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- [New analysis tool finds over half of UK firm websites fail to speak to customers](https://uk-times.com/new-analysis-tool-finds-over-half-of-uk-firm-websites-fail-to-speak-to-customers/):   More than 50% of professional services firms in the UK are not addressing their audiences effectively online. Soba:IQ, a new no-cost diagnostic tool from Soba: Private Label, has been launched to help marketers pinpoint and resolve these issues. Designed by a Glasgow-based research specialist in market positioning, the tool reviews homepage content against five key factors: clarity, audience targeting, competitive positioning, evidence, and persuasive strength. It instantly generates a score and tailored recommendations. “In 2025, we definitively proved that professional services firms in the UK are all essentially interchangeable. to the point where no one would even notice.” Said
- [A282 northbound Dartford Crossing | Anti-Clockwise | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/a282-northbound-dartford-crossing-anti-clockwise-road-works/): Location : The M25 anticlockwise between junctions J1A and J31 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Emergency barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 23:59 on 10 April 2026 to 06:00 on 11 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There will be two of four lanes closed.
- [Marine map appears to show Strait of Hormuz at a standstill | News - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/marine-map-appears-to-show-strait-of-hormuz-at-a-standstill-news-uk-times/): A marine traffic map shows the Strait of Hormuz at a standstill more than 48 hours after President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire conditional on Iran reopening the waterway. Automatic identification system (AIS) data on MarineTraffic.com appears to show traffic through the critical chokepoint has barely moved between 11:01 UTC (12:00 PM BST) on 9 April and 11:00 UTC (12:00 PM BST) on 10 April. The strait, through which about 20% of the world’s oil normally passes, has been effectively blocked since the Iran-US war began in late February, causing oil prices to surge and raising energy and agricultural
- [M5 northbound at the Taunton Deane services between J26 and J25 | Northbound | Congestion](https://uk-times.com/m5-northbound-at-the-taunton-deane-services-between-j26-and-j25-northbound-congestion/): Location : The M5 northbound between junctions J26 and J25 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 14:30 and 14:45 on 10 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.
- [Enzo Fernandez will MISS Chelsea's crunch clash against Man City despite issuing grovelling apology to team-mates for cryptic Madrid comments - with Liam Rosenior refusing to budge on two-match ban](https://uk-times.com/enzo-fernandez-will-miss-chelseas-crunch-clash-against-man-city-despite-issuing-grovelling-apology-to-team-mates-for-cryptic-madrid-comments-with-liam-rosenior-refusing-to-budge-on-two-match-ban/): Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior has confirmed Enzo Fernandez will miss their crunch Premier League clash with Man City on Sunday, despite flirting with Real Madrid during the international break. Interviews conducted by Fernandez while away with the Argentina national team led to Chelsea imposing a two-game ban on their vice-captain as they believed his comments crossed a line. Fernandez’s agent Javier Pastore said earlier this week that he had apologised to the club. The apology has not changed Chelsea’s stance on their internal sanction, with Fernandez still set to sit out the match against Man City, as he also did last week in
- [Media pundits left stunned over Melania’s random Epstein press conference: ‘Beyond bizarre’ - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/media-pundits-left-stunned-over-melanias-random-epstein-press-conference-beyond-bizarre-uk-times/): Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email Media analysts have been left stunned over first lady Melania Trump’s surprise press conference, where she denied any connection to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and breathed new life into the story. Pundits were still scratching their heads Friday morning over what could have prompted Thursday’s extraordinary White House press conference, where the first lady called on Congress to invite survivors to give testimony and denied knowledge of Epstein’s abuse
- [A35 eastbound between B3157 and A3066 | Eastbound | Congestion](https://uk-times.com/a35-eastbound-between-b3157-and-a3066-eastbound-congestion/): Location : The A35 eastbound between the A3052 and the junction with the A3066 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 15:15 and 15:30 on 10 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.
- [Giant rodent that could devastate California wetlands was ‘deliberately’ reintroduced to population, experts fear - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/giant-rodent-that-could-devastate-california-wetlands-was-deliberately-reintroduced-to-population-experts-fear-uk-times/): The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US A destructive, invasive giant rodent may have been deliberately reintroduced in California, posing a serious threat to the state’s fragile wetlands, wildlife officials said. The species, known as nutria, is a large semi-aquatic rodent native to South America that can weigh up to 20 pounds and consume vast amounts of vegetation. A first-of-its-kind genomic study found that nutria discovered in Merced County in 2017
- [A52 westbound between A1 and A46 | Westbound | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/a52-westbound-between-a1-and-a46-westbound-road-works/): Location : The A52 westbound between the junctions with the A1 and the A46 . Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 20:00 and 07:00 from 13 April 2026 to 15 April 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
- [Livvy Dunne stuns in new photoshoot as she opens up on business ventures and life after gymnastics](https://uk-times.com/livvy-dunne-stuns-in-new-photoshoot-as-she-opens-up-on-business-ventures-and-life-after-gymnastics/): Livvy Dunne has debuted a brand new look and opened up on her entrepreneurial aspirations as she pulled back the curtain on her life in a recent interview. Fresh off the back of her 2026 Sports Illustrated appearance, Dunne swapped her swimsuits and bikinis for a tan, over-sized suit for her cover shoot with Boardroom. The 23-year-old showed off her new style in a post on her Instagram, where she posed on a rooftop in New York wearing the over-sized suit.  Dunne, who has spent the last month on set for the remake of Baywatch, also tried on a high-slit,
- [A47 westbound exit for A1074 | Westbound | Congestion](https://uk-times.com/a47-westbound-exit-for-a1074-westbound-congestion/): Location : The A47 westbound exit slip to the A1074 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 14:00 and 14:15 on 10 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.
- [The Masters 2026 LIVE: Leaderboard and updates as Rory McIlroy has overnight lead with Scottie Scheffler and Justin Rose chasing - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/the-masters-2026-live-leaderboard-and-updates-as-rory-mcilroy-has-overnight-lead-with-scottie-scheffler-and-justin-rose-chasing-uk-times/): McIlroy: ‘I settled really quickly’ Defending champion Rory McIlroy shot five-under on a great opening day, and he had the following to say on his first round: “I thought I would feel different, but then I put my ball on the tee and felt the same nerves. I’m glad I felt that way. Something would be wrong if I didn’t,” he explained. “I settled really quickly. I’ve said all week there’s a certain freedom now. If I hit it in the trees? Okay! I’ve seen it all. I did that a bit on the front nine and found my game
- [A5 northbound between A483 and A495 | Northbound | Congestion](https://uk-times.com/a5-northbound-between-a483-and-a495-northbound-congestion/): Location : The A5 northbound between the A483 Oswestry South and the junction with the A495 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 13:45 and 14:00 on 10 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.
