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    Afternoon briefing Thursday 25th July

    enJuly 25, 2024
    What discounts does Wayfair offer during their sale?
    Who has been suspended in the UK and why?
    What is Ed Miliband's plan regarding offshore wind turbines?
    Who is competing to become the next Conservative leader?
    What event led to a man being charged with attempted murder?

    Podcast Summary

    • Wayfair Sale, UK News, Energy, PoliticsWayfair offers up to 80% off home items, UK officer suspended for excessive force, Ed Miliband plans new wind turbines, Robert Jenrick joins Conservative leadership race

      Wayfair's Black Friday in July sale is offering significant discounts of up to 80% on various home items, including living room updates, home decor, and outdoor products, with surprise flash deals and free shipping. Meanwhile, in the UK, an officer has been suspended after a video showed him using excessive force on a man at Manchester Airport, leading to public debate on police procedures. Elsewhere, Ed Miliband has announced plans to build new offshore wind turbines through a publicly owned energy company, Great British Energy, with the goal of increasing energy security and potentially stabilizing energy prices. Lastly, former immigration minister Robert Jenrick has entered the race to become the next Conservative leader, joining James Cleverley and Tom Tuchenhagen in the contest.

    • Withdrawal from ECHRRishi Sunak is open to withdrawing the UK from the European Convention on Human Rights if it benefits the British people, amid rising prison population and crowded conditions.

      Boris Johnson's potential successor, Rishi Sunak, has expressed his readiness to withdraw the UK from the European Convention on Human Rights if it's in the best interest of the British people. This comes as the prison population in England and Wales hits record highs, with over a quarter of inmates held in crowded conditions. Elsewhere, a man has been charged with attempted murder after stabbing an army officer, and Sir Andy Murray has withdrawn from the Olympic tennis singles to focus on the doubles and prepare for retirement. In other news, Wayfair's Black Friday in July sale is offering significant discounts on various home and outdoor items, with free shipping and flash deals available for a limited time.

    • Wayfair's Black Friday in July saleWayfair's summer sale offers Black Friday-level discounts on home decor and furniture, allowing consumers to upgrade their living spaces during the season

      Wayfair is offering Black Friday-level discounts during their "Black Friday in July" sale, which runs from now until July 29th. This is an excellent opportunity for shoppers to save on home decor and furniture, as Wayfair caters to every style and type of home. This summer sale allows consumers to upgrade their living spaces while still enjoying the season, without having to wait until the traditional post-holiday shopping event. So, if you've been eyeing that perfect accent chair or longing for a new kitchen gadget, now might be the perfect time to make your purchase and save some money in the process.

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