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Coronation Street's Debbie actress Sue Devaney unrecognisable with shaved head

Sue Devaney, known for her role as Debbie Webster on 'Coronation Street', has shaved her head, making her look drastically different from her character.

Feb 24 β€’ 20:19 UTC
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National & Local

Santander doubles down on its US bet

Banco Santander is strengthening its presence in the US by acquiring Webster Financial and maintaining shareholder remuneration, following a period of record profits and improved stock performance.

Feb 24 β€’ 04:30 UTC
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Coronation Street fans 'rumble who really dies' - and it's not Megan or Maggie

Fans of Coronation Street speculate on which character will die in an upcoming storyline, suggesting it may be Carl Webster instead of initial favorites Megan Walsh or Maggie Driscoll.

Feb 20 β€’ 20:45 UTC
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Inside Coronation Street Paula actress' life from selling weed abroad to dad in jail

Actress Kelli Hollis, now portraying Paula in Coronation Street, has a complicated personal history that includes selling drugs abroad and dealing with her father's incarceration.

Feb 17 β€’ 20:55 UTC
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Where you've seen Coronation Street Paula star before and ITV fans will be floored

The latest episode of Coronation Street sees viewers surprised by familiar actress Paula, who is involved in a dramatic storyline surrounding her character's son Carl.

Feb 17 β€’ 09:00 UTC
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Coronation Street fire horror as villain takes revenge ahead of a brutal death

A villain in Coronation Street seeks revenge through a catastrophic fire at his biological mother’s hotel, setting the stage for a brutal death.

Feb 15 β€’ 09:30 UTC
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Canadian touches in glamping cabins and the rink

Canadian curling coach Paul Webster enhances the athletes' experience at the Winter Olympics by adding thoughtful Canadian-inspired decorations in their glamping accommodations.

Feb 11 β€’ 14:36 UTC
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National & Local

Santander and its $12 billion bet on the US market

Santander has completed its largest acquisition to date, purchasing Webster Financial for $12.2 billion as part of its strategy to expand in the US market.

Feb 11 β€’ 06:08 UTC
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National & Local

Trump will have the final word on the purchase of the American bank Webster by Santander

Santander awaits approval from US federal agencies, including oversight by Trump, for its acquisition of Webster Bank.

Feb 11 β€’ 04:15 UTC
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National & Local

Santander to Rely on Webster to Accelerate Its Investment Banking Business in the United States

Santander plans to enhance its investment banking operations in the U.S. by collaborating with Webster, aiming for significant revenue synergies.

Feb 9 β€’ 04:15 UTC
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National & Local

Santander will charge $489 million if Webster Bank breaks the purchase agreement

Santander has a clause in its acquisition deal with Webster Bank that allows it to claim $489 million if Webster opts for another offer.

Feb 8 β€’ 16:09 UTC
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Coronation Street Jack Webster actor's real age revealed and fans are gobsmacked

Fans of Coronation Street are shocked to discover the real age of actor Kyran Bowes, who plays Jack Webster.

Feb 7 β€’ 13:36 UTC
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Coronation Street fans in tears as Debbie Webster is imprisoned before 'devastating' twist

In a recent episode of Coronation Street, fans were emotional as Debbie Webster was wrongfully imprisoned, leading to a serious health crisis for her character.

Feb 6 β€’ 21:00 UTC
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Coronation Street fans 'work out who kills Carl Webster' as there's 'no saving villain'

Fans of Coronation Street believe that Carl Webster will soon be murdered, with speculation focusing on who might be his killer after recent dramatic events in the show.

Feb 5 β€’ 13:58 UTC
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National & Local

Santander makes the US its third largest market in assets after purchasing Webster

Santander's US subsidiary has surpassed its Brazilian counterpart in assets and is closing in on its British operations following the acquisition of Webster.

Feb 5 β€’ 04:15 UTC
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National & Local

BotΓ­n, after the purchase of Webster: "We hope to increase payouts as profits grow"

Ana BotΓ­n, president of Banco Santander, affirmed the bank's commitment to increasing shareholder returns through dividends or stock buybacks following the acquisition of Webster, while ruling out further purchases.

Feb 4 β€’ 12:24 UTC
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National & Local

Analysts view Santander's acquisition of Webster positively despite impact of the stock dilution

Analysts consider Banco Santander's acquisition of Webster in the US a positive move for long-term cost savings, despite mixed market reactions and immediate stock impact.

Feb 4 β€’ 10:24 UTC
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National & Local

Santander falls 3.5% on the stock market after the purchase of Webster, record profit, and 5 billion in share buyback

Banco Santander's shares fell 3.5% following its acquisition of Webster, the announcement of a 5 billion share buyback program, and record profits in 2025.

Feb 4 β€’ 08:52 UTC
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National & Local

Banco Santander acquires Webster Bank in the United States for $12 billion

Banco Santander announced its acquisition of Webster Bank, valued at over $12 billion, which will be financed through a mix of cash and stock and is expected to close in Q3 of 2026.