- [The unconventional Christian movement with existential lessons for troubled Congo - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/the-unconventional-christian-movement-with-existential-lessons-for-troubled-congo-uk-times/): On The Ground newsletter: Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly international news dispatch The founder of one of Africa’s largest independent churches spent 30 years in jail and died a prisoner, banished far from his home by Belgian colonial authorities who judged his activities to be dangerous. Unexpectedly, Simon Kimbangu’s religious movement spread across Congo and prospered enough that it now has followers even in Belgium, with pilgrims visiting a quaint village south of the Congolese capital of Kinshasa to pay homage to him. April 6 has
- [M55 westbound between J3 and J4 | Westbound | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/m55-westbound-between-j3-and-j4-westbound-road-works/): Location : The M55 westbound between junctions J2 and J4 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 13 April 2026 to 06:00 on 14 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There will be one of three lanes closed.
- [Kai Trump poses with Bryson DeChambeau during Masters trip... days after her mom Vanessa's boyfriend Tiger Woods jetted off to rehab](https://uk-times.com/kai-trump-poses-with-bryson-dechambeau-during-masters-trip-days-after-her-mom-vanessas-boyfriend-tiger-woods-jetted-off-to-rehab/): Kai Trump has posted a series of photos detailing her trip to Augusta National, which came just days after mom Vanessa’s boyfriend Tiger Woods flew to rehab following his DUI arrest.  Daily Mail spotted the 18-year-old granddaughter of the president wandering around the grounds of the iconic Masters golf course in Georgia on Tuesday morning.  The YouTuber and golf influencer, whose father is Donald Trump Jr., was hanging out by Augusta National’s famed clubhouse, where members Sir Nick Faldo and Annika Sorenstam were present. Kai then went inside the ropes to watch golf’s greatest players prepare to do battle this week for
- [A66 eastbound between A67 near Bowes and A1(M) | Eastbound | Congestion](https://uk-times.com/a66-eastbound-between-a67-near-bowes-and-a1m-eastbound-congestion/): Location : The A66 eastbound between the junctions with the A67 and the A1M . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 13:45 and 14:00 on 10 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.
- [Starmer, Trump, and the unique conflict of UK-US communication | In The Room - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/starmer-trump-and-the-unique-conflict-of-uk-us-communication-in-the-room-uk-times/): Recently, there’s been a bit of trouble in paradise for the ‘special relationship’. For months, prime minister Keir Starmer has been contending with an increasingly unpredictable Donald Trump (who pulls no punches when discussing his British counterpart). Tensions have only mounted as the US-Iran war continues. In this clip from the latest episode of In The Room, Helen and Cleo reflect that speaking the same language doesn’t get rid of tricky semantic issues and vast cultural differences. New episodes of In The Room drop every Friday. You can listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or watch on YouTube.
- [M60 anti-clockwise between J21 and J20 | Anti-Clockwise | Spillage](https://uk-times.com/m60-anti-clockwise-between-j21-and-j20-anti-clockwise-spillage/): Location : The M60 anticlockwise between junctions J21 and J20 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder, lanes 1 and 2 are closed. Reason : Load spillage. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 15:15 and 15:30 on 10 April 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 16:15 and 16:30 on 10 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There are two of three lanes closed.
- [PCSP Small Grants Scheme | nibusinessinfo.co.uk](https://uk-times.com/pcsp-small-grants-scheme-nibusinessinfo-co-uk/): Back to search results Funding for local community and voluntary groups to develop community-led projects that address local safety concerns. Applications to be submitted by 4pm on Wednesday 6 May 2026. Who it is for Local community and voluntary groups in the Ards and North Down Borough are eligible to apply. Support you can get The Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) Small Grants Scheme is an opportunity for local community and voluntary groups to develop community-led projects.  Projects could address local safety concerns, including hate crime, cybercrime, road safety, anti-social behaviour, drugs and alcohol issues, and other relevant community
- [Alex Jones hopes God can free Trump from ‘demonic forces’ as he speaks after president’s Truth Social rant - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/alex-jones-hopes-god-can-free-trump-from-demonic-forces-as-he-speaks-after-presidents-truth-social-rant-uk-times/): Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones believes President Donald Trump is under “demonic influences” and is acting like a “super villain,” after the commander-in-chief distanced himself from the podcaster. Jones, who founded the online platform InfoWars, was an early convert to Trump’s MAGA movement, with the president first appearing on his show in 2015. However, these latest comments show a growing rift in the MAGA base with the president. Several pivotal MAGA
- [M2 westbound between J3 and J2 | Westbound | Vehicle Recovery](https://uk-times.com/m2-westbound-between-j3-and-j2-westbound-vehicle-recovery/): Location : The M2 westbound between junctions J3 and J2 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder and lane 1 are closed. Reason : Vehicle tyre change. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 13:45 and 14:00 on 10 April 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 13:45 and 14:00 on 10 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of four lanes closed.
- [Nike admit 'bulging' £135 England World Cup shirts have a problem and 'fall short' of standards - after they employed AI for 'high-tech' design](https://uk-times.com/nike-admit-bulging-135-england-world-cup-shirts-have-a-problem-and-fall-short-of-standards-after-they-employed-ai-for-high-tech-design/): When you are forking out well over £100 for a football shirt, you expect to be getting a premium quality kit, not something that makes you look like a 1980s fashion guru. But if your country is donning a Nike kit in the World Cup this summer, and you want to splash the cash on their new jerseys, beware of a defect that has you resembling an astronaut aboard Artemis II rather than your favourite football stars. In March, the global sportswear brand released its new haul of kits for this summer’s tournament in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, with
- [M25 J8 anti-clockwise access | Anti-Clockwise | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/m25-j8-anti-clockwise-access-anti-clockwise-road-works/): Location : The M25 anticlockwise entry slip at junction J8 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Emergency barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 22:00 on 14 April 2026 to 05:30 on 15 April 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
- [Kalvin Phillips: Sheffield United would 'love' to be an option for midfielder | Manchester News](https://uk-times.com/kalvin-phillips-sheffield-united-would-love-to-be-an-option-for-midfielder-manchester-news/): Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder has said they would like to bring Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips back to the club next season, despite his loan spell being blighted by suspension and injury. The 30-year-old former England man joined the Championship side on transfer deadline day in February but has played just three times. He was sent off in the Steel City derby win over Sheffield Wednesday on 22 February and has not played since his ban ended because of a knee injury. Phillips moved to Manchester City from Leeds United for £45m on a six-year deal in July 2022
- [Talk back: Tech deal promotes conversations between journalists and those who follow their stories - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/talk-back-tech-deal-promotes-conversations-between-journalists-and-those-who-follow-their-stories-uk-times/): The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Environmentalist Christine Holland closely follows journalist Tiffany Higgins’ stories from the Amazon River region, frequently sending her comments and questions. This week, Higgins responded to one message about her piece on the Brazilian arts community by sending Holland a lengthy personal video. They’ve turned the usual one-way conversation between a journalist and consumer into a two-way one, and a deal announced Friday indicates that
- [M62 eastbound between J31 and J32 | Eastbound | Congestion](https://uk-times.com/m62-eastbound-between-j31-and-j32-eastbound-congestion/): Location : The M62 eastbound between junctions J30 and J32 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 14:00 and 14:15 on 10 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 40 minutes against expected traffic.
