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UK Airport Rankings: Best and Worst Terminals Revealed

Exclusive passenger survey ranks UK airports from best to worst. Discover which terminals topped the charts for customer satisfaction and which faced harsh criticism in this comprehensive travel analysis.

English Speakers Are The Unhappiest In The World

A major new study by the University of Birmingham and CEPR has uncovered a stark language-based happiness gap, with English speakers reporting significantly lower life satisfaction than the global average.

UK Job Cuts Accelerate at Fastest Pace Since 2021

New data from the Bank of England shows British businesses slashed jobs at the most rapid rate in four years during summer 2025, amid weakening demand and persistent economic pressures.

Lloyds Bank Puts 1,600 Jobs Under Review in Restructure

Exclusive: Lloyds Banking Group launches a sweeping operational review, putting 1,600 roles under consultation while simultaneously creating 830 new positions in a strategic shift towards enhanced digital services.

Halifax to Shut 13 Branches in UK Shake-Up

Halifax confirms 13 more bank branches will permanently close by early 2025, dealing another blow to the UK's struggling high streets. See the full list of affected locations and dates.

NatWest to close 26 bank branches in 2024

High street giant NatWest Group announces another wave of closures, shutting 26 branches across England, Scotland, and Wales in 2024, citing a dramatic shift to online banking.

1 in 4 Face Racism in UK Countryside, Survey Reveals

A landmark survey by the Rural Services Network exposes the pervasive reality of racism in the UK's countryside, with 1 in 4 ethnic minority residents experiencing discrimination, challenging the idyllic image of rural life.

UK Bank Shares Plunge on Budget Windfall Tax Reports

UK banking stocks suffered a dramatic sell-off following reports that Rachel Reeves is considering a new windfall tax on lenders in the upcoming autumn budget. The proposal, aimed at funding national priorities, sent shockwaves through the financial secto

Bank of England Losses to Cost Taxpayers £200bn

A new report reveals the staggering cost of the Bank of England's quantitative easing programme, with taxpayers facing a bill of up to £200 billion, intensifying calls for a windfall tax on banks.

NYC Tree Census Shows 5% Growth in Urban Canopy

A groundbreaking city-wide survey uncovers a 5% surge in New York's street tree population, with Queens leading the growth. Discover the changing face of the urban forest and its impact on climate resilience.

Australia: US Aid Cuts Under Trump Would Help China

Exclusive survey reveals Australian foreign policy experts fear drastic US aid reductions under potential Trump administration would create power vacuum in Pacific, directly benefiting China.

Top Dog Breeds Cost UK Owners Over £50,000 Lifetime

A comprehensive new study by Forbes Advisor uncovers the staggering lifetime costs of owning the UK's most popular dog breeds, with the French Bulldog topping the list at over £55,000. Discover which breeds are budget-friendly and which will break the ban

The Unusual New Check Every UK Homebuyer Must Do

Homebuyers across the UK are adopting a bizarre new due diligence tactic, investigating a property's 'toilet etiquette' to avoid disastrous neighbour disputes. This strange trend is becoming a crucial step in the property search.

Half of UK Adults Fear AI Will Take or Alter Their Job

Exclusive polling data uncovers a nation on edge, with 50% of UK workers fearing artificial intelligence will either replace them or significantly change their role. Discover the demographics most at risk and the growing call for government action.

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