Feb 3 β€’ 22:48 UTC
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World

BotΓ­n defends investing in the US during the Trump era: 'The returns will compensate for the risks'

Ana BotΓ­n, the president of Banco Santander, addressed the media defending investment in the US amidst geopolitical tensions during Donald Trump's administration, citing record 2025 results and the acquisition of Webster Bank as rationale.

Feb 3 β€’ 22:00 UTC
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Ana BotΓ­n on the acquisition of Webster: "The US is the most attractive market in the world" for banking

Ana BotΓ­n, president of Banco Santander, emphasizes the US market's attractiveness for banking following their acquisition of Webster; she states the bank will not pursue further acquisitions or sales as they have the necessary scale in all their operating countries.

Feb 3 β€’ 21:47 UTC
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National & Local

Santander buys Webster Bank for $12.2 billion to grow in the US

Banco Santander is acquiring Webster Bank for $12.2 billion, aiming to expand its operations in the United States and generate $800 million in cost synergies.

Feb 3 β€’ 19:18 UTC
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National & Local

Banco Santander agrees to purchase Webster Bank in the US for 10.16 billion euros

Banco Santander has reached an agreement to acquire Webster Financial Corporation, the parent company of Webster Bank in the United States, for 12.2 billion dollars (approximately 10.16 billion euros), aiming for an 18% return on tangible equity in the US by 2028.

Feb 3 β€’ 18:55 UTC
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National & Local

Santander acquires the American bank Webster Bank for $10.3 billion after another year of record profit

Banco Santander is acquiring the American bank Webster Bank for $12.2 billion, aimed at strengthening its position as one of the top ten banks in the U.S.

Feb 3 β€’ 18:55 UTC
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National & Local

Banco Santander buys Webster Bank for more than 10 billion euros

Banco Santander has announced its acquisition of Webster Financial Corporation for over 10 billion euros, positioning it among the top ten retail and commercial banks in the United States by assets.

Feb 3 β€’ 18:40 UTC
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National & Local

Santander agrees to buy Webster Bank for $12.2 billion to grow in the US

Banco Santander has reached an agreement to acquire Webster Financial Corporation, the parent company of Webster Bank, for $12.2 billion to expand its presence in the US market.

Feb 3 β€’ 18:32 UTC
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Life & Tech

Coronation Street fans spot all the clues that Debbie Webster was Carl's real mum

In a major twist on Thursday's episode of Coronation Street, it was revealed that Debbie Webster is actually the biological mother of Carl Webster, surprising some fans who suspected it all along.

Jan 15 β€’ 20:55 UTC
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Coronation Street fans make plea to bosses as Debbie Webster confirmed as Carl's mum

Fans of Coronation Street reacted to the revelation that Debbie Webster is Carl's mother, prompting them to urge the show's bosses for certain changes or explanations.

Jan 15 β€’ 20:40 UTC
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Life & Tech

Slop: the term that designates the garbage content created by AI

The article discusses 'Slop', a term recently popularized by Merriam-Webster to describe the mass-produced, low-quality content generated by artificial intelligence that is flooding social media and various platforms.

Jan 10 β€’ 13:30 UTC
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Coronation Street's Debbie Webster faces prison in cruel twist after Corriedale

Debbie Webster from Coronation Street is facing prison time after being charged with dangerous driving for taking the blame in a horrific crash during the show's crossover with Emmerdale.

Jan 8 β€’ 21:00 UTC
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Life & Tech

Former TV host announces new career move with three word remark

Former GB News presenter Isabel Webster has announced her new hosting role on Channel 5's Matt Allwright show starting this January via Instagram.

Jan 8 β€’ 18:16 UTC
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Coronation Street fans convinced Corriedale scene 'seals' Carl's downfall in shock twist

Fans of Coronation Street believe that Carl's actions during a shocking Corriedale special will lead to his imminent downfall following a drunk-driving incident.

Jan 7 β€’ 15:26 UTC
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Does Carl Webster die in Corriedale? Crossover airs shocking scenes after horror crash

In a dramatic crossover episode of Coronation Street and Emmerdale, characters face a cliffhanger involving Carl Webster, who is critically injured in a multi-vehicle accident.

Jan 5 β€’ 20:55 UTC
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Life & Tech

Beck: Why should the word of the year not be - hope

The article discusses how each year a new word is chosen and mentions Merriam-Webster's selection of 'slop' as the word of the year, referring to low-quality digital content generated by artificial intelligence.

Jan 4 β€’ 07:00 UTC
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Coronation Street's major twist as Debbie Webster wedding bombshell revealed

In a shocking episode of Coronation Street, various family dramas and truths were unveiled during Debbie Webster's wedding to Ronnie Bailey, leaving fans in disbelief.

Jan 2 β€’ 21:00 UTC
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Life & Tech

Why shouldn’t it be hope?

The article discusses the trend of selecting a 'word of the year', highlighting how 'slop' was chosen by Merriam-Webster to describe low-quality digital content generated by AI, while it speculates on the absence of a similar tradition in its own culture.

Jan 2 β€’ 10:59 UTC
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Coronation Street star confirms role in Corriedale episode - but it's unexpected

Sue Devaney, known for her role as Debbie Webster in Coronation Street, teases details about an upcoming wedding and dramatic events in the Corriedale episode.

Dec 27 β€’ 09:00 UTC

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