The UK's Financial Conduct Authority has raised a major red flag, revealing that a large portion of the nation's finance sector is dangerously reliant on outdated technology, posing a severe threat to operational resilience and consumer protection.
Retail giant John Lewis Partnership warns the upcoming National Insurance increase will act as a 'tax on jobs' and hurt both businesses and workers amidst the cost of living crisis.
Nearly five decades after anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko died in police custody, South Africa's National Prosecuting Authority has ordered a fresh inquest into his death, reopening one of the regime's most notorious cases.
A landmark exhibition at London's National Gallery challenges a century of art history, presenting Georges Seurat not as a cold technician but as a radical visionary of harmony and modern life.
A rapidly expanding wildfire, fuelled by powerful winds, is menacing California's iconic Giant Sequoia groves. Firefighters are in a critical battle to protect these ancient natural wonders, some over 3,000 years old, from catastrophic damage.
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has issued a landmark provisional ruling, finding Google's ad tech dominance harms competition and consumers. The tech giant now faces the stark choice of a forced breakup or major divestments.
A seismic investigation by the FCA into discretionary commission arrangements could see millions of British motorists claim compensation for unfairly inflated car finance payments. Here's how to check if you're affected.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer challenged Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Hamas's October 7th attacks during a private London meeting, while Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper faced criticism for her absence from the talks.
A former high school teacher from Connecticut has been sentenced to prison for a disturbing sexual relationship with a former student she later hired as a nanny, a case that has shattered professional boundaries.
Former Shadow Minister Heidi Alexander calls out Ryanair for its handling of EU261 compensation claims, urging the CAA to investigate potential passenger rights violations.
Reform UK announces radical manifesto pledge to abolish the Financial Conduct Authority's power to regulate banks, promising a bonfire of red tape for the financial sector.
An 85-year-old woman on a guided hike in South Dakota's Badlands National Park was tragically killed after being charged and trampled by a massive bison. The shocking incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of wild animals.
Donald Trump's legal team has launched an aggressive new motion, demanding extensive records from the US Department of Defence. The move aims to prove the former President's authority to designate documents as personal, potentially derailing the Mar-a-Lag
Liverpool FC faces a major setback as key players Andy Robertson and Diogo Jota sustain injuries on international duty, casting doubt on their availability for crucial upcoming fixtures.
English amateur golf sensation Lottie Woad makes history with a stunning comeback victory at the Augusta National Women's Amateur, securing a dramatic win on the iconic 18th hole.
UK travellers heading to Colorado's Great Sand Dunes National Park face hefty fines for ignoring strict parking rules during peak season. Essential reading for US road trips.
New England manager Thomas Tuchel attempts to sideline politics while navigating the immense symbolic weight of leading the Three Lions. Can football truly exist in a vacuum?
Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority has uncovered a major failure by UK banks to pass on interest rate rises to savers, disproportionately harming vulnerable and older customers. Discover the findings and what it means for your money.
Outrage erupts on the exclusive island of Martha's Vineyard as residents face a sudden and steep increase in ferry fares to Massachusetts, threatening local livelihoods and sparking accusations of corporate greed.
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.
The Biden administration suspends visa approvals for Palestinian Authority passport holders, citing security concerns. The move marks a significant tightening of US immigration policy and has drawn immediate criticism from rights groups.
In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.
Yellowstone National Park experiences a bizarre festive anomaly as a summer blizzard blankets its iconic landscapes in deep snow, raising urgent questions about our planet's changing climate patterns.
Defence Secretary Barry Davies ignites a national debate by advocating for the return of compulsory National Service, arguing it would instil discipline, bridge social divides, and bolster UK security in an increasingly volatile world.
A US Justice Department employee on secondment in Sydney has been dismissed after being filmed making an obscene hand gesture towards Australian National Guard troops during Bondi fires operations.
Pennsylvania Democrats, led by Rep. Nick Pisciottano, marched 110 miles to the state capitol in a high-stakes protest against crippling public transport cuts, demanding urgent action to avert a fiscal cliff.
The United States has blocked a visa for the Palestinian Authority's UN envoy, preventing his attendance at the General Assembly. The move sparks accusations of political interference and raises tensions in a critical diplomatic period.
Exclusive: American comedian Sammy Obeid's show in Singapore was shut down by authorities for jokes about Palestine, sparking a fierce debate on censorship and free speech in the city-state.
The Financial Conduct Authority launches an urgent review into its conflict of interest policies after its former head of enforcement, Therese Chambers, takes a senior role at a US hedge fund, raising serious concerns about the City's 'revolving door' cul
A scathing new report reveals how performative 'patriotism' is undermining the UK's global standing and real national values. Discover the difference between true British identity and empty symbolism.