Tory benefit crackdown punishes disabled claimants like me
A disabled benefits claimant says Tory plans to cut Universal Credit and block spending on cigarettes, alcohol and gambling would punish people like her, who already live frugally.
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Home Office records 781 Channel arrivals in a day
The Home Office recorded 781 migrants arriving in 10 boats on Wednesday, the highest single-day total this year, as two boats landed undetected earlier this week.
781 migrants cross Channel in one day in 2026 record
A total of 781 migrants arrived in the UK after crossing the English Channel on Wednesday, the highest single-day number so far this year, Home Office figures show.
Tom Watson's Palantir move signals democracy's rot, says MP
Labour MP Clive Lewis says Tom Watson's move to surveillance firm Palantir deepens public cynicism and highlights the 'integrity gap' in UK politics.
Trump accused of using pillow to protect couch from incontinence
Donald Trump has been accused of using a pillow to protect a couch from his "legendary incontinence" after a clip of him moving a cushion before sitting next to Emmanuel Macron went viral.
Greens projected to win zero MPs in London, YouGov finds
The Green Party is projected to win zero MPs in London in a new YouGov MRP poll, despite previous predictions of up to 21 seats, while Labour sees a 'Burnham bounce'.
Netanyahu Expected to Attack Mayor Mamdani in UN Speech
Benjamin Netanyahu will speak at the UN general assembly today, expected to attack New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani, who has repeatedly called him a war criminal.
Minister: Can’t stop every migrant boat after two landings
Education Secretary Lucy Powell said not every migrant boat can be intercepted after two uncontrolled Channel landings in two days, as the Home Secretary orders an urgent review.
Reform UK council chair quits over unsafe rental homes
Reform UK chair Edward Harris has resigned after Tamworth council found his two unlicensed HMOs had serious safety failures.
Malice: Jack Whitehall and David Duchovny Lead New Prime Video Thriller
Jack Whitehall and David Duchovny star in new Prime Video thriller Malice, a glossy tale of a tutor-nanny plotting against a ruthless multimillionaire.
Trump ousts Kristi Noem as homeland security secretary but hands her new role
Trump replaces Kristi Noem as homeland security secretary with Senator Markwayne Mullin, appointing her special envoy for a new security initiative.
UK 'dirty money' flows estimated at £325bn a year, charity says
Report says at least £325bn of dirty money flows through UK each year, rising to £788bn with overseas territories.
China Expands Nuclear Sites at Seven Locations
Satellite imagery reveals China has expanded its nuclear weapons facilities across seven sites, raising concerns over Beijing's nuclear capabilities and global security.
V2X contractor killed in Erbil drone attack as colleagues allege pressure to remain
V2X worker killed in drone attack on Erbil airbase; colleagues allege pressure to stay despite security risks.
Labour's tourist tax 'will crush' seaside hospitality, shadow chancellor warns
Shadow chancellor warns Labour's overnight stay tax will hit seaside businesses as Labour mayors plan up to 5% levy and hospitality leaders object.
Spain PM urges UN to pick Latin American woman as next chief
Spain's PM Pedro Sánchez told the UN general assembly it is time for a Latin American woman to serve as secretary general, noting nine men have held the role.
BBC Acts 'In Line With Values' Over Scott Mills After Fresh Information
The BBC says it acted in line with its values over Scott Mills after releasing a new statement about fresh information.
Marco Rubio brushes off Nike tracksuit Maduro memes after Air Force One photo
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has dismissed memes comparing his grey Nike tracksuit to the outfit worn by Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro after his capture.
Gang Leader Found Hiding in Shed After £1.3m Drugs Raid
A gang leader was discovered hiding in a shed following a police raid that recovered £1.3 million worth of drugs.
Katherine Ryan confirms December surgery was a full facelift
Katherine Ryan has confirmed her December operation was a facelift, saying the procedure was about reclaiming her identity at 42.
Portugal and Italy will not exempt Britons from EU biometric border checks
Portugal and Italy will not exempt British travellers from EU biometric border checks, the European Commission has confirmed, despite Greece's decision.
Bonnie Blue in running for I'm A Celebrity amid Bali charge and fake pregnancy row
Controversial adult star Bonnie Blue is reportedly being considered for I'm A Celebrity, amid legal trouble and a fake pregnancy stunt that earned her £1m.
US Right Embraces Raunch and Sexual Domination, Columnist Says
A Guardian columnist argues the American right has traded sexual prohibition for a pornified culture of male domination, citing a controversial Sydney Sweeney ad and political shifts.
Andrew and Epstein: What the latest files reveal
Latest Epstein Files reveal details of Andrew's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, including allegations from Virginia Giuffre and others.
Senior Thai monk arrested over alleged embezzlement of monastery funds
Thai police arrest senior monk Phra Wachirayan Wi on suspicion of embezzling $2.8m from his temple, alongside a female accomplice.
Tech firms propose implantable trackers and robots for UK offenders
Tech firms proposed implantable trackers, robots and driverless vehicles for offenders at a meeting with Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood, minutes show.
Paramedic's 'self-inflicted' death followed job loss fears, inquest hears
Inquest hears stressed paramedic David Cullum feared job loss before self-inflicted death; ambulance trust vows to learn.
RAF pilots who ejected before crash expected to fully recover
Two pilots who ejected from their Hawk T2 aircraft before it crashed in Anglesey are expected to make a full recovery, the RAF has said.
Reform’s London mayoral candidate had businesses struck off
Reform Party’s London mayoral candidate has had businesses struck off from the official register.
Infantino Faces Pressure to Expand Fifa Governance Review
Fifa council members will demand Gianni Infantino include the abandoned World Cup sell-off plan and the Folarin Balogun affair in his proposed external governance review.
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