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AN ICONIC car brand on the “brink of collapse” has faced another blow after shares plummet.

The Japanese carmaker pleaded for Elon Musk to come to the rescue after a failed merger, but the Tesla boss refused to step in.

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Nissan faces another blow after a failed multi-billion pound merger and a rejection from Tesla[/caption]

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Elon Musk makes it clear on X he has no interest in buying up Nissan’s US factories[/caption]

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The major Japanese car manufacturer’s shares dropped after Musk refused to step in[/caption]

Shares of Nissan Motor dropped by as much as 10 per cent, according to Bloomberg, leaving the manufacturing giant in the lurch.

The firm already cut 9,000 jobs globally and its CEO Makoto Uchida took a 50 per cent pay cut in a bid to keep the company afloat.

It started to struggle after “not keeping up with the times” in terms of the soaring popularity of hybrid electric vehicles.

Uchida said: “We weren’t able to foresee that hybrid electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids would be so popular.”

Nissan was part of an alliance with Mitsubishi and Renault, formed in 1999 but this partnership now appears to be at risk of falling apart.

If this happens, Nissan may need to seek out other forms of financial support in the next year.

Its factories in Tennessee and Mississippi held around one million cars but these dropped to 525,000 vehicles last year.

The carmaker was given “12 or 14 months to survive” and was forced to discuss a multi-billion pound merger with their rival Honda.

Lengthy conversations were had between Uchida and Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe but their relationship broke as merger talks developed.

Mibe reportedly asked Uchida to resign from his position before any further discussions, according to those close to the Nissan boss.

The Honda CEO was said to be frustrated by Nissan’s money problems and lack of speed, leading to the nearly £50billion merger being axed.

Uchida is claimed to have indicated he would like to remain in his position desire until 2026 but recent pressure from board members could lead to a change of plan.

Desperate for investors, Nissan turned to business mogul and Senior Advisor to the President of the United States Elon Musk for help.

It was hoped the Tesla leader would swoop in and snap up the Japanese company’s US factories, stablising Nissan’s position.

When a Financial Times article revealed that a high-level Japanese was hoping Tesla would invest, Nissan’s shares jumped by 9.5 per cent.

However, Musk made it clear he has no intention of stepping in as the firm’s saviour.

While he didn’t explicitly decline Nissan’s proposal, he responded to the Financial Times report on X and directed readers to his own designs instead.

On X, he shared: “The Tesla factory IS the product.

“The Cybercab production line is like nothing else in the automotive industry.”

Now that Musk has shown he’s not interested, Nissan’s stocks have plunged by 10 per cent – the most in three weeks.

Nissan remains one of the biggest car automotive firms in the world but industry insiders reveal it is now open to mergers with other car or tech manufacturers.

It’s speculated that Taiwanese electronic company Foxconn, also known for building iPhones for Apple, might be next in line to buy up shares.

A TOP-rated family pub is set to close permanently in days leaving locals and punters devastated.

The Sportsman, on the outskirts of Watford, Hertfordshire, will welcome in customers for the last time later this week.

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The Sportsman in Watford is closing its doors for good in days[/caption]

The boozer will close for good on Friday, February 28, as reported by the Watford Observer.

Locals and punters have been left devastated after finding out the boozer will shutter its doors to the public within days.

It comes with streams of positive reviews on Google including one branding it a “proper pub”,

The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) also describes the pub as “family-run with friendly, welcoming, service”.

Posting on Facebook about the closure, one customer said: “Gutted to hear this.”

Another added: “So sad to see another one bite the dust.”

A third dejectedly commented: “The only decent pub in the area. The rest are restaurants where pubs used to be.”

The closure of The Sportsman comes after Wetherspoons closed one of its pubs, The Colombia Press, in Watford.

A host of historic pubs have shuttered across the UK in recent months too.

The Ye Olde Swiss Cottage, in north west London, shut earlier this month to the disappointment of loyal customers.

The Abbot’s Fireside near Canterbury, which had been in business since the reign of Henry VIII, also closed for good earlier this year.

Meanwhile, London boozer Dogstar shut at the end of 2024 after 150 years.

PUBS CLOSING ACROSS UK

The wider pub sector is coming under increasing pressure as hundreds of venues close for good.

The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) recently published figures which said around six pubs shut their doors for good every week last year, resulting in around 4,500 job losses.

