Big Pharma's Legal War Threatens NHS Drug Access
Pharmaceutical giants are launching an unprecedented legal assault against the UK government, threatening NHS access to vital medicines and putting patient care at risk in a battle over drug pricing.
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British Gas owner profits triple to £3.3bn
Centrica, parent company of British Gas, announces record profits while millions struggle with soaring energy bills, sparking political controversy and calls for windfall taxes.
UK Business Crisis: Tax Hikes & Worker Rights Squeeze
British businesses confront a perfect storm as new tax increases and enhanced worker rights legislation create unprecedented pressure on companies already struggling with economic uncertainty.
Tech firms may quit Australian misinformation fight
Major technology companies including Meta and Google are considering abandoning efforts to combat misinformation in Australia, citing unsustainable costs and regulatory burdens under new laws.
Tech companies introduce summer-long four-day weekends
Forward-thinking tech companies are transforming summer work culture with extended weekend policies, offering employees three-day weekends throughout the entire summer season while maintaining full pay.
Weight-Loss Jabs: The Profit-Driven Health Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how drug companies are profiting from body shame through Ozempic and Wegovy injections, while eating disorder experts warn of potentially devastating health consequences.
Trump's CBD Backing Sends UK Cannabis Stocks Soaring
Former President Donald Trump's endorsement of CBD sparks unprecedented surge in UK-listed cannabis companies, while landmark US Medicaid decision opens doors for medical cannabis coverage. Explore the market implications and what this means for British i
Labour to block water boss bonuses over pollution
Sir Keir Starmer announces tough new rules blocking water company executives from receiving bonuses if their firms commit serious environmental offences, following public outrage over sewage dumping.
New Water Rules to Save UK Families £100 a Year
Millions of British households are set for cheaper water bills as regulators unveil a major crackdown on water company profits, promising significant savings and cleaner rivers.
Trump Plans Major H-1B Visa Fee Hike
Former President Donald Trump proposes a significant increase in H-1B visa fees, a move set to impact American technology firms and major Indian IT companies. The plan, part of a broader 'reciprocity' strategy, could reshape the cost of skilled foreign la
Co-Living Spaces: Affordable Solution or Gentrification Engine?
Exclusive investigation into the rapid rise of corporate co-living spaces in New York City. Are these 'pod' apartments providing affordable solutions or accelerating displacement in already vulnerable communities? We examine the stark reality behind the t
MPs Demand Companies House Reform After Blackburn Labour Scandal
UK politicians are calling for urgent reform of Companies House after it was revealed the Blackburn Labour Party was wrongly listed as a person of significant control for dozens of dormant firms, exposing a major flaw in the corporate register.
Wales Tops UK Insolvency Chart as Personal Debt Crisis Bites
Exclusive analysis reveals a personal debt crisis gripping Britain, with Wales recording the highest rate of insolvency procedures in England and Wales. Discover the regional hotspots and the alarming 15% annual surge in IVAs.
Corbyn faces suspension over new party registration
Ex-Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn faces potential suspension from Parliament after registering 'The Jeremy Corbyn Peace and Justice Project' as a political party, triggering a parliamentary standards investigation.
Sally Rooney supports Palestine Action in UK
Normal People author Sally Rooney has publicly endorsed Palestine Action, the direct-action group targeting Israeli defence company Elbit Systems' UK operations. The literary star's support signals growing cultural backing for the movement.
Greens: Privatisation Driving UK Cost of Living Crisis
Green Party co-leader Adrian Ramsay blames decades of privatisation for soaring bills and calls for public ownership of energy and rail. Expert insights and political reactions inside.
Games Workshop Shares Surge After Fed Holds Interest Rates
Nottingham-based Games Workshop enjoys stock boost as Federal Reserve holds interest rates, sparking global market rally and boosting UK retail investments.
Sewage Sleuths Expose Toxic Truth About UK River Crisis
An explosive investigation by determined citizen scientists reveals how systemic sewage dumping by water companies is causing the slow, dirty death of rivers across England and Wales, with regulators accused of turning a blind eye.
Private parking tickets surge 24% hitting UK drivers
British motorists are facing a record onslaught of private parking tickets, with a shocking 24% annual surge in charges. Discover the data behind the £100M industry and how to fight back.
6,000 Hours of Sewage Pollutes UK National Parks
Shocking new data reveals sewage was pumped into the rivers and lakes of Britain's most treasured national parks for thousands of hours last year, with the Lake District and Snowdonia among the worst hit.
UK Firms Harass Bereaved Families for Payments, Report Finds
A damning report reveals UK companies are failing bereaved customers, with families harassed for payments and forced through complex 'death admin' while grieving.
Thames Water paid £1m+ to firm part-owned by Starmer adviser
Exclusive: Troubled utility giant Thames Water paid over £1 million to a corporate intelligence firm co-owned by a key adviser to Keir Starmer, raising serious questions about conflicts of interest and corporate governance.
US Scraps Mandatory Corporate Greenhouse Gas Reporting
In a major environmental policy reversal, the Trump administration has abolished a mandate requiring large US companies to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions. Critics warn this decision blindsides investors and undermines global climate efforts.
Lord Mandelson's Secret Millions Exposed in Court Battle
An explosive legal dispute has laid bare former Labour minister Lord Mandelson's relentless pursuit of wealth, revealing a life of luxury funded by a complex web of offshore dealings and multi-million pound loans.
Trump pressured FDA to fast-track Covid vaccine before election
Exclusive report reveals Donald Trump pressured US health officials to accelerate vaccine approval for political gain ahead of the 2020 election, according to congressional investigation.
Fossil Fuel Firms Profit €100BN From Deadly Heatwaves
A damning new report exposes how major fossil fuel companies are reaping enormous profits while Europe bakes in record-breaking, climate-driven heatwaves, leading to thousands of preventable deaths.
Congress Grills Pharma Over Child Vaccine-Linked Illnesses
A tense US Congressional hearing investigates a surge in severe neurological illnesses in children following vaccination, as lawmakers demand answers from pharmaceutical executives.
Falmouth's 'Third World' Sewage Crisis: A National Scandal
The picturesque port town of Falmouth, a jewel in Cornwall's crown, is facing an environmental disaster as raw sewage repeatedly floods streets and homes, with residents and officials branding the situation a 'national scandal'.
Tech Giants Accused of Brazen Theft of Creative Works for AI
Leading tech firms are facing allegations of systematic copyright theft, using protected creative works to train AI without permission or compensation. This investigation reveals the scale of the digital pillaging.
Water companies fined £500k for customer service failures
UK water regulators have slapped two major suppliers with hefty fines totalling over half a million pounds for severe customer service and complaints handling failures, impacting vulnerable households across England.
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