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Farm Relief as Inheritance Tax Threshold Rises to £2.5m

A Cumbrian hill farmer describes the wave of relief after a government change to inheritance tax rules, saving small farms like hers from a crippling £59,000 annual bill. Read how this policy shift secures a future for family-run agriculture.

US expat's UK culture shock over pillow sizes

An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.

Trump Blocks Abortion Access for US Veterans

The Trump administration has halted abortion services for veterans at VA facilities, reversing a 2024 policy. This move restricts care for rape survivors and those with life-threatening pregnancies.

2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever

The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.

Democrats Sue Over Trump's CFPB Changes

US Democrats file a lawsuit against the Trump administration's restructuring of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The move aims to block a rule they argue weakens consumer protections.

Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent

Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.

Debt Collection Charges Dismissed Against Panthera

Criminal charges against debt firm Panthera Finance dismissed after court rules it wasn't technically collecting. Consumer Affairs Victoria ordered to pay costs. Read the full analysis.

Grooming Gang Inquiry Set for 2025 After Delays

A comprehensive independent inquiry into Britain's grooming gang scandals will launch next year, with ministers confirming the search for a chair is underway amid criticism from Labour's Jess Phillips over prolonged delays.

Test Your Knowledge: The Guardian Thursday Quiz

Dive into this week's edition of The Guardian's celebrated Thursday Quiz, featuring 25 brain-teasing questions spanning current affairs to general knowledge. Perfect for trivia enthusiasts seeking the ultimate mental workout.

Julie Bishop defiant amid UN scandal and resignation calls

Former Australian foreign minister Julie Bishop faces mounting pressure to resign from her role at the United Nations as she vehemently denies bombshell accusations about her conduct, sparking a major diplomatic controversy.

Trump: Ukraine Can Use US Weapons Against Russia

Former President Donald Trump would permit Ukraine to deploy American-supplied weapons against Russian territory, marking a dramatic reversal in US foreign policy that could reshape the conflict.

Cincinnati Police Chief Suspended After Bar Brawl

Cincinnati's top police officer faces suspension amid internal probe into his conduct during a downtown bar fight that left multiple officers injured and prompted major disciplinary actions.

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