- [Australia's fastest man Lachlan Kennedy runs a sub 10-second 100m: 'It just felt easy'](https://uk-times.com/australias-fastest-man-lachlan-kennedy-runs-a-sub-10-second-100m-it-just-felt-easy/): Sprint sensation Lachlan Kennedy has kicked off his national athletics championship campaign in fine style, becoming the first Australian to break the 10-second barrier legally for the 100m on home soil. Kennedy made the most of perfect conditions and a newly laid track at Sydney Olympic Park’s athletics centre to clock 9.96 in the first heat of the men’s 100m on Friday. It is the second time the 22-year-old has run sub-10 seconds, following his 9.98 dash at the Kip Keino Classic in Kenya last year. National record-holder Patrick Johnson is the only other Australian to complete the feat, but
- [FIRE saving plans don’t work any more - so what are people doing instead to retire early? - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/fire-saving-plans-dont-work-any-more-so-what-are-people-doing-instead-to-retire-early-uk-times/): A movement known as FIRE – the dream of Financial Independence and Retiring Early – was all the rage during the pandemic as people started investing in stock markets and putting in place extreme saving strategies to be able to quit work in their 40s. But as salaries stagnate, costs of living continue to rise and unemployment is up, people looking to retire early are increasingly eyeing ways to modernise the key tenets of FIRE, adapting their philosophies to modern market conditions. The original principles of the FIRE movement were to put away a large portion of income into savings
- [A30 eastbound within the A377 junction | Eastbound | Congestion](https://uk-times.com/a30-eastbound-within-the-a377-junction-eastbound-congestion/): Location : The A30 eastbound between the A382 and the junction with the A377 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 13:00 and 13:15 on 10 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 15 minutes against expected traffic.
- [M26 eastbound between M25/A21 and J2A | Eastbound | Congestion](https://uk-times.com/m26-eastbound-between-m25-a21-and-j2a-eastbound-congestion/): Location : The M26 eastbound between the M25 and junction J2A . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 12:45 and 13:00 on 10 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 15 minutes against expected traffic.
- [Natasha Lyonne responds to report she was escorted off plane after Euphoria premiere - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/natasha-lyonne-responds-to-report-she-was-escorted-off-plane-after-euphoria-premiere-uk-times/): Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Natasha Lyonne has responded to a report that claimed she was escorted off a plane after attending the Los Angeles premiere of Euphoria Tuesday night. Lyonne, 47, has a secretive role in the HBO series’ third season, which premieres Sunday, and was among the cast members on the red carpet at Hollywood’s TLC Chinese Theatre. However, on Thursday, PageSix cited an eyewitness saying they saw Lyonne
- [His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards 2027 to 2028](https://uk-times.com/his-majestys-lord-lieutenant-certificates-of-merit-awards-2027-to-2028/): Updates to this page Published 13 August 2024 Last updated 10 April 2026 + show all updates 10 April 2026 Updating the dates of the upcoming Lord Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards for 2027 and 2028. 1 September 2025 Added nomination deadlines and locations for the 2026 awards, and confirmed dates for the 2027 awards. 15 August 2024 Updated nominations deadline for the 2025 award ceremonies. 13 August 2024 Added translation
- [M1 southbound between J15A and J15 | Southbound | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/m1-southbound-between-j15a-and-j15-southbound-road-works/): Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J15A and J15 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadside equipment maintenance is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 16 April 2026 to 06:00 on 17 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There will be one of four lanes closed.
- [Grand National 2026 sweepstake: Download and print off Daily Mail Sport's essential kit for the year's biggest race](https://uk-times.com/grand-national-2026-sweepstake-download-and-print-off-daily-mail-sports-essential-kit-for-the-years-biggest-race/): The world’s most famous race is back! At 4pm Saturday, 34 runners will take to the Aintree course for the Grand National – with trainer Willie Mullins going for three wins in a row. Here is your ultimate guide to the race – with every runner rated and your sweepstake. First, Daily Mail Sport’s DOMINIC KING gives you the lowdown… Willie Mullins has become the man with the Midas touch at Aintree, so it is amazing to think how his relationship with the world’s greatest race began. Mullins has won the Randox Grand National three times, including the last two
- [Sam Thompson brilliantly handles brutal live radio question about Louis Tomlinson ‘stealing’ Zara McDermott - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/sam-thompson-brilliantly-handles-brutal-live-radio-question-about-louis-tomlinson-stealing-zara-mcdermott-uk-times/): Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter When you turn up to work in the morning, you don’t expect to be quizzed on your ex’s new partner – but that’s exactly what happened to radio presenter Sam Thompson live on air. The I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! winner was left speechless on his Hits Radio show when asked how he felt about One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson “stealing his girl” by a
- [A69 westbound between A689 near Brampton (east) and A689 near Brampton (south) | Westbound | Congestion](https://uk-times.com/a69-westbound-between-a689-near-brampton-east-and-a689-near-brampton-south-westbound-congestion/): Location : The A69 westbound between the junctions with the A689 east of Brampton and the A689 south of Brampton. Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 12:30 and 12:45 on 10 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.
