IFS urges Rachel Reeves to consider welfare cuts in budget
The Institute for Fiscal Studies delivers stark warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, stating benefit cuts cannot be ruled out in upcoming budget despite political risks.
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Trump-era immigration policy detains West Africans in Ghana
Exclusive investigation reveals how Trump-era immigration policies led to the detention of West African migrants in Ghana, raising serious human rights concerns and diplomatic tensions.
Mother ordered to stop breastfeeding at leisure centre
A Sydney mother's public breastfeeding ordeal at a council-run leisure centre sparks outrage and prompts official investigation into discriminatory practices.
IFS warns Reeves against rushed tax reforms
The Institute for Fiscal Studies cautions Chancellor Rachel Reeves against implementing 'half-baked' revenue-raising measures that could harm the economy and undermine business confidence.
IFS warns Labour of severe economic constraints in government
Leading economic think tank warns Rachel Reeves faces 'iron chancellor' reality with limited fiscal flexibility, challenging Labour's spending ambitions ahead of potential government.
Belfast's abandoned shopping centre frozen in time
Explore the eerie remains of Belfast's Castlecourt Shopping Centre, left frozen in the 1990s with shops still fully stocked, revealing a haunting snapshot of retail history.
Melbourne Convention Centre evacuated after fire alarm
Thousands were forced to evacuate the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre after a fire alarm triggered emergency protocols, disrupting a significant business gathering and prompting a swift emergency response.
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o: Language as Cultural Liberation
Nobel Prize-nominated author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o discusses how rejecting colonial languages became an act of cultural survival and political defiance in this compelling Guardian podcast analysis.
IFS: Government has 'no credible' economic plan
The Institute for Fiscal Studies has launched a scathing critique of both Conservative and Labour economic policies, warning of 'unacknowledged trade-offs' and challenging Liz Kendall's welfare reform ambitions.
Starmer: Next government faces worst inheritance since WWII
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer confronts 'darkest hour' for public services as Institute for Fiscal Studies exposes dire economic reality awaiting next Prime Minister.
Anthropology Pioneer Adrian Mayer Dies at 101
Celebrating the remarkable life and legacy of Professor Adrian Mayer, whose groundbreaking fieldwork in India reshaped anthropology and illuminated complex social structures.
Reeves could raise £45bn in taxes without breaking pledges
Chancellor Rachel Reeves could raise £45bn through strategic tax reforms while honouring manifesto commitments, according to new economic analysis examining revenue-raising options.
Reeves Rules Out Income Tax, NI, and VAT Rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has used her first major speech to pledge no increases to Income Tax, National Insurance, or VAT, while warning of difficult spending decisions to rebuild the economy.
Food inflation soars, outstripping wage growth and budget help
New analysis reveals UK food inflation is rising twice as fast as overall prices, squeezing household budgets despite falling energy costs. The Spring Budget offers little immediate relief.
Mother charged after car crashes into Minto shopping centre
A 33-year-old woman, Melenaite Cataleva Malu, faces court after a terrifying incident where a car crashed through a shopping centre in Minto, Sydney, leaving a trail of destruction and two injured.
IFS Exposes £18bn Black Hole in Labour's Spending Plans
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces immediate economic reality check as Institute for Fiscal Studies exposes £18bn black hole in Labour's spending plans, forcing potential cuts to public services.
Hoon Driver Rams Through Shopping Centre Security Gate
Dramatic CCTV footage captures the terrifying moment a hoon driver in a Ford Falcon deliberately smashes through a security gate at a busy Queensland shopping centre, sending shoppers scrambling for safety.
UK Media & Film Studies University Rankings 2025 Revealed
The Complete University Guide 2025 has released its definitive rankings for Media and Film Studies degrees. Discover which UK institutions lead the pack in teaching quality, graduate prospects, and student satisfaction.
UK's Top Theology Universities Revealed for 2025
The Guardian's latest league table unveils the best UK institutions for Theology and Religious Studies. Discover which universities are leading in academic excellence, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects in this dynamic field.
Burford Garden Centre: UK's Unlikely Celebrity Haven
Discover how a humble garden centre in the Cotswolds became the UK's most surprising and sought-after celebrity haunt, attracting A-listers from Kate Moss to the Beckhams.
Jon Richardson joins Waterloo Road as new media studies teacher
Exclusive first look at comedian Jon Richardson as Waterloo Road's new media studies teacher. Get all the details on the highly anticipated return date and new series plotlines.
Wisconsin Data Centre Plan Sparks Water War With Locals
A fierce battle erupts in Menominee, Wisconsin, as locals and officials challenge a proposed $10 billion data centre's plan to consume billions of gallons of water annually, raising alarms over environmental impact and resource strain.
Dramatic Fire Destroys Kayaks at Nottinghamshire Centre
A major fire has devastated a watersports centre in Nottinghamshire, destroying dozens of kayaks and canoes. Shocking footage captures the intense blaze as crews battle the inferno.
Australia's £2.5m daily bill for empty Nauru detention centre
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's controversial offshore processing centre on Nauru costs taxpayers millions daily despite being virtually empty, sparking fresh debate about immigration policy costs.
University Launches Selena Quintanilla Academic Course
The University at Buffalo launches a groundbreaking academic course dedicated to the life and legacy of Tejano music icon Selena Quintanilla, examining her cultural impact and enduring influence.
Migrant Workers Occupy 'Alcatraz of the Everglades' in FL
In a stunning act of protest, undocumented migrant workers have occupied a notorious Florida detention centre, dubbed 'Alcatraz of the Everglades', drawing national attention to the state's immigration policies.
Alcatraz Immigration Centre Emptied in Rebuke of Trump
In an unprecedented move, the 'Alcatraz' immigration detention centre has been completely emptied of its inmates. The mass transfer of detainees is seen as a direct and dramatic reversal of the previous administration's hardline immigration policies, sign
ICE Faces Backlash Over LA Teen Detention Plans
US immigration authorities are under fire for plans to convert a former youth prison into a detention centre for migrant teenagers, raising serious welfare and legal concerns in Los Angeles.
Nvidia Smashes Q2 Forecasts as AI Demand Soars
Nvidia's second-quarter earnings have shattered expectations, with data centre revenue soaring by 156% to £20.7bn. The chipmaker's staggering performance underscores its unrivalled dominance in powering the global artificial intelligence revolution.
Dundee Police Probe Major City Centre Disturbance
Police Scotland are investigating a significant public order incident in Dundee city centre, with multiple officers responding to reports of a disturbance involving a large group.
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