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Predictive analytics in personal finance applications
Personal finance apps evolved far beyond simple expense trackers.
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Financial decision-making in strategy games like Civilization
In strategy games, every move counts – especially when it comes to managing resources.
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Is our culture losing its edginess?
Art used to come with a warning label. Movies made people walk out, video games stirred controversy, and comedians could drop a joke and split a room. And that was the point. Being edgy meant something.
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Why some adults stop feeling hungry at midday
Lunch used to sit right in the middle of the day. Fixed. Around noon, the body expected food, and most people followed that rhythm without thinking too much about it.
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How travellers meet new people before visiting a new country
Meeting people before you travel can change a trip from “nice” to “unforgettable.”
Local Business
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Local Business
Local business news from in and around Milton Keynes!
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What to look for in a loft boarding supplier
A complete guide to choosing a loft boarding supplier, including legal requirements, insurance checks, and accreditations that protect your home.
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Take Action This Mental Health Awareness Week!
Mental health expert, Understanding Minds shares more about Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 that takes place from 11th to 17th May.
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Ride High supports record number of children as demand grows across Milton Keynes
A Milton Keynes children’s charity supported a record 374 children and young people last year, as demand for its services continues to grow across the city.
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Education stars showcased as Milton Keynes awards finalists revealed
Stars from across the education sector were in the spotlight as the finalists for this year’s Milton Keynes Education Awards (MKEAs) have been announced.
Local News
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Tell us your story
MKFM always wants to hear your stories about your city.
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New look Milton Keynes charity shop re-opens
MP joins celebrations as store and cafe reveals new look.
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Milton Keynes business community celebrates Dons promotion
Club execs describe delight from massive win and plans for future.
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Crews tackle Milton Keynes outdoor fire
Vegetation and rubbish alight in woodland blaze.
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Could Milton Keynes be UK’s hottest place this year?
City predicted to sizzle in latest odds.
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Police witness appeal following Milton Keynes theft
Chainsaw used on cash machine.
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Police issue updates on Milton Keynes incidents
Man found dead and men arrested in separate 999 calls.
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New rubbish app for Milton Keynes households
Bin collection and waste reminder tool could be wheelie good.
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Milton Keynes restaurant closes permanently
Indian venue was fined earlier this year for poor hygiene.
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Fire at Milton Keynes nightclub Pink Punters is believed to have been accidental
Following a joint investigation with Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service (BFRS) into the fire at Pink Punters on Sunday (26 April), third‑party involvement has been ruled out, and the fire is believed to have been accidental.
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Incredibly rare bongo calf is born at Woburn Safari Park in Milton Keynes
Woburn Safari Park is celebrating the birth of a healthy male Eastern Mountain bongo calf, offering a rare and hopeful moment for one of the world’s most endangered antelope species.
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Milton Keynes Police Crime Commissioner challenges Home Secretary over loss of funding
The Home Secretary has been accused of failing in her duty to support the fight against organised crime in the UK.
MK Dons News
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MK Dons earn goalless draw against Newport County
Milton Keynes Dons earned a 0-0 draw against Newport County in new manager Paul Warne's first match in charge of the team.
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MK Dons pick up vital three points in 1-0 win over Walsall
Milton Keynes Dons picked up their second win of the 2024-25 season, defeating Walsall Town 1-0 at Stadium MK.
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MK Dons land Kane Thompson-Sommers on Deadline Day
Milton Keynes Dons have completed the signing of midfielder Kane Thompson-Sommers from National League side Halifax Town for an undisclosed fee.
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Time for MK Dons to get season on track
It's been a difficult start to the 2024-25 season for Milton Keynes Dons, who desperately need to get their season on track this weekend.
MK Breakers Basketball Club News
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Milton Keynes Breakers fall to Rockets in semifinals
MK Breakers Men travelled south on Sunday taking on Reading Rockets for a place in the first-ever British Championship Basketball Final.
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Milton Keynes Breakers beat Hoods in overtime thriller
Nottingham Hoods visited Bletchley Leisure Centre in a hotly anticipated matchup.
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Milton Keynes Breakers push league Champions all the way
The final regular season game of the season saw MK Breakers Men travel to Loddon Valley Leisure Centre.
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MK Breakers in search of double playoff glory
Milton Keynes Breakers will be taking over Manchester this weekend, as both our senior teams head north looking to make history in two Playoff Finals at the National Basketball Performance Centre.
Latest Travel
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Travel - Contact Us
MKFM is always on the ball for local travel
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Travel News (LIVE MAP)
MKFM provides a comprehensive local travel news service for Milton Keynes both on air and here on our website. Use our interactive map to see the latest incidents in our area.
