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We’ve had an early look at Lidl’s Black Friday deals as the budget supermarket announces major savings on big name brands including KitchenAid, Russell Hobbs and NinjaAn early look at the huge Lidl middle aisle Black Friday savings coming up(Image: Mirror)Black Friday is only two weeks away, and Lidl’s mega middle aisle savings are officially on the horizon. This year’s deals are already shaping up to be some of the most exciting we’ve seen so far.Shoppers can expect a mix of big-name brands, home upgrades, clever kitchen essentials and a few unexpected must-haves, of course, all at the wallet-friendly prices…

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.Jaguar Land Rover has suffered deep losses after a devastating cyber attack shut down vehicle production for more than a month and led to a slowdown in the UK economy. The British carmaker, owned by India’s Tata Motors, resumed key parts of its UK production in early October after the August 31 hack put pressure on its vast supply chain involving about 200,000 workers. The company on Friday said vehicle production had now returned to “normal levels”. For the July to September quarter,…

The rollback has reduced the number of products under mandatory QCOs to 744, down from 761, when the Centre had earlier targeted bringing more than 700 additional products under compulsory standards in FY26. The move stands out because it coincides with a renewed public push by the Centre for quality-driven manufacturing. At Udyog Samagam 2025, commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal reiterated that QCOs remain central to India’s efforts to ensure that high-quality, globally competitive products reach consumers. As India is on the verge of becoming a global manufacturing hub, meeting international quality standards and adapting to global norms will…

In an era where insurance fraud drains billions from the global economy annually, a groundbreaking study by researchers Chetan Sasidhar Ravi introduces advanced hybrid machine learning (ML) techniques that could revolutionise how insurers spot and prevent fraudulent claims. Published in ThinkAI by Springer, the research demonstrates how combining multiple ML models can achieve up to 90% accuracy in detecting fraud, offering a powerful tool for the industry to safeguard finances and protect honest policyholders.The Growing Threat of Insurance FraudInsurance fraud is a classic rare event problem. Claims arrive in volume, the signals that matter are few, and the cost of…

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.With bullion at record highs, many designers are turning constraint into creativity and increasingly looking to semi-fine jewellery as a space for innovation and a commercial opportunity.At Tomfoolery London, creative director Laura Kay has witnessed a strong resurgence in statement pieces. Customers are drawn to bold, futuristic designs that would be out of reach in solid gold. The store’s in-house Pebble line, made in silver with gold-plated finishes and stones such as prehnite and rutilated quartz, bridges the gap between craft and…

Russia’s Black Sea port of Novorossiysk, a key outlet for Russian commodity shipments, suspended oil exports on Friday after what authorities said was a major Ukrainian drone attack, two industry sources told Reuters. The attack, one of the biggest on Russian oil-exporting infrastructure in recent months, comes after Ukraine in August stepped up strikes on Russian oil refineries in an attempt to degrade Moscow’s ability to finance its war. Long-range Ukrainian air and sea drone strikes have repeatedly disrupted Russian oil infrastructure this year, targeting Baltic and Black Sea ports, a trunk pipeline system, and a number of oil refineries.…

Chart patterns are essential tools in technical analysis that help traders identify potential market movements and make informed trading decisions. These patterns form on price charts as a result of market psychology and the collective behavior of traders. By recognizing these formations, traders can anticipate potential breakouts, reversals, and continuations in price action. Understanding chart patterns is crucial for anyone serious about technical trading, whether in stocks, forex, commodities, or cryptocurrencies. Understanding the Foundation of Chart Patterns Before diving into specific patterns, it’s important to understand that chart patterns represent the visual manifestation of supply and demand dynamics. When buyers…

With a presence in more than 60 countries and over 80 agents worldwide, GLB has quickly become one of the fastest-growing names in metal additive manufacturing. Based in Jiangsu, China, the company combines independently developed selective laser melting (SLM) systems with full in-house R&D and production, offering industrial-grade performance at a competitive cost. As Formnext 2025 approaches, GLB is preparing to unveil its new GLB-400M, an industrial-grade metal 3D printer designed to make high-performance manufacturing more affordable and accessible. We spoke with the company’s founder to learn more about GLB’s journey, its mission to empower manufacturers worldwide, and what to expect…

Candidates for the 2026 New Mexico Land Commissioner’s race are expected to participate in a public forum in Las Cruces on Nov. 19.The nonpartisan forum is scheduled for 6 p.m. at Las Cruces Centennial High School auditorium located at 1950 Sonoma Ranch Blvd. It is organized by Audubon Society, Friends of the Organ Mountains – Desert Peaks, the Mesilla Valley Fly Fishers and Trout Unlimited Gila/Rio Grande Chapter.Democrats Matthew McQueen, Jonas Moya and Juan Sanchez, as well as Republican Michael Perry are scheduled to appear.McQueen is an attorney and has represented Sandoval and Santa Fe counties in New Mexico’s House…

Gold and silver prices inched higher on Friday (November 14), extending a strong week for precious metals as a weaker US dollar and uncertainty around Federal Reserve policy kept safe-haven demand firm. However, hawkish comments from Fed officials and fading expectations of a December rate cut capped some of the upside.Spot gold traded 0.4% higher at $4,188.93 per ounce as of 0200 GMT, taking weekly gains to about 4.8% an ounce. US gold futures for December delivery held steady at $4,191.90 an ounce.In India, gold prices stood at ₹12,866 per gram (24K), ₹11,791 per gram (22K) and ₹9,648 per gram…