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.
A secondary school teacher has remained on full sick pay for 16 years without returning to the classroom, costing taxpayers over £1 million and igniting a fierce debate on public sector sick leave reform.
Exclusive: Contestants on Channel Nine's hit renovation show The Block are locked in a salary dispute with producers, demanding fair compensation for their work and exposure. Insiders reveal growing tensions as negotiations continue behind the scenes.
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.
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British MPs are in line for a significant £7,000 pay increase, lifting their salaries to over £91,000, as recommended by the independent watchdog IPSA. This inflation-linked rise comes amidst a backdrop of sluggish wage growth and widespread industrial di
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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.
Exclusive investigation reveals how 3.5 million self-employed workers are left financially vulnerable with no statutory sick pay protection amid rising illness rates.
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.
Shocking new figures from the Office for National Statistics show Britain's gender pay gap remains stubbornly wide, with women effectively working for free for nearly two months each year compared to male colleagues.
A UK couple's world was turned upside down when their unborn baby's heart rate soared to a staggering 300 beats per minute. This is the incredible story of how NHS specialists at Liverpool's Heart Centre fought to save their little girl, Ivy, from a rare
Residents and business owners voice their fears as soaring crime, anti-social behaviour, and neglect turn once-thriving high streets into no-go zones, prompting a retail exodus.
A bombshell report reveals the UK's gender pay gap has been systematically underestimated for 20 years due to a critical flaw in official reporting, hiding the true scale of pay inequality for millions of women.
Residents in a quiet UK town are living in fear after a brutal daylight stabbing on their local high street. Shopkeepers and customers demand increased police patrols as community safety is shattered.
Exclusive investigation uncovers the stark pay disparities in the UK influencer market. Discover what content creators really earn on Instagram and TikTok, from nano-influencers to mega-stars, and why transparency is shaking the industry.
The GMB union has rejected the government's proposed 3.9% pay increase for NHS workers, branding it a 'real-terms pay cut' that fails to address the cost-of-living crisis and staff exodus.
Discover Humble Seed's innovative Wheat Protein Crackers – the high-protein, keto-friendly, and gluten-free snack that's taking the UK by storm. Our in-depth review reveals the taste, texture, and nutritional benefits of this game-changing crispbread.
A high school soccer coach in Pennsylvania has been suspended following allegations of involvement in sports betting, raising serious concerns about integrity in school sports.
A NASA astronaut has lifted the lid on the surprising pay scale for those who venture into space. Discover the financial realities of being an astronaut and how it compares to other high-risk professions.
A prestigious Japanese high school baseball team is under fire after allegations of bullying surfaced, casting a shadow over the national tournament.
The Low Pay Commission calls for an end to age-related pay disparities, urging the UK government to align minimum wages for all workers, regardless of age.
A Welsh city centre has been branded Britain's worst high street, with shoppers fearing for their safety amid rising crime and neglect.
UK police officers have been informed that future pay increases will depend on performance and reforms, sparking debate over fairness and morale.
A picturesque high street in the UK has been named among the most stunning, offering quaint shops, historic charm, and a delightful atmosphere perfect for a day out.
Thousands of NHS doctors and nurses are set to walk out in a new wave of strikes as pay negotiations collapse, threatening further disruption to patient care.
A Minnesota Islamic centre is under fire after appointing a convicted rapist as an imam, sparking outrage among worshippers and the local community.
Nearly all nurses across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland have overwhelmingly rejected the latest pay proposal, raising fears of further strikes and staffing shortages in the NHS.
Campaigners urge the UK government to increase statutory sick pay to £330 per week as millions struggle with illness-related financial strain.
A shocking shooting at a Philadelphia recreation centre has left several children wounded. Authorities are hunting for the gunman as the community reels from the violence.