MK Jobs
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MK Jobs
Are you seeking a new career in Milton Keynes? Take a look at current vacancies that our partners have.
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Medical Detection Dogs
Medical Detection Dogs are looking for an Assistance Dog Instructor Maternity Cover.
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Intercargo Logistics
Intercargo Logistics are looking for a Sales Manager.
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Al's Pals
Al's Pals, local cancer charity that provides a lifeline for cancer patients and their families, is recruiting.
Technology in MK with BizTech
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Why is marketing essential for tech companies?
The tech landscape is constantly evolving and expanding, and growth is a recurring challenge for businesses in this sector.
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Five ways technology can help small businesses grow
Can you imagine life without technology? It is everywhere – in homes, public places, and offices.
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What is blockchain technology and how can it benefit businesses
Of the many technological advances of the past few decades, Blockchain technology is one of the few that have the most potential to revolutionise businesses across all industries.
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What is Google Bard - The latest AI chatbot that is the talk of the town
Next-generation AI chatbots have dominated the tech scene in the past few years. And for good reason.
MK Lightning News
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Pete Russell makes stunning MK Lightning return
Milton Keynes Lightning have announced that Pete Russell has agreed to a stunning return to the club following Tim Wallace's recent departure.
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Czech forward Tomas Kana makes MK Lightning return
The Smith Recycling Milton Keynes Lightning have today announced that Czech forward Tomas Kana will return to the club next season.
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Lewis Clifford comments on MK Lightning recruitment ahead of 2020/21 season
Lewis Clifford, head coach of the Smith Recycling Milton Keynes Lightning, provided comment on recruitment for the team's new season.
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Defenceman Lewis Christie returns for eleventh season with MK Lightning
The Smith Recycling Milton Keynes Lightning have today announced that defenceman Lewis Christie will be back for another season with the club.
National News
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Sir Alex Ferguson taken to hospital after feeling unwell before Manchester United vs Liverpool game
Sir Alex Ferguson has been taken to hospital after feeling unwell at Old Trafford before Manchester United's game against Liverpool.
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Man arrested in Austria after rat poison found in baby food jars
A man has been arrested in Austria after rat poison was found in some baby food jars on supermarket shelves in central Europe.
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Trump dinner shooting suspect's lawyers want end to his 'punishment' jail conditions
Lawyers for the man accused of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump last week have asked a judge to ease jail restrictions on him they describe as "punishment".
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Migrants who died in Channel small boat were 16-year-old girl and woman, says charity
A 16-year-old girl and a woman have died while trying to cross the English Channel from France in a small boat.
Showbiz
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Ed Sheeran celebrates Ipswich Town's return to Premier League with dressing room singalong
Ipswich Town were joined in their dressing room by singer Ed Sheeran as they celebrated their return to the Premier League after a season away.
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Teenager charged after bomb hoax at Peter Kay show
A 19-year-old has been charged with false communications relating to a bomb hoax after a Peter Kay show in Birmingham was evacuated on Friday.
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How to write a James Bond song - from the man who knows best
The "dunnn, dun-dun, dun-dun, dun-dun" of the original James Bond theme tune is a time machine for millions of people.
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Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni are heading to court. Here's everything you need to know
When Blake Lively filed her lawsuit against her It Ends With Us co-star and director Justin Baldoni and his production company, it sent shockwaves across Hollywood.
Sport
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Bukayo Saka brilliance helps Arsenal extend lead at the top as West Ham suffer blow at the bottom - Premier League hits and misses
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Sir Alex Ferguson: Man Utd legend taken to hospital after feeling unwell ahead of his former side's Premier League game with Liverpool
Sir Alex Ferguson was taken to hospital after feeling unwell ahead of Manchester United vs Liverpool on Sunday.
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Jannik Sinner wins Madrid Open: Alexander Zverev beaten in straight sets for fifth-straight Masters 1000 title
Jannik Sinner secured a record fifth-straight Masters 1000 titles as he won the Madrid Open with a thumping, straight-sets victory over Alexander Zverev in Sunday's final that lasted less than an hour.
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World Snooker Championship final: Spectator ejected in disrupted start to Shaun Murphy vs Wu Yize clash
Shaun Murphy's World Snooker Championship final against Wu Yize got off to a rowdy start with a protester ejected from the Crucible and referee Rob Spencer admonishing the audience for keeping their phones on during play.
Strange News
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Four people pulled from River Seine after trainee driver crashes bus into water in Paris
Four people have been rescued from the River Seine in Paris after a trainee bus driver crashed through a barrier and into the water.
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The robot that can outplay elite table tennis players
A robot has become so good at playing table tennis that at times it defeated elite human players, in what has been hailed as "a longstanding milestone for AI".
