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Gove attacks 'distorting' social media after animal sentience row

Michael Gove questions the role of "raw and authentic" Twitter voices in debates on animal welfare.

Amazon workers on strike in Italy and Germany

Employees disrupt one of the retailer's busiest shopping days in disputes over pay and conditions.

Manchester United v Brighton & Hove Albion: match preview

In the pre-game press conference José Mourinho highlighted that Manchester United’s three Premier League matches in the coming eight days are crucial to his side’s title challenge. First up are Chris Hughton’s Brighton whose position in ninth suggests they are no pushovers. Winning is imperative for Mourinho’s side given the eight-point deficit to Manchester City. Jamie Jackson Kick-off Saturday 3pm Continue reading... from Football | The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/football/2017/nov/24/manchester-united-brighton-match-preview

Black Friday damp squib

Not everywhere was as busy as predicted on Black Friday.

China cuts import tariffs on almost 200 consumer goods

Import tariffs have been cut from 17.3% to 7.7% on a range of goods from whisky to cashmere clothing.

Crystal Palace v Stoke City: match preview

It may not yet be December, but it feels as if crunch time is already upon Crystal Palace. Roy Hodgson has overseen significantly improved performances over his side’s past five matches, yet the team have still won only once all term and are adrift at the foot playing catch-up from that wretched start. Stoke City, who have not won at Selhurst Park in a decade and are enduring their own inconsistencies, must surely be overcome if Palace’s confidence is to be bolstered before Tuesday’s derby at Brighton. This may be the time to fling Christian Benteke back into the fray from the start. Dominc Fifield Kick-off Saturday 3pm Continue reading... from Football | The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/football/2017/nov/24/crystal-palace-stoke-city-match-preview

Call to regulate video game loot boxes over gambling concerns

Greater use of loot boxes in games has drawn criticism and scrutiny from politicians and regulators