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Bank of England Holds Interest Rates at 5.25%
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates. Discover the immediate impact on mortgages, savings, and the UK housing market amidst ongoing inflation concerns.
Premium Bonds Beat Bond Market Bullies
Exclusive analysis reveals how National Savings & Investments' Premium Bonds are defying financial giants and complex markets, offering a compelling, accessible alternative for UK savers seeking security and the chance of tax-free wins.
NatWest and RBS Slash Fixed Mortgage Rates
In a significant move, NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland have announced sweeping cuts to their fixed-rate mortgage deals, offering hope to borrowers amidst the cost-of-living crisis.
C-Section Births Hit Record High in England: NHS Data
Exclusive NHS figures show a dramatic rise in caesarean sections in England, with over a third of all births now delivered via surgery, sparking a major debate on maternity care.
£1.5bn Business Rates Rise Threatens UK High Street Shops
Major UK retailers face a £1.5bn business rates hike from April 2026, threatening store closures and job losses as the industry warns of a 'tipping point' for the high street.
Twins Born Seven Weeks Apart in UK Medical Miracle
A mother shares her incredible story of delivering twins seven weeks apart after a rare delayed interval birth, defying medical odds in a groundbreaking UK case.
Rachel Reeves pledges business rates freeze and overhaul
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Labour's plan to overhaul business rates, freeze the multiplier, and increase the threshold for small business relief, aiming to revitalise Britain's struggling high streets.
Reeves: Business Rates Are A Punitive 'High Street Tax'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves vows to overhaul the UK's business rates system, branding it an unfair 'high street tax' that stifles growth and punishes brick-and-mortar retailers. Discover the plan for reform.
UK Population Decline: The Coming Demographic Crisis
Exclusive investigation into the UK's looming population collapse. Discover why birth rates are plummeting, the economic timebomb this creates, and what policymakers aren't telling you about our demographic future.
UK Savings Crisis: Average Easy Access Rate Plummets
Exclusive analysis reveals a growing savings gap in the UK, with high street banks offering paltry returns while the best easy-access deals deliver 25 times more interest. Discover why loyal customers are losing out.
Giving Birth in Handcuffs: A Prisoner's Agony
A mother's harrowing account of being forced to give birth while handcuffed to a hospital bed, exposing the brutal reality of the UK's prison system for pregnant women.
FCA Warning: Banks Failing Savers on Interest Rates
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.
Beauty Queen Charged After Dead Newborn Found in Trash
A former Kentucky beauty queen is facing shocking charges after police discovered the body of her newborn son hidden in a trash can. The grim discovery was made at her family's home, unravelling a tragic tale of concealment.
Contraception may impact memory, new research finds
Groundbreaking UK research reveals a potential link between hormonal contraception and changes in memory function, raising questions for the millions of women who rely on it.
Scotland's population crisis: deaths outstrip births as Glasgow declines
Exclusive analysis of National Records of Scotland data reveals a deepening demographic crisis, with deaths exceeding births and significant population decline in key council areas like Glasgow City.
Teresa Palmer Shows Off Bump, Counts Down to 5th Child
Australian actress Teresa Palmer shares an intimate glimpse of her pregnancy journey, showcasing her growing baby bump and expressing excitement as she nears the birth of her fifth child with director Mark Webber.
UK House Prices See Sharpest Annual Drop Since 2011
New data from Nationwide reveals UK house prices fell by 5.3% annually in December 2023, marking the most significant decline in over a decade as higher mortgage rates continue to dampen the property market.
UK House Prices Drop as US Tariffs Hit Global Markets
UK property market faces sharp correction as mortgage rates bite, while new US tariffs on China trigger global factory slowdown and market volatility.
MAFS Star Domenica Calarco Welcomes First Baby - Exclusive
EXCLUSIVE: Married At First Sight Australia's Domenica Calarco announces the birth of her first child with partner Jack Millar. The reality TV star shares her emotional journey and baby's adorable name in a heartwarming reveal.
UK Fertility Crisis: Birth Rates Hit Record Low
Exclusive analysis of ONS data shows England and Wales' fertility rate has plummeted to a historic low of 1.49 children per woman, far below replacement level. This demographic time bomb threatens to reshape our society, economy, and public services for g
South Korea's 10 Million Solo Households Amid Population Crash
Exclusive analysis reveals South Korea's radical demographic shift, with single-person homes now dominating as the national population declines for a fourth consecutive year amid a severe fertility crisis.
£1bn award after hospital negligence disables baby
A Utah family has been awarded a staggering $1 billion in damages after medical negligence at a Steward Healthcare-owned hospital resulted in their baby being born with severe, permanent disabilities. The landmark ruling highlights critical failures in ma
Freebirth Tragedy: UK Baby Stillborn in Unassisted Delivery
A UK woman's decision to have an unassisted 'freebirth' at home ended in tragedy when her baby was stillborn. This harrowing case has ignited a fierce debate about the risks of unregulated births and maternal choices.
Jaguars' Travis Hunter Welcomes Newborn Son With Wife
Jacksonville Jaguars' top draft pick Travis Hunter and his new bride Leanna announce the birth of their first child, a son. Get the exclusive first details on the NFL star's new family chapter.
New Mother Dies from Sepsis After Hospital Birth
A grieving family demands answers after a healthy new mother, Krystal Márquez, died from a sepsis infection just days after a routine caesarean section at Trillium Health Partners' Mississauga Hospital, Ontario.
Fertility rate in England and Wales hits record low
New figures from the Office for National Statistics show the fertility rate in England and Wales has hit its lowest level in nearly a century, with significant implications for future population trends and public policy.
UK Fertility Rate Crashes to Record Low for Third Year
Exclusive analysis of ONS figures reveals a deepening demographic crisis as the fertility rate in England and Wales hits a record low. Discover the economic pressures, shifting societal norms, and government policies behind the decline.
Mum, 46, forgot she was pregnant before routine scan
Exclusive: Phyllis Hyman shares her astonishing story of pregnancy denial at 46, detailing the moment she forgot her own pregnancy before a routine scan. A powerful tale of late motherhood, memory, and maternal joy.
53M Americans' lifestyle risks causing birth defect crisis
Leading medical experts issue a stark warning that sedentary habits and poor nutrition among 53 million Americans are creating a silent public health crisis, significantly increasing the risk of serious birth defects in future generations.