New analysis reveals the complex reality behind online scams, where many perpetrators are themselves victims of human trafficking and modern slavery. Authorities must adopt a more nuanced approach to tackling this growing crisis.
Exclusive investigation reveals how cash-strapped local authorities across England are selling former council homes to private developers instead of replacing social housing, exacerbating the national housing crisis.
Exclusive investigation reveals desperate African parents are flying to Spain with their children only to abandon them, exploiting a legal loophole that allows minors to later bring their entire families to Europe once they turn 18.
A devastating new report exposes how 145,800 children in temporary accommodation across Britain are facing an uncertain future, with experts warning of a 'national emergency' in housing.
Local authorities across England are set to receive sweeping new powers to block new betting shops, payday lenders, and vape stores from opening in a bid to reclaim Britain's high streets. The 'planning crackdown' aims to give communities more control ove
Foreign Secretary David Lammy announces landmark 'Hillsborough Law' to end impunity for public authorities and create a legal duty of candour, forcing transparency in official investigations.
Households across Middle England are bracing for council tax increases of up to £250 as cash-strapped local authorities seek to plug funding gaps. Discover which regions are hardest hit and why.
Town halls across Britain are carving up traditional vegetable patches into tiny 'micro-allotments' to cope with overwhelming demand, with some new plots measuring a mere 85th the size of standard gardens.
Exclusive: The average annual cost for a children's care home place in England has reached £319,680, pushing local authorities to breaking point and forcing desperate measures to protect vulnerable youth.
A senior Hyundai executive's release has been dramatically delayed following a contentious US immigration raid, sparking a major diplomatic row between Seoul and Washington.
New RAC analysis reveals Britain's pothole epidemic is worsening, with drivers 1.5 times more likely to break down due to road defects. Councils face a 16-year backlog as repair costs hit £16.3 billion.
Exclusive investigation reveals UK councils are grappling with a £1.2 billion repair backlog for boundary walls and fences, with taxpayers set to foot the bill for decades of neglect and storm damage.
Exclusive analysis reveals the 42 local authorities in England set to impose the maximum allowed Council Tax increase this April, as the cost of living squeeze intensifies for millions of households.
Exclusive: New data reveals the UK council tax hotspots for 2024/25. Find out if your area is on the list facing the highest increases and how it compares nationally.
Outraged homeowners in Essex declare a council tax revolt, threatening to withhold payments in protest against deteriorating local services and soaring bills. The grassroots movement gains momentum as community frustration reaches boiling point.
American comedian Sammy Obeid's Singapore show was shut down by authorities over Palestine-related material, sparking a fierce debate about censorship and artistic freedom in the city-state.
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.
Exclusive investigation reveals Britain's local authorities are drowning in unprecedented debt, with councils forced to sell schools, care homes, and sports facilities to stay afloat. The staggering £122bn debt pile equates to £1,700 for every person in t
India's Supreme Court demands immediate action from Delhi authorities to build shelter homes for the capital's massive stray dog population, criticising years of government inaction.
Exclusive analysis of Home Office data exposes the stark geographic disparities in asylum seeker dispersal across the UK, with some local authorities supporting hundreds while others take none.
Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick defends flying Union Jacks on lamp posts, branding councils threatening to remove them as 'pathetic' and out of touch with public sentiment.
Newly released data exposes the stark geographic disparities in asylum seeker dispersal across the UK, with Home Office figures showing a massive concentration in specific regions, straining local services and igniting a fresh debate on immigration policy
Mexican authorities launch a major investigation after a horrifying discovery of six decapitated heads in the historic city of Cholula. The heads were found alongside a menacing message, escalating fears of cartel-related violence in the region.
Local authorities across England face mounting criticism after removing St George's flags, sparking outrage among residents and politicians alike.
Dramatic video captures the moment a small boat packed with migrants reaches a UK beach, raising questions about French border enforcement.
Deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner urges reform of council tax to ensure wealthy homeowners contribute fairly, easing the burden on local authorities and struggling families.
Local authorities across the UK are under fire for increasing charges on recycling and waste disposal, leaving residents frustrated and questioning transparency.
The death of Eliotte Heinz in Mississippi has been confirmed as non-criminal by local authorities, leaving many questions unanswered about the circumstances.
David Rozman, a key figure in the Ineos cycling team, has left the Tour de France following an investigation by anti-doping authorities. The shocking development raises questions about integrity in professional cycling.
UK authorities issue an urgent alert over a sophisticated scam targeting super accounts. Learn how to protect your savings from fraudsters.