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"This was just putting so much pressure on family farms that I feel that this is such a great relief to them – especially before Christmas."

From BBC

A former presenter has recalled Chris Rea asking for his song to be played on radio before he signed a recording contract.

From BBC

It was unusual for invading forces to take civilians to Russia before establishing a firm presence in occupied territory, he added.

From BBC

Kosovo and Serbia need to "normalise" their relations, Kosovo's Prime Minister Albin Kurti told AFP Wednesday, several days before legislative elections where he is seeking to extend his term.

From Barron's

But economists expect that households will experience another uptick before inflation resumes a more sustained fall.

From Barron's