The trade body found 289 pubs across England and Wales pulled their last pints in 2024.

The figures revealed London was the most-impacted area, with the capital seeing 34 sites shut for good across the year.

The latest data means the number of pubs in England and Wales has plummeted from 47,613 in 2019 to 45,345 in 2024 – a drop of 2,268.

A map built by The Sun reveals the locations hit hardest by pub closures in 2024.

The closures come as businesses face higher energy bills and with households’ finances squeezed.

Meanwhile, the BBPA is warning more pub closures could be on the horizon due to the upcoming hike in employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs) and national minimum wage.

The trade body has warned that the cumulative impact of the Autumn Budget will create an extra £650 million in costs for the sector, worsening the outlook for publicans.

Many are also bracing for a planned reduction in the business rates discount for hospitality, leisure and retail firms from 75% to 40%.

Emma McClarkin, chief executive of the BBPA, said: “The scale of these closures is completely avoidable because pubs are doing a brisk trade.

“Consumer demand is there, however, profits are being wiped out with sky high bills and pubs are facing yet more rates and costs come April.

“We’re right behind Labour’s mission to supercharge growth and can deliver this economic boost across the UK, but only if it is easier for pubs to keep their doors open.”

CONTROVERSY has seemed to follow Jose Mourinho throughout his career.

The Special One is currently causing a stir in Turkey, where he coaches Fenerbahce.

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Jose Mourinho is in hot water at Fenerbahce after being accused of racism[/caption]

Following a 0-0 draw with fierce rivals Galatasaray, the Portuguese tactician has been accused of making “racist statements”.

Former Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham boss Mourinho claimed after the stalemate that Galatasaray had tried to get one of his team booked early on.

He told a press conference that “everyone on the opposing bench was jumping around like monkeys”.

However, Galatasaray have now hit back – vowing to file a criminal complaint against the two-time Champions League winner.

It’s the latest of a long list of controversial moments that have featured Mourinho.

SunSport wades through some of those below.

“Respect”

During a press conference in the 2018-19 season, Mourinho took umbrage to journalist’s questions following a 3-0 defeat for his Manchester United said.

Holding up three fingers, Mourinho said: “What was the result? 3-0? You know what this means? 3-0.

“But it also means three Premierships, and I’ve won more Premierships alone than the other 19 managers together. Three for me, and two for them.”

He then got out of seat, gesturing the media to calm down with the palm of his hand, before repeatedly saying ‘respect, respect man’.

Fracas with Wenger

Mourinho and Wenger already had previous, when the then Chelsea boss called the French manager a “specialist in failure”.

However, handbags were flying when the legendary Arsenal manager entered his rival’s technical area and gave him a shove and angry words were exchanged.

After the game, Wenger explained: “I wanted to go from A to B, and somebody confronted me before B without any sign of welcome.

“Honestly, I don’t listen to what he says. Push him? You would know if I really tried to push. Come on.”

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The pair got into a shoving match during a Chelsea vs Arsenal game[/caption]

Wearing a wire

The conspiracy theories were really getting to Mourinho during his spell at Roma.

He was convinced referees had it in for him during the 2022-2023 season, a campaign which saw him receive three red cards on the touchline.

So, in true Mourinho form, he did what he could to protect himself. He became an informant and wore a wire.

He revealed: “I’m not stupid, you know. Today, I went to the game with a microphone. I recorded everything. From the moment I left the locker room, to the moment I returned. I protected myself.”

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More touchline shenanigans

When Mourinho revisited Stamford Bridge with his Man Utd team, it took his team to hold him back as he looked for a fight.

To be fair to Jose, he was wound up by Chelsea’s coach Marco Ianni celebrating a late equaliser in front of him by the dugouts.

Stewards, Phil Neville, and other Red Devils staff members had to hold him back as he tried to race down the tunnel to confront the Italian.

Afterwards, Ianni and Maurizio Sarri offered their apologies.

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When coaching Man Utd, Mourinho was taunted by Chelsea coach Marco Ianni[/caption]

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Mourinho tried to race down the tunnel to confront the Italian coach[/caption]

Hiding in a laundry basket

In his first season in the Prem at Chelsea, Mourinho was handed a touchline ban for the Champions League quarter-final clash with Bayern Munich.

