Reeves Denies North Sea Job Loss Figures
Chancellor Rachel Reeves dismisses report of 1,000 monthly oil and gas job losses, drawing furious backlash from industry leaders who accuse her of being 'in total denial'. Read the full story.
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UK Inquiry to Probe Iran in Scottish Independence Debate
A UK inquiry into foreign political interference will investigate Iran's alleged use of fake accounts to influence the Scottish independence debate. Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander confirms the probe.
Solo Christmas 2025: The End of the £100 Turkey?
As festive plans shrink post-Covid, soaring turkey costs hit £100. A writer embraces a solo Christmas, exploring affordable, delicious alternatives to the traditional bird. Read for tips and trends.
Fugitive in Thames after water bottle clue reveals London hideout
A Colombian businesswoman accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned raspberries was rescued from the Thames after her UK location was revealed by a bottle of Buxton water in an interview. Read the full story.
Six-inch snow blizzard forecast to hit UK cities
New weather maps predict up to six inches of snow could blanket parts of the UK from December 30, with Scotland and northern England first in line. Discover the latest forecast and potential travel disruption.
UK-US Pharma Deal Lacks Legal Text, MPs Warn
MPs warn UK's zero-tariff pharmaceutical deal with the Trump administration is 'built on sand' as no legal text exists. Concerns mount over NHS costs and suspended tech pact. Read the full analysis.
Kylie Leads Wham! In Christmas Chart Battle
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
UK's £120m Ineos rescue raises industrial strategy doubts
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
Filipino survivors sue Shell over deadly typhoon in UK court
More than 100 survivors of Super Typhoon Rai are suing Shell in a landmark UK case, arguing the firm's emissions intensified the storm that devastated their communities. Read the full story.
OJ Simpson estate accepts $58M Goldman family claim
OJ Simpson's estate has accepted a $58 million claim from Ron Goldman's father, decades after the civil ruling. Discover the details of the long legal battle and why the payout will be a fraction.
BHP liable for Brazil's 2015 dam disaster in UK court
London's High Court finds mining giant BHP liable for the 2015 Fundão dam collapse that caused Brazil's worst environmental disaster. Read the full ruling details.
UK Court Revives £36bn Brazil Dam Case Against BHP
British victims triumph as UK High Court allows historic £36 billion lawsuit against BHP over Brazil's catastrophic Mariana dam collapse to proceed, marking one of largest group claims in English legal history.
Baby Powder Legal Battle: Multi-Million Pound UK Case
A landmark legal case involving baby powder safety has sparked a multi-million pound courtroom drama, revealing corporate secrets and consumer safety concerns that could affect millions of British families.
Teacher shot by student sues school over ignored warnings
Abby Zwerner, the Virginia teacher shot by a six-year-old student, files groundbreaking lawsuit against school officials alleging deliberate indifference to warning signs before the classroom shooting.
Reeves slams 'unfair' tax loophole for LLP partners
Shadow Chancellor targets controversial tax arrangement allowing limited liability partners to claim generous reliefs while ordinary taxpayers foot the bill.
Teacher wins £7.5m after tripping on uneven pavement
A primary school teacher's routine walk turns catastrophic after tripping on cracked pavement, leading to a multi-million pound settlement and raising serious questions about pavement safety.
Target sued over customer slip on spilled milkshake
Retail giant Target confronts legal action after a customer suffered severe injuries from slipping on a spilled milkshake in their Winter Garden, Florida location, raising questions about store maintenance protocols.
EU Court: Airlines liable for pets in hold luggage
Landmark European Court ruling establishes airline responsibility for pet welfare during flights, offering new protections for animal travellers.
Woman Sues Johnson & Johnson Over Talc Cancer Claims
A British woman with terminal cancer is taking legal action against Johnson & Johnson, claiming their talc-based products caused her illness in a case that could have significant implications for consumer safety.
Mitchum deodorant lawsuit over severe skin burns
Popular antiperspirant brand Mitchum confronts potential class action lawsuit as consumers report severe chemical burns, blisters, and permanent scarring from their clinical strength products.
UK's £2TN Palestine gamble could trigger historic reparations bill
Exclusive: The Prime Minister's landmark decision to recognise Palestinian statehood could expose British taxpayers to unprecedented financial claims dating back to the British Mandate, with experts warning of a potential £2 trillion liability.
Ohio High School Football Hazing Scandal: Lawsuit Filed
Shocking allegations emerge as Ohio high school football players are sued for horrific hazing rituals, including sexualised assaults with a broomstick. The lawsuit reveals a culture of abuse and institutional failure.
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.
Councils risk liability over 20mph limit reversals
Local authorities reversing 20mph speed limits and Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs) could be held legally responsible for resulting road fatalities, warns new guidance.
Investors sue UK over failed Cumbria coalmine
Investors are taking legal action against the UK government after the collapse of the controversial Cumbria coalmine project, potentially leaving taxpayers to cover the costs.
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