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ICE conducts immigration checks at Bad Bunny concert

US immigration officials conducted checks outside a Bad Bunny concert in Washington, sparking outrage and allegations of racial profiling. The incident raises serious questions about enforcement tactics at cultural events.

Racing Chiefs Confront MPs Over Gambling Reform Threat

Leading figures from British horse racing, including Jockey Club chief Nevin Truesdale, confront MPs over dire financial threats posed by proposed gambling affordability checks. The industry warns of a potential £250 million loss and 4,000 job cuts.

Teacher rejected for mortgage quits job for van life

A young teacher's dream of homeownership was crushed by a shockingly low mortgage offer. Discover how she turned rejection into liberation by quitting her job and buying a van to explore the UK.

Australia's Radical 2% Deposit Home Scheme Launches

Australia launches a radical £1.2 billion housing initiative, enabling first-time buyers to purchase with just a 2% deposit. But will this ambitious scheme cool the market or fuel a price surge? Exclusive analysis inside.

Sydney House Prices Hit Record $1.6M Average

New data reveals Sydney's average house price has soared to a staggering $1,629,515 AUD, defying interest rate pressures and cementing its status as Australia's most expensive property market.

Indian Minister's 'Buy Australian Homes' Remark Sparks Fury

Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal faces backlash after suggesting wealthy Indians could purchase Australian properties to ease pressure on the local housing market, a comment labelled 'tone-deaf' during a severe affordability crisis.

Australia's Rental Nightmare: 42 Tenants Per Property

A perfect storm of soaring immigration and plummeting construction has ignited an unprecedented rental crisis across Australia, with desperate tenants now facing off against dozens of competitors for a single home.

EU Border Chaos: 14-Hour Airport Queues Threaten Summer Holidays

British travellers face potential summer holiday chaos as new EU border checks are set to cause major delays at airports across Europe. The Entry/Exit System (EES) could create queues of up to 14 hours, with experts warning of 'significant disruption' for

Victoria Overhauls Working With Children Check Laws

Victoria rolls out landmark reforms to its Working With Children Check system, introducing continuous monitoring and stricter enforcement to close critical safeguarding gaps and protect vulnerable minors.

Spender: Tax Reform Key to Young Australians' Future

Independent MP Allegra Spender makes a powerful case for overhauling Australia's tax system, arguing it's essential for improving housing affordability, wage growth, and intergenerational fairness for young Australians.

UK Poker Sites Face Major Regulatory Crackdown

Exclusive: The UK gambling landscape is set for its biggest shake-up in years. Discover how new government regulations will impact online poker sites, enforce stricter affordability checks, and what it means for players across the nation.

300,000 Brits missing vital NHS health checks

A shocking NHS report reveals how 300,000 UK residents are missing vital health checks. Discover the simple 14-point test that could prevent devastating consequences.

DWP confirms bank account check date

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced the date when it will start checking bank accounts of benefit claimants. Find out how this could affect you.

Finance minister fails basic housing question

Australia's finance minister is under fire after struggling to answer a basic housing affordability question. Critics slam the government's economic policies as out of touch with everyday Australians.

Mandatory checks for adults working with kids proposed

The UK government is considering a radical new policy requiring all adults in regular contact with children to undergo compulsory background checks in a bid to protect young people from sexual predators.

Juneau housing prices top Seattle, Portland

Juneau, Alaska's remote capital, is experiencing a severe housing affordability crisis, with median home prices now surpassing those in major West Coast cities like Seattle and Portland.

UK rental prices surge post-pandemic

Rental prices across the UK have surged dramatically since the pandemic, leaving tenants struggling with affordability. Discover the key factors driving this crisis and what it means for renters.

Australia's Family Home Tax Debate Heats Up

A heated debate is underway in Australia over whether the family home should be subject to taxation. Economists and policymakers clash over the potential impacts on housing affordability and wealth inequality.

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