Reeves Unveils Labour's Economic Revolution
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers landmark speech outlining Labour's radical economic overhaul, from housebuilding boom to planning system shake-up and North Sea oil confrontation.
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Britain to be worst G7 economy in 2025, OECD warns
A damning OECD forecast predicts Britain will be the weakest economy among G7 nations next year, with growth projections slashed amid persistent inflation and political stagnation.
Global Economy Shows Surprising Resilience to Trump Tariffs
The OECD's latest economic outlook reveals a world economy weathering Trump's aggressive tariff strategy better than forecasted, with global growth holding steady at 3.1% despite trade tensions.
TK Maxx shoppers slam 'terrifying' new security measure
TK Maxx customers are expressing outrage and discomfort over a new 'intimidating' anti-theft initiative. Shoppers report feeling 'watched' and 'distrusted' as the retailer rolls out this controversial security strategy.
Labour's Economic Challenge: Legacy Grim, But Hope Needed
The new Labour government inherits a dire economic legacy, but voters demand solutions, not excuses. Analysis of the fiscal challenges and the urgent need for a hopeful, forward-looking strategy.
Labour's wellbeing economic framework fails to deliver
The UK government's flagship wellbeing framework, designed to shift economic focus beyond GDP, has struggled with implementation and impact despite its ambitious goals, according to experts.
Haldane: Economic failure fuels far-right extremism
Former Bank of England chief economist warns that without inclusive growth policies, economic discontent could fuel far-right extremism in Britain's political landscape.
Bank CEO Warns of Appalachian Economic Disaster
Huntington Bancshares CEO Brad Smith sounds the alarm on the economic crisis unfolding in Appalachia, calling for urgent investment and national attention to reverse the region's decline.
ICJ Rules Israel Must Prevent Genocide in Gaza
The UN's top court has issued a historic interim ruling, ordering Israel to take immediate steps to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza and allow humanitarian aid, while stopping short of demanding a ceasefire.
UK Economy Stagnates: Reeves Faces Budget Crisis
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts a major economic challenge as latest ONS figures show zero GDP growth in three months to August, putting Labour's ambitious investment plans at risk ahead of crucial Autumn Budget.
Met Police to use anti-drone tech for Trump UK visit security
Exclusive: Scotland Yard confirms sophisticated counter-drone measures will be in place for Donald Trump's upcoming UK visit, amid heightened security concerns and potential protests.
Argentina's Milei Faces Ultimate Election Test Over Radical Reforms
President Javier Milei's controversial austerity programme and radical economic reforms face a decisive verdict as Argentina heads to the polls. This analysis examines the high-stakes battle shaping the nation's future.
Canberra Health staff told to bring their own toilet paper
The ACT Health Directorate in Canberra has sparked outrage after instructing employees to supply their own toilet paper, hand soap, and tea towels in a bizarre austerity drive. The move has been branded 'penny-pinching madness' by furious staff and union
Half of US States on Brink of Recession, Analysis Reveals
A startling new economic analysis from Bloomberg Economics indicates that nearly half of all US states are either already in recession or teetering on the edge, signalling potential national economic turmoil ahead.
Canada Slaps 15% Tariff on US Goods in Pre-Trump Budget
Former BoE Governor Mark Carney unveils a defensive budget for Canada, introducing strategic tariffs and subsidies to shield the economy from potential aggressive US trade policies under a second Trump term.
Scotland's benefits bill crisis may force tax hikes and cuts
Scottish ministers confront stark warnings as the nation's soaring benefits expenditure threatens to trigger significant tax increases and austerity measures, testing the limits of devolved powers.
Macron's ally threatens to collapse government over budget cuts
François Bayrou, a key centrist ally of President Macron, has issued a stark ultimatum to the French government, threatening to vote against the 2025 budget and potentially trigger a political crisis over controversial spending cuts. The move exposes deep
Australian Household Spending Surge Defies Economic Gloom
New data reveals Australian households are spending more than expected, providing a crucial boost to the nation's economy and helping to counter weak growth in other sectors.
France's Debt Crisis Threatens Government Collapse
Exclusive analysis reveals how France's spiralling debt crisis threatens to topple the government and force brutal austerity measures, echoing the worst days of the Eurozone crisis.
Rachel Reeves' make-or-break moment on UK economy
Exclusive analysis reveals the immense pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves as she faces a critical turning point. With economic stagnation and public patience wearing thin, her upcoming fiscal statement could define this government's legacy. Will she sei
Greater Manchester Police Placed into Special Measures
Greater Manchester Police has been placed into special measures after a damning HMICFRS report uncovered systemic failures in crime recording, victim support, and emergency response times, leaving the public at risk.
Avian Flu Outbreak Confirmed in Massachusetts and Oregon
A highly pathogenic avian influenza strain has been detected in poultry flocks across Massachusetts and Oregon, prompting urgent containment measures and nationwide surveillance efforts.
UK faces £71bn fiscal black hole as policies fail, NIESR warns
The National Institute of Economic and Social Research issues a stark warning that UK government policies are failing, creating a £71bn fiscal black hole and risking a 'vicious cycle' of stagnation. Expert analysis reveals the critical challenges facing t
Australia's Economic Blind Spot: Women Key to Growth
Exclusive insights from Australia's Economic Reform Roundtable reveal how sidelining women's economic participation is costing the nation billions. Discover the urgent call for a gender-inclusive productivity revolution.
US Court Dismisses GOP Challenge to COVID Restrictions
A federal appeals court has dismissed a Republican-led lawsuit challenging North Carolina's COVID-19 safety measures, marking a significant victory for Governor Roy Cooper and state public health authority.
Kremlin Sanctions Western Journalists in Media Crackdown
The Kremlin intensifies its assault on press freedom, imposing sanctions on Western journalists in a brazen retaliation for international criticism of its Ukraine invasion. This analysis delves into the chilling implications for global media and democrati
Widow cuts dead husband's name from her skin in grief
A grieving mother undergoes a drastic DIY tattoo removal to cut her late husband's name from her skin, sparking a fierce debate on coping with loss.
Labour's blueprint for UK economic revival revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals Labour's five-pillar strategy to rebuild Britain's economic foundations, boost productivity, and deliver sustainable growth after years of stagnation.
London erects Kyiv-style anti-terror barriers in Westminster
Central London sees unprecedented security measures with anti-terror barriers installed around key government buildings, mirroring tactics used in war-torn Kyiv. The move follows heightened threat levels.
Urgent UK wildfire warning amid heatwave
Authorities have issued an urgent wildfire alert for multiple regions in the UK as soaring temperatures and dry conditions heighten fire risks. Stay informed on safety measures and affected areas.
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