- [Prince Harry, Meghan Markle's tour poised to annoy palace: sources](https://uk-times.com/prince-harry-meghan-markles-tour-poised-to-annoy-palace-sources/): Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could face chaos in Australia next week — as they prepare to use their royal branding in a country that still counts King Charles as its monarch, Page Six is told. “I’m sure [Buckingham Palace] would prefer that Harry and Meghan weren’t going, but there’s not a lot they can do about it. They have no control,” royal writer Robert Jobson, author of “The Windsor Legacy,” told Page Six. “There will undoubtedly be a sense of confusion about what Harry and Meghan are there for … this trip may stick in the gullet of the
- [New funding to expand specialist patrols](https://uk-times.com/new-funding-to-expand-specialist-patrols/): Communities across the country, particularly Jewish and other faith communities, will be supported by additional specialist officers on the streets thanks to £5 million of new funding. New funding will increase deployments under Project Servator, a national policing tactic which disrupts criminal activity and protects communities through highly visible and unpredictable deployments. The specialist officers are trained to spot suspicious activity and identify individuals who are preparing to commit serious crimes, including acts of terrorism. Funding will be initially focused on supporting communities in London and Manchester, with the Metropolitan Police Service and Greater Manchester Police expected to step up
- [M42 southbound between J3A and J3 | Southbound | Vehicle Recovery](https://uk-times.com/m42-southbound-between-j3a-and-j3-southbound-vehicle-recovery/): Location : The M42 southbound between junctions J3A and J3 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder and lane 1 are closed. Reason : Vehicle tyre change. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 12:30 and 12:45 on 10 April 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 12:30 and 12:45 on 10 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of three lanes closed.
- [Inverness wages war on seagulls after ‘coordinated attacks on children’ at Easter egg hunt - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/inverness-wages-war-on-seagulls-after-coordinated-attacks-on-children-at-easter-egg-hunt-uk-times/): Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email An Easter egg hunt was blighted by a string of seagull attacks, which reportedly saw a large group of the birds swoop on and strike children. Inverness Business Improvement District (Bid) said its team witnessed 16 gull attack incidents during a city centre Easter egg hunt the organisation had put on last Friday and Saturday. Bid ambassador Janice Worthing told The Telegraph: “This included frequent and coordinated behaviour from adult
- [M6 J39 northbound exit | Northbound | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/m6-j39-northbound-exit-northbound-road-works/): Location : The M6 northbound exit slip at junction J39 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Road repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 19:00 on 13 April 2026 to 05:00 on 14 April 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
- ['We still feel like we're yet to earn the rugby world's respect - that's going to change': Inside Sale's bid for European glory - a root-and-branch review, 'The Volcano', 'The OAPs' and blockbuster signings](https://uk-times.com/we-still-feel-like-were-yet-to-earn-the-rugby-worlds-respect-thats-going-to-change-inside-sales-bid-for-european-glory-a-root-and-branch-review-the-volcano-the-oaps-and-blockbuster-si/): There was a feel-good factor at Sale’s Manchester training base on Tuesday as temperatures hit an unseasonable 20 degrees and Alex Sanderson treated his players to ice lollies after their big session of the week. For a second, you had to remind yourself you were in Carrington and not the Cote d’Azur. ‘It doesn’t get much better than this up north,’ said Sanderson, Sale’s director of rugby. ‘We’ve not had a lot of sunshine, literally or metaphorically, so far this season. But we’ve got to a European quarter-final and with the addition of Courtney Lawes, the feeling around the place
- [I was with Gilgo Beach serial killer’s ex-assistant when he pled guilty. Rex hid the evil from her, but not his fatal flaw - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/i-was-with-gilgo-beach-serial-killers-ex-assistant-when-he-pled-guilty-rex-hid-the-evil-from-her-but-not-his-fatal-flaw-uk-times/): The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US As Donna Sturman, her graying Irish Wolfhound, Louise, and I pull into the overflowing parking lot of the Suffolk County Criminal Court complex on Wednesday morning, she begins to reminisce about her former boss, Rex Heuermann. Sturman, 74, went to work in 2017 as Heuermann’s office manager/personal assistant/bookkeeper/etc, who did “everything” the Long Island resident needed to run his Manhattan architecture practice. She tells
- [M42 southbound between J3A and J3 | Southbound | Congestion](https://uk-times.com/m42-southbound-between-j3a-and-j3-southbound-congestion/): Location : The M42 southbound between junctions J3A and J3 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 12:00 and 12:15 on 10 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.
- [Labrinth not involved in Euphoria season three | UK News](https://uk-times.com/labrinth-not-involved-in-euphoria-season-three-uk-news/): Zimmer, who has has produced scores for movies including Dune, The Lion King, Interstellar and True Romance, previously stated that Labrinth had “shaped the show’s identity”, and that he was “looking forward to contributing to the ongoing story and helping shape this new season through music”.
- [New laws to crackdown on harmful pornography](https://uk-times.com/new-laws-to-crackdown-on-harmful-pornography/): Possessing or publishing pornography depicting incest or adults pretending to be children to be criminalised.  Tech execs could also be held liable to imprisonment or fines if their platforms fail to remove people’s nonconsensual intimate images. Part of this government’s commitment to tackle abusive online content and halve violence against women and girls.  The public will be better protected from vile online pornography under new Government amendments tabled to the Crime and Policing Bill today (Friday, April 10).   Building on the Government’s work to tackle violence against women and girls, pornography depicting illegal sexual conduct between family members and adults roleplaying as children will be criminalised.   The first of these vital measures will ban anyone from possessing or publishing harmful pornography that shows incest between family members, and sex between step or foster relations
- [M62 J8 westbound exit | Westbound | Broken down vehicle](https://uk-times.com/m62-j8-westbound-exit-westbound-broken-down-vehicle/): Location : The M62 westbound exit slip at junction J8 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Broken down vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 12:30 and 12:45 on 10 April 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 12:15 and 12:30 on 10 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed.
- [Tehran accused of ‘weaponising’ Hormuz as oil gains ahead of US-Iran talks - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/tehran-accused-of-weaponising-hormuz-as-oil-gains-ahead-of-us-iran-talks-uk-times/): For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails The Strait of Hormuz is still not fully open despite the US-Iran ceasefire, according to the head of Abu Dhabi’s state oil company. Sultan Al Jaber, the chief executive officer of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), said in a post on LinkedIn that “access is being restricted, conditioned and controlled” through the world’s most critical waterway. “The weaponisation of this vital waterway, in
- [Man jailed for killing wife who jumped from bridge | UK News](https://uk-times.com/man-jailed-for-killing-wife-who-jumped-from-bridge-uk-news/): The case was the first prosecution of its kind in Scotland, in that Milne was responsible even though his wife jumped to her death. Police said Kimberly was “clearly terrified” of Milne, and that her death was the result of her taking “a course of action to get away from him”.
- [M2 westbound between J2 and J1 | Westbound | Vehicle Fire](https://uk-times.com/m2-westbound-between-j2-and-j1-westbound-vehicle-fire/): Location : The M2 westbound between junctions J2 and J1 . Reason : Vehicle fire. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 12:30 and 12:45 on 10 April 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 12:30 and 12:45 on 10 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There are lane closures.
