A writer explains his deliberate choice to not teach his children about Santa Claus, fearing the 'moral economy' of Christmas that judges parents by spending. With 1 in 3 UK families struggling, he calls for honesty over festive fantasy.
A single mother from Leicester reveals her stress over festive costs. With average UK spending at £1,626, expert advice offers budgeting tips to avoid debt.
Move over, Elf on a Shelf! Discover the vibrant Australian birds whose colours and names make them perfect, natural decorations for the festive season. Explore nature's own Christmas palette.
Over 120 leading economists, including Nobel winner Joseph Stiglitz, demand immediate suspension of Sri Lanka's debt repayments following catastrophic Cyclone Ditwah, which killed 600 and destroyed thousands of homes.
Senior DWP officials face mounting criticism for a 'misleading' response to systemic failings that plunged hundreds of thousands of unpaid carers into debt. Read the full report.
A Blackburn family was barred from over 1,300 stations for 19 months after being accused of a £20.01 fuel theft they insist they paid for in cash. Read their story and the wider issue with ANPR evidence.
A 70% surge in rural protests across China reveals a crisis of returning migrant workers and local government debt, sparking clashes over land and livelihoods. Explore the deepening social fissures.
Croydon Council is set for a £120m funding boost over three years after a historic government review. The new Fair Funding 2.0 model aims to better reflect local need, but the borough's massive debt remains a challenge. Read the full story.
World Athletics warns the Michael Johnson-backed Grand Slam Track may not return in 2026 despite bankruptcy filing. Stars like Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone are owed hundreds of thousands. Read the full financial crisis details.
A top DWP civil servant has blamed claimants for the carer's allowance crisis, contradicting an official review that found systemic failures. Over 180,000 carers face life-changing debts.
We review All Bar One's festive menu in Sheffield, featuring cocktails with Mallow & Marsh and Absolut Vodka, plus burgers and small plates. Find out what's worth ordering this Christmas.
A Labour MP's viral TikTok uses biscuits to illustrate the UK's debt crisis and economic stagnation. Discover his novel approach to political storytelling.
Glasgow South MP Gordon McKee uses custard creams to explain UK debt-to-GDP ratio in viral video, leading a new wave of creative political communication on social media.
Thames Water reveals a 75% surge in complaints as it negotiates a bailout to tackle its £20bn debt. Read the latest on the utility giant's financial struggle.
Leon founder John Vincent reveals potential site closures and job cuts as he battles to restore the struggling fast-food chain to its former health. Read his full recovery plan.
Thames Water reports a £386m half-year profit, driven by higher bills, but warns of a potential rapid collapse into government control due to its £17bn debt crisis. Read the latest on the utility's precarious future.
Beyond the public feud with Chancellor Rachel Reeves, the OBR's reports reveal a perilous long-term fiscal outlook for the UK, with high debt and demographic pressures risking financial stability. Read the full analysis.
The Australian Tax Office has relaunched a campaign to recover $5.3bn from 325,000 taxpayers, including debts dating back to 2017. Read about the revised scheme and its implications.
An elderly woman in Stafford was left without heating due to a faulty British Gas prepayment meter, highlighting systemic customer service failures across UK energy suppliers, including billing errors and threats to minors.
A 79-year-old disabled widow from Dudley was pursued for a 2p debt due to a computer error, threatening her credit rating and causing immense stress. Discover how the situation was resolved.
Discover the top Christmas markets in London for 2025, from Columbia Road to Spitalfields, plus festive dining, ice skating, and theatre. Your essential guide to December in the capital.
NUS warns a 3-year freeze on the student loan repayment threshold will force graduates to repay more, sooner, potentially leaving them struggling with basic living costs. Discover the impact on new graduates.
Rachel Reeves faces criticism for 'deceiving' Budget that delays fiscal repair as economists warn of interest rate hold fears. Key details on borrowing and tax changes.
Economists warn the UK remains in a weak fiscal position post-Budget, with tax burden hitting a record high. Discover the analysis and market concerns.
Labour government introduces legislation to wipe 20% from student loans and raise repayment threshold. Discover how this cost-of-living measure affects millions.
Australian regulator cracks down on high-risk lending as property prices surge. New rules limit mortgages over 6x income to protect financial stability and affordability.
The OBR warns Rachel Reeves' Budget leaves UK finances vulnerable as the tax burden hits an all-time high. Discover the full impact on households and the economy.
UK chancellors prioritise fiscal rule compliance over sound economic policy, creating budget farces. Discover why debt continues to climb despite political promises.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves must balance tax rises with spending cuts as Britain's debt servicing hits £110bn annually. Can she ignore political pressure and fix public finances?
Independent review reveals DWP's catastrophic failure in Carer's Allowance system, leaving carers with £250m debt. Labour must now deliver comprehensive reforms.