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A snowy blast – called “the Beast from the East” – is causing havoc for commuters as train operators limit or cancel services and forecasters predict disruption to roads. Temperatures colder than the Arctic Circle could been seen in some parts of the country as the extreme weather continues into the week. The Met Office warned of “heavy snow showers” and said travel delays on roads were “likely” with some people being left stranded as a result. A spokesman said: “Some delays and cancellations to rail and air travel are likely. There is a good chance that some rural communities…

A group representing Ryanair pilots has called on chief executive Michael O’Leary to quit, claiming it is “inevitable” the airline is facing more costly cancellations. In its letter, the European Employee Representative Council (EERC) – an unofficial body representing mostly pilots based on the continent – tells him the no-frills carrier has failed to stem an exodus of pilots to rivals. Ryanair faced down a wave of anger before Christmas by saying it would, for the first time in its history, recognise unions. While that climbdown averted the prospect of strikes during the crucial festive season, the airline has only…

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 21, 2018—Evangelist Billy Graham died today at 7:46 a.m. at his home in Montreat. He was 99. Throughout his life, Billy Graham preached the gospel of Jesus Christ to some 215 million people who attended one of his more than 400 Crusades, simulcasts and evangelistic rallies in more than 185 countries and territories. He reached millions more through TV, video, film, the internet and 34 books. Born Nov. 7, 1918, four days before the armistice ended World War I, William Franklin “Billy” Graham Jr. grew up during the Depression and developed a work ethic that would carry…

Investment in Irish technology companies had its second strongest performance in more than a decade last year – as the presence of multi-national companies continues to transform the capital. Google, Facebook & Twitter are just some of the recognisable names with European headquarters’ in the Grand Canal Dock area of Dublin, otherwise known as Silicon Docks. Ireland’s low corporate tax rate has long made it an attractive hub for them but the start-up scene there is also thriving. Some €458m was invested in the Republic in 2017, according to figures by PitchBook. Figures from The Irish Venture Capital Association showed…

More than £2bn of old-style £10 notes are still in circulation with less than two weeks before the deadline when they can no longer be accepted in UK shops. The Bank of England has said the withdrawal rates of the notes, which feature Charles Darwin, is “broadly as expected” ahead of the cut off point on 1 March. On that date, the paper £10 will cease to be legal tender and will be completely replaced by the polymer version, which features Jane Austen. Anyone with older notes beyond that date will still be able to exchange them at the Bank…

The Prime Minister is set to admit students in England face one of “most expensive systems of university tuition in the world” as she announces a wide-ranging review of funding for further and higher education. In a speech on Monday afternoon, Theresa May will say the system of variable tuition fees for university degrees has failed to create the “competitive market” originally envisaged. Mrs May is expected to challenge the “outdated attitude” towards technical qualifications, saying many graduates with academic degrees end up questioning their value relative to the size of the debt accrued and the high interest rates on…

Theresa May has called for a new security treaty with the EU after Brexit, warning against “deep-seated ideology” from Brussels scuppering a deal. The Prime Minister said both sides had to do “whatever is most practical and pragmatic” to protect citizens. She was speaking at the annual Munich security conference in Germany in a bid to convince world leaders that Britain is not retreating from the global stage. Mrs May put the success of past security cooperation at the heart of her speech on Saturday, praising cooperation between UK and EU agencies in thwarting deadly terror attacks. “Europe’s security is…

Donald Trump has praised emergency services for their “incredible” work after visiting some of those wounded in the mass school shooting in Florida. The US President and First Lady Melania met with survivors of the shooting at Broward Health North Hospital, where he described the carnage as “very sad”. Asked if he had talked with the victims, Mr Trump told reporters: “I did indeed, and it’s very sad something like that could happen.” Mr Trump had earlier tweeted he would meet with people “whose lives have been totally shattered”. The President also met with law enforcement officials at the Broward…

Cyril Ramaphosa has been sworn in as the new President of South Africa after his predecessor Jacob Zuma finally relinquished power. He took the oath of office in Cape Town following his election in parliament earlier in the day. The former trade union official said fighting corruption and mismanagement of public services would be his administration’s top priorities. One of the first things he pledged to do was meet with other political party leaders “so we can try and find a way of working together”. The ANC leader faced a walk-out by the socialist Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), who tried…

Uber saw annual losses balloon to $4.5bn (£3.2bn) last year though its performance improved in the final quarter of 2017, the ride-hailing app revealed. The 61% increase in losses for the fast-expanding and controversial company came at the same time as revenues surged by 85% to $37bn. The figures cover a troubled year for the company as it faced sexual harassment claims and saw the departure of senior executives including its boss, co-founder Travis Kalanick, and a battle to continue operating in London. For the last three months of the year, Uber was in the red by $1.1bn, down from…