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State pension age rise may come sooner

The UK government is considering raising the state pension age earlier than planned, potentially forcing millions to work longer. Find out how this could affect you.

College athlete payment rules relaxed in major shift

The agency overseeing college athlete payment deals has agreed to ease restrictions on third-party agreements, opening new opportunities for student-athletes to earn from their name, image, and likeness (NIL).

GCSE grades drop to pre-pandemic levels

This year's GCSE results show a significant drop in top grades, returning to pre-pandemic standards as Ofqual enforces stricter grading policies. Find out how students and schools are adapting.

Starmer pressured to delay DWP's PIP reforms

Labour leader Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure to delay the DWP's proposed changes to Personal Independence Payments (PIP), as critics warn of devastating impacts on disabled claimants.

Macron visits Beirut urging Lebanese reforms

French President Emmanuel Macron makes a surprise visit to Beirut, urging Lebanese leaders to implement crucial reforms amidst ongoing political and economic crises.

Lords accused of blocking workers' rights reforms

UK peers face backlash as they allegedly attempt to water down proposed legislation aimed at strengthening workers' rights, particularly targeting exploitative zero-hours contracts.

Australian Parliament clashes over Gaza, education reforms

Tensions flared in Australia's Parliament as Question Time saw heated debates on Gaza, university funding, and childcare reforms. Key figures including PM Albanese and Opposition's Sussan Ley clashed over policy directions.

Badenoch slams BMA over NHS political motives

Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch accuses the British Medical Association of prioritising political agendas over patient care amid tensions with Labour's Wes Streeting over NHS reforms.

Pension age rise risks poverty for millions

Raising the UK state pension age risks plunging millions into financial hardship, with vulnerable groups facing severe economic strain, according to new analysis.

Zelensky tackles corruption amid protests

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky faces public backlash as protests erupt over alleged corruption within anti-graft institutions. The government pledges reforms amid growing discontent.

WEF accused of faking Brexit failure data

The World Economic Forum faces allegations of distorting economic data to falsely claim Brexit has harmed the UK economy, sparking outrage among experts.

Zelenskyy faces EU backlash over corruption reforms

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposed reforms to the country's anti-corruption agency have sparked protests in the EU, raising concerns over Ukraine's commitment to transparency.

San Francisco's alarming urban 'doom loop' crisis

San Francisco faces a deepening crisis as soaring crime rates and record-high office vacancies fuel fears of an irreversible 'doom loop'. Experts warn the city's economy and quality of life are at risk unless urgent action is taken.

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