£1.5bn Business Rates Rise Threatens UK High Street Shops
Major UK retailers face a £1.5bn business rates hike from April 2026, threatening store closures and job losses as the industry warns of a 'tipping point' for the high street.
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Rachel Reeves pledges business rates freeze and overhaul
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Labour's plan to overhaul business rates, freeze the multiplier, and increase the threshold for small business relief, aiming to revitalise Britain's struggling high streets.
Reeves: Business Rates Are A Punitive 'High Street Tax'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves vows to overhaul the UK's business rates system, branding it an unfair 'high street tax' that stifles growth and punishes brick-and-mortar retailers. Discover the plan for reform.
British family flees to Malaysia over UK crime fears
A British family reveals why they abandoned the UK for Malaysia, citing soaring crime rates and a loss of community safety. They claim their children's freedom has been restored in their new home, issuing a stark warning to the government.
Chicago CEO Murdered in Atlanta Carjacking Spree
Tragic death of Mike Gill, respected Chicago finance CEO, in an Atlanta carjacking spree sparks outrage and raises urgent questions on urban crime.
Jesus-like Image Appears on Chicago's 'Bean' Sculpture
A mysterious image resembling Jesus Christ materialised on Chicago's iconic 'Bean' sculpture, sparking wonder and debate among residents and visitors in Millennium Park.
UK Population Decline: The Coming Demographic Crisis
Exclusive investigation into the UK's looming population collapse. Discover why birth rates are plummeting, the economic timebomb this creates, and what policymakers aren't telling you about our demographic future.
Trump Demands Military Crackdown on Chicago Crime
Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on Chicago's crime crisis, urging a military-style intervention from the Department of Homeland Security and the National Guard to restore order, sparking a major political firestorm.
Federal Agents Raid Chicago Suburb in Major Operation
The Chicago suburb of Evanston was the scene of a significant federal law enforcement operation on Monday, with agents from multiple agencies executing a search warrant at a residential property. The nature of the investigation remains undisclosed as auth
ICE's Secret Chicago Operation: Trump-Era Crackdown Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how ICE agents in Chicago were instructed to conceal their identities and operations, targeting immigrants in a controversial Trump-era programme.
UK Savings Crisis: Average Easy Access Rate Plummets
Exclusive analysis reveals a growing savings gap in the UK, with high street banks offering paltry returns while the best easy-access deals deliver 25 times more interest. Discover why loyal customers are losing out.
Trump Demands National Guard Deployment to "War Zone" Chicago
Former President Donald Trump erupts at a reporter, insisting Chicago's crime epidemic requires military intervention and labelling the city a 'war zone' in a tense confrontation.
Chicago Mayor slams Trump's military deployment threat
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson issues a fierce rebuke of Donald Trump's suggestion to deploy the military in Democrat-run cities, vowing to uphold Chicago's values and protect its residents from what he calls an 'antithesis to American values'.
Trump's Chicago crime speech sparks fierce backlash
Former President Donald Trump faces a fierce backlash from Chicago officials and community leaders after a controversial speech where he labelled the city a 'haven for criminals' and appeared to blame its crime rates on Democratic policies and sanctuary c
CNN's Abby Phillip clashes with Ben Shapiro over Chicago crime
A fiery exchange erupts on CNN between anchor Abby Phillip and commentator Ben Shapiro as they debate the root causes of Chicago's soaring crime rates and the controversial 'defund the police' movement.
Chicago's Police Exodus: Ex-Chief Slams Leadership Over Crime Crisis
Former Chicago Police Superintendent Jody Weis delivers a scathing critique of the city's leadership, linking soft-on-crime policies to a dramatic surge in violent crime and officer exodus.
Chicago Labour Day Shootings: 48 Shot, 10 Killed
A wave of gun violence erupted across Chicago over the Labor Day weekend, resulting in at least 48 people shot, 10 fatally. The city's police are scrambling as communities demand an end to the relentless bloodshed.
FCA Warning: Banks Failing Savers on Interest Rates
Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority has uncovered a major failure by UK banks to pass on interest rate rises to savers, disproportionately harming vulnerable and older customers. Discover the findings and what it means for your money.
Chicago Residents Divided Over Trump's National Guard Proposal
Exclusive street-level report from Chicago reveals a city deeply split over Donald Trump's controversial call to deploy the National Guard to tackle urban crime, with opinions ranging from fervent support to vehement opposition.
Trump vows to send troops to crime-ridden US cities
Former President Donald Trump pledges to send US military into Democrat-run cities he labels 'hellholes' to restore law and order if re-elected, sparking a fierce political debate.
Morning Joe slams Chicago's 'Third World' crime crisis
MSNBC's Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski deliver a scathing on-air critique of Chicago's violent crime epidemic, branding it a 'Third World' crisis, following a bloody weekend that coincided with former President Trump's visit to the city.
Trump Attacks DC Mayor Over City Crime Rates
Former President Donald Trump launches a blistering attack on Washington DC Mayor Muriel Bowser, claiming she has surrendered the city to violent criminals and demanding a return to 'law and order'.
UK House Prices See Sharpest Annual Drop Since 2011
New data from Nationwide reveals UK house prices fell by 5.3% annually in December 2023, marking the most significant decline in over a decade as higher mortgage rates continue to dampen the property market.
UK House Prices Drop as US Tariffs Hit Global Markets
UK property market faces sharp correction as mortgage rates bite, while new US tariffs on China trigger global factory slowdown and market volatility.
Obama Slams Trump's 'Corrosive' Rhetoric on Chicago Crime
Former US President Barack Obama has delivered a sharp critique of Donald Trump's approach to crime and politics, specifically condemning his rhetoric on Chicago's violence as politically motivated and damaging to public discourse.
Obama's Secret Chicago Crime Crackdown Before Trump Revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals how the Obama administration launched a covert anti-crime task force in Chicago, a controversial legacy that continues to shape US urban policing strategies today.
Trump seizes federal control of DC's Union Station
Former President Donald Trump announces unprecedented federal takeover of Washington DC's iconic Union Station to combat surging crime rates, bypassing local authorities in a major law and order intervention.
Stephen Miller's Chicago Crime Claim Sparks Fury and Fact-Checks
Former Trump adviser Stephen Miller faces a backlash after claiming rampant crime in Chicago makes Washington DC 'look like a picnic', drawing ire from officials and fact-checkers.
ICE Agent Charged in Chicago Kidnapping
A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent and a woman have been charged with the violent armed kidnapping of Joshalin Rivera in Chicago, following a dramatic police chase and standoff.
Police Waste Millions on Bureaucracy Over Fighting Crime
A damning investigation reveals UK police forces are wasting millions on bureaucratic 'platitudes' and 'broken records' requests instead of tackling soaring crime rates. Victims are being failed as officers chase targets, not criminals.
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