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• London Fashion Week Takeaway

  Fashion has always been more than just clothes to wear.

• How water temperature can impact your experience of coffee

  While we don’t often think of it this way, water is the main ingredient in a cup of coffee. For example, when we drink an espresso, it is approximately 90% water, whilst a filter coffee is as much as 98%.

• How BMW alloys enhance safety for BMW owners on UK roads

  In the UK, safety on the roads is of the utmost importance, and one often overlooked aspect is a car’s wheels — especially for BMW owners.

• How to Extend the Life of Your Car Battery in Belfast (Especially During Winter)

  Driving around Belfast in winter means keeping a closer eye on your vehicle and one of the most often overlooked yet essential components is the battery

• From ramp angles to seating plans: A family guide to wheelchair accessible vehicles

  Getting out and about should be simple.

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Local Business

• MKFM Welcomes new advertiser Lakehurst Park

  Discover Lakehurst Park – Buckinghamshire’s Premier Countryside Retreat.

• MKFM Welcome new advertiser The Brothers Supper

  The Brothers Supper - Exclusively at Lakehurst Park.

• MKFM welcomes Emily's Star to our business club

  Emily’s Star is a dedicated charity supporting children, babies, and young people in Milton Keynes and beyond who are living with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, as well as the families who care for them.

• Waste management specialist sweeps up space at Milton Keynes’ greenest office building

  Hoban’s arrival leaves only one vacant office at Silbury House.

• Milton Keynes local theatre company presents: "Jack and the Beanstalk"

  RARE Pantomimes is excited to present its 2025 family pantomime, "Jack and the Beanstalk", coming to Stantonbury Theatre this Christmas.

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Local News

• Tell us your story

  MKFM always wants to hear your stories about your city.

• Two charged in connection with Boxing Day stabbing in Milton Keynes

  Following an investigation by Thames Valley Police, a man and a woman have been charged in connection with a stabbing in Bletchley.

• Cruel thieves break into Milton Keynes restaurant on Christmas Eve, but community meal WILL go ahead

  It is supposed to be the time for giving, but cruel thieves broke into Wolverton's Namji Restaurant last night.

• Swan in a flap is rescued by firefighters in Milton Keynes

  Firefighters from Broughton worked with the water rescue unit from Newport Pagnell to come to the rescue of a swan at Willen yesterday.

• MP praises community facilities focus on visit to new Milton Keynes housing development

  MP for Milton Keynes North Chris Curtis praised Bellway’s Greenleys Gardens development in the city for its ‘strong focus on community facilities’ following a visit to the site last week.

• The Darkest to play special festive date in Milton Keynes this weekend

  Keep the party vibes live this Christmas with a trip to see The Darkest at the Craufurd Arms on December 28.

• New charities hub for Milton Keynes to boost support for struggling families

  A new Charities Hub in Galley Hill funded by Milton Keynes City Council has opened with a ribbon cutting event.

• Police release e-fit after teenager is sexually assaulted in Milton Keynes

   Police have released an e-fit image in connection with a sexual assault in Milton Keynes.

• Milton Keynes man fined more than £1000 for fly tipping

  Following an investigation by Milton Keynes City Council, Seif Salim Ali, 52, of Vellan Avenue, Fishermead has been ordered to pay nearly £1,200 in fines and costs for dumping rubbish illegally in Milton Keynes.

• Man in custody on domestic related offences following incident in Milton Keynes

  Police have responded to an incident in Deanshanger at the weekend, which saw a large police presence in the area.

• Milton Keynes couple illuminate their home to fund research into brain tumours

  A couple from Woburn Sands who lost two family members to brain tumours have lit up their house in festive lights to raise money to fund research into the disease.

• Santa's little helper visits Milton Keynes with special 'Elf 'n' Safety' message

  One of Santa's most trusted workshop elves has left the North Pole on Santa's orders to carry out a special winter mission at Barratt and David Wilson Homes' developments across the new city.

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MK Dons News

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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MK Breakers Basketball Club News

• Milton Keynes Breakers blow Trailblazers away

  MK Breakers Men’s team were looking to end the year with another win on Saturday evening, playing their final game of 2025 as they welcomed Derby Trailblazers to Bletchley Leisure Centre.

• Big win For Milton Keynes Breakers on the south coast

  MK Breakers Men’s team made the long trip to Worthing on Sunday, looking to build on last week’s win over Bristol Flyers but aware that their opponents sat top of the BCB table.

• Milton Keynes Breakers deliver victory over Flyers

  Looking to bounce back from last week’s disappointing display, MK Breakers Men’s team were back in action on Saturday evening, welcoming Bristol Flyers II to Bletchley Leisure Centre. 

• 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.

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Latest Travel

• Travel - Contact Us

  MKFM is always on the ball for local travel

• M1 reopens at Junction 14 Milton Keynes following serious collision

  The M1 Northbound between Junction 14 (Milton Keynes) and Junction 15 (Northampton has reopened this morning.

• 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.

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MK Jobs

• Camphill MK

  Local charity, Camphill MK, supporting adults with learning disabilities, is recruiting.

• Stadium MK

  Stadium MK currently have a wide range of jobs available to join their varied teams. Find out more information about the roles and how to apply here...

