Dutch Election Shock: Wilders Faces Political Shutout
In a stunning reversal of fortunes, Geert Wilders' far-right PVV party faces exclusion from government as centrist rivals join forces to block his path to power in the Netherlands.
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Trump's Food Stamp Gambit Targets Federal Workers
Exclusive investigation reveals how Trump administration's proposed SNAP reforms could plunge thousands of federal employees into food insecurity while rewarding political allies.
Reeves considers income tax hike and NI cut
Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers controversial tax reforms that could see income tax rise while cutting National Insurance, sparking debate over fiscal fairness.
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.
Four-Day Week Evidence Grows Despite Minister's Doubts
New research reveals the four-day working week is delivering spectacular results for UK businesses, with productivity soaring and staff wellbeing transforming workplaces. Discover why the evidence is becoming impossible to ignore.
Business leaders push for four-day week in England
Top UK business leaders and charity heads are urging ministers to spearhead England's transition to a four-day working week, citing overwhelming evidence of productivity gains and wellbeing benefits.
Mother loses child benefit over flight she never took
A British mother lost her child benefit payments after the DWP ruled she had 'emigrated' to Norway - despite never actually boarding the flight to Oslo she'd booked. Discover how a bureaucratic loophole is costing families their entitlements.
Ministers' Tax Arrangements Under Scrutiny
An explosive investigation reveals how government ministers benefit from tax arrangements they'd deny ordinary citizens, creating a stark double standard in Britain's fiscal policy.
Dutch Election Shock: Wilders Loses Ground in Exit Poll
In a stunning reversal of fortunes, Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders appears to have lost ground as centrist parties forge ahead in critical provincial elections, dealing a significant blow to his anti-immigration agenda.
Boris Johnson joins Tory revolt against Badenoch policies
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has launched a stunning attack on Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch's approach, becoming the third ex-Tory leader to publicly criticise her policies in a major Conservative Party split.
Pocock wins Senate transparency battle, extends question time
Independent Senator David Pocock secures historic Senate reforms, forcing the government to extend question time and increase parliamentary accountability in a major transparency victory.
Trump's Radical Second Term Agenda: Mass Deportations Planned
Exclusive analysis of the Trump administration's controversial second-term blueprint, featuring mass deportations, federal workforce purges, and dramatic policy shifts that could reshape America.
Waterloo Station: Major 24-hour travel disruption
Commuters face severe disruption as one of London's busiest stations experiences significant power supply issues, causing widespread cancellations and delays across multiple rail services.
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.
UK fast-tracks Vietnamese migrant deportations
No 10 announces accelerated removal process for Vietnamese migrants entering Britain through unofficial channels as part of new immigration crackdown.
UK signs new deal to return Vietnamese migrants
The UK government has signed a landmark agreement with Vietnam to facilitate the return of migrants, addressing small boat crossings and illegal immigration concerns.
Major tech crash hits Outlook, Xbox and ASDA
Thousands of users across the UK report simultaneous outages affecting Microsoft services, Xbox Live and ASDA operations in a major technical failure.
Police ignored sex offender's surrender attempts
Exclusive: Hadush Kebatu, wrongly released from prison, alleges Metropolitan Police disregarded multiple attempts to hand himself in, raising serious questions about public safety and systemic failures.
US Government Shutdown 2025 Costs Economy Billions
The 2025 US government shutdown has triggered staggering economic losses, with new analysis revealing billions in damages and widespread disruption across federal services.
Microsoft Azure outage causes global business disruption
A major Microsoft Azure outage has brought businesses worldwide to a standstill, affecting thousands of users and critical services across multiple sectors.
Lee Anderson accused of gaming benefits system
Reform UK deputy leader Lee Anderson faces allegations of exploiting the benefits system while pushing for welfare cuts, according to explosive findings from Citizens Advice.
Wilders' Netherlands: One Year On - The Verdict
An in-depth analysis of the Netherlands under Geert Wilders' far-right leadership - from immigration crackdowns to economic realities. Discover how Dutch voters are responding to their controversial government's first year in power.
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.
New politics promise descends into messy squabbles
The party that vowed to transform British politics has delivered little more than internal squabbles and legislative gridlock, leaving voters disillusioned.
Kimmel blasts Trump over government shutdown
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel delivers blistering critique of Donald Trump's role in potential government shutdown, highlighting political tensions and entertainment industry's response.
UK sends emergency aid to hurricane-hit Jamaica
The British government has mobilised urgent humanitarian assistance for Jamaica following the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa, with emergency supplies and support teams en route to the Caribbean.
PIP eligibility overhaul could save £9bn yearly
Major reforms to Personal Independence Payment eligibility could save taxpayers £9 billion annually, but disability advocates warn of devastating consequences for vulnerable claimants.
Starmer refuses to rule out budget tax rises
Prime Minister Keir Starmer refuses to eliminate tax increases in the upcoming budget during tense Commons exchange with Kemi Badenoch, signalling potential fiscal tightening ahead.
Hurricane Melissa: No 'Natural' Disaster Say Experts
Leading scientists are calling Hurricane Melissa a 'man-made climate catastrophe' as unprecedented storms batter the UK, demanding immediate government action on the climate emergency.
Council four-day weeks face government crackdown
Local authorities across England are mobilising against four-day working weeks as South Cambridgeshire's pioneering trial faces government intervention and mounting political pressure.
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