But, there was no way he was going to let that get in the way of entering the dressing room to talk to his team.

He told Sky Sports years later: “I go to the dressing room during the day so I was there from midday and the game is seven o’clock. I just want to be in the dressing room when the players arrive.

“I went there and nobody saw me. The problem was to leave after. And Stewart Bannister the kit man put me in the basket. It was a little bit open so I could breathe.

“But when he is taking it outside the dressing room, the UEFA guys were following and desperate to find me so he closed the box and I couldn’t breathe.

“When he opened the box I was dying! I am serious! I was claustrophobic, I promise! It’s true.”

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After receiving a ban, Mourinho hid in a basket to speak with his team in the dressing room[/caption]

No questions, please

Often, you can strike gold with Mourinho at press conferences – because of his wit, charm, and no-holds-barred comments.

But, on this occasion, he chose to say nothing.

It was a press conference that lasted just 10 seconds, when Man Utd’s press officer asked waiting journalists if they had any questions following the final league game of the 2016-2017 season.

Now most of the written press weren’t in the room at this time, with Jose arriving before them.

With the handful that were in the room hesitant, Mourinho took it upon himself to say “good” before marching off.

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Assault on Tito Villanova

During his Real Madrid years Mourinho was especially spiky.

And it was fierce rivals Barcelona, who irked him the most, with things coming to a head in El Clasico.

After the game, Mourinho poked Pep Guardiola’s then-assistant Tito Villanova in the eye in an unprovoked attack and wandered off.

Barcelona didn’t make an official complaint. However, the club said: “The public have given their opinion. They are very clear that what this person did wasn’t right. The (Spanish football) federation will act if they want to.”

They did, they gave Jose a two-game ban, which was later rescinded in a general amnesty on suspensions across Spanish football.

Mourinho apologised a year later and has always continued to express his sorrow for the incident.

Finally, the reigning Women’s Tag Team Champions, Bianca Belair and Naomi have been dethroned by WWE Judgment Day members Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez on Monday Night RAW on Netflix. Following the win, Morgan took to X, formerly Twitter, to share her excitement. She responded to the win in nine words: “THE GREATEST WOMEN[‘]S TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS […]

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HOLLYOAKS star Nikki Sanderson has been spotted for first time since quitting the soap.

The Sun revealed last week that Nikki was leaving the soap and had filmed her final scenes, with fans now speculating that she could rejoin rival soap Coronation Street.

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Nikki Sanderson has been spotted after heading to the gym with her boyfriend[/caption]

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The stunning soap star looked casual as she rocked some leggings and a sporty jacket[/caption]

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She wore her brunette locks tied back off of her face[/caption]

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She was spotted with her boyfriend Antony Quinlan, who is known for his past role in Emmerdale[/caption]

And now Nikki, XX, has been seen in public for the first time since quitting the soap opera amid rampant speculation.

Seen out and about in casual attire, Nikki was all smiles as she was snapped after working out at the gym.

Nikki could be seen rocking some black leggings, a black Adidas jacket some white trainers and some sunglasses.

She was spotted with Emmerdale actor Antony Quinlan, whom she has been dating for three years.

Nikki wore her brunette locks tied up and off of her face, with her long tresses in a high ponytail atop her head.

This comes after insiders revealed that Nikki decided to quit Hollyoaks so she can “explore other opportunities”.

The Bury-born beauty is currently portraying Maxine Minniver in the hit soap, and has been at the helm of the role since 2012.

A source told The Sun last week: “She met with bosses and told them of her plans to leave, she’d just turned 40 and felt the time was right to say goodbye to Maxine.

“She’s keen to explore other opportunities and is excited to get back out there.

“Bosses have been plotting Maxine’s exit storyline for months and have promised it will be a fitting tribute to the character, and viewers can expect a lot of drama before she goes.”

The source added: “She will film her final scenes next month, which will go out on-screen in May.”

Before Nikki joined Hollyoaks in 2012, she had starred in rival soap opera Coronation Street.

For 397 episodes, Nikki played the role of Candice Stowe.

Nikki was a fixture on the cobbles from 1999 until 2005 and was introduced to the show as Sarah Platt‘s best friend from school.

Fans of Nikki now reckon she might be jumping ship from Hollyoaks to head back to Corrie.

Reacting to the news of Nikki’s departure from the Channel 4 soap, fans flocked to an online forum to discuss.