- [TV golf presenter Amanda Balionis brushes Rory McIlroy romance rumour under the carpet in friendly interview with him back at The Masters](https://uk-times.com/tv-golf-presenter-amanda-balionis-brushes-rory-mcilroy-romance-rumour-under-the-carpet-in-friendly-interview-with-him-back-at-the-masters/): There was no sign of any awkwardness between Rory McIlroy and Amanda Balionis as the reigning champion was interviewed by the CBS presenter on day one of the Masters. McIlroy, 36, is back on the grass at Augusta National looking to defend the famous green jacket, one year on from his dramatic play-off victory over Justin Rose, which bagged him a career grand slam. The Northern Irishman has started the tournament in fine fettle, racing into a shared lead with American Sam Burns, after notching up five birdies to post an opening round of 67. However, before we saw McIlroy
- [Scott Mills dropped from Ibiza Symphonica concert due to ‘serious nature’ of allegations - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/scott-mills-dropped-from-ibiza-symphonica-concert-due-to-serious-nature-of-allegations-uk-times/): Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Former BBC Radio 2 DJ Scott Mills has been removed from the line-up of the Ibiza Symphonica summer concert because of the “serious nature” of allegations against him. The 53-year-old was sacked by the BBC shortly before it emerged that the Metropolitan Police launched an investigation into him in 2016 over allegations of serious sexual offences involving a teenage boy under 16 between 1997 and 2000.
- [M6 J39 northbound access | Northbound | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/m6-j39-northbound-access-northbound-road-works/): Location : The M6 northbound entry slip at junction J39 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Road repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 19:00 on 13 April 2026 to 05:00 on 14 April 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
- [UKEF secures £128 million submarine rescue deals with Indonesia, boosting British industry](https://uk-times.com/ukef-secures-128-million-submarine-rescue-deals-with-indonesia-boosting-british-industry/): UK Export Finance (UKEF) has unlocked £128 million in finance to enable the export of British-made submarine rescue vehicles to the Indonesian Navy The deals will inject over £67 million into the UK economy through leading British suppliers Submarine Manufacturing and Products Ltd and Forum Energy Technologies Ltd, which will support jobs across the domestic maritime and defence industry UK Export Finance has backed over £6.6 billion of advanced manufacturing investment over the last two years Today, UK Export Finance (UKEF) announces two multi-million-pound export deals to supply the Indonesian Navy with state-of-the-art submarine rescue vehicle systems (SRVS), amounting to a
- [A66 eastbound between M6 and A6 | Eastbound | Congestion](https://uk-times.com/a66-eastbound-between-m6-and-a6-eastbound-congestion/): Location : The A66 eastbound between the M6 and the junction with the A6 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 11:30 and 11:45 on 10 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.
- [Starmer warns Trump’s war in Iran is proof UK must strengthen European alliance - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/starmer-warns-trumps-war-in-iran-is-proof-uk-must-strengthen-european-alliance-uk-times/): Stay on top of the latest political news with our View from Westminster newsletter Get the latest political headlines with our free email Get the latest political headlines with our free email Sir Keir Starmer has said his government must “remake our country” in order to ensure Britain is not “at the mercy of events abroad”, amid the economic fallout of war in the Middle East. The prime minister is visiting Gulf allies this week as he seeks to join international efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s blockade of the key shipping route in retaliation to US strikes
- [Is this the death of the much-loved Champions League starred ball?](https://uk-times.com/is-this-the-death-of-the-much-loved-champions-league-starred-ball/): The iconic Champions League star ball is set to be redesigned after adidas were ousted as the official match ball provider for the competition. adidas have served as the provider since taking over the contract from Nike back in 2000. The German manufacturer then introduced the starred design, which mirrors the Champions League’s logo. When launching a 25th anniversary ball in January, UEFA stated: ‘Since its debut, the adidas starball has transcended its role as a match ball to become a symbol of the UEFA Champions League’s spirit and identity.  ‘Each edition has captured the essence of the competition – from
- [M62 eastbound between J22 and J23 | Eastbound | Accident](https://uk-times.com/m62-eastbound-between-j22-and-j23-eastbound-accident/): Location : The M62 eastbound between junctions J22 and J24 . Lane Closures : Lane three is closed. Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 12:15 and 12:30 on 10 April 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 13:00 and 13:15 on 10 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of three lanes closed.
- [Five experts pick their best funds for your ISA in the new 2026 tax year - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/five-experts-pick-their-best-funds-for-your-isa-in-the-new-2026-tax-year-uk-times/): Stock markets are as turbulent as they have ever been. Those not use to seeing their wealth jump and plunge from day to day might well be wary of trying them out for the first time. But by investing for the longer-term, investors who pick a stocks and shares ISA will almost certainly do better than those who play it safe by holding savings in cash – and they will never pay tax on any earnings. The average stocks and shares ISA account is worth over £65,000, significantly higher than the typical cash ISA, which holds less than £13,500. “With
- [A303 westbound between A3057 and A343 | Westbound | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/a303-westbound-between-a3057-and-a343-westbound-road-works/): Location : The A303 westbound between the A34 and the junction with the A343 . Lane Closures : Lane two will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 15 April 2026 to 06:00 on 16 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
- [M4 eastbound between J18 and J17 | Eastbound | Broken down vehicle](https://uk-times.com/m4-eastbound-between-j18-and-j17-eastbound-broken-down-vehicle/): Location : The M4 eastbound between junctions J18 and J17 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder and lane 1 are closed. Reason : Broken down vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 12:00 and 12:15 on 10 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of three lanes closed.
- [Bryson DeChambeau snaps back at reporter in frosty Masters exchange: Rory McIlroy's rival bristles after being probed on his 3D-printed golf club following disastrous first round](https://uk-times.com/bryson-dechambeau-snaps-back-at-reporter-in-frosty-masters-exchange-rory-mcilroys-rival-bristles-after-being-probed-on-his-3d-printed-golf-club-following-disastrous-first-round/): Bryson DeChambeau bristled in a terse exchange with reporters after his disastrous first round at the Masters on Thursday.  The American, 32, had been tipped by many to contend for the green jacket over the next few days but faces a mountain to climb after finishing up on four-over-par.  Evidently frustrated with his performance over the first 18 holes, DeChambeau was agitated when fielding questions afterwards, particularly about his 3D-printed five iron.  ‘I only hit it once today,’ he said. ‘It prints in eight hours, machines in another three or four hours. Then you have to cut grooves in it,
- [I’m A Celeb’s Sinitta admits she still daydreams about ex Brad Pitt | Culture - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/im-a-celebs-sinitta-admits-she-still-daydreams-about-ex-brad-pitt-culture-uk-times/): I’m A Celebrity’s Sinitta has lifted the lid on her relationship with Brad Pitt as she reveals she still daydreams about the Hollywood star. The singer, 62, dated the actor in the late 1980s, just before he got his big break in 1991’s Thelma and Louise. Sinitta opened up on the romance on Tuesday’s (7 April) episode of the ITV reality show, where she revealed that the “mighty fine” actor was a good kisser, much to the delight and awe of her fellow campmates. She then laughed as she admitted that she sometimes closes her eyes and thinks of their
- [M6 southbound within J38 | Southbound | Congestion](https://uk-times.com/m6-southbound-within-j38-southbound-congestion/): Location : The M6 southbound at junction J38 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 10:45 and 11:00 on 10 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.
