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Japan's population may drop by 1M yearly by 2040s

Japan's birth rate crisis is set to worsen, with projections showing a potential loss of one million people per year by the 2040s, threatening economic stability and social structures.

Mortgage crisis as interest rates keep rising

With the Bank of England hiking interest rates yet again, homeowners on variable mortgages face steep repayments while savers see little benefit. Here’s what it means for you.

Bank holds base rate at 5.25% amid inflation concerns

The Bank of England has kept interest rates unchanged at 5.25%, offering temporary relief to mortgage holders. However, experts warn that persistent inflation could lead to future hikes, squeezing household budgets further.

Bank of England cuts rates to 0.1% in emergency move

The Bank of England has slashed interest rates to a historic low of 0.1% in an emergency response to the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic. Find out what this means for savers, borrowers, and the UK economy.

FBI data contradicts Trump's crime rate claims

Former US President Donald Trump's claims about soaring crime rates under Biden are contradicted by the latest FBI statistics showing a significant drop in violent offences.

Knife crime drops in UK hotspots

New data reveals a significant drop in robberies involving knives in key UK areas, as police strategies prove effective in curbing violent crime.

London knife crime nearly doubles in decade

Knife crime in London has surged dramatically, with offences nearly doubling over the past decade. The West End has emerged as a hotspot, raising serious concerns about public safety under Mayor Sadiq Khan's administration.

China Pays Couples to Have More Kids

China introduces financial incentives to encourage couples to have more children as the country faces a looming demographic crisis. Experts weigh in on whether this strategy will work.

Queensland crime rate debate heats up

David Crisafulli asserts a decline in Queensland's crime victim rate, but Labor criticises the data as cherry-picked. A heated debate unfolds over crime statistics.

Inflation figures to determine RBA rate cut

The Reserve Bank of Australia faces a critical decision on interest rates as new inflation figures set the stage for potential cuts. Experts weigh in on the economic outlook.

UK faces 'cousin crash' as family sizes shrink

New research reveals a dramatic drop in the number of cousins per child in the UK, as family sizes shrink and birth rates decline. Experts warn of social and cultural implications.

Teen jailed for life over Derby drug deal murder

A 17-year-old has been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal stabbing of Charles Hartle during a drug deal gone wrong in Derby. The shocking case highlights the dangers of knife crime and drug-related violence.

Theft every minute in UK as crime soars

New figures reveal a staggering rise in thefts across the UK, with one incident reported every minute. Critics blame Labour's policies for the surge in crime.

Female drug lords dominating UK's underworld

Meet the matriarchs running Britain's drug empires—powerful women who've turned organised crime into a family business. Discover their shocking rise to dominance.

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