New Rail Line for Birmingham and Manchester Announced
The Labour government unveils plans for a major new railway connecting Birmingham and Manchester, reversing the HS2 cancellation. Discover the economic and political strategy behind the move.
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Swedish woman's 5 odd things about UK life
A Swedish expat shares her culture shock after moving to the UK with her British boyfriend, from beans on sandwiches to carpets in bathrooms. Discover the five details she finds most odd.
Government Backs £45bn Northern Powerhouse Rail Plan
The government pledges up to £45bn for Northern Powerhouse Rail, a three-stage plan to connect cities from Liverpool to Newcastle, aiming to reverse decades of underinvestment.
£45bn Northern Rail Overhaul Unveiled After Years of Delay
The Government has unveiled detailed plans for the long-awaited Northern Powerhouse Rail, a £45bn project promising new lines and major upgrades to end decades of underinvestment. Discover how it will change travel.
£45bn Northern Powerhouse Rail Plan Unveiled
The Government unveils a £45bn plan for Northern Powerhouse Rail, promising new lines and upgrades to transform creaking services and boost the economy. Discover the details.
Vieve Beauty Brand Lands £9m Investment for Global Expansion
Scottish makeup artist Jamie Genevieve secures a £9 million investment for her vegan beauty brand Vieve, aiming for international store expansion and product innovation. Discover her journey.
PM's Rental Income Doubles National Average
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's Copacabana Beach property generated about £75,000 in rental income last year, more than double the typical UK landlord's earnings. Discover the details of his property portfolio.
Racial and Religious Hate on UK Transport Soars
New data reveals a sharp 40% rise in hate crimes on UK buses and trains. Experts warn of a 'public safety crisis' as victims feel unprotected. Read the full report.
Hate Incidents on UK Public Transport Show Sharp Rise
Alarming new data shows a significant increase in racial and religious hate incidents on UK public transport. Experts warn of a corrosive impact on community safety. Read the full report and analysis.
FTSE 100 has best year since 2009, gains 21.5%
The UK's FTSE 100 index surged 21.5% in 2025, its strongest annual performance since 2009, outperforming major US and European rivals. Discover the sectors that drove the growth.
Plymouth house prices rise 12.6%, fastest in UK
Plymouth recorded the UK's steepest house price rise in 2025, up 12.6%. Discover the hotspots, London's slump, and the latest property market trends.
Logan Paul's £5.3m Pokémon Card Sparks Investment Debate
YouTube star Logan Paul sparks debate by urging Gen Z to make risky investments like Pokémon cards, while flaunting his own £5.3m collectible. Is this shrewd advice or irresponsible?
Kraft invests $240m in Club América and Azteca Stadium
A US investor group including NFL's Robert Kraft has bought a major stake in Mexico's Club América. The deal values the iconic club and its World Cup stadium at $490 million. Read the full story.
Stansted expansion green-lit, set to be UK's 2nd busiest airport
Stansted Airport's expansion plans are approved, paving the way for 51 million annual passengers and 4,500 new jobs. Discover how this will reshape UK air travel.
Glasgow Subway to Get Driverless Trains in 2026
Glasgow's subway system is set for a historic upgrade, with driverless trains expected to launch in late 2026. Discover how this UK-first project will transform the city's transport.
Prince William: Wales a 'Dynamic Nation' for Investment
The Prince of Wales addressed global investors in Newport, hailing Wales's tech and green energy potential and sharing personal memories of making his first home with Catherine on Anglesey.
William Urges Investors to Seize 'Extraordinary' Welsh Potential
Prince William urged global investors to seize the 'extraordinary possibility' in Wales at a major summit, praising the King's legacy and highlighting the nation's clean energy and tech sectors.
William Champions Wales at Major Investment Summit
The Prince of Wales will address over 250 firms at a landmark summit in Newport, promoting Wales as a hub for tech, innovation, and skilled talent. Discover the key sectors and opportunities.
Farmers Blast Rural Speed Limit Cuts to 70km/h
Australian farmers condemn government proposal to slash rural speed limits to 70km/h, calling it 'extraordinary nonsense' that will delay food supplies without fixing road safety.
Samsung pledges £310bn domestic investment post-US deal
Samsung and Hyundai announce massive domestic investment plans in South Korea following a new US trade agreement that averts Trump-era tariffs. Discover the economic implications.
Millionaire flees Australia, warns property dream is over
Matt Cameron sold his entire Australian property portfolio after audit revealed poor returns. He now lives luxuriously in Bali and urges others to follow his investment strategy abroad.
Newcastle to Sydney bullet train debate heats up
A fierce debate is unfolding over whether the Newcastle to Sydney leg should be prioritised over other sections of Australia's planned Melbourne to Brisbane high-speed rail, with experts divided on the strategic benefits.
Sydney Transport Crisis: Major Rail Delays Hit Network
Commuters across Sydney and New South Wales face severe disruptions as significant delays hit the rail network, with Transport for NSW issuing urgent warnings and alternative travel advice.
Branson's £500m plan to revive Ashford ghost terminal
Virgin founder Richard Branson proposes ambitious £500 million transformation of Ashford's abandoned international terminal into thriving business and transport hub, creating thousands of jobs.
Glasgow's Free Transport for Young and Elderly Begins
Glasgow pioneers groundbreaking free public transport initiative offering unlimited bus, train and subway travel to under-22s and over-60s in major sustainability push.
Sydney transport chaos as new timetables spark major delays
Major disruptions hit Sydney's transport network as new timetables cause widespread delays and cancellations, prompting urgent government intervention and union warnings.
Sydney's Transport Chaos: New Timetable Sparks Fury
Sydney commuters face severe disruptions as new transport timetables take effect, triggering union warnings of safety risks and service reliability concerns across the city's network.
UK probes Pfizer and Novo Nordisk investments
The UK government launches a national security probe into major pharmaceutical investments by US-based Pfizer and Denmark's Novo Nordisk, raising concerns about foreign influence in Britain's vital healthcare sector.
Gold Rally Warning: Prices Falling as Experts Predict Bust
Investment professionals sound alarm as gold's spectacular rally shows signs of cracking. Discover why the precious metal's sudden decline could signal deeper market troubles ahead.
Sydney transport chaos as new timetable sparks major delays
Sydney commuters face major disruptions as a new transport timetable takes effect, causing widespread delays and triggering industrial action threats from rail unions over staffing concerns.
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