UK government borrowing soars ahead of budget
UK public finances show higher-than-expected borrowing of £17.4bn in October, creating a major challenge for Chancellor Rachel Reeves' upcoming budget statement. Read the full analysis.
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Russia's wartime economy slows, taxes rise
Russia's wartime economy slows, forcing the Kremlin to raise VAT and other consumer taxes. Discover the impact on ordinary Russians and the budget deficit.
Trump lifts tariffs on Australian beef imports
The Australian government welcomes the removal of US tariffs on beef and agricultural exports, a decision reversing Trump's earlier policy amid inflation concerns.
Doctor's No-Food-Ban Diet Plan for Weight Loss
Leading obesity expert Dr Spencer Nadolsky reveals why he bans no foods for patients. Discover his calorie-deficit strategy and the Mediterranean diet's role in sustainable weight management.
Romania protests: Thousands rally against austerity
Thousands protest in Bucharest demanding higher wages and tax cuts as the government enforces austerity to tackle the EU's high budget deficit. Read the full story.
Canada's deficit soars in pre-emptive Trump tariff defence
Mark Carney's government unveils massive spending package, adding tens of billions to deficit in pre-emptive strike against potential Trump tariffs. Analysis of Canada's economic defence strategy.
Farage's Tax Reforms Create £40bn Budget Hole
Reform UK's manifesto pledges would create massive budget shortfall requiring severe spending cuts or tax rises elsewhere, according to IFS analysis of Nigel Farage's economic plans.
Britain Bottom of Global Nature Connection Ranking
Groundbreaking research reveals Britain sits at the bottom of a global ranking measuring people's connection to nature, with serious implications for wellbeing and environmental action.
UK Among Nations With Weakest Nature Connection
Groundbreaking global study exposes which populations feel most disconnected from nature, with UK residents showing alarmingly low levels of environmental engagement.
Britain among world's least nature-connected nations
Shocking new research shows Britain has one of the lowest levels of nature connection globally, while Nepal tops the chart. Discover why urban living and modern lifestyles are creating a nature deficit.
Ireland faces €13.4bn corporate tax shortfall
Ireland's Department of Finance confronts a staggering €13.4bn corporate tax shortfall as tech and pharmaceutical giants see profits decline, threatening the nation's economic stability.
Reeves Confronts £50bn Fiscal Black Hole
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves inherits a staggering £50 billion budget shortfall, with experts warning of potential income tax and VAT increases to fill the Treasury void.
Australia's $80bn Budget Crisis: PM's Emergency Moves
Exclusive analysis reveals Australia's budget deficit has ballooned to $80 billion, forcing the Prime Minister into emergency talks with crossbenchers while facing fierce political backlash.
Reeves faces £30bn budget black hole shock
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts staggering £30bn fiscal shortfall in first major Treasury briefing, forcing tough decisions on public spending and economic strategy.
Trump targets Canada in bizarre trade video rant
Donald Trump has launched a startling verbal assault on Canada in a new campaign video, making wild claims about trade deficits and threatening economic consequences if re-elected.
Reeves considers income tax rise to reduce deficit
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly weighing income tax increases as part of a comprehensive strategy to reduce the UK's budget deficit, according to Treasury sources.
UK borrowing hits record September high of £15.9bn
New figures reveal UK government borrowing hit £15.9 billion in September 2025 - the highest for that month since records began. Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as debt costs spiral and economic challenges deepen.
Swinney attacks Westminster's 'democratic deficit' in Scotland
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney launches scathing attack on Westminster's approach to Scottish affairs, claiming it undermines devolution and ignores Scotland's democratic voice.
Badenoch: Half of spending cuts to reduce deficit
Chancellor Kemi Badenoch announces radical new fiscal policy requiring 50% of spending reductions to directly tackle Britain's budget deficit, reshaping economic strategy.
Greens: Westminster Voting System is 'Broken'
Following significant gains in English and Welsh councils, the Green Party calls for urgent voting system reform, arguing the current model leaves millions unrepresented in Parliament.
Australia's Budget Deficit Shrinks Faster Than Forecast
Australia's federal budget deficit has narrowed significantly to $11.2 billion, beating Treasury forecasts, though Treasurer Jim Chalmers cautions that structural pressures threaten future economic stability.
Rachel Reeves's Economic Wonderland: Fantasy Over Reality?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting criticism as her economic policies draw alarming parallels to fantasy over reality. Experts question the sustainability of her borrowing plans and warn of serious consequences for Britain's economy.
100 Days Of McDonald's: Shocking UK Diet Results
A UK man's 100-day McDonald's-only diet led to staggering weight loss and improved health markers, defying all expectations. Discover the science behind the controversial experiment.
UK Borrowing Hits £37.6bn, Exceeding Forecasts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a stern fiscal test as UK public sector borrowing hits £37.6bn for the first five months of the financial year, exceeding official forecasts and complicating Labour's spending ambitions.
Farage Blasts 'Gutless' UK Leaders in Patriotic Rally
Nigel Farage launches a blistering attack on Britain's political establishment, accusing them of a 'patriotic deficit' and vowing that Reform UK will hold the 'gutless' ruling class to account for their failures on Brexit and national identity.
Woman's 4-Size Weight Loss Sparks TikTok Food Warning
A UK woman's viral TikTok transformation reveals the hidden dangers of so-called 'healthy' foods after she lost a dramatic amount of weight by cutting out common dietary pitfalls. Nutritionists issue a crucial warning.
Jess Phillips: Govt inaction on NI power-sharing 'shocking'
Labour MP Jess Phillips accuses the UK Government of 'utterly shocking' inaction as Northern Ireland approaches a grim milestone of two years without a devolved government, raising urgent democratic concerns.
UK Government Borrowing Hits 26-Year High
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a stern economic test as public sector net borrowing hits £27.6bn, the highest since 1999. Rising debt interest payments and welfare costs drive the surge, complicating Labour's fiscal plans.
Britain's Language Crisis: Why GCSEs Are Failing
A damning reality check reveals how the UK's approach to language learning is creating a cultural and economic disadvantage. Discover why GCSEs aren't working and what needs to change.
US National Debt Hits Record High Under Trump and Biden
The US national debt has surged to unprecedented levels, with both Trump and Biden administrations contributing to the staggering increase, according to the latest Treasury Department report.
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