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Sunak's Future Fund costs taxpayers £1.1bn

Exclusive investigation reveals British taxpayers have lost over £1.1 billion from Rishi Sunak's Future Fund, with 158 companies collapsing and millions written off in failed investments.

Lord Mandelson's Secret Millions Exposed in Court Battle

An explosive legal dispute has laid bare former Labour minister Lord Mandelson's relentless pursuit of wealth, revealing a life of luxury funded by a complex web of offshore dealings and multi-million pound loans.

10 Essential Money-Saving Hacks for UK Students

Struggling with the cost of living as a student? Discover expert-backed tips on budgeting, cooking, and finding hidden discounts to make your loan stretch further this academic year.

MPs condemn Asda app over high-cost staff loans

A parliamentary committee has launched a scathing attack on Asda and its financial app partner, Wagestream, for promoting high-interest loans and controversial financial products to its low-paid employees.

Ebola Outbreak Declared Pandemic in Congo

UK health authorities have escalated the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo to a full pandemic, triggering urgent lockdown protocols and travel advisories. Learn about the symptoms, risks, and containment strategies.

UK Universities Face Financial Collapse - Crisis Deepens

Britain's world-class university system faces existential threat from unsustainable funding models, chronic underinvestment, and political short-termism. Urgent reform is needed to prevent irreversible damage.

Martin Lewis' urgent warning for mortgage holders

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis issues a critical warning to homeowners and loan holders, advising them to check their finances now ahead of a major Bank of England decision that could save or cost them thousands.

New 'Deltacron' COVID Variant Discovered in US

US scientists confirm the emergence of a hybrid COVID-19 variant, combining Delta and Omicron strains. Learn about its discovery, potential impact, and the global response.

First US Case of Omicron Variant Found in California

The first confirmed case of the new Omicron Covid variant has been identified in the United States, detected in a vaccinated traveller returning to California from South Africa. Health officials urge booster jabs and increased vigilance as scientists race

Government Proposes Overhaul of UK University Funding

The UK government is considering a major reform of university funding, including potential cuts to tuition fees and a new focus on vocational courses, sparking debate on the future of higher education.

Newsom Mocks UK's 'Bed Bath & Blockbuster' COVID Approach

California Governor Gavin Newsom delivers a scathing viral critique of the UK government's pandemic response, comparing their reluctance to reopen to defunct retail giants. His sharp commentary ignites a transatlantic debate on economic recovery and publi

Student Loan Warning: Major Rule Change for Freshers

Students starting university this September face a significant change to student loan repayment rules, slashing the earnings threshold before repayments begin. Get the full breakdown on how this will impact your finances.

US Court Dismisses GOP Challenge to COVID Restrictions

A federal appeals court has dismissed a Republican-led lawsuit challenging North Carolina's COVID-19 safety measures, marking a significant victory for Governor Roy Cooper and state public health authority.

Trump Officials Blocked Biden Team from Covid Data

A damning congressional report uncovers how Trump appointees deliberately obstructed the incoming Biden administration's access to vital pandemic response data, potentially hampering the early Covid-19 fight.

UK Alert: New 'FLiRT' Covid Variant in 5 Regions

Health officials issue a stark warning as the highly transmissible KP.2 'FLiRT' Covid variant, a descendant of the JN.1 Omicron strain, is detected and spreading across five UK regions. Experts advise on symptoms and protection.

GCSE Results 2024: Top Grades Dip as Normality Returns

The 2024 GCSE results are in, revealing a significant drop in top grades as grading returns to pre-pandemic standards. Discover the national trends, subject performances, and reactions from education leaders.

Gove's GCSE resit policy legacy exposed in results

New GCSE results reveal how Michael Gove's controversial resit policy has created a 'broken system' of educational inequality, with disadvantaged students bearing the brunt of persistent failure rates in English and maths.

UK COVID Hospitalisations Surge 24% in a Week

Exclusive: New data reveals a sharp rise in UK COVID-19 hospital admissions and cases, driven by the FLiRT variants, putting fresh strain on NHS services ahead of winter.

Bannon: Newsom Runs Troll Farm to Target Trump

In a stunning political revelation, Steve Bannon admits to a covert social media operation masterminded by California Governor Gavin Newsom, designed to troll and undermine Donald Trump, exposing the dark arts of digital campaigning.

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