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UK's Top Civil Engineering Universities 2025 Revealed

The Guardian's 2025 league table ranks UK universities for civil engineering. Discover which institutions lead in teaching, research, and graduate prospects in this comprehensive guide for future engineers.

Hong Kong Votes on Historic Same-Sex Partnership Bill

Hong Kong's legislature is poised for a historic vote on a bill granting legal recognition to same-sex partnerships, a significant step for LGBTQ+ rights in the territory, though it stops short of full marriage equality.

Civil Service Graduate Scheme Failing, Warns Report

A damning Institute for Government report reveals the Civil Service's flagship graduate scheme is failing to attract top talent, risking the future of UK policymaking. Discover the critical reforms needed.

Supreme Court rejects pothole injury claim against council

The UK Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal from a Kirkcaldy man seeking to sue Dundee City Council for a knee injury sustained from a pothole, setting a significant legal precedent for personal injury claims against local authorities.

SNP's £150k 'Work From Home' Fat-Cat Sparks Fury

Exclusive: A senior Scottish Government official is under fire for a £150,000 salary and a generous hybrid working arrangement, sparking accusations of hypocrisy and 'fat-cat' culture within the SNP administration.

Ex-NSW Police Officer Gets £2.3m After Arm Amputation

A former New South Wales police officer has been awarded a landmark £2.3 million in damages after a catastrophic car accident resulted in the amputation of her arm, in a case that highlights the long-term impact of traumatic injuries on emergency service

Court Sides With Protesters in Landmark Ruling Against Govt

In a major ruling for civil liberties, the Court of Appeal has sided with climate protesters, declaring that the government's guidance on what constitutes 'reasonable' protest was unlawful. The decision is a significant blow to the government's crackdown

Sex Therapist Barred From Suing Ex-Landlord

A London-based sex therapist has been barred from pursuing further civil claims against her former landlord after a judge deemed her relentless litigation an abuse of process and issued a restraining order.

Army stunt rider sues MoD over career-ending crash injuries

A decorated British Army motorcyclist is taking the Ministry of Defence to court, alleging catastrophic safety failures during a display rehearsal left him with life-altering injuries and chronic pain, ending his military career.

Mum exposed begging for council house while owning 5-bed home

A fraudulent mother who tearfully begged her council for emergency housing, claiming to be homeless, has been exposed as the owner of a spacious five-bedroom home. The shocking case reveals how she manipulated the system for over a year.

Freddie Mercury's Secret Lovechild Breaks Silence

In an emotional revelation, a man claiming to be the secret love child of Queen icon Freddie Mercury shares his story for the first time, detailing his quest for recognition and the striking physical resemblance that haunts him.

African royals in bizarre claim for Scottish land

A self-proclaimed African king and queen are attempting to claim a Scottish woodland through a 'legal loophole', demanding reparations for historic slavery in a move experts call 'legally baseless'.

Trump's Bizarre Pizza Claim About National Guard Exposed in Leak

A leaked video reveals Donald Trump making a bizarre and unfounded claim that National Guard troops refused him pizza during the January 6th Capitol riot. The footage, part of a forthcoming documentary, adds to the former president's history of controvers

Met Police Fury Over Jury Rights Protest Arrests

The Metropolitan Police is under fire after arresting peaceful protesters outside the Old Bailey for informing the public about their full legal rights as jurors. The move, condemned by MPs and civil liberties groups, raises serious questions about freedo

Aussie Dealer's Explosive Claims Against UK Boss in Toxic Clash

An Australian car salesman at a prestigious UK dealership unleashes a tirade of allegations against his former boss, claiming a 'personality clash' turned into a campaign of bullying and discrimination, leading to a bitter employment tribunal.

Trump's Bizarre Claim: 'We'd Have Lost WW2 Without Me'

In a stunning rally revelation, former US President Donald Trump claimed his leadership was pivotal to a World War Two victory, rewriting history in a speech that has left critics and historians baffled.

Appeals Court Dismisses $454M Trump Fraud Case

A New York appeals court has dismissed the $454 million fraud case against Donald Trump, a significant legal victory for the former President that halts the asset seizure threat from Letitia James.

HMRC £42bn Unclaimed Tax Refund Alert

Exclusive: HMRC is sitting on a £42bn pot of unclaimed tax refunds. Our guide reveals the simple checks to see if you're owed money and how to claim it securely.

Holidaymaker's £100 parking fine becomes £1,700 nightmare

A tourist's dream holiday in Cornwall turned into a financial nightmare after a disputed parking fine from a private firm spiralled into a £1,700 court battle. Discover how a common mistake led to a devastating legal loophole.

Starmer slams Putin's Alaska claim as 'absurd'

Labour leader Keir Starmer dismisses Vladimir Putin's historical claim over Alaska as 'ridiculous' while reaffirming UK's support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.

LA man wins £1.6m payout for pavement trip injury

A Los Angeles resident has been awarded a staggering £1.6 million after suing the city over an uneven pavement that caused him to trip. The case raises questions about public safety and liability for poorly maintained walkways.

Court rules against Home Office in protest case

The High Court has ruled that the Home Office acted unlawfully by evicting protesters from Epping Forest without proper consultation, marking a significant victory for civil liberties.

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