- [Domestic abuser jailed for eight years after wife took her own life - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/domestic-abuser-jailed-for-eight-years-after-wife-took-her-own-life-uk-times/): For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Lee Milne, who was convicted of causing the death of his wife, Kimberly after she took her own life following a campaign of abuse, has been jailed for eight years. This is a breaking story. More to follow…
- [UK start-up to supply interceptor missiles to UK military and Gulf partners](https://uk-times.com/uk-start-up-to-supply-interceptor-missiles-to-uk-military-and-gulf-partners/): Defence Secretary announces Cambridge Aerospace set to supply new interceptor missiles and launchers to the UK Armed Forces and Gulf partners. Interceptor missile known as ‘Skyhammer’ is designed to counter Shahed-style attack drones, with the first deliveries in May. Comes as Defence Secretary opens the London Defence Conference, bringing together international leaders and policymakers from government, military, industry, academia. The UK military and Gulf partners will be better protected against drone attacks, as a veteran-founded British start-up is set to supply new interceptor missiles.   Speaking at the London Defence Conference, Defence Secretary John Healey MP announced the Ministry of Defence intends to buy cutting-edge interceptor missiles, designed to counter Iranian Shahed-style attack drones, for the UK Armed Forces and Gulf partners. Subject to contract, the substantial first tranche of missiles and launchers will be delivered to the Ministry
- [A20 eastbound between A256 near Dover (west) and A256 near Dover (east) | Eastbound | Congestion](https://uk-times.com/a20-eastbound-between-a256-near-dover-west-and-a256-near-dover-east-eastbound-congestion/): Location : The A20 eastbound between the A256 Dover West and the junction with the A256 Dover East. Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 10:45 and 11:00 on 10 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.
- [LIVEArne Slot insists he feels backed by Liverpool bosses and fans despite questions over his future: PREMIER LEAGUE PRESS MANAGERS LIVE](https://uk-times.com/livearne-slot-insists-he-feels-backed-by-liverpool-bosses-and-fans-despite-questions-over-his-future-premier-league-press-managers-live/): After the international break and FA Cup quarter-final weekend, the Premier League returns with all 20 clubs in action across the next four days. A host of managers are taking press conferences today. Keep track of all the news here with Daily Mail Sport… Under-pressure Slot ‘feels supported’ Arne Slot insists he feels support from ownership and fans at Liverpool after a bruising week in which his side lost to Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain. It has led some to question Slot’s future with the team needing a minor miracle to overturn a two-goal deficit against the European champions in
- [A56 northbound between B6232 and A680 | Northbound | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/a56-northbound-between-b6232-and-a680-northbound-road-works/): Location : The A56 northbound between the A682 and the junction with the A680 Haslingden North . Reason : Road repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 19 April 2026 to 06:00 on 20 April 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
- [Cell therapy helps woman with three deadly autoimmune diseases make ‘remarkable’ recovery - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/cell-therapy-helps-woman-with-three-deadly-autoimmune-diseases-make-remarkable-recovery-uk-times/): Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email A woman who lived with three different life-threatening autoimmune diseases for more than a decade has made a “remarkable” recovery after a type of cell therapy reset her immune system. The 47-year-old patient, who once required daily blood infusions and needed blood-thinning medication, tried nine different treatments before receiving the cell therapy last year at University Hospital Erlangen in Germany. Within weeks, the autoimmune diseases responded to the treatment and for
- [M3 westbound between J2 and J3 | Westbound | Broken down vehicle](https://uk-times.com/m3-westbound-between-j2-and-j3-westbound-broken-down-vehicle/): Location : The M3 westbound between junctions J2 and J3 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Broken down vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 11:00 and 11:15 on 10 April 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 11:00 and 11:15 on 10 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of four lanes closed.
- [Two new appointments to UK Sea Fish Industry Authority Board ](https://uk-times.com/two-new-appointments-to-uk-sea-fish-industry-authority-board/): Two appointments have been made to the board of the UK Sea Fish Industry Authority (Seafish). Pam Vick and Paul McCourt have been appointed to the Seafish board for a first term of three years from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029. Paul McCourt has also been appointed as Audit and Risk Assurance Committee Chair. Seafish is a non-departmental public body which strives to create a sustainable, profitable future for the UK seafood industry. It offers regulatory guidance and services to all parts of the seafood industry, including catching and aquaculture, processors, importers, exporters and distributors of seafood, as well as
- [Trump posts unedited video of woman’s murder in Florida during late night Truth Social meltdown - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/trump-posts-unedited-video-of-womans-murder-in-florida-during-late-night-truth-social-meltdown-uk-times/): The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US President Donald Trump posted an unedited video of a woman being bludgeoned to death with a hammer on his Truth Social account late last night. ​ In his 335-word post, Trump claimed that he felt that he had an “obligation” to post the video of what he described as a “brutal slaying.” ​The commander-in-chief accused the suspect of being an undocumented immigrant. The post
- [A30 eastbound between A390 and A39 near Newquay (west) | Eastbound | Congestion](https://uk-times.com/a30-eastbound-between-a390-and-a39-near-newquay-west-eastbound-congestion/): Location : The A30 eastbound between the junctions with the A390 and the A39 Newquay West. Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 10:15 and 10:30 on 10 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 15 minutes against expected traffic.