One fan wrote: “She’ll be back in Corrie by end of the year.”

Another penned: “I agree with the other comments and think she will leave to go back to Corrie.”

While third penned: “Brilliant news. No character has had their day as much as Maxine.

“Would welcome a Candice return in Corrie.”

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Nikki played the role of Candice in Coronation Street from 1999 until 2005[/caption]

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She then went on to play the role of Maxine in Hollyoaks[/caption]

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Fans reckon she could return to Corrie[/caption]

THIS year marks a decade since One Direction went on an indefinite hiatus, promising fans they hoped to reunite at some point in the near future.

But they declined the opportunity to get back together in honour of their late bandmate Liam Payne at next month’s Brit Awards and The Sun can now reveal the team behind Harry Styles strongly oppose a return to the group.

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Liam Payne, pictured with girlfriend Kate Cassidy, passed away in Buenos Aires last year[/caption]

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Louis Tomlinson, snapped on stage with Liam, recently called time on a rumoured feud with one of his bandmates[/caption]

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We can reveal the team behind Harry Styles, pictured at Liam’s funeral last year, strongly oppose a return to the group[/caption]

He has become the breakout superstar from the band and has carved out a carefully manicured image away from some of the group’s cheesy music.

It has led his team to rule out working with Louis Tomlinson, Niall Horan and Zayn Malik.

They believe it would not make financial sense for the foreseeable future, as he could risk losing the kudos he has built up in the industry.

A music insider said: “Thousands of hours of blood, sweat and tears have gone into making Harry a superstar and he has spent a decade getting to a place of respect and legitimacy in the music business.

“He has won awards and hit new heights away from the band. Any return would be a major step back.

“Harry knows it already but his team have been very clear that it would be a bad idea at any point in the foreseeable future.

“Everyone from Stevie Nicks to Shania Twain has praised Harry as a solo star and plaudits like that aren’t easy to earn.

“Reunions can often be seen as a cash grab too. It would just look like he has lost faith in his solo career if he bowed out to do something which he knows will be an easy earner in the short term.

“They had amazing success as a group as youngsters, but it’s a different climate for boybands now and even they might struggle with new music.”

A second source added: “At the height of their fame in 2014 they played three sold out shows at Wembley Stadium which was huge at the time.

“But Harry has reached new levels with his solo stardom and he did six nights at the same venue on his last tour.

“It would make no sense financially for him to reunite with them on a tour where he’d then have to split the profits four ways.

“Acts don’t just tour for fun. It’s a job at the end of the day, so you’ve got to think about the money.”

Hopes had been raised recently after all four members came together for Liam’s funeral.

It was the first time they had been in the same room since Zayn dramatically quit the band in March 2015.

He has won awards and hit new heights away from the band. Any return would be a major step back

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Last month it was also revealed Louis was back in regular contact with Zayn, and he attended the latter’s show in Los Angeles.

Weeks earlier, hundreds of fans had raced to buy tickets for next week’s Brit Awards amid a rumour that the group would be on stage paying tribute to Liam.

But that has now been ruled out, with the Brits saying they will honour him in another way.

When it was originally revealed that the group were “taking a break” in 2015, they insisted it was only temporary.

Niall said at the time: “Ok so Lots of rumours going round. We are not splitting up, but we will be taking a well earned break at some point next year.”

Now bookies are taking bets on a reunion with “at least three members” — acknowledging that Harry is unlikely to ever return — with odds of 4/1 of that taking place this year.

Alex Apati of Ladbrokes said: “We’re refusing to rule out a sensational and emotional 1D reunion at some point this year.”

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The Brits said they will honour late Liam in another way[/caption]

A SICK teenager defended paedophiles and threatened to mutilate his sister in a string of vile videos before murdering his family.

Nicholas Prosper shot dead Juliana Falcon, 48, Kyle Prosper, 16, and 13-year-old Giselle Prosper at their home in Luton in September last year.

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Nicholas Prosper made numerous vile claims in now deleted videos[/caption]

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Prosper admitted murdering his family[/caption]

In a series of vile videos seen by The Sun – which we have decided not to share – sick Prosper defends paedophiles and necrophilia.

The videos were uploaded by the teen – who used a pseudonym – to a website where vile sickos watch video footage of people dying.

