Reeves Delivers Budget Amid Leaks and Criticism
Rachel Reeves delivers Budget after OBR leak, with controversial tax and benefit changes that critics say prioritise party unity over national interest.
Rachel Reeves delivers Budget after OBR leak, with controversial tax and benefit changes that critics say prioritise party unity over national interest.
Martin Lewis warns millions may miss £68.90 weekly state pension boost if they lack 10 years of NI contributions.
Asian shares mostly higher, driven by AI tech rally; oil prices ease after Wall Street records.
Irish President Michael D Higgins says post-Brexit UK-Ireland friendship vital, pays tribute to Birmingham pub bombings victims.
Liberal and Nationals leaders Sussan Ley and David Littleproud announce peace deal, suspending former Nationals frontbenchers until March to end coalition split.
Nigel Farage compliments Angela Rayner as 'real' and promises to scrap two-child benefit cap as Reform UK moves left to attract Labour voters.
US homeland security secretary Kristi Noem criticises South Park for mocking her appearance and past actions in a recent episode.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has refused to rule out a freeze on income tax thresholds in next week's Budget, sparking accusations of breaking manifesto promises.
Danny Dyer's 2018 rant about David Cameron resurfaces after Cameron was appointed foreign secretary in Sunak's reshuffle.
Senior opponents of assisted dying bill urge Lords not to block it, warning of democratic legitimacy loss as 1,000+ amendments delay vote.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger to give Democratic response to Trump's State of the Union, focusing on affordability and accountability.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy considers investigating the £500m Telegraph takeover by Daily Mail owner DMGT, after RedBird IMI requests approval. Ofcom and CMA may review.
Reform UK claims Nigel Farage's security has been cut by 75%, prompting private donors to step in amid political tensions.
Labour minister Jess Phillips says her party will 'mess up' and disappoint voters, but promises a more honest approach than the Tories.
A 36-foot effigy of Sir Keir Starmer was burned at a Guy Fawkes event in Edenbridge, Kent, mocking his digital ID scheme and policies.
Nigel Farage's Cameo videos for extremists reveal a pattern of profit over principle, echoing Trump's brand politics.
Starmer survives Labour rebellion over Mandelson probe vote, but MPs warn political capital is running low as local elections loom.
Prince William and Princess Kate host Buckingham Palace garden party with royal cousins Zara and Eugenie, marking Kate's first such event since 2023.
Sir Patrick Duffy, former Labour MP and defence minister, dies aged 105. He was the UK's longest-living former MP and a WWII veteran who survived a plane crash.
US Senate passes $70bn immigration enforcement bill, sending to House; anti-weaponisation fund remains, ombudsman not restored.
Neera Tanden agrees to testify before House committee investigating Biden's mental fitness and alleged cover-up by staff.
Keir Starmer backs independent BBC but declines to tell Donald Trump to drop $1bn lawsuit threat; Ed Davey says Trump trying to destroy broadcaster.
Argentina's Cristian Romero snubbed Donald Trump's handshake during the 2026 World Cup final medal ceremony, as boos rang out at MetLife Stadium.
Rapper Sheff G, who appeared with Donald Trump at a rally, has been sentenced to five years for attempted murder and conspiracy in Brooklyn.
High Court rejects Freemasons' legal challenge to Met Police policy requiring staff to declare membership, ruling it legitimate and proportionate.
Mikie Sherrill, New Jersey's new governor, used her inauguration to attack Donald Trump, signing orders on utility rates and energy.
Reigate Fort, built in 1898 to repel a French invasion that never happened, is now a National Trust site open to visitors, with memorials and military history.
Lucy Powell wins Labour deputy leadership with 54% of vote, beating Bridget Phillipson. She calls for party to be bolder and tackle Reform UK.
Andy Burnham scraps Starmer's digital ID plan to redirect funds to cost of living relief, reversing an unpopular policy.