Kidnapped Nigerian pupils freed in time for Christmas
More than 100 Nigerian schoolchildren and teachers abducted in November have been released, with emotional family reunions just before Christmas. Read the full story.
More than 100 Nigerian schoolchildren and teachers abducted in November have been released, with emotional family reunions just before Christmas. Read the full story.
Nigeria began their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a narrow 2-1 win over Tanzania, while reigning champions Senegal cruised to a 3-0 victory over Botswana. Get all the match details and analysis.
Nigerian authorities secure release of final 130 pupils from St Mary's school, ending a mass abduction that began in November. Details on the rescue and the nation's security crisis.
A High Court ruling means Morrisons faces a £17m tax bill after judges decided its rotisserie chickens are subject to the 20% 'pasty tax'. The supermarket argued most are eaten cold.
Nigerian authorities secure release of 100 pupils kidnapped from a Catholic school, but 165 students and staff remain in captivity. Read the latest on Nigeria's kidnap crisis.
The Nigerian government has reportedly secured the release of 100 children taken from a Catholic boarding school last month. Read the latest on this developing story and the ongoing security crisis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's proposed 'mansion tax' on properties over £5m divides opinion. Is it a fair wealth levy or a spiteful policy? Explore the details and reactions.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a Labour rebellion as rural MPs defy the government over the controversial 'family farms tax' on estates worth over £1m. Read the full story.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new 3p-per-mile road charge for electric and hybrid vehicles from April 2028. Find out how much you'll pay and what it means for the future of driving.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces council tax surcharge up to £7,500 for luxury properties. The radical reform begins April 2028. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms state pension-only recipients won't pay tax this parliament, but experts warn of fairness issues for other retirees. Learn the implications.
Exclusive analysis reveals 26,500 properties sold for over £2m face new 'mansion tax' surcharge from 2028. Discover which London boroughs will be hardest hit.
The UK government plans to introduce per-mile road pricing for electric vehicles by 2026, marking the first major reform to vehicle taxation in decades. Discover how this will affect drivers.
Rachel Reeves' £26bn budget offers temporary relief but fails to address Britain's fundamental economic flaws. Without systemic reform, the bleeding continues.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves introduces new mansion tax on properties over £2m from 2028. London homeowners face annual charges up to £7,500. Discover how this affects the property market.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves maintains UK's Digital Services Tax despite US pressure, generating £800m from tech giants. Discover the political standoff and economic implications.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves extends the tax threshold freeze until 2031. Use our calculator to see how much more tax you will pay as your salary increases.
Nigeria welcomes its first official delegation from St Kitts and Nevis following a historic visa-free travel agreement, signalling a new era of Afri-Caribbean cooperation.
The UK government's proposed mansion tax could impact properties valued over £2 million. Learn how this property tax reform might affect homeowners and share your views.
Rachel Reeves announces £26bn tax rises including mansion tax and pension changes while scrapping two-child benefit cap. Full budget breakdown and analysis.
Legal professionals warn Chancellor's proposed LLP tax reforms could damage UK law firms' competitiveness. Experts reveal unintended consequences for partnership structures.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new 'mansion tax' on properties over £2m. Discover the bands, annual charges, and how it tackles wealth inequality from 2028.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils £26bn tax package including extended income tax freeze and mansion tax after OBR accidentally leaks details. Read the full breakdown.
Exploring Nigeria's multifaceted security crisis involving religious persecution, farmer-herder conflicts and government failures. Understand the complex roots of violence plaguing Africa's most populous nation.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils the 2025 Budget with major tax reforms on pensions, properties, and electric vehicles. Discover the key fiscal changes and their impact.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils her landmark 2025 budget with new taxes on mansions, gambling, and milkshakes. Discover the political and economic implications for the UK.
Discover how the extended income tax threshold freeze announced in the Budget will impact your finances and why it's called a 'stealth tax'. Learn about fiscal drag now.
All 24 schoolgirls kidnapped from a Nigerian secondary school have been rescued. Read the latest on the rescue operation and the ongoing issue of mass abductions in Nigeria.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils her autumn budget with property tax reforms, pension changes and new levies on electric vehicles. Discover how the Treasury plans to address the £20-30bn spending gap.
A Guardian reader demonstrates how political will could create a £26bn surplus while cutting income tax and ending benefit caps. Discover the fair tax reforms making this possible.