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BBC spends £4k of licence fee cash on 'behaviour' mugs

The BBC is under fire after it was revealed the corporation spent thousands of pounds of licence fee money on branded mugs urging staff to 'call out bad behaviour', sparking outrage over wasteful spending.

Reeves Vows 'Iron Discipline' in First Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to deliver a budget of 'iron discipline' with tough spending rules, as she accuses the Tories of leaving the economy in ruins. Get the full analysis.

Saudi Pro League's £757m Spend Shakes Global Football

The Saudi Pro League's unprecedented £757m summer spending spree has catapulted it to second in global football expenditure, surpassing traditional European giants and signalling a dramatic shift in the sport's financial landscape, new analysis reveals.

Farage in firestorm over NHS 'disgrace' comments

Nigel Farage faces a furious backlash from military chiefs and the public after suggesting the NHS is a 'disgrace' and criticising the UK's defence budget on a live Question Time leaders' special.

Ford Spent $113K Public Funds on "Not For Sale" Hats

Ontario Premier Doug Ford faces scrutiny after revelations his office spent CAD$113,000 on 'Canada Not For Sale' hats and merchandise, raising questions about appropriate use of taxpayer money.

UK Inflation Soars, Energy Price Cap Rocketing

Exclusive: New economic forecasts predict a severe cost-of-living squeeze for UK households, with inflation surging and energy prices set to skyrocket. The government faces mounting pressure to act as a winter crisis looms.

Scottish Government warns of bankruptcy in financial crisis

Scotland faces an unprecedented financial emergency as ministers warn of potential 'bankruptcy' without urgent UK government intervention. Discover the implications for public services and the growing constitutional clash.

Liverpool's £1.5m Sydney-Style Roundabout Sparks Fury

Liverpool City Council faces intense backlash after spending £1.5 million on a controversial 'Sydney-style' roundabout redesign that locals brand a 'disgraceful waste' of public funds amidst severe service cuts.

Trump Warns UK Faces Defeat in Major War Without US

Ex-President Donald Trump delivers a stark warning to the UK, claiming the nation would be defenceless in a major conflict without American backing. His comments come amid ongoing debates about European defence spending.

Brits slash restaurant spending amid cost of living crisis

Faced with skyrocketing costs of eating out, a new wave of savvy consumers is adopting clever strategies to enjoy restaurant-quality meals without breaking the bank. Discover the money-saving hacks revolutionising how we dine.

UK Food Inflation Crashes to 18-Month Low

In a major relief for households, UK food inflation has dropped to its lowest level since January 2023. We break down which grocery prices are falling fastest and what it means for your weekly shop.

2008 Recession-Era Restaurant Deals Make Worrying Comeback

Iconic money-saving deals from the 2008 financial crash, like 'Gourmet Burger Kitchen's' 'Two for Ten' and 'Strada's' £5 pizza, are reappearing on high streets. Economists warn this trend is a classic harbinger of an economic downturn as consumers tighten

UK Retail Sales Crash Amid Soaring Inflation

New data reveals a sharp decline in UK retail sales, with like-for-like growth turning negative. Soaring food inflation and the cost-of-living crisis are forcing consumers to cut back severely on non-essential spending.

Freshers Splurge £10k on 'Insane' Dorm Makeovers

A new trend sees British university freshmen spending thousands on luxury dorm room transformations, from custom furniture to high-end tech, sparking debates on student spending and social media influence.

Rat Infestation Costs Scots Police £500k

Police Scotland faces a growing rodent infestation crisis, diverting half a million pounds from its strained budget to emergency pest control services in stations and fleet vehicles.

Kristi Noem Accused of Delaying Homeland Security Funds

Exclusive: South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is under fire after a federal report accused her office of deliberately delaying sign-off on millions in Homeland Security funds, impacting local law enforcement and emergency services.

Izak Rankine AFL Ban: Why Gambling Rules Are Vital

The controversial suspension of Adelaide Crows star Izak Rankine for breaching the AFL's gambling rules has ignited a fierce debate, serving as a crucial reminder of the fundamental integrity these policies are designed to protect.

Treasury's Fiscal Rules Become Dangerous Growth Bottleneck

Exclusive analysis reveals how the UK's rigid fiscal framework, designed for stability, is now actively hindering economic recovery, suppressing growth, and exacerbating the cost-of-living crisis. Experts warn the Treasury's orthodoxy is no longer fit for

UK 'Not Ready for War' with Russia, Warns Shapps

Exclusive: Defence Secretary Grant Shapps delivers a stark warning that Britain's military resilience is dangerously low, lacking the 'whole-of-nation' readiness needed to counter a potential Russian threat. A new review calls for urgent, sweeping reforms

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