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Barclays customers faced financial chaos as a major outage disrupted the bank's services, leaving users unable to access accounts, make payments, or check wages. Over 3,000 complaints were reported, with mobile and online banking being the most affected, sparking frustration among customers. Barclays apologized for the inconvenience and directed customers to their website for updates on the ongoing technical issues. Full Article

A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found a correlation between coffee consumption and reduced risk of dementia, particularly with unsweetened caffeinated coffee. Participants who drank coffee were at least 34% less likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease and related diseases, 37% less likely to develop Parkinson’s disease, and 47% less likely to die from a neurodegenerative disease. The study suggests that consuming unsweetened and caffeinated coffee may have protective effects on the...

A 17-year-old Dublin boy, who cannot be named, pleaded guilty to driving a stolen car, endangering lives, and dangerous driving after a dramatic incident on the M50 where he performed handbrake turns, drove the wrong way on slip roads, and sped against traffic. The teen narrowly avoided colliding with a Garda vehicle and caused other motorists to take evasive action. Despite multiple bail breaches, he was not remanded in custody due to a lack of...

Getty Images discusses the phenomenon of having a big appetite at night, attributing it to our Circadian rhythm and historical need to maximize caloric intake. Research suggests that cravings for high-sugar and high-starch foods peak in the evening, while hunger levels are lowest in the morning. To reduce nighttime cravings, experts recommend getting enough sleep, planning meals, eating enough protein, and avoiding eating close to bedtime. Full Article

During the search for missing sisters Henrietta and Eliza Huszti in Aberdeen, Scotland, a body has been found in the River Dee near Queen Elizabeth Bridge. The identity of the body has not been confirmed, and police are continuing their investigation. The sisters, last seen on January 7 at Victoria Bridge, sent a text message indicating they would not be returning to their flat, and their personal belongings were later found there, sparking concerns and...

Labour leader Keir Starmer criticized the Tory immigration bill for undermining the modern slavery framework, which protects vulnerable individuals from exploitation. While Labour opposed the bill in the past, the new legislation retains some controversial measures, including banning asylum seekers from claiming protection under modern slavery laws. Critics argue that these changes could increase trafficking and modern slavery in the UK, as the government aims to crack down on people smuggling gangs responsible for migrants...