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1. Intertek set to accept higher £9.4bn approach from Swedish bidder

   The so-called final proposal comes after Intertek has rebuffed three previous approaches from EQT.

2. Swinney says he rescued SNP from ‘enormous peril’ after 2024 election result

   Mr Swinney said that the party was ‘in danger of collapse’ when he became First Minister.

3. London politics LIVE: Streeting confronts Starmer in No10 as unions ditch PM on King's Speech day

   Prime Minister and Cabinet rival hold 19-minute showdown as unions demand new Labour leader

4. From goals to gameplay: why Michael Owen is backing smarter online casino choices

   Inside legendary footballer Michael Owen's newest role as a responsible gambling ambassador

5. Paul Chuckle ‘delighted’ to take part in National Theatre tour

   The 78-year-old will star in The Rise And Fall Of Little Voice until January.

6. Streeting visits Starmer at No 10 for crunch talks as unions pull support

   The Health Secretary is seen as one of the Prime Minister’s key rivals.

7. Arsenal Champions League final kit confirmed as historic decision made

   Decision confirmed ahead of European showdown on May 30

8. World Cup 2026: Every confirmed squad so far and expected release dates in full

   Summer tournament fast approaching as title hopefuls begin to reveal team sheets

9. Business news shorts: Dua Lipa sues Samsung for £11m, what next for British Steel, and airlines slash prices

   Dua Lipa sues Samsung for £11m, what next for British Steel, and airlines slash prices to lure worried holidaymakers: this week’s business news in brief

10. Strictly pro Johannes Radebe 'set for unique hosting role alongside Emma Willis' after 'incredible audition'

    The 39-year-old South African dancer - who joined Strictly in 2018 - ‘impressed bosses with his chemistry tests’