In the clip, Prosper argues in favour of legalising paedophilia. He also defends necrophilia – sexual attraction and obsession with a dead body.

In the horrific footage, Prosper said he “can’t think of any arguments against it” and added “take me to the morgue”.

The videos have all since been deleted.

One clip saw Prosper threaten violent revenge against his 13-year-old sister Giselle over her actions on a computer game.

Just hours later, he committed the massacre of his own family.

Wearing a yellow bucket hat and a black t-shirt Prosper said: “On June 30, my sister decided to make the incorrect choices on episode one of season one of The Walking Dead games, and for that her face will be mutilated further than necessary.”

Prosper said he was “chosen” to protect a fictional character called Clementine in the zombie video game, in a sign he struggled to differentiate between the real world and make-believe.

The 19-year-old pleaded guilty to three counts of murder at Luton Crown Court on Monday.

The family shooting unfolded on September 13, 2024 at a flat on Wauluds Bank Drive.

Police swarmed the home at around 5.30am following “welfare concerns”.

After murdering his family, the teen was stopped by officers near his home as he planned to carry out the massacre.

Police also discovered a loaded shotgun discovered in bushes nearby alongside more than 30 cartridges.

It was also revealed that Prosper had been plotting a school shooting but was foiled by cops.

Det Ch Insp Sam Khanna, from Bedfordshire Police, said “fortunately Prosper was apprehended before he could cause any further harm”.

He continued: “This was a truly tragic and shocking case in which three innocent members of the same family have been brutally killed by their son and brother.”

“No words can fully describe the tragedy their loved ones have experienced, and our thoughts continue to be with them at this difficult time.

“We are pleased that Prosper has pleaded guilty and will not put his family through the pain of a trial, and that he will soon face a significant jail sentence.”

Prosper is on remand at HMP Peterborough, but he appeared for the hearing yesterday which lasted less than 10 minutes.

He wore a black t-shirt, dark trousers and black rimmed glasses as he entered his pleas.

The 19-year-old sat with his arms folded when he entered the dock.

As well as admitting the three murders, he pleaded guilty to purchasing or acquiring a shotgun without a certificate, possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life and possessing an article with a blade or point.

He is due to be sentenced on March 5.

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Juliana was found at home in September[/caption]

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Son Kyle, 16, was also found dead[/caption]

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Daughter Giselle, 13, was among the victims[/caption]

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Police had been called to reports of welfare concerns[/caption]

A MICHELIN-guide restaurant run by a family whose 17th-century mansion was featured in the new Bridget Jones film has closed.

The Petersham in Covent Garden was launched six years ago by the Bolgione family who also own Michelin star eatery La Goccia – which has also shut.

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The ideas behind restaurants were born at Petersham House, where Bridget Jones was filmed[/caption]

Both restaurants are nestled in the popular tourist spot in the capital, but according to the owners neither could fair with the “unsustainably high costs”.

The Petersham, which shared a terrace with La Goccia was known for its exciting Italian food and lavish interior, which referenced its owners horticultural heritage, it was a hub for food-lovers and tourists. 

In Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, Renée Zellweger’s character and her new love interest Roxster (Leo Woodhall) enjoy a flirtatious conversation at the Georgian-style house.

The Bolgione family added that they were anxious about the “looming impact of the recent Budget”. 

In her October 2024 budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves increased national insurance contributions for employers and increased minimum wage. 

Critics of the budget argued that this would increase costs for businesses, but Reeves insisted at the time that the move would support workers and stabilise the economy. 

The Italian restaurant also said that two other major events caused them to close. 

They said they decided to put their shutters down due to years of “significant cost challenges” caused by “covid and Brexit”. 

They told the Telegraph that they were unable to “recruit people with the right experience and skills” after Britain left the EU, adding to their business woes. 

The Bolgione family launched their Petersham Nurseriers brand from their 17th century mansion Petersham House.

Petersham Nurseries took shape in 2002 and evolved into three beloved London restaurants: The Petersham, La Goccia and Petersham Nurseries Restaurant in Richmond.

The Richmond location, also has a teahouse serving wholesome seasonal food and has won the Michelin Green Star – for the restaurant’s commitment to sustainability.

This comes after the creator of another Michelin-backed restaurant was forced to close after 14 years in service.

Manchester based 63 Degrees sparked rumours of potential trouble when they turned away customers across the festive period last year.

