Reparations debate: Who pays for colonial injustices?
The UK reparations debate faces practical hurdles over funding and scope. Letters highlight colonial wealth extraction from India and the challenge of targeting true beneficiaries.
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Reparations debate: Who pays for colonial injustices?
As calls for colonial reparations grow, a London nurse and an Indian expat ask tough questions about who should pay and which victims are acknowledged. Read their powerful letters.
Billionaires added record £1.2 trillion wealth in 2025
The world's wealthiest individuals saw their fortunes grow by a staggering £1.2 trillion in 2025, a new report reveals. Explore the drivers and consequences of this unprecedented wealth accumulation.
Billionaires added record wealth in 2025
The world's wealthiest individuals saw their fortunes grow by a record amount in 2025, a new report shows. Explore the data and its implications for global inequality.
Ricky Gervais' net worth rockets to £130m
Comedian Ricky Gervais' wealth hits £130m as his main production company's value nears £20m. New Netflix special and tour fuel his financial rise from a Reading council estate.
The $124 Trillion 'Great Wealth Transfer' Explained
A seismic $124 trillion wealth transfer from Baby Boomers is underway. Discover which generations will benefit most and the profound economic implications.
England's 'posh-poor divide' exposed as deprivation borders wealth
A Guardian analysis reveals a stark rise in areas where extreme wealth and deprivation sit side-by-side, separated by mere metres. Explore the human impact of this deepening social divide.
Nobel Winner's Stark Warning on UK Inequality
Nobel Prize-winning economist's urgent warning about Britain's deepening inequality crisis demands immediate government action. Read why we cannot afford to ignore this emergency.
Disney Heiress Demands Higher Taxes on the Rich
Abigail Disney, granddaughter of Roy Disney, argues wealthy like her should pay more tax, stating 'We don't need any more money.' Discover her proposals for tax reform.
Ross Kemp reveals his money worries and 'worst investment'
EastEnders legend Ross Kemp opens up about his lifelong anxiety over finances, his property portfolio success, and the investments his advisors hide. Discover the surprising truth behind the TV hardman's wealth.
Graduates hit by 51% tax while pension costs soar
Young graduates face marginal tax rates up to 57% while funding generous pensioner benefits. Discover the shocking intergenerational unfairness in Britain's tax system.
Gap Returns to UK High Street with London Flagship
American fashion giant Gap makes a surprise comeback to the British high street with a new flagship in Covent Garden. Two more London stores to open by December. Discover the revival.
$124 Trillion 'Great Wealth Transfer' Underway
A seismic $124 trillion wealth transfer is reshaping finances. Discover which UK generations stand to inherit the most and the profound economic implications.
Meritocracy Myth: How Luck Shapes British Success
Julian Richer argues acknowledging luck's role in success would help tackle Britain's record inequality. The Fairness Foundation challenges meritocracy myths.
Investing vs Saving: Isa Wealth Gap Revealed
HMRC data reveals a stark divide: top stocks and shares Isa pots average £10.98m, dwarfing cash Isas. Discover the power of long-term investing for wealth building.
Billie Eilish's billionaire criticism sparks wealth debate
Pop icon Billie Eilish joins growing chorus demanding billionaires pay fair share as wealth inequality reaches crisis levels. Analysis of why the ultra-rich are under fire.
Mandelson enters Sunday Times Rich List
Lord Peter Mandelson enters Sunday Times Rich List alongside Indian steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal, revealing surprising wealth accumulation since leaving frontline politics.
£70TN inheritance boom to worsen UK inequality
Leading economists warn that an unprecedented £70 trillion in wealth transfers over the next decade will dramatically widen the gap between rich and poor, creating a 'silver spoon' economy.
Billionaires double wealth while poverty crisis deepens
Shocking Oxfam report exposes how billionaires' wealth has doubled since 2020 while nearly 5 billion people face devastating poverty - with Trump's tax cuts fuelling the inequality fire.
US Billionaires' Wealth Soars by £698bn in One Year
America's ten wealthiest individuals saw their fortunes skyrocket by $698 billion over the past year, with Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos leading unprecedented wealth accumulation during economic uncertainty.
Billie Eilish Slams Billionaires in Wealth Speech
Billie Eilish makes headlines with powerful critique of billionaire culture while revealing her own staggering net worth in latest interview
Gina Rinehart: Young Aussies Should Stop Whingeing
Australia's richest person delivers blunt advice to younger generation about home ownership and work ethic in controversial social media post that's sparked national debate.
US Billionaire Wealth Surges to $5.5 Trillion
Exclusive analysis reveals staggering growth among US billionaires as their collective wealth surges to unprecedented levels, creating both economic opportunities and societal challenges.
Brits prioritise memories over money in lifestyle shift
New research reveals Britons value life experiences and personal memories more highly than financial security, with 60% prioritising meaningful moments over money.
Young Brits crown Roger Moore as ultimate James Bond
A dramatic generation gap has emerged in the great James Bond debate, with under-35s declaring Roger Moore the ultimate 007 while traditionalists maintain Sean Connery's supremacy. Daniel Craig fails to impress either camp in surprising new research.
Billionaire wealth largely paper-based, study finds
Groundbreaking research reveals the staggering truth about billionaire wealth - much of it exists only on paper, creating a distorted picture of global inequality.
British student, 19, dies in Barcelona gap year tragedy
Harry Lomas-Thomas, a promising student from Surrey, fell from height during Barcelona trip, leaving family devastated and raising questions about youth travel safety.
Australian 'Death Tax' Proposal Sparks Boomer Backlash
A controversial new inheritance tax proposal in Australia has ignited fierce debate, with older generations pushing back against what they're calling a 'death tax' that would redistribute wealth from estates to younger Australians.
UK courts Canadian experts in post-Brexit talent drive
Leading British academics and industry figures are calling for Canadian professionals to fill critical skills gaps following Brexit, with Vancouver's tech and healthcare sectors identified as prime recruitment targets.
Diane Keaton's £100 Million Fortune Revealed
Hollywood icon Diane Keaton has amassed an eyewatering £100 million fortune through her legendary acting career and savvy property investments across California.
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