Suspect in Colombia schoolgirl poisonings found in London
Zulma Guzman Castro, accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned raspberries, was located in the UK after a water bottle giveaway. Read the full story of her arrest and extradition.
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Foreign Spouses Cost UK Taxpayers Billions, Report Finds
A shocking report reveals foreign partners on visas cost the UK state an average of £109,000 each. Read the full analysis and political reaction here.
Edinburgh woman's 20-second escape from Bondi gunmen
Miya Lind, 26, from Edinburgh, crossed a bridge at Bondi Beach just 20 seconds before a deadly attack began. She recounts the terror and her desperate dash for safety. Read her full story.
Charity's Political Shift and Trafficking Allegations Exposed
An investigation reveals Care4Calais's evolution from a humanitarian aid group to a political force, amid Home Office accusations of links to a people trafficker and deep ties to far-left organisations.
UK Builds Iron Dome Defence as Russia Threat Grows
Britain is developing a new missile defence system to protect cities from aerial attack. Senior military figures warn the UK is exposed and must prepare for modern warfare. Read the full report.
Sydney Attack: Rabbi and Girl's Final Hanukkah Moments
Heartbreaking footage shows Rabbi Eli Schlanger and 10-year-old Matilda celebrating Hanukkah at Bondi Beach before the deadly Sydney attack. Read the full story.
Tories Vow £50bn Defence Fund from Green Projects
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch announces a £50 billion Sovereign Defence Fund, repurposing money from Labour's climate initiatives to bolster UK military readiness. Read the full plan.
Reeves Denies North Sea Job Loss Figures
Chancellor Rachel Reeves dismisses report of 1,000 monthly oil and gas job losses, drawing furious backlash from industry leaders who accuse her of being 'in total denial'. Read the full story.
UK Inquiry to Probe Iran in Scottish Independence Debate
A UK inquiry into foreign political interference will investigate Iran's alleged use of fake accounts to influence the Scottish independence debate. Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander confirms the probe.
Solo Christmas 2025: The End of the £100 Turkey?
As festive plans shrink post-Covid, soaring turkey costs hit £100. A writer embraces a solo Christmas, exploring affordable, delicious alternatives to the traditional bird. Read for tips and trends.
Fugitive in Thames after water bottle clue reveals London hideout
A Colombian businesswoman accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned raspberries was rescued from the Thames after her UK location was revealed by a bottle of Buxton water in an interview. Read the full story.
Six-inch snow blizzard forecast to hit UK cities
New weather maps predict up to six inches of snow could blanket parts of the UK from December 30, with Scotland and northern England first in line. Discover the latest forecast and potential travel disruption.
UK-US Pharma Deal Lacks Legal Text, MPs Warn
MPs warn UK's zero-tariff pharmaceutical deal with the Trump administration is 'built on sand' as no legal text exists. Concerns mount over NHS costs and suspended tech pact. Read the full analysis.
Kylie Leads Wham! In Christmas Chart Battle
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
US Demands Repayment in Minnesota Healthcare Fraud
The Trump administration is demanding repayment of hundreds of millions in a massive Medicaid fraud scheme in Minnesota, with potential losses reaching billions. Read the full investigation.
UK's £120m Ineos rescue raises industrial strategy doubts
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
DWP's new bank check powers raise wrongful suspension fears
Security experts warn new DWP powers to check benefit claimants' bank accounts could lead to legitimate payments being wrongly suspended. Read the full details and expert analysis.
DWP Bank Account Checks for Benefits Start 2026
The DWP gains powers to check bank accounts of Universal Credit, ESA, Pension Credit, and PIP claimants from 2026 to tackle fraud. Learn what it means for you.
Doctor suspended over £10k benefit fraud
Dr Ramkali Kaur, 28, suspended for four months after illegally claiming benefits while studying medicine. Tribunal finds misconduct and dishonesty. Read the full story.
Fake nurse jailed for 40 months after £173K fraud
A fraudster who posed as a nurse for four years, risking patient safety and earning nearly £173,000, has been sentenced to 40 months in prison. Read the full investigation details.
Fake nurse jailed for 40 months after £173k fraud
A man who stole a nurse's identity to work in six care homes for four years has been sentenced to 40 months in prison. Read the full investigation details.
DWP Gains New Powers to Access Bank Accounts
The DWP has implemented controversial new powers to request bank details and deduct money directly from accounts to combat benefit fraud. Civil liberties groups warn of 'mass financial surveillance'. Read the full story.
DWP can now take money from bank accounts for fraud
The DWP's new anti-fraud powers are now law, allowing officials to deduct cash directly from bank accounts and check eligibility for millions of claimants. Learn what this means for you.
$1bn Minnesota Welfare Fraud Scandal Exposed
A billion-dollar fraud spree has shattered Minnesota's famed social safety net, with funds for hungry children funding luxury lifestyles. Discover the full story.
Judge overturns $7.2m fraud conviction, sparks fury
A Minneapolis judge has overturned a jury's guilty verdict in a $7.2 million Medicaid fraud case, igniting fury among jurors and politicians. The AG has appealed.
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