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As of September 19, 2024, mortgage rates have fallen to 6.09%, the lowest since February 2023, following a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. This decline is reviving buyer interest, although home prices are rising due to low inventory. Experts predict continued activity as rates may drop further.
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The UK government, under Energy Secretary Ed Miliband, is advocating for rapid deployment of renewable energy infrastructure, citing national security and economic justice. This includes plans for wind turbines, solar farms, and new pylons, despite public concerns about environmental impacts and infrastructure changes.
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Alex Hutton, 19, was sentenced to over five years for a racially motivated assault on a trans woman in Swansea. The attack, which involved mixed martial arts moves, was driven by Hutton's extremist views, including racism and homophobia. He had a history of terror-related offenses and was previously convicted under the Terrorism Act.
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Two separate light aircraft crashes occurred in the UK over the weekend, resulting in one pilot's death in Derbyshire and a male passenger hospitalized in Essex. Investigations by the Air Accidents Investigation Branch are underway for both incidents.
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The UK is facing severe weather warnings for heavy rain and thunderstorms, particularly affecting southern and central England and Wales. The Met Office has predicted rainfall amounts of up to 100mm, leading to potential flooding and travel disruptions. Alerts remain in place until Sunday evening, with ongoing monitoring for further developments.