A notice at the restaurant revealed they would be closed until January 11, but this was extended to January 30.

And, it was radio silence from the venue from then on, with their online booking page “temporarily offline”.

Founder Alexandre Moreau finally revealed earlier this week that his father, the Head Chef, and mother returned to France for health reasons.

Food and drink chains have been struggling recently as the cost of living has led to fewer people spending on eating out.

Businesses had been struggling to bounce back after the pandemic, only to be hit with soaring energy bills and inflation.

Multiple chains have been affected, resulting in big-name brands like Wetherspoons and Frankie & Benny’s closing branches.

Some chains have not survived, Byron Burger fell into administration last year, with owners saying it would result in the loss of over 200 jobs.

Pizza giant, Papa Johns is shutting down 43 of its stores soon.

Tasty, the owner of Wildwood, said it will shut sites as part of major restructuring plans

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La Goccia was also owned by the Bolgione family and shared a terrace with The Petersham[/caption]

A HUGE multi-million project is set to revamp a number of UK seaside towns in the UK as well an abandoned woodland.

As part of the East Lindsey Investment Fund, the £7.8million scheme will improve a number of areas across Lincolnshire.

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A multi-million pound project is to improve seaside towns such as Sutton on Sea[/caption]

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One of the main improvements includes new tourist activities at Sutton on Sea, as well as better parking options and infrastructure.

Named as one of the best places to live by the Sunday Times last year, the seaside town is already undergoing an number of improvements, which started back in 2023.

This includes a new £7.5million “beachfront cultural hub” with restaurant, lodges and art galleries that which is currently under construction.

But the new plans include another £1.8million for tourism upgrades, as well as more beautiful street furniture, signs and shop fronts.

East Lindsey’s biggest seaside town, Skegness, is also undergoing some improvements including a better car park to cope with the busy summer season.

The new scheme also includes the purchase of Harrison Woodlands.

The 483-acre abandoned ancient woodlands dates was first mentioned in the Domesday Book in 1086, making it one of the few surviving ancient woods in the UK.

However, it closed to the public back in 2023 and remains badly damaged and closed to the public.

Being bought by The Woodland Trust, the improvements will see the removal of dead trees and restoring the woods with new pathways before opening as an attraction again.

They explained on their website: “By removing invasive species like rhododendron, we’ll encourage a wide range of woodland indicator flowers like wood anemone, woodruff and bluebells to return.

“We’ll also remove large areas of trees severely affected by ash dieback. Installing deer fencing will allow for natural regeneration to take hold.

“As restoration progresses, we’re confident that warblers and breeding birds including great spotted woodpecker, treecreeper and tree sparrow will return to Harrison Woodlands.”

It hopes to reopen next year.

Councillor Craig Leyland, leader of East Lindsey District Council, said: “I am delighted that we can make this incredible investment into East Lindsey and its residents, businesses and visitors, supporting an array of fantastic projects and initiatives across an unprecedented number of themes and priorities.

“The awarding of these funds is just the start though.

“I am looking forward to continuing to work with our local communities in the months and years ahead to make these ideas a reality, and to establish East Lindsey as a wonderful tourist destination, as a flourishing economy and, most importantly, a place to call home.”

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It closed back in 2023 and hopes to reopen next year[/caption]

If you fancy owning your own part of Lincolnshire, you could even buy part of Skegness beach.

Four plots of the beach are currently on sale, for as little as £50,000.

Of course that’s for the smaller section, with the larger 3.5 acre site costing around £250,000.

But if you manage to splash out on it all, you could own a whopping 83.7 acres of the beach.

Can’t quite stretch to that? You can instead stay at Butlin’s new £12million holiday lodges which opened last summer.

And one mum explained why Skegness is a great staycation for kids.

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THE Taliban have bizarrely claimed the arrest of a British couple in Afghanistan was due to a “misunderstanding.”

Peter Reynolds, 79, and his wife Barbie, 75, were arrested on 1 February on their way back home to the Bamiyan province.

The Taliban said today that the couple were detained due to a “misunderstanding” that they had fake Afghan passports.

It comes after the group said on Monday was aiming to release the Brits “as soon as possible”.

Taliban official Abdul Mateen Qani told the BBC: “A series of considerations is being taken into account, and after evaluation, we will endeavour to release them as soon as possible.”

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