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Monkeys eating soil to settle upset stomachs from junk food, says research
Monkeys in Gibraltar have learned to eat soil to settle their stomachs from all the junk food they consume, research suggests.
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Trio sentenced over 'bear costume' insurance fraud scam in California
Three people have been jailed for insurance fraud after claiming their cars were damaged by a bear - only for the assailant to be somebody dressed in a bear costume.
Videos
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Summer travel plans: What changes has the government announced and how will they affect you?
The government has set out plans to "keeping Britain flying this summer" amid concerns over a shortage in jet fuel due to the ongoing war in the Middle East.
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Solar power soars to new heights but fears over 'dangerously high' temperatures
Almost the entirety of Europe saw above-average temperatures last year, while wildfires burnt a record area and heatwaves struck from north to south, according to an extensive new climate study.
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How to write a James Bond song - from the man who knows best
The "dunnn, dun-dun, dun-dun, dun-dun" of the original James Bond theme tune is a time machine for millions of people.
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Bank of England sounds warning of interest rate hikes ahead
Inflation could rise to 6.2% next year, with interest rates peaking at 5.25%, in the event of a prolonged energy shock with oil prices remaining above $130 a barrel, according to a worst-case scenario modelled by the Bank of England.
Business
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Mark Kleinman blog | High street chain TG Jones on brink of crucial debt dea
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The holiday booking window that saves you an average £93 | Money newsletter
More than 190,000 people have now signed up to our free Money newsletter, which brings the kind of content you enjoy in the award-winning Money blog directly to your inbox every week.
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The war in Iran is coming for Britain's favourite food
The indirect effects of Iran war inflation are "likely to be largest for food prices".
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'Outdated and unaffordable' triple lock should be scrapped, says Tony Blair Institute
The pensions triple lock should be scrapped, Sir Tony Blair's thinktank has said.
Technology
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How to write a James Bond song - from the man who knows best
The "dunnn, dun-dun, dun-dun, dun-dun" of the original James Bond theme tune is a time machine for millions of people.
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Nasal decongestant sprays should not be used for more than five days, medicines watchdog says
There's a warning that using a nasal decongestant spray for more than five days could make a blocked nose worse.
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'Immense irony' as Iran war fuels 'boom' in renewable power - UN climate chief
The conflict in Iran has "supercharged" the "boom" in renewable power, the United Nations' climate chief has said.
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Elon Musk says Sam Altman tried to 'steal' charity, as moguls contest $150bn court battle
Elon Musk has accused his rival Sam Altman of trying to "steal" a charity as he fights his $150bn (£111bn) court claim over OpenAI.
MKFM Reviews
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MKFM Reviews
You can find out where the MKFM team have been recently and the places we recommend in Milton Keynes.
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MKFM Review: Single White Female, Milton Keynes Theatre
Caroline could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (21/04) to see the highly-anticipated Single White Female and here is her full review...
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MKFM Review: Dear England, Milton Keynes Theatre
Carly could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (20/01) to see the highly-anticipated Dear England and here is her full review...
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MKFM Review: Tina Turner the Musical, Milton Keynes Theatre
Eden could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (28/01) to see the highly anticipated Tina Turner the Musical and here is her full review...
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Tell us your storyMKFM always wants to hear your stories about your city.
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New look Milton Keynes charity shop re-opensMP joins celebrations as store and cafe reveals new look.
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Milton Keynes business community celebrates Dons promotionClub execs describe delight from massive win and plans for future.
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Crews tackle Milton Keynes outdoor fireVegetation and rubbish alight in woodland blaze.
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Could Milton Keynes be UK’s hottest place this year?City predicted to sizzle in latest odds.
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Police witness appeal following Milton Keynes theftChainsaw used on cash machine.
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Police issue updates on Milton Keynes incidentsMan found dead and men arrested in separate 999 calls.
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New rubbish app for Milton Keynes householdsBin collection and waste reminder tool could be wheelie good.
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Milton Keynes restaurant closes permanentlyIndian venue was fined earlier this year for poor hygiene.
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Fire at Milton Keynes nightclub Pink Punters is believed to have been accidentalFollowing a joint investigation with Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service (BFRS) into the fire at Pink Punters on Sunday (26 April), third‑party involvement has been ruled out, and the fire is believed to have been accidental.
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Incredibly rare bongo calf is born at Woburn Safari Park in Milton KeynesWoburn Safari Park is celebrating the birth of a healthy male Eastern Mountain bongo calf, offering a rare and hopeful moment for one of the world’s most endangered antelope species.
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Milton Keynes Police Crime Commissioner challenges Home Secretary over loss of fundingThe Home Secretary has been accused of failing in her duty to support the fight against organised crime in the UK.
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