEBRUARY 2026 • 15:18 GMT