Birmingham Mayor demands greater devolution powers
Birmingham Mayor Andy Street joins forces with Labour's Dan Jarvis in unprecedented cross-party alliance demanding Westminster devolve real power and funding to England's regions.
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Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Inside Britain's Worst Council Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Trump's Pentagon Pushes Major Nuclear Weapons Overhaul
Exclusive: Donald Trump's administration is pushing for sweeping changes to US nuclear weapons strategy, with new documents revealing plans to accelerate modernisation and increase presidential authority over deployment decisions.
Brisbane students protest 'impossible' history exam
Year 12 students in Queensland are demanding a marking review after confronting what they describe as an unfairly difficult Ancient History exam that failed to reflect their curriculum studies.
VAR Protest Crackdown: Yellow Cards for Players
IFAB introduces strict new measures that could see players booked for approaching referees during VAR reviews, aiming to curb pitch protests and restore match official authority.
Surrey Labour splits over £1.2bn council debt crisis
Exclusive: Labour faces internal division in Surrey as two councils consider breaking away amid government pressure to address catastrophic local authority debt. The political earthquake threatens Starmer's authority in traditional Tory heartlands.
Woking gets £500m bailout in council shake-up
The bankrupt Woking Borough Council secures a massive government rescue package as Surrey County Council takes control of key services in a dramatic local government overhaul.
Woking Council declares bankruptcy with £1.9bn debt
Woking Borough Council faces financial collapse with a staggering £1.9bn deficit, joining a growing list of UK local authorities in crisis. Discover how risky investments and government funding cuts created this perfect storm.
Italian watchdog slams 'unjustified' ski pass price hikes
Italy's competition authority slams 'unjustifiable' ski pass price hikes of up to 17% at major resorts, warning operators about exploiting market dominance amid tourist concerns.
Reform UK rebuked over misleading MP campaign ads
The Advertising Standards Authority has ruled against Reform UK for deceptive political advertisements claiming Sarah Pochin as their 'new MP' before her election victory in Cheshire.
Greencore Faces CMA Probe Over £15m Merger Deal
The Competition and Markets Authority launches investigation into Greencore's acquisition of bakery firm, raising concerns about reduced competition in UK food manufacturing sector.
CMA clears Greencore in competition investigation
The Competition and Markets Authority has concluded its investigation into Greencore Group, finding no competition concerns in the UK sandwich manufacturing sector.
Morocco prints own Quran, challenging Saudi religious authority
In a dramatic religious power shift, Morocco has printed its own version of the Quran, breaking Saudi Arabia's long-standing monopoly and sparking international debate about Islamic interpretation and authority.
Dangerous products sold on Amazon and Etsy to UK shoppers
Exclusive investigation reveals hundreds of hazardous items being sold to British shoppers through major online platforms, raising serious health concerns.
FCA Under Fire Over Soaring Consumer Complaints
The Financial Conduct Authority faces mounting criticism as consumer complaints against financial firms skyrocket, revealing serious gaps in investor protection and regulatory oversight.
Jockey banned for three months over betting rule breaches
Professional jockey James Innes Jnr faces a three-month suspension from racing after admitting to placing bets on horses he was competing against, violating strict British Horseracing Authority regulations.
UK investigates Apple and Google mobile dominance
The Competition and Markets Authority launches full market investigation into Apple and Google's mobile dominance, threatening sweeping reforms to level the playing field for UK consumers and developers.
£150 council fine for fallen tree branch shocks homeowner
A Kent woman was left stunned when her local council slapped her with an extreme £150 fine after a small branch from a neighbour's tree fell into her garden during stormy weather.
Christmas tree arrives amid bin strike fury
A London council faces public outrage after installing a Christmas tree while bin collections remain suspended due to ongoing strike action, sparking accusations of misplaced priorities.
DVLA Warning: Don't Ignore This Brown Envelope
Millions of UK drivers are being urged to watch for an important brown envelope from the DVLA that could save them from hefty fines and legal trouble when updating their photocard licence.
Trump defies Supreme Court on Illinois Guard deployment
In an unprecedented constitutional crisis, President Trump directly challenges the US Supreme Court by ordering National Guard troops into Illinois against judicial orders, testing the foundations of American democracy.
Trump DHS Planned Covert Operations Against NY Transport
Explosive revelations emerge about Trump administration's Department of Homeland Security plotting undercover operations against New York's transport authority during political tensions.
Racing owner banned after rape conviction
The British Horseracing Authority has issued a permanent exclusion to owner Michael Thomas following his conviction for rape and sexual assault, banning him from all licensed premises.
100+ financial firms move operations abroad post-Brexit
Exclusive: Britain's financial watchdog reveals over 100 companies have moved operations overseas following Brexit, with Dublin and Luxembourg emerging as top destinations for relocating City firms.
UK Vets Face CMA Crackdown in Major Market Investigation
The Competition and Markets Authority launches full market investigation into UK veterinary industry after uncovering concerning practices affecting millions of pet owners.
Red Tractor farming scheme faces greenwashing allegations
UK's largest food assurance programme under fire from Advertising Standards Authority for misleading environmental messaging to supermarket shoppers
Hamas deploys armed fighters and police across Gaza
Exclusive analysis reveals Hamas consolidating administrative control with armed units and civil police operating openly across Gaza territories, raising questions about post-conflict governance.
Lloyds Bank Faces FCA Motor Finance Probe
The Financial Conduct Authority launches investigation into Lloyds Banking Group's motor finance practices, potentially impacting millions of customers and leading to significant compensation claims.
Tony Blair backed for key Gaza reconstruction role
Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair receives Palestinian Authority endorsement to lead Gaza's post-conflict reconstruction and governance efforts in potential diplomatic breakthrough.
Council Tax Warning: Thousands Could See Bills Slashed
Exclusive: New research reveals millions in council tax support going unclaimed as cost of living crisis deepens. Discover if you're eligible for reductions worth hundreds of pounds.
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