UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
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22 Premier League stars face Christmas suspension
A total of 22 Premier League players are one booking away from a festive ban. Discover which stars, including Arsenal and Man City players, could miss the Boxing Day fixtures.
UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Unseasonal birdsong sparks climate debate in UK
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
Podcast: Reviewing 2025's biggest political moments
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
Foreign Spouses Cost UK Taxpayers Billions, Report Finds
A shocking report reveals foreign partners on visas cost the UK state an average of £109,000 each. Read the full analysis and political reaction here.
Iran Boycotts World Cup Draw in US Visa Protest
Iran will boycott the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC after the US granted visas to only four delegation members, excluding the football federation president. FIFA is investigating.
US Prioritises Visas for Major Sporting Event Fans
The Trump administration orders embassies to expedite visas for 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics attendees while imposing new restrictions on H-1B applicants linked to online censorship. Read the latest.
Iran to attend World Cup draw after visa dispute
Iran's football federation reverses boycott decision for the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington. Head coach attends, but president's visa was denied. Read the full diplomatic and sporting clash.
WA Fishing Bans to Push Up Seafood Prices
Tough new fishing bans in Western Australia to protect critically low fish stocks will send seafood prices soaring. The measures start on December 16. Read more.
50,000 Student Visa Appeals Swamp Australian Tribunal
Australia's Administrative Review Tribunal faces a backlog of nearly 50,000 student visa appeals, driven by tougher rules and a focus on permanent residency over study. Read the full analysis.
Visa spelling error costs tourist £400 at airport
An Australian holidaymaker's dream trip to Vietnam turned into a £378 nightmare after a simple typo on her e-Visa. Discover how to avoid this costly travel mistake.
US Abortion Laws: 13 States Enact Total Bans
Explore the fractured US abortion landscape post-Roe v Wade. 13 states have near-total bans, while four restrict after six weeks. Track the latest state laws and ballot measures.
Migration Agent Exposes Partner Visa Fraud Epidemic
A veteran migration agent reveals shocking partner visa scams exploiting vulnerable Australian women, with organised networks flooding the system while authorities fail to act.
France imposes €20k fines for disruptive air passengers
France introduces tough new measures against disruptive airline passengers, with fines up to €20,000 and flight bans of four years. Learn how this protects crew and passenger safety.
UK Visa Bans for Nations Refusing Migrants
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces a 'sliding scale' of visa sanctions against countries refusing to take back illegal migrants. Discover the sweeping asylum reforms.
Reform UK Immigration Plans Threaten NHS Doctors' Future
An emergency medicine doctor who worked through Covid fears deportation under Reform UK's proposed visa rules. Discover how skilled migrants face uncertainty over their UK futures.
Tennis players banned in ITIA corruption crackdown
Two professional tennis players face lengthy suspensions after being found guilty of multiple corruption charges in a major crackdown by the International Tennis Integrity Agency.
UK med student denied US visa despite Chicago acceptance
Aspiring medic from Kent faces devastating US visa rejection after being accepted to prestigious Chicago medical school, leaving her future in limbo despite significant financial commitment.
DeSantis blocks H-1B visa sponsorship at Florida universities
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis mandates state universities to cease H-1B visa sponsorship for international students, sparking concerns about academic freedom and economic impact on Florida's tech sector.
Walmart slashes H-1B visa workers amid Trump crackdown
Retail giant Walmart dramatically reduces foreign tech workers as Trump administration tightens visa regulations, sparking debate about skilled immigration and corporate hiring practices.
NRL bans players for 10 years in R360 rebel league crackdown
The NRL has issued unprecedented 10-year bans to players involved with the breakaway R360 competition, marking the toughest sanctions in rugby league history as the governing body defends the sport's integrity.
Parents face bans for abuse at kids' sports events
New government crackdown targets toxic parents with banning orders for offences including shouting abuse, threatening officials, and even public urination at children's sporting events.
UK mandates A-Level English for work visas
The UK government announces stricter English language requirements for work visas, raising the bar to A-Level standard in major immigration policy shift affecting thousands of applicants.
Italian Resort to Turn Away Tourists in Overtourism Fight
The picturesque Italian village of San Vito di Cadore is implementing strict visitor caps and tourist bans in a bold move to combat overtourism and protect its authentic Alpine character.
Tourist Visa Scam Warning: Don't Get Duped
Exclusive investigation reveals how sophisticated scam sites are tricking British travellers out of hundreds of pounds for visa applications. Learn how to spot the fakes and protect your money.
Pakistani migrant deported in schoolgirl sham marriage scam
Exclusive investigation reveals how a Pakistani migrant attempted to cheat Britain's immigration system by arranging a sham marriage with a teenage schoolgirl, leading to his deportation and exposing alarming visa fraud tactics.
EU's 'Punitive' Visa Rules Target British Travellers
Brussels faces backlash over controversial ETIAS visa waiver system that could see UK citizens barred from EU travel for minor offences, in what critics call a 'spiteful' post-Brexit move.
Texas AG investigates John Grisham in library content probe
Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton launches investigation into major publishers and authors including John Grisham over 'inappropriate content' in school libraries, escalating America's culture wars.
Brisbane man trapped in Dubai visa nightmare
Andrew Burow, a Queensland father, faces financial ruin and separation from his family after being stranded in Dubai due to visa complications. His heartbreaking story reveals the hidden dangers of international travel bureaucracy.
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