- [Tyson Fury is upsetting wife Paris and dad John with boxing return - but JEFF POWELL sees a transformation into a leaner, happier fighter as he faces a Russian who wrestled a GRIZZLY BEAR](https://uk-times.com/tyson-fury-is-upsetting-wife-paris-and-dad-john-with-boxing-return-but-jeff-powell-sees-a-transformation-into-a-leaner-happier-fighter-as-he-faces-a-russian-who-wrestled-a-grizzly-bear/): An English catholic who has spent a lifetime fighting his demons and a Russian muslim who has wrestled a grizzly bear will strive to knock the living daylights out of each other in a London football ground this Saturday night. Tyson Fury will read the bible and Arslanbek Makhmudov the quran before they embark on their collision course at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The Gypsy King is making his fifth comeback of a career pockmarked by retirements in hope it will open a pathway to the pantheon of three-time world heavyweight champions. He does so at 37, having moved home from Morecambe
- [A585 northbound between M55 and B5269 | Northbound | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/a585-northbound-between-m55-and-b5269-northbound-road-works/): Location : The A585 northbound between the M55 and the junction with the A586 Great Eccleston. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 16 April 2026 to 06:00 on 17 April 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
- [Fuel shortages likely ‘for some time’ due to Iran war, IMF warns - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/fuel-shortages-likely-for-some-time-due-to-iran-war-imf-warns-uk-times/): Sign up to our free money newsletter for investment analysis and expert advice to help you build wealth Sign up to our free money email for help building your wealth Sign up to our free money email for help building your wealth Diesel and jet fuel shortages will be ongoing “for some time” due and there will be lasting economic damage even if the Iran war ceasefire holds, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned. Up to a fifth of total global oil usually passes through the Strait of Hormuz, but with the key shipping route for oil and gas
- [A585 southbound between B5269 and M55 | Southbound | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/a585-southbound-between-b5269-and-m55-southbound-road-works/): Location : The A585 southbound between the A586 Great Eccleston and the junction with the M55 . Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 16 April 2026 to 06:00 on 17 April 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
- [Lesley Manville ignites theatre debate after saying photos during curtain calls are ‘insulting’ - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/lesley-manville-ignites-theatre-debate-after-saying-photos-during-curtain-calls-are-insulting-uk-times/): Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter To snap or not to snap – that is the question: Lesley Manville has ignited an impassioned debate after criticising “insulting” theatregoers who take photos during curtain calls. According to the Olivier Award-winning star, she believes phones should be kept in pockets until after the cast have given their bows to an applauding audience. Manville, who currently stars in Les Liaisons Dangereuses at the National Theatre,
- [M20 eastbound between J4 and J5 | Eastbound | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/m20-eastbound-between-j4-and-j5-eastbound-road-works/): Location : The M20 eastbound between junctions J4 and J5 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 16 April 2026 to 06:00 on 17 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There will be two of four lanes closed.
- [Five former Premier League stars among seven footballers drawn into 'probe over smuggled Rolex and Patek Philippe watches from Andorra' after they 'purchased' the expensive items](https://uk-times.com/five-former-premier-league-stars-among-seven-footballers-drawn-into-probe-over-smuggled-rolex-and-patek-philippe-watches-from-andorra-after-they-purchased-the-expensive-items/): Seven high profile footballers have reportedly been drawn into a watch smuggling case in Andorra. Real Madrid star Dani Carvajal, Santi Cazorla, Giovani Lo Celso, Thomas Partey, Cesar Azpilicueta, Juan Bernat and Man City legend David Silva all allegedly bought watches that had reportedly been obtained through smuggling, according to Spanish outlet elDiario.es. The report states that Andorran judge Joan Carles Moynat has requested Spanish authorities help him to question the players to find out about the ‘purchase, delivery and transport’ of the watches they acquired.  The Civil Guard, one of two national law enforcement agencies in Spain, is said
- [Tyson Fury fight: Start time, undercard and how to watch Arslanbek Makhmudov clash - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/tyson-fury-fight-start-time-undercard-and-how-to-watch-arslanbek-makhmudov-clash-uk-times/): Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email For the fifth time in his boxing career, Tyson Fury is set to come out of retirement, and he will do so against Arslanbek Makhmudov this weekend. Fury, a former two-time heavyweight champion, will box Makhmudov in the Briton’s first fight since December 2024, when he was outpointed by Oleksandr Usyk for the second time in eight months. Fury, 37, is still desperate for a trilogy bout with Usyk, who
- [A34 northbound exit for A272 | Northbound | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/a34-northbound-exit-for-a272-northbound-road-works/): Location : The A34 northbound exit slip to the A272 . Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 06:00 from 12 May 2026 to 17 May 2026. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 06:00 from 27 May 2026 to 29 May 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
- [M11 southbound between J11 and J10 | Southbound | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/m11-southbound-between-j11-and-j10-southbound-road-works/): Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J11 and J10 . Lane Closures : Lane two will be closed. Reason : Barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 16 April 2026 to 05:00 on 17 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
- [Man who killed sheriff’s deputy in California dead after being run over with armoured vehicle - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/man-who-killed-sheriffs-deputy-in-california-dead-after-being-run-over-with-armoured-vehicle-uk-times/): The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US A central California sheriff’s deputy was fatally shot on Thursday morning while serving an eviction notice, leading to a prolonged standoff that concluded with authorities killing the suspect by running him over with an armoured vehicle. The incident began when Tulare County deputies attempted to serve the notice to a 60-year-old man in Porterville, approximately 240 kilometres northeast of Los Angeles. The man opened
- ['Someone check on her boyfriend!': Crystal Palace star Jean-Philippe Mateta cuddles up to TNT Sports reporter Olivia Buzaglo in hilarious post-match interview](https://uk-times.com/someone-check-on-her-boyfriend-crystal-palace-star-jean-philippe-mateta-cuddles-up-to-tnt-sports-reporter-olivia-buzaglo-in-hilarious-post-match-interview/): Crystal Palace star Jean-Philippe Mateta was seen cuddling up to TNT Sports reporter Olivia Buzaglo during a post-match interview, prompting fans to joke that someone should check on her boyfriend. Mateta and Tyrick Mitchell spoke to Buzaglo after the pair scored in Crystal Palace’s 3-0 victory over Fiorentina in the first leg of their Conference League quarter-final. The French forward scored Palace’s opener from the penalty spot, marking his first goal since a January move to AC Milan broke down over a failed medical. As the post-match interview began on TNT Sports, Mateta could be seen putting his arm around Buzaglo. ‘We are all
- [Superman actress Valerie Perrine cause of death listed as Parkinsons disease](https://uk-times.com/superman-actress-valerie-perrine-cause-of-death-listed-as-parkinsons-disease/): Valerie Perrine’s cause of death was listed as acute cardiopulmonary arrest with the underlying cause of Parkinson’s disease, according to a report. Also known as sudden cardiac arrest, the condition was confirmed on her death certificate, which was obtained by People. Dementia was also a contributing factor in the “Superman” actress’ death, according to the Los Angeles Department of Health, People reported. Perrine, who died on March 23 at 82, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2015. “It is with deep sadness that I share the heartbreaking news that Valerie has passed away,” her longtime friend, Stacey Souther, shared on social media at the time.