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Technology in MK with BizTech

• 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.

• Five ways technology can help small businesses grow

  Can you imagine life without technology? It is everywhere – in homes, public places, and offices.

• 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.

• 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.

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MK Lightning News

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Defenceman Ed Knaggs makes MK Lightning return

  The Smith Recycling Milton Keynes Lightning have today announced that defenceman Ed Knaggs has joined them ahead of the 2020/21 season.

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National News

• Ukraine peace talks: What are the major issues remaining as Zelenskyy prepares to meet Trump?

  Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday for further talks aimed at ending Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

• Diogo Jota's sons join mascots at Anfield as star's former clubs pay tribute

  Tributes have been paid to Diogo Jota as his two sons Dinis and Duarte joined mascots on the pitch ahead of the first fixture between his two former clubs at Anfield.

• State of emergency declared as US storm disrupts hundreds of flights 

  A powerful winter storm has disrupted one of the busiest travel weekends of the year in New York City and northeastern US.

• Christmas Day shooting leaves man fighting for life

  Four men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a 20-year-old man was shot on Christmas Day.

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Showbiz

• Bayeux Tapestry: Priceless artefact to be insured for £800m

  The Bayeux Tapestry will be insured for around £800m when it comes to the UK next year.

• The Cure's guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies

  The guitarist and keyboard player for The Cure, Perry Bamonte, has died.

• 'Tyranny is booming': Jimmy Kimmel targets Trump in alternative Christmas message

  American talk show host Jimmy Kimmel delivered an alternative Christmas message this year, taking aim what he said was the rise of fascism under Donald Trump's government.

• Comedian Griff Rhys Jones urges public to nominate historic buildings to save

  Griff Rhys Jones has been campaigning for decades to preserve Britain's old buildings.

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Strange News

• Drunk raccoon behind liquor store rampage suspected of other 'break-ins'

  A raccoon that passed out drunk after running amok in a Virginia liquor store is suspected of two other "break-ins".

• Stolen Fabergé pendant passed to police - quite literally

  A Fabergé pendant has been recovered - after police spent six days closely monitoring the man accused of swallowing it.

• 'Drop and cover' earthquake alert turns out to be false alarm

  An earthquake alert preparing people to "drop, cover, hold on" buzzed on phones in the US on Thursday - but turned out to be completely false.

• Spirit animal: Raccoon gets drunk as a skunk in a booze store - and sleeps off hangover in the toilet

  A raccoon has gotten as drunk as a skunk.

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Videos

• Ukraine peace talks: What are the major issues remaining as Zelenskyy prepares to meet Trump?

  Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday for further talks aimed at ending Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

• 2025 on track to be UK's warmest year on record, says Met Office

  The UK could be set to have had its warmest year on record, according to forecasters.

• One of the men who went missing in sea off Devon coast named

  One of the victims has been named after a search was launched for two people who went missing in stormy seas off a beach in Devon.

• Diogo Jota's sons join mascots at Anfield as star's former clubs pay tribute

  Tributes have been paid to Diogo Jota as his two sons Dinis and Duarte joined mascots on the pitch ahead of the first fixture between his two former clubs at Anfield.

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Business

• UK pension funds eye stake in £4.5bn holiday giant Center Parcs

  Some of Britain's biggest public sector pension schemes are in talks to take a stake in Center Parcs as its Canadian owner finalises a recapitalisation of the holiday parks giant.

• High street banking giants vie for £2.5bn wealth manager Evelyn 

  Two of Britain’s biggest high street banks are embroiled in a £2.5bn takeover battle for Evelyn Partners, the wealth management group.

• The UK's worst Christmas gifts: Rotten fruit, used pyjamas and a Spurs book for a Chelsea fan

  It wouldn't be Christmas without at least one gift so misguided we question whether our loved ones know us at all.

• Reeves's budget tax rises 'a pub destroyer', say landlords

  A millionaires' playground, Poole in Dorset boasts some of the most expensive properties in the UK, and has been called Britain's Palm Beach.

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Technology

• From bone damage to solar radiation - inside the lab trying to protect the astronauts of the future

  Space is an alien environment for humans.

• Why Trump administration is so annoyed with Europe's online rules

  The row between Europe and Washington about what you can do online just ramped up.

• 2025 on track to be UK's warmest year on record, says Met Office

  The UK could be set to have had its warmest year on record, according to forecasters.

• Jail for burglars who used Grindr dating app to dupe victims

  Two burglars who used the Grindr dating app to trick victims into letting them into their homes have been jailed.

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MKFM Reviews

• MKFM Review: Jack & the Beanstalk, Stantonbury Theatre

  Our volunteer Rachael could not wait to go to Stantonbury Theatre to see the Jack & the Beanstalk with her children and here is her full review...

• MKFM Review: Mary Poppins, Milton Keynes Theatre

  Eden could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (31/10) to see the highly-anticipated Mary Poppins and here is her full review...

• MKFM Review: The Bodyguard The Musical, Milton Keynes Theatre

  Carly could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (21/10) to see the highly-anticipated The Bodyguard The Musical and here is her full review...

• MKFM Review: Murder on the Orient Express, Milton Keynes Theatre

  This classic story is just the ticket! Make tracks to MK and go see it.

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