NYC Mayor Mamdani's Symbolic First Day Commute
New York City's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, began his first full day with a subway ride and swift action on rent. Read about his pledges and the immediate backlash.
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South Korea's Climate Goals Conflict with US LNG Deal
South Korea pledges to retire coal plants by 2040, but a major US LNG import deal threatens to lock it into fossil fuels. Can it reconcile its green ambitions with trade pressures?
Andrew's £3.1m Royal Rent Scandal Exposed
An investigation reveals the Duke of York paid a 'peppercorn rent' of £1,600 a month for a lavish St James's Palace apartment for his daughters, saving millions. MPs are now probing all royal property deals.
Crown Estate probe into royal rent deals after Andrew scandal
MPs demand answers on royal property leases as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor faces losing £488k compensation. Discover the full list of bombshells from the report.
Parliamentary Inquiry into All Crown Estate Royal Homes
MPs launch a sweeping inquiry into royal property deals after outrage over Prince Andrew's rent. The probe examines William, Kate, Edward, and Sophie's arrangements. Read the full investigation details.
MPs Probe Royal Finances After Andrew's Rent-Free Lodge Deal
A parliamentary inquiry scrutinises Crown Estate leases after Prince Andrew's two-decade 'peppercorn' rent at Royal Lodge. Discover the impact on royal transparency.
Andrew's Royal Lodge payout wiped out by repair costs
Prince Andrew faces receiving no compensation for leaving Royal Lodge as repair costs will consume the £500k sum. MPs launch probe into Crown Estate property deals. Read the full investigation.
Inquiry into Prince Andrew's £1 Rent on Royal Lodge
A parliamentary probe scrutinises the Crown Estate's £1 peppercorn rent for Prince Andrew's Windsor home. Discover the details and implications for royal finances.
Crown Estate Inquiry Launched Over Andrew's Royal Lodge Deal
Parliament's spending watchdog is to investigate the Crown Estate after MPs demanded answers on Prince Andrew's controversial Royal Lodge lease. Get the latest royal news.
Ex-MP: Labour's Tax Pledge Was an Unnecessary Straitjacket
Former Labour MP Tony Wright argues manifesto pledges like Starmer's tax promise are not binding contracts. Good governance requires flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances. Read the full analysis.
Reeves' Landlord Tax Will Push Up Rents, Experts Warn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' new 2% tax on rental income will force landlords to sell, drying up housing supply and pushing record rents even higher. Read the full analysis.
Prince Edward's peppercorn rent on 120-room mansion
Crown Estate papers reveal Prince Edward pays minimal rent for his 120-room Surrey mansion after a £5million upfront fee. Discover the full story behind the royal property deal.
Second Royal's Peppercorn Rent Deal Exposed
Prince Edward's favourable Bagshot Park rent deal emerges as Andrew faces Royal Lodge eviction. Discover the details of the royal property arrangements.
Prince Edward's peppercorn rent deal for Surrey mansion
Prince Edward pays minimal rent for his 120-room Bagshot Park mansion in a similar arrangement to brother Andrew's Windsor Royal Lodge deal. Discover the royal property details.
Starmer defends tax-raising Budget amid manifesto row
Keir Starmer defends the tax-raising Budget as essential for public services and fighting child poverty, while experts warn it fails to boost growth. Read the full analysis.
Man lives in hotel as it's cheaper than rent
A partially disabled man reveals living permanently in a Berkshire hotel saves him money on 'astronomical' rent and bills. Discover his cost-effective solution to the UK housing crisis.
IFS: Reeves broke tax pledge in Budget
The IFS says Rachel Reeves broke a manifesto pledge with £26bn tax hikes, pushing the tax burden to a record high. Read the full analysis.
Asylum seeker hotel numbers rise 13% in three months
New data reveals a 13% surge in asylum seekers housed in UK hotels, reaching 36,273. Labour pledges to end the practice by 2029. Discover the latest figures and political responses.
Beat the £10k single tax with these clever tips
A single parent shares her proven strategies to save and earn over £10,000 annually, countering the high costs of living alone. Discover how to reclaim your financial freedom.
DOJ settlement over secret rent algorithm
US Department of Justice reaches settlement with RealPage over 'secret algorithm' accused of driving up rental prices. A victory for renters?
Rent Algorithm Curbed After Price-Fixing Claims
RealPage's rent-setting software is restricted in a landmark US settlement. Discover how this impacts rental markets and what it means for competition.
Couple live rent-free in NYC in converted school bus
Discover how a couple transformed a 40ft school bus into a stunning NYC home, avoiding sky-high rents with a full kitchen, bathroom, and hydroponic garden. See their ingenious solution!
Influencer evicted by Eliot Spitzer over rent debt
Taiwanese influencer Pei 'Lu' Chung owes $40,000 in back rent and faces December eviction by former NY Governor Eliot Spitzer. Read the full story of her legal troubles.
PM declines to rule out tax rises ahead of Budget
Prime Minister Keir Starmer refuses to reaffirm manifesto tax pledge ahead of crucial Budget. Will working people face higher taxes? Read the latest.
New homes in England hit near-decade low
Official figures reveal new home construction in England has fallen to its lowest level since 2015/16, dealing a blow to Labour's 1.5 million homes pledge. Discover the full analysis.
UK rents surge £65 monthly - see your area
Private rents across Britain have jumped by £65 per month to £1,360, a 5% annual increase. Discover which areas face the steepest rises and check your local authority.
UK house price growth stalls, causing homeowner alarm
UK house price growth decelerated to 2.6% in September 2025, with London seeing a 1.8% fall. Discover the regional variations and what it means for your property value.
MPs: NHS waiting list target at 'serious risk'
MPs warn the Government's key NHS waiting list pledge is in serious jeopardy, drawing parallels to HS2 failures. Will patient care suffer amid major reforms?
Beat the single tax: 10 ways to save £10k annually
Mirror journalist Jackie Annett reveals how being single costs £10,000 more yearly and shares her 10 proven strategies to overcome the financial penalty and thrive financially.
New California Community Requires Residents Sign Kindness Pledge
Silverwood, a $7 billion master-planned community in California, requires residents to sign a kindness pledge before moving in. Discover how this innovative approach aims to foster community spirit.
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