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Starmer pins Budget tax rises on Tory economic legacy

PM Keir Starmer defends Autumn Budget tax increases, blaming a £16bn OBR forecast downgrade on the previous Conservative government's record. He also faced scrutiny over welfare reform and EU relations.

The case for retiring the word 'mansplain'

As 'rage bait' wins Oxford's 2025 Word of the Year, columnist Zoe Williams argues it's time to decommission problematic terms like 'mansplain', tracing its journey from useful neologism to political weapon. Read the full analysis.

Reeves faces 'lied' claims over budget black hole

Chancellor Rachel Reeves fights claims she misled the public about a £30bn fiscal black hole before announcing £26bn tax rises, as OBR data reveals a £4.2bn surplus. Read the full investigation.

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Major fire engulfs Hong Kong housing complex, leaving 9 dead and hundreds displaced. Emergency services continue search operations as investigation launches.

Reeves' Budget Speech Delivers No Surprises

Chancellor Rachel Reeves' budget speech contained no surprises after policy leaks. The OBR accidentally published the full budget online before delivery. Read analysis.

Trump-Mamdani Meeting Divides MAGA Supporters

Donald Trump's cordial Oval Office meeting with Zohran Mamdani has created disarray among his MAGA base, with prominent supporters expressing outrage over the warm reception.

Badenoch dismisses Reeves' 'mansplain' claim

Kemi Badenoch dismisses Rachel Reeves' 'mansplaining' accusation and issues stark warning against tax rises in Wednesday's budget. Read the latest political clash.

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