IFS: Reeves faces worst economic inheritance since WWII
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts Britain's economic reality as experts warn of 'dark clouds' gathering over public finances, with tough decisions on tax and spending looming.
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Queen Camilla's poignant Remembrance tribute in Wiltshire
The Queen Consort honoured fallen heroes in a deeply personal ceremony at a war memorial near her Wiltshire home, while supporting the WI's remarkable project creating thousands of handmade poppies for Remembrance displays across the nation.
UK launches major cybersecurity shield against digital threats
The Alan Turing Institute unveils groundbreaking national mission to protect Britain's critical infrastructure from sophisticated cyber attacks as threat levels escalate.
Trigger Point: Cyanide Fruit Killer Targets London in ITV Drama
Vicky McClure returns as bomb disposal expert Lana Washington in explosive new series featuring cyanide-laced fruit and a terrifying Women's Institute killer
Palestinian journalist honoured with Press Freedom Award
Veteran Palestinian journalist Maryam Abu Daqqa receives International Press Freedom Award posthumously after dying under Israeli siege in Gaza, celebrating her 40-year career documenting human rights abuses.
IFS demolishes Lib Dem £2.5bn tax cut pledge
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey confronts mounting criticism after the Institute for Fiscal Studies dismantles his party's flagship £2.5bn tax cut proposal, revealing significant funding gaps and questioning economic credibility ahead of crucial elec
Blair think tank urges Miliband: Ditch green zealotry
In a dramatic intervention, a former Blair advisor tells Labour to prioritise cutting household costs over green targets, warning current plans could hike bills for millions.
Teacher banned over 'honour killings' lesson controversy
A UK teacher has been prohibited from the classroom following a controversial religious studies lesson about 'honour' killings that left students distressed and prompted safeguarding concerns.
Modern Witch Hunts: Understanding Moral Panics
An exploration of how contemporary society creates modern witch hunts, examining the psychology behind moral panics and their impact on public discourse and individual lives.
Men urged to test for cancer gene in breakthrough study
Groundbreaking research from The Institute of Cancer Research reveals men with BRCA2 gene faults face dramatically higher prostate cancer risks. Experts call for urgent screening changes.
UK diverted Ukraine research funds to Brexit work
Exclusive investigation uncovers how Whitehall redirected vital medical and environmental research funding away from Ukraine support programmes to bolster post-Brexit policy development.
RIBA confirms move from London to East Sussex
The Royal Institute of British Architects announces dramatic move from its prestigious London headquarters to rural East Sussex, marking the most significant change in its 190-year history.
IFS urges Rachel Reeves to consider welfare cuts in budget
The Institute for Fiscal Studies delivers stark warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, stating benefit cuts cannot be ruled out in upcoming budget despite political risks.
Aldi wins Christmas dinner showdown in supermarket test
Good Housekeeping Institute reveals which UK supermarkets deliver the best Christmas feast - with surprising winners and high street disappointments in this ultimate festive food test.
IFS warns Reeves against rushed tax reforms
The Institute for Fiscal Studies cautions Chancellor Rachel Reeves against implementing 'half-baked' revenue-raising measures that could harm the economy and undermine business confidence.
IFS warns Labour of severe economic constraints in government
Leading economic think tank warns Rachel Reeves faces 'iron chancellor' reality with limited fiscal flexibility, challenging Labour's spending ambitions ahead of potential government.
London Scientists Develop Revolutionary RNA Cancer Test
Groundbreaking research from London's Institute of Cancer Research develops new RNA-based testing method that could revolutionise how we detect and monitor cancer, offering new hope for patients.
Columbia University Faces Free Speech Lawsuit Over Campus Censorship
A landmark legal challenge accuses Columbia University of suppressing pro-Palestinian speech, igniting a fierce debate about academic freedom and political bias in US higher education.
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o: Language as Cultural Liberation
Nobel Prize-nominated author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o discusses how rejecting colonial languages became an act of cultural survival and political defiance in this compelling Guardian podcast analysis.
IFS: Government has 'no credible' economic plan
The Institute for Fiscal Studies has launched a scathing critique of both Conservative and Labour economic policies, warning of 'unacknowledged trade-offs' and challenging Liz Kendall's welfare reform ambitions.
Reeves shatters Treasury fiscal rules in economic reset
Labour's first female Chancellor announces dramatic overhaul of Treasury spending rules, prioritising economic growth over rigid fiscal constraints in major policy shift.
Starmer: Next government faces worst inheritance since WWII
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer confronts 'darkest hour' for public services as Institute for Fiscal Studies exposes dire economic reality awaiting next Prime Minister.
Anthropology Pioneer Adrian Mayer Dies at 101
Celebrating the remarkable life and legacy of Professor Adrian Mayer, whose groundbreaking fieldwork in India reshaped anthropology and illuminated complex social structures.
SNP ministers boycott Adam Smith Institute event
Scottish Secretary Alister Jack condemns SNP ministers for boycotting Adam Smith Institute event, calling it 'deeply disappointing' and highlighting constitutional tensions.
Reeves could raise £45bn in taxes without breaking pledges
Chancellor Rachel Reeves could raise £45bn through strategic tax reforms while honouring manifesto commitments, according to new economic analysis examining revenue-raising options.
Scientists discover hidden driver of Parkinson's progression
Groundbreaking research from the Francis Crick Institute reveals how immune system activation plays crucial role in Parkinson's advancement, opening new treatment possibilities.
Scientists Confirm Humans Glow in the Dark
Groundbreaking Japanese research reveals humans emit visible light that changes throughout the day, with fascinating implications for health and biology.
Ancient DNA Rewrites Human Migration From Africa
Revolutionary genetic research uncovers Arabia's pivotal role in early human migration out of Africa, challenging long-held theories about our ancestors' journey across the globe.
Political Titan Jack Spence Passes at 89
Celebrating the extraordinary life of Professor Jack Spence, the visionary political scientist who influenced generations of Westminster leaders and helped navigate Britain through European integration.
Reeves Rules Out Income Tax, NI, and VAT Rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has used her first major speech to pledge no increases to Income Tax, National Insurance, or VAT, while warning of difficult spending decisions to rebuild the economy.
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