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Majestic Wine is in advanced talks to buy Vagabond Wines, the London-based chain that filed notice of its intention to appoint administrators earlier this month.Sky News has learnt that Majestic, which is owned by Fortress Investment Group, could strike a deal to buy Vagabond within days. The deal would add roughly a dozen wine bars to Majestic’s portfolio, as well as an urban winery located at Battersea Power Station.Vagabond was launched in Fulham, southwest London, by Stephen Finch in 2010.Money latest: Washing powder ‘shrinkflation’ exposed by shopper Its bars allow oenophiles to order more than 100 wines by the glass…

Intermittent fasting may radically increase the risk of death due to cardiovascular disease, according to a new study.The study by researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine in China looked at intermittent fasting, a popular diet pattern that limits eating to a specific number of hours each day, which may range from a 4- to 12-hour time window in 24 hours. Past research has suggested such eating patterns can help people lose weight and lower their blood pressure, but this study found people who followed a pattern of eating all their food across less than eight hours per…

Stricter guidelines for the classification of 12A or 12 rated films are to be introduced, amid concerns about the levels of sex or nudity in some movies.The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) also said a higher rating may be required for bad language with sexual or misogynistic connotations. However, the organisation said it would take a “less restrictive” approach to depictions of cannabis use in the future – while maintaining its current standards on other drugs.It comes after research carried out by the BBFC found people were concerned by the “level of sexual detail, nudity and the duration of…

Britain’s biggest high street lenders have pledged to upgrade dozens of shared banking hubs and commit to more than 100 new locations amid a growing political row over access to cash.Sky News has learnt that Bim Afolami, the City minister, convened a group of industry stakeholders and MPs on Monday to discuss urgent improvements to roughly 40 existing hubs across the country. The banks have now pledged to identify 225 locations for hubs by the end of the year, up from 11.The facilities are designed to enable continued consumer access to cash amid a deluge of bank branch closures across…

Aaron Taylor-Johnson is set to be the next James Bond, according to reports.Famous for roles in films such as Kick-Ass and Avengers: Age Of Ultron, the 33-year-old actor is apparently yet to officially accept the iconic part, but a source told The Sun: “Bond is Aaron’s job, should he wish to accept it.” The source added: “The formal offer is on the table and they are waiting to hear back.”Eon Productions, which produces the Bond films, is also said to be preparing to shoot a new 007 movie, with a script now being worked on.The Sun’s source added: “As far…

EasyJet has opened its first new UK base in 12 years, claiming that additional competition could help bring down fares for passengers.The no-frills carrier is basing aircraft at Birmingham Airport for the first time, creating 140 jobs for pilots and crew. The three planes there will operate on 16 new routes from this summer.Destinations will include Antalya in Turkey, the Greek island of Kos, and Sharm el Sheikh in Egypt.Money latest: Primark adding stickers to bags to clamp down on theft The airline said it would also increase frequencies on its existing network, which includes flights to and from Birmingham…

Liz Hurley’s son has said there is nothing “controversial” about the bikini shots he takes for his mother’s beachwear line, insisting it is all just part of being in showbusiness.Speaking alongside his mother in an interview with Access Hollywood, 21-year-old model Damian Hurley said: “People find this really controversial. Showbusiness has been a fundamental part of my entire life. “So, to us, it’s not a thing, it’s just part of business. She takes my photos, I take hers.”On the combined family effort involved in her fashion brand, Elizabeth Hurley Beach, the 58-year-old model and actress said: “Who likes being photographed…

Ian King speaks to Fhaheen Khan from Make UK about new research that’s shown manufacturers are facing the prospect of two years of “anaemic growth”. And Tim Bannister from Rightmove joins the show to talk about new evidence of a revival in the housing market.Listen and subscribe to The Ian King Business Podcast here. Source link

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New Star Wars coins have been unveiled by the Royal Mint, with the latest collection including the Millennium Falcon and Death Star.The famous sci-fi ship may be coming to a wallet or purse near you as it lands on a 50p coin. It follows on from the initial success of the first Star Wars coin series, with the new one dedicated to the franchise’s vehicles.The first series of coins featured some of Star Wars’ most famous characters, including Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader.The Millennium Falcon, the TIE Fighter, X-Wing, and Death Star II will all make it onto the new…