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Kids protest Labour's private school tax plan

Dozens of students and parents staged an emotional protest outside Labour's London headquarters, warning that the party's VAT on private schools could devastate family finances and overwhelm state education.

Kushner investigated over £1.8bn Saudi investment

Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner faces congressional investigation over massive Saudi investment in his private equity firm, raising questions about influence peddling and Middle East policy.

UK's Best & Worst High Streets Revealed

Exclusive research by the Mirror names Westminster as Britain's top shopping destination, while Blackburn faces a stark struggle. Discover the full ranking and what it means for your local high street.

Kmart's Global Takeover: The Aussie Retail Giant's Next Move

The humble Australian discount retailer Kmart is taking the world by storm. Discover how its unique 'hustle' strategy and new Asian mega-store are setting the stage for global retail supremacy, challenging giants like Target and Big W.

Trump vows to slash diversity funding for HBCUs

Former US President Donald Trump has pledged to eliminate federal funding for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes, a move that threatens crucial financial support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) if he wins a second t

M&S Profits Surge 58% in Spectacular Turnaround

Marks & Spencer stages a remarkable financial comeback, with profits surging 58% as its bold 'Never the Same Again' transformation strategy delivers results. Discover how food and clothing sales are driving growth.

Matt Damon & Ben Affleck Sign Major Disney Production Deal

Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's production company, Artists Equity, has secured a significant first-look deal with Disney, marking a major power move in Hollywood. The deal comes as their latest project, a Beatles documentary directed by Peter Jackson, gains

UK Firms Halt Hiring After 'Anti-Business' Budget

Business leaders sound the alarm as companies across Britain freeze recruitment following Labour's first Budget. Discover the sectors hit hardest and why bosses fear a return to '1970s-style' economic policies.

Scotland's £500m Green Energy Investment in Highlands

The Scottish Government is spearheading a massive £500 million investment in the Highlands and Islands' green energy sector, partnering with a US private equity firm to create sustainable jobs and boost the local economy.

Claire's to close UK stores in restructuring move

Iconic accessories retailer Claire's is set to close several of its UK stores as part of a major Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) restructuring plan, impacting the British high street.

CEX staff slammed for 'offensive' retail worker display

Electronics retailer CEX has sparked fury after employees created a controversial window display featuring a mannequin slumped over a till, labelled 'Average Retail Worker'. The stunt has been branded 'disgusting' and 'tone-deaf' by furious customers.

Build Your Own Home For A £30,000 Discount

The UK government launches a groundbreaking scheme allowing families to secure massive discounts on new homes by contributing 'sweat equity' through construction work. Discover how this initiative tackles the housing crisis and empowers aspiring homeowner

Trump could deploy private army in US cities

Exclusive: Donald Trump is reportedly exploring using private security contractors for domestic operations, including immigration enforcement and policing, raising alarming legal and constitutional questions.

Anti-DEI Campaigner Appointed to Top Think Tank Role

Exclusive: The activist who successfully pressured over 100 major US firms to abandon their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion pledges has been appointed a Senior Fellow at a prestigious Westminster think tank. Discover the details of his new swanky gig and

Asda's Zero UK Tax Payment on £1bn Profit Sparks Fury

Supermarket giant Asda faces backlash after paying zero UK corporation tax despite £1 billion profits, while its private equity owners extract massive dividends. Labour's Rachel Reeves condemns the 'unfair system'.

Cracker Barrel Removes Pride Support After Backlash

US restaurant chain Cracker Barrel sparks controversy and accusations of 'caving' after quietly deleting its Pride Month support and DEI initiatives from its website, following conservative criticism.

Trump Vows to Ban 'Woke' Military Books

Ex-President Donald Trump pledges to ban books promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from US military libraries if re-elected, calling it a 'critical fight' for the nation's armed forces.

West Ham Women in US private equity investment talks

West Ham United's women's team is in exclusive negotiations with a US private equity firm for a significant strategic investment, signalling a major shift in the landscape of women's football ownership and finance.

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