- [M5 southbound within J7 | Southbound | Vehicle Recovery](https://uk-times.com/m5-southbound-within-j7-southbound-vehicle-recovery/): Location : The M5 southbound at junction J7 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder and lane 1 are closed. Reason : Load recovery. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 11:15 and 11:30 on 10 April 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 11:15 and 11:30 on 10 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of three lanes closed.
- [From ‘EES minus’ to ‘EES plus’ – this is the inconsistent reality of Europe’s border lottery - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/from-ees-minus-to-ees-plus-this-is-the-inconsistent-reality-of-europes-border-lottery-uk-times/): Get Travel Insider with Simon Calder. A newsletter packed with tips, deals, inspiration, and the latest travel news Get the Travel Insider newsletter with Simon Calder Get the Travel Insider newsletter with Simon Calder The article below is an excerpt from Simon Calder’s travel newsletter. To get the latest from Simon delivered straight to your inbox, simply enter your email address in the box above. Six months ago, I was looking forward to this moment: being able to tell you that, as of Friday 10 April 2026, the EU entry-exit system is in full operation across all Schengen area frontiers,
- [M25 J6 clockwise exit | Clockwise | Congestion](https://uk-times.com/m25-j6-clockwise-exit-clockwise-congestion/): Location : The M25 clockwise exit slip at junction J6 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 09:15 and 09:30 on 10 April 2026. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic.
- [‘You are my god’: Deep Purple thrill Japan’s superfan prime minister with flying visit - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/you-are-my-god-deep-purple-thrill-japans-superfan-prime-minister-with-flying-visit-uk-times/): On The Ground newsletter: Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly international news dispatch British rock legends Deep Purple made a special visit to one of their most high-profile fans, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, during their return to the country they first toured over 50 years ago. Ms Takaichi, known for her passion for hard rock and heavy metal and her skills as an amateur drummer, has long cited Deep Purple among her favourite bands, alongside Black Sabbath and Iron Maiden. During the brief encounter, a visibly
- [A1 southbound between A6105 and A698 | Southbound | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/a1-southbound-between-a6105-and-a698-southbound-road-works/): Location : The A1 southbound between the junctions with the A6105 and the A698 . Reason : Emergency barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 10 April 2026 to 06:00 on 11 April 2026. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 20:00 and 06:00 from 12 April 2026 to 16 April 2026. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
- [American golf great Jack Nicklaus, 86, opens up on health battle after worrying Masters appearance](https://uk-times.com/american-golf-great-jack-nicklaus-86-opens-up-on-health-battle-after-worrying-masters-appearance/): Jack Nicklaus absolutely shanked his ceremonial tee shot at The Masters on Thursday morning, leading the Golden Bear to explain he hasn’t been playing due to a recent surgery. Nicklaus, 86, told reporters in Augusta he underwent carpal tunnel surgery, which prevented him from hitting the links leading up to his annual tournament opener. In fact, he later admitted, he only played once all of last year and followed that with a single round in February. ‘I don’t know. I was a little worried. I had carpal tunnel surgery about five, six weeks ago,’ Nicklaus said. ‘I was worried about
- [Wayne Rooney Podcast: Luke Littler on being number one | Manchester News](https://uk-times.com/wayne-rooney-podcast-luke-littler-on-being-number-one-manchester-news/): Wayne Rooney and Luke Littler both know what it is like to be thrust into the limelight at a young age. A 16-year-old Rooney made the world sit up and take notice when he scored a stunning late winner for Everton against Arsenal in 2002. At 18, he joined Manchester United in a £27m move, and by the time he was 21 he was a Premier League champion. Darts world number one Littler was also 16 when he burst on to the scene by reaching the final of the 2024 World Championship. He won both the Premier League and World
- [M32 northbound between J2 and J1 | Northbound | Broken down vehicle](https://uk-times.com/m32-northbound-between-j2-and-j1-northbound-broken-down-vehicle/): Location : The M32 northbound between junctions J2 and J1 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder and lane 1 are closed. Reason : Broken down vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 09:30 and 09:45 on 10 April 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 09:30 and 09:45 on 10 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed.
- [RSPB reveals fatal reason why you should take down bird feeders this summer - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/rspb-reveals-fatal-reason-why-you-should-take-down-bird-feeders-this-summer-uk-times/): Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Concerns are mounting over the health of the UK’s greenfinch and starling populations, as new data from the RSPB’s long-running Big Garden Birdwatch reveals significant long-term declines. The popular starling has hit record low numbers for the second consecutive year, experiencing a further 3.0% drop in this year’s survey. The RSPB highlights an alarming 85.1% reduction in their population since the citizen science scheme began in 1979. While greenfinches saw
- [A5103 southbound exit for B5166/B5167 | Southbound | Road Works](https://uk-times.com/a5103-southbound-exit-for-b5166-b5167-southbound-road-works/): Location : The A5103 southbound. Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Emergency roadside drains works are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 14 April 2026 to 06:00 on 15 April 2026. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
- [Nuno Espirito Santo was spurned by Nottingham Forest and Tottenham, but his West Ham side could see him serve up Premier League relegation revenge, writes IAN HERBERT](https://uk-times.com/nuno-espirito-santo-was-spurned-by-nottingham-forest-and-tottenham-but-his-west-ham-side-could-see-him-serve-up-premier-league-relegation-revenge-writes-ian-herbert/): He displayed a marked air of dignity when Tottenham sacked him after a mere four months in 2021, but Nuno Espirito Santo’s quiet method of delivery for the latest of a carousel of Premier League clubs could deliver a grievous kind of injury to his old North London employers on Friday night. It has by no means been a straight trajectory for him at West Ham, where a bleak, ten-game winless run in the depths of winter had the 3-0 defeat at Wolves at its nadir. ‘Embarrassing. I don’t recall one day that I felt as bad on a football
- [Inside Arsenal’s title doubts – and what will make the difference in Man City race - UK Times](https://uk-times.com/inside-arsenals-title-doubts-and-what-will-make-the-difference-in-man-city-race-uk-times/): Join the Miguel Delaney: Inside Football newsletter and get behind-the-scenes access and unrivalled insight Join the Miguel Delaney: Inside Football newsletter Join the Miguel Delaney: Inside Football newsletter As the Arsenal players returned to the dressing room in Sporting’s Estadio Jose Alvalade, the Kai Havertz version of Shakira’s “Waka Waka” could be heard in celebration of the German’s winner. Mikel Arteta’s squad have a relatable tendency to belt out supporter chants after especially joyous victories, of which there have been a few this season. Those wins also feel all the more special because there have been a fair few moments

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