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UK Manufacturing Faces Turbulent Times Amid Trade Challenges

British manufacturers are grappling with a challenging economic landscape as trade uncertainties and rising costs weigh heavily on the sector. The S&P Global UK Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for manufacturing fell to 44.9 in March, marking its lowest point since October 2023. This decline reflects a contraction in activity, with new export orders dropping at the fastest rate since August 2023. The downturn has been attributed to multiple factors, including the threat of tariffs from the United States, increased payroll taxes, and a rise in the national minimum wage. Smaller manufacturers have been hit particularly hard, with many reporting a decline in new orders and reduced business optimism. Only 44% of manufacturers expect output to increase over the coming year, a significant drop from 56% in the previous month. Geopolitical tensions and economic slowdowns in key markets such as the US and Europe have further compounded the challenges. Despite these headwinds, the servic...

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Tragedy Strikes: Israeli Airstrike Claims 18 Lives in Gaza Strip


In a devastating incident, an Israeli airstrike in the Gaza Strip resulted in the loss of at least 18 lives from the same family. The strike targeted a house and an adjacent warehouse that were sheltering displaced people at the entrance to Zawaida town. 

Despite ongoing mediation efforts for a cease-fire, the violence continues to escalate, leaving families shattered and communities in mourning. Our hearts go out to those affected by this tragedy. 

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