Brexit customs costs UK economy £140bn, data shows
Official analysis reveals the UK economy is £140bn smaller due to post-Brexit customs arrangements. Explore the full impact on trade and living standards.
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Christmas lights on neighbour's fence risk £2.5k fine
Hanging festive lights on a shared fence without permission could be classed as criminal damage, leading to fines up to £2,500. Always seek neighbourly consent to avoid legal trouble.
OECD: Labour's Migration Policies Slow UK Economic Growth
The OECD warns UK growth is sluggish due to falling migration and productivity. Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces pressure as forecasts show high inflation and rising unemployment. Read the full analysis.
Children suffer food poverty and stolen money in economic abuse
New research reveals a hidden crisis of economic abuse harming UK children, with perpetrators stealing pocket money and depriving families of essentials. Learn the signs and where to find support.
4 Million UK Children Affected by Economic Abuse
A shocking study reveals nearly 4 million UK children are impacted by economic abuse, a hidden crisis where partners control finances. One survivor shares her harrowing story of debt and control.
Guest trashes Newcastle hotel room, leaves blood on walls
A Newcastle hotel guest caused £3,000 of damage, leaving blood on walls and glass on the carpet. He claimed no memory of the incident. Read the full story.
Foxes damage 40 cars in Dublin estate
Residents in a Dublin estate are using chicken wire to protect their cars from foxes chewing through wires, causing tens of thousands in repair costs. Discover the preventative measures experts recommend.
Young adults miss economic abuse warning signs
A new survey reveals young adults are less likely to spot economic abuse red flags. Learn the warning signs and how a new campaign aims to raise awareness across all generations.
A$AP Rocky sued for $1M over apartment water damage
A$AP Rocky, partner of global superstar Rihanna, is embroiled in a major legal battle as neighbours sue for over $1 million following alleged water damage from his New York City apartment that caused 'catastrophic' destruction to the building below.
Chancellor's Impossible Economic Choice Revealed
Britain's Treasury faces an impossible choice between economic necessity and political disaster as pressure mounts for decisive action on the nation's finances. Analysis reveals the stark reality confronting the government.
Vaping damages blood vessels like smoking - study
Groundbreaking research exposes how vaping damages blood vessels and heart function, challenging perceptions of e-cigarettes as a safe smoking alternative.
Reeves's Stability Promise: Economic Mirage or Reality?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's recent speech promises economic stability, but experts warn it's built on precarious foundations. Analysis reveals the hidden risks in her fiscal strategy.
UK's New Economic Powerhouses Revealed
Recent government analysis uncovers unexpected economic growth hotspots across Britain, with East Midlands and West Midlands leading the charge while London's dominance shows signs of fading.
Reeves pledges Treasury overhaul in Labour economic shake-up
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to dismantle Treasury's 'orthodoxies' and establish new economic institutions, signalling Labour's most radical economic transformation in decades.
Afghanistan's Blue Mosque damaged in devastating earthquake
A powerful earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, causing significant damage to the iconic Blue Mosque in Herat and resulting in numerous casualties as rescue efforts continue.
UK growth forecast cut as investment plummets
The EY Item Club warns Britain's economic growth prospects are dimming as business investment retreats following tax rises and policy changes, creating a perfect storm for the UK economy.
Giant hailstones batter Queensland in destructive storm
South-East Queensland reels from catastrophic storm damage as tennis ball-sized hail pummels suburbs, shredding vegetation and damaging property in violent weather event.
Pensioner withholds council tax over damaging speed humps
A defiant 73-year-old is withholding his council tax in protest against dangerous speed humps that he claims are destroying vehicles and making his street a 'nightmare' for residents. Discover why this pensioner is taking a stand against local authorities
Rachel Reeves's economic credibility crisis deepens
The new Chancellor's economic blueprint faces mounting scepticism as growth forecasts disappoint and spending cuts loom. Can Rachel Reeves restore confidence in her fiscal strategy?
Jamaica's Black River devastated by Hurricane Melissa
Residents of Jamaica's historic Black River confront devastating aftermath as Hurricane Melissa destroys homes, floods streets, and leaves communities counting the cost of rebuilding.
Gardeners' Warning: Bamboo Could Cost You Thousands
UK gardening experts issue urgent warning about invasive bamboo species spreading uncontrollably and causing structural damage to properties across Britain.
Kent hospice damaged by hurricane, services threatened
A Kent hospice serving vulnerable patients faces severe disruption after hurricane-force winds caused extensive damage, putting critical care services at risk.
APEC 2025: Reshaping Global Trade and Economics
As world leaders gather for the critical APEC summit, discover how this powerful economic alliance is reshaping global trade dynamics and why it matters for Britain's economic future.
US Government Shutdown Costs Economy $10+ Billion
The 2025 US government shutdown has inflicted over $10 billion in economic losses, with federal workers facing unpaid wages and critical services disrupted amid political deadlock.
Britain's Worklessness Crisis: 9 Million Missing Workers
Exclusive analysis reveals how Britain's worklessness crisis has exploded to unprecedented levels, with nearly 9 million people now economically inactive. Discover the hidden drivers behind this national emergency and what it means for our economy.
Hurricane Melissa Devastates Jamaica With Floods and Damage
Powerful Hurricane Melissa batters Jamaica with catastrophic flooding and destructive winds, causing widespread damage to infrastructure and forcing mass evacuations as the storm continues its path through the Caribbean.
Hurricane Melissa Devastates Jamaica and Cuba
Exclusive aerial footage shows catastrophic damage as Hurricane Melissa carves destructive path through Caribbean islands, leaving communities devastated and emergency services scrambling.
Reeves: UK Economy Defying Gloomy Forecasts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves challenges pessimistic forecasts, revealing stronger-than-expected economic data and outlining Labour's growth strategy for Britain's future.
Queensland smashed by golf ball-sized hail in severe storm
A violent supercell thunderstorm battered Queensland's Darling Downs, with hailstones the size of golf balls and destructive winds causing widespread damage to homes, vehicles, and infrastructure.
Milei's Argentina Crisis: Polls Plummet Amid Economic Chaos
Argentine President Javier Milei faces collapsing approval ratings as his radical economic reforms fail to curb hyperinflation, with new polls revealing growing public discontent and comparisons to Trump's political style.
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