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A popular, plain-speaking mayor enters the week talked up as a future leader — and is doing little to dampen that speculation himself.

The companies' struggles reflect the challenges for European manufacturers, who are faced with intense competition from Chinese rivals and a slowing economy that's dampening demand for luxury cars.

However, Next expects sales growth to slow sharply due the economy outlook and dampened consumer spending.

Kilmeade’s apology may dampen calls for his removal, but critics say the incident underscores the need for more responsible rhetoric from media figures with large platforms.

Many younger voters have told the BBC that these continuous problems have dampened enthusiasm for the elections.