New UK junk food ad ban aims to tackle childhood obesity
New UK rules ban junk food ads online and pre-watershed on TV to protect children. Experts warn obesity rates are twice as high in deprived areas, deepening inequality.
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London's NYE Fireworks: Public Warned of 'Terrible' Views
Thousands flock to London bridges for a free view of the New Year's Eve fireworks, only to be disappointed. Officials urge the public to watch the BBC coverage or attend official areas instead.
Council funding map: Winners, losers and tax rises
The government's new £78bn council funding settlement shifts money towards deprived areas. Find out which councils win, which lose, and if your tax bill will rise.
Council Tax Could Soar 75% in Wealthier Areas
Labour's new funding formula diverts cash to deprived councils, forcing affluent areas to hike taxes. Wandsworth and Westminster could see bills skyrocket. Is this fair?
Greece's rare monk seals threatened by tourism surge
Greece's population of 500 rare Mediterranean monk seals, half the world's total, faces a growing peril from unregulated marine tourism. New protected areas offer hope, but enforcement is key to their survival.
Crime Severity Map Reveals Most Ravaged Areas in England & Wales
A new interactive map reveals the areas hardest hit by crime in England and Wales, with Blackpool suffering the highest severity outside London. Explore the data and see how your region scores.
New wood burner rules proposed to cut air pollution
The UK government launches a consultation on stricter rules for wood burners and bonfires to reduce harmful PM2.5 emissions by 30% by 2030. Read the full details.
A Tale of Two Holiday Seasons in 2025
This holiday season reveals a stark economic divide as affluent households in areas like Soho and Georgetown spend freely while others struggle with debt and inflation. Discover how this split impacts retailers.
Cotswolds villages embrace strict planning rules
Residents in picturesque Cotswolds villages support Article 4 directives that control everything from front door colours to garden changes, preserving historic charm despite frustrations.
Travel Experts Name London's Worst Tourist Area
Industry insiders name Westminster as London's worst tourist area, citing overcrowding, overpricing and underwhelming experiences that trap visitors.
LA Gym Bans Trans Member From Lesbian Area
A Los Angeles fitness centre sparks controversy after excluding a transgender member from women-only spaces, igniting heated debate about LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion policies.
Labour's Surrey Strategy Exposes Stark Wealth Divide
Exclusive investigation reveals how Labour's 'two-tier' Surrey strategy highlights dramatic wealth inequality between affluent towns and struggling communities in England's richest county.
England's Most Deprived Areas Revealed in New Data
Shocking new government data exposes England's deprivation hotspots, with coastal towns Blackpool and Clacton facing the most severe challenges. Discover how your area compares.
Postcode Poverty: UK's Deprivation Map Revealed
Shocking new data exposes the stark reality of deprivation across Britain, with some communities facing challenges comparable to developing nations while others enjoy unprecedented prosperity.
Wealthy towns angered by rising padel tennis disruption
Wealthy residents in prosperous English towns are up in arms as the booming popularity of padel tennis brings unexpected noise pollution and disruptive behaviour to their previously tranquil communities.
Ultimate Hack For Cleaning Impossible-To-Reach Spots
Discover the simple household item that's revolutionising home cleaning and making awkward spaces sparkle without expensive gadgets or harsh chemicals.
Texas Boom: Rio Claro Named Fastest-Growing US Metro
Discover why this once-sleepy Texas community is experiencing unprecedented growth, with property values soaring and new residents flocking to the area at remarkable rates.
Britain's Worst Seaside Town? The Jaywick Truth
An honest travel review of Jaywick Sands in Essex reveals why this coastal community has been labelled the UK's most deprived area and whether it deserves its negative reputation.
WW3 Survival: UK's Safest Areas Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals which British regions would offer the best protection if World War 3 erupts, with remote islands and mountainous areas topping the list for survival safety.
Beyond the bleakness: The real Jaywick, Essex
A travel journalist ventures into Jaywick, Essex - frequently labelled Britain's most deprived area - and uncovers surprising community spirit, coastal beauty and resilience that defies its grim reputation.
UK's Cost of Living Divide: Cheapest & Most Expensive Areas
A new study reveals the staggering postcode lottery of living costs across Britain, from the most affordable regions to the budget-busting areas. Discover if you're living in a financial haven or a fiscal black hole.
Chilean 'Tourist' Gang Targets UK Affluent Homes
An organised Chilean crime ring is targeting wealthy UK homes, posing as tourists. Police warn of sophisticated tactics after raids across Surrey, Oxfordshire, and Hertfordshire.
UK's Most Dangerous Pedestrian Areas Revealed
Exclusive data analysis uncovers Britain's most perilous areas for pedestrians. Discover the shocking rankings for Westminster, Birmingham, Leeds, and more in our definitive road safety investigation.
Hampstead Mums Exposed as Top Cocaine Customers
An explosive investigation reveals how affluent middle-class mothers in Hampstead are becoming the primary clientele for local cocaine dealers, swapping post-baby Friday nights for illicit substances, sleeping pills, and a dangerous double life between to
NSW Locks In Great Koala National Park, Bans Logging
In a historic conservation victory, the New South Wales government has officially established the Great Koala National Park and enacted an immediate ban on logging within its boundaries, safeguarding a critical koala habitat.
American tourist shocked by UK's poorest area: "Never seen anything like it"
An American visitor to Jaywick, Essex - officially England's most deprived area - shares his raw, emotional reaction to the poverty and neglect he witnessed, questioning how such conditions exist in a developed nation.
UK's Most and Least Deprived Areas Revealed in New Index
Exclusive analysis of the latest Index of Multiple Deprivation reveals the UK's most affluent and most deprived neighbourhoods, highlighting a dramatic postcode lottery in living standards across England.
Govt Used 'Racist' Algorithm for Road Funds Despite Warnings
Exclusive: Leaked documents reveal the Department for Transport was warned its algorithm for funding road schemes would disproportionately hit deprived areas and entrench inequality, but pressed ahead regardless.
UK's Alderley Edge Topples Beverly Hills as Richest Postcode
A stunning waterfront enclave in the UK has unseated California's iconic 90210 to claim the title of America's wealthiest ZIP code, with an average household income soaring to £1.04 million, according to new data from Forbes.
Colorado Emerges as Surprise Billionaire Hotspot
Discover the surprising American state that's become a hotspot for the ultra-wealthy, with stunning landscapes and exclusive communities attracting billionaires.
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