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1,000 Migrants Cross Channel in Day as Labour Pledge Tested

The English Channel saw a dramatic surge with more than 1,000 migrants arriving in small boats on Thursday, marking one of the busiest days of 2024. This comes just as the new Labour government pledged to end the costly use of asylum hotels, putting immed

Half of US States on Brink of Recession, Analysis Reveals

A startling new economic analysis from Bloomberg Economics indicates that nearly half of all US states are either already in recession or teetering on the edge, signalling potential national economic turmoil ahead.

The Night Agent Tops UK Streaming Charts

Netflix's high-octane thriller 'The Night Agent' has become the UK's most-watched streaming series, dominating the charts and outperforming major global hits from Disney+ and Prime Video in a stunning victory for the streaming giant.

UK Small Boat Arrivals Surge 24% in May

New Home Office figures reveal a dramatic 24% increase in small boat crossings for May 2024, with 882 migrants arriving in a single day amid ongoing political debate over immigration policy.

Linehan and Farage summoned to US Congress

Comedy writer Graham Linehan and political figure Nigel Farage are set to give evidence before a powerful US congressional committee in Washington, investigating the alleged 'weaponisation' of the federal government.

Elon Musk shares incorrect Aussie protest figures on X

Billionaire Elon Musk faces criticism for sharing dramatically inflated attendance numbers for recent Australian anti-immigration rallies on his platform, X. The Guardian's analysis reveals the stark discrepancy between online claims and official estimate

Rachel Reeves' make-or-break moment on UK economy

Exclusive analysis reveals the immense pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves as she faces a critical turning point. With economic stagnation and public patience wearing thin, her upcoming fiscal statement could define this government's legacy. Will she sei

Sally Rooney voted UK's 'Irish Madonna' in Ipsos poll

Bestselling author Sally Rooney has been voted the most admired Irish person by the British public in a new Ipsos poll, earning her the title of a modern 'Irish Madonna' for her profound cultural influence.

UK faces £71bn fiscal black hole as policies fail, NIESR warns

The National Institute of Economic and Social Research issues a stark warning that UK government policies are failing, creating a £71bn fiscal black hole and risking a 'vicious cycle' of stagnation. Expert analysis reveals the critical challenges facing t

Meghan's 'Suits' Soars, But New Netflix Series Flops

Netflix's 'Suits' achieves historic viewership success, while the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's 'Live to Lead' documentary struggles with audience engagement, raising questions about their streaming strategy.

Hollyoaks fans declare 'We're not watching anymore'

Channel 4's Hollyoaks faces a viewer revolt as long-term fans condemn recent 'ridiculous' plots, axings of beloved characters, and a perceived drop in quality, threatening the soap's future.

Australia's Economic Blind Spot: Women Key to Growth

Exclusive insights from Australia's Economic Reform Roundtable reveal how sidelining women's economic participation is costing the nation billions. Discover the urgent call for a gender-inclusive productivity revolution.

Australian Govt Accused of Censoring Migration Data

A furious political row has erupted in Australia as the Albanese government faces allegations of deliberately censoring and manipulating official migration data to hide the true scale of arrivals, sparking accusations of a transparency crisis.

Home and Away's 'Pathetic' Ratings Plunge Stuns Star

Veteran Home and Away star Irene Lynne McGranger voices her shock and dismay as the iconic Australian soap suffers a dramatic collapse in UK viewing figures, with ratings plummeting to a fraction of their former glory.

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