Council buys £1.2m flat while thousands sleep rough
Exclusive investigation reveals Westminster council spent £1.2m on luxury apartment for former councillor while homelessness crisis deepens across London.
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Farage's Reform UK unveils radical economic overhaul
Nigel Farage's Reform UK party announces dramatic economic policy featuring income tax cuts, NHS spending freeze, and immigration restrictions in bold pre-election move.
Australian Churches Serving Divine Dining Experiences
From confession to cuisine - discover how Australian churches are transforming into must-visit culinary destinations, serving heavenly food that's building devout followings.
John Lewis offers free food to shoppers
The iconic British department store launches premium food halls offering complimentary dining experiences to customers spending over £150, revolutionising retail rewards.
Reeves' Tax Dilemma: Break Promises or Cut Services?
Exclusive analysis reveals the Chancellor faces a critical choice: break manifesto promises with strategic tax increases or risk collapsing public services. The political stakes have never been higher.
Tax Office pays private debt collector £42m
The Australian Taxation Office has paid debt recovery firm RecoveriesCorp over £42 million to chase unpaid taxes, raising serious questions about outsourcing public debt collection to private contractors.
Economic weakness threatens UK defence - Shapps
Grant Shapps warns that Britain's stagnant economy and weak growth forecasts are creating direct consequences for defence spending and military capability.
PIX Magazine's Lost Photos of 20th Century Australia
Step back in time through a stunning visual journey as PIX Magazine's vintage photographs reveal the untold stories of 20th century Australia, from bustling cities to remote outback communities.
Poundland, Morrisons Store Closures: Full November 2025 List
Britain's retail landscape faces another brutal month as Poundland, Morrisons and multiple chains announce widespread store closures. Discover which locations are disappearing from your high street and what it means for local communities.
Kangaroos smash AFLW record with 24 straight wins
The North Melbourne Kangaroos have rewritten AFLW history, securing an unprecedented 24 consecutive victories and cementing their status as the competition's most dominant force.
Australia's new consumer habits: Drinking less, buying smart
New data reveals Australians are fundamentally changing their spending patterns - drinking less alcohol, forgoing flu vaccinations, and switching to supermarket home brands amid economic pressures.
London emergency services waste £11m on false alarms
Shocking new figures reveal London's fire brigade, police and ambulance services wasted over £11 million responding to malicious false alarms and hoax calls last year, raising serious concerns about resource allocation.
London elites pay £20,000 for Halloween decorations
Wealthy London residents are splashing up to £20,000 on professional Halloween decorations, creating spectacular displays that are terrifyingly expensive.
$33M BOM website revamp cost revealed after public outrage
The Bureau of Meteorology's controversial website overhaul has cost Australian taxpayers a staggering $33.4 million, with the final price tag revealed after widespread public outrage over functionality issues and downtime.
Next sales surge 8.6% beating forecasts
British fashion giant Next reports impressive 8.6% full-price sales growth in latest quarter, outperforming market expectations as customers return to physical stores and embrace new collections.
Australia's October: Diwali, Trains & Platypus Photos
From Melbourne's vibrant Diwali celebrations to intimate platypus encounters and striking urban landscapes, explore Australia's most captivating moments through October's award-winning photography.
Matthew Reilly: Why Australian community beats American individualism
Bestselling Australian author Matthew Reilly reveals why he believes community-focused Australia offers a better way of life than America's 'every person for themselves' culture in exclusive interview.
Lost Lo-Fi Tapes of Australian Nun Discovered
Decades after they were recorded, the hauntingly beautiful lo-fi pop songs of Sister Irene O'Connor have been unearthed, revealing a hidden musical talent from an unlikely source.
Labour ploughs ahead with higher welfare spending
In a bold move challenging fiscal restraint demands, Labour commits to maintaining higher annual spending on animal welfare and environmental standards, signalling a major policy shift.
UK fighter jet programme 'complacent' - damning report
A scathing National Audit Office investigation exposes critical failures in Britain's £10bn Tempest fighter programme, warning of delays, capability gaps, and questionable spending decisions.
Treasury's 'deplorable' budget strategy sparks fury
Exclusive: Leading economic experts condemn government's pre-election budget approach as 'fiscally irresponsible' and warn of dire consequences for public services and economic stability.
Ben Jennings' Halloween Budget Cartoon: Hunt as Pumpkin Head
Acclaimed political cartoonist Ben Jennings delivers a chilling satire of the Chancellor's autumn budget, depicting Jeremy Hunt as a pumpkin-headed spectre haunting Britain with austerity measures disguised as treats.
Fujitsu faces contract ban over Post Office scandal
Exclusive investigation reveals Fujitsu's extensive government contracts continue despite Post Office Horizon scandal, as ministers face mounting pressure to sever ties with the tech giant.
Rachel Reeves' 2025 Autumn Budget: What to Expect
Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares her debut Autumn Budget with potential tax reforms, spending priorities and economic forecasts that could shape Britain's financial future.
HMV Expands Vinyl Stores Across UK & Ireland
The legendary music chain HMV is making a triumphant return to the high street, announcing ambitious expansion plans that will bring new vinyl-focused stores to key locations across the UK and Ireland throughout 2024.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Financial Crisis Deepens
Birmingham City Council faces unprecedented financial crisis as spending cuts fail to prevent effective bankruptcy. Expert analysis reveals the grim reality for residents and services.
Reeves Confronts Budget Crisis Amid Tory Attacks
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts mounting economic pressures as Labour's spending plans come under intense scrutiny, with Treasury officials warning of difficult autumn decisions ahead.
Australia's $140bn Budget Deficit Crisis Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals Australia's budget deficit has surged to a staggering $140 billion, prompting urgent warnings from Treasurer Andrew Leigh about the nation's fiscal future and the tough decisions ahead.
Reeves' bond market dilemma shapes UK spending choices
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a stark reality - financial markets now dictate Britain's economic policy, forcing tough choices between investment and austerity in a high-stakes fiscal balancing act.
Next profit upgrade defies UK retail gloom
Fashion giant Next surprises markets with second profit upgrade, suggesting British shoppers remain resilient despite economic pressures. Strong third-quarter sales point to potential retail sector recovery.
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