Reeves Denies North Sea Job Loss Figures
Chancellor Rachel Reeves dismisses report of 1,000 monthly oil and gas job losses, drawing furious backlash from industry leaders who accuse her of being 'in total denial'. Read the full story.
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UK Inquiry to Probe Iran in Scottish Independence Debate
A UK inquiry into foreign political interference will investigate Iran's alleged use of fake accounts to influence the Scottish independence debate. Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander confirms the probe.
Solo Christmas 2025: The End of the £100 Turkey?
As festive plans shrink post-Covid, soaring turkey costs hit £100. A writer embraces a solo Christmas, exploring affordable, delicious alternatives to the traditional bird. Read for tips and trends.
Fugitive in Thames after water bottle clue reveals London hideout
A Colombian businesswoman accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned raspberries was rescued from the Thames after her UK location was revealed by a bottle of Buxton water in an interview. Read the full story.
Six-inch snow blizzard forecast to hit UK cities
New weather maps predict up to six inches of snow could blanket parts of the UK from December 30, with Scotland and northern England first in line. Discover the latest forecast and potential travel disruption.
UK-US Pharma Deal Lacks Legal Text, MPs Warn
MPs warn UK's zero-tariff pharmaceutical deal with the Trump administration is 'built on sand' as no legal text exists. Concerns mount over NHS costs and suspended tech pact. Read the full analysis.
Kylie Leads Wham! In Christmas Chart Battle
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
UK's £120m Ineos rescue raises industrial strategy doubts
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
Lads' trip ruined by drunken passport confiscation
A Glasgow man's lads' holiday descended into chaos when a drunk friend lost jewellery, accused everyone of theft, and confiscated their passports. Discover how one mistake ruined a friendship.
Uganda DNA Paternity Tests Show 98% Negative Results
Ugandan men face heartbreaking DNA test results as paternity disputes surge. Traditional leaders and clerics urge tolerance amid rising family conflicts. Read the full investigation.
Civil war in Corbyn's Your Party over Sultana
Jeremy Corbyn's new party, Your Party, is engulfed in a bitter civil war that could see co-founder Zarah Sultana barred from its inaugural conference in Liverpool. Discover the internal disputes threatening the socialist movement.
Kayla Itsines' Powerful Parenting Lesson Goes Viral
Fitness guru Kayla Itsines reveals how she taught her daughter to stand up for herself in a sibling dispute. Her relatable parenting moment sparks praise online.
Mega-Shed Planning Row Divides Kent Village
A massive 18ft 'mega-shed' has become the centre of a bitter planning dispute in a Kent village, with furious neighbours branding it a 'monstrous eyesore' that's destroying their rural views and privacy.
Starbucks baristas strike over UK contract disputes
Starbucks workers across Britain are taking unprecedented strike action in a dramatic escalation of their campaign for better contracts and working conditions.
Council fines residents £1,500 in recycling blunder
Westminster neighbours hit with massive fines after council wrongly accuses them of fly-tipping. The shocking case that exposes recycling system failures.
Scottish university staff launch five-day strike over pay
Lecturers and academic staff across Scotland are walking out in a major five-day strike action, disrupting classes and assessments in an escalating dispute over pay, working conditions, and job security.
Top 10 causes of family arguments revealed
New research reveals the surprising triggers causing family arguments across UK homes, from thermostat wars to TV remote conflicts and parking disputes.
Homeowners' fury over 'monstrous' 60ft warehouses
Furious residents who purchased new-build homes discover developers' secret plans for massive industrial warehouses looming over their properties, leaving them feeling cheated and trapped.
Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson Face Prison Threat
The Duke of York and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson confront their most serious legal challenge yet as financial and property disputes threaten their freedom and royal standing.
How I stopped my noisy upstairs neighbours
A UK resident shares their clever approach to handling disruptive upstairs neighbours after being driven to despair by constant banging and shouting through the ceiling.
Businessman sues golf club over lunch ban in legal battle
A wealthy businessman has launched a High Court lawsuit against his prestigious golf club after being banned from dining facilities over his dietary supplement company activities.
McIntyre's secret trick for noisy neighbours
Comedian Michael McIntyre reveals his brilliant passive-aggressive solution for dealing with loud neighbours that avoids direct confrontation entirely.
Police Advice: Your Rights Against Noisy Builders
Official police guidance explains when noisy construction work becomes a criminal matter and what steps homeowners can take against disruptive neighbours.
Chinese military helicopter crashes in South China Sea
A People's Liberation Army Navy helicopter has crashed during training exercises in the contentious South China Sea, raising concerns about regional military readiness amid ongoing territorial disputes.
Wealthy towns angered by rising padel tennis disruption
Wealthy residents in prosperous English towns are up in arms as the booming popularity of padel tennis brings unexpected noise pollution and disruptive behaviour to their previously tranquil communities.
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