100 UK Bank Branches to Close in 2026, Map Shows
An interactive map reveals 100 UK bank branches closing in 2026, including three in London. See if your local Lloyds, Halifax, or Santander is affected.
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ISA reforms 'doomed to fail', warns AJ Bell chief
AJ Bell CEO Michael Summersgill warns Chancellor Rachel Reeves that her cash ISA limit cuts lack due diligence and will fail to boost stock market investment. Read the full critique.
Julio Iglesias denies sex abuse and trafficking claims
Spanish singer Julio Iglesias, 82, denies 'completely false' allegations of sexual abuse and human trafficking by former employees. Preliminary court proceedings are underway.
Minecraft Rival Hytale Becomes Instant Twitch Hit
Hytale, the fantasy sandbox game, launches in early access to massive success, briefly becoming Twitch's most-watched title. Discover its turbulent history and future plans.
Trinity Hall Cambridge defends admissions after memo row
Trinity Hall, Cambridge, apologises for language in an internal memo but insists its admissions policy and commitment to widening participation remain unchanged. Read the full statement.
Record High Abortions in England and Wales
New government data reveals an 11% surge in abortions in 2023, the highest rate since 1967. Experts cite the cost of living crisis and barriers to contraception as key drivers.
Northern Powerhouse Rail approved with £45bn funding
The UK government has approved the full Northern Powerhouse Rail network, including a faster Liverpool-Manchester link. The £45bn project promises to transform east-west travel across the North of England.
Wellcome Trust builds £3.7bn cash pile as markets wobble
The Wellcome Trust, Britain's largest charity, has built a £3.7bn cash reserve to shield its £40bn endowment from a market correction and seize future opportunities. Discover its contrarian strategy.
Industry Alarm Over Rushed ISA Reforms
Major investment platforms warn Chancellor Rachel Reeves that plans to slash cash ISA limits are 'flawed' and risk damaging retail investment. Read the latest on the heated Treasury talks.
New Birmingham-Manchester rail link announced
Rachel Reeves to announce Northern Powerhouse Rail revival, including a new line between Birmingham and Manchester. Construction not expected until after 2036.
New law targets AI-generated sexual images without consent
Creating sexual images without consent, including via AI like Grok, becomes a crime this week. Science Secretary Liz Kendall announces move after cabinet ministers targeted. Read the full story.
Your Horoscope for Tuesday 13 January 2026
Discover your star sign's forecast for Tuesday, January 13, 2026. The Moon's link with Saturn brings a serious but productive energy. Get your free personalised reading.
Stars and medics call for Gaza healthcare access
Cynthia Nixon, Mark Ruffalo and Ilana Glazer join doctors and rights groups in urgent letter demanding Israel restore medical care to Gaza's 'collapsed' health system. Read the full story.
National Trust Opens Historic Libraries to the Public
The National Trust is making its stately homes more welcoming, inviting visitors to sit on furniture and use historic libraries. Discover the properties involved and the charity's new initiatives for 2024.
How Australia's Public Cricket Culture Shames England's Privatisation
An Ashes tour uncovers Australia's vibrant, accessible cricket culture, starkly contrasting England's privatised model. Discover why English fans now envy their colonial offspring's sporting ethos.
Honest finder returns £1,000 cash bag in Huyton
A heartwarming tale of honesty from a Liverpool police station in the 1990s, where a lost cash bag containing over £1,000 was returned to its frantic owner. A reminder that integrity still exists.
Securitas heist masterminds could be freed on parole
Two criminals behind Britain's largest cash robbery, the £54m Securitas heist, could be released on parole exactly 20 years after the crime. Lea Rusha and Stuart Royle have paid back only a fraction of their court-ordered millions.
Securitas Heist Masterminds Could Be Freed on Parole
Two men behind Britain's biggest cash robbery, the £54m Securitas depot raid, face parole hearings. Vast sums remain missing, feared funnelled into crime. Read the latest.
Merseyside Police Detective Sacked for Misconduct
DC John Rigby dismissed without notice after pleading guilty to paying a child for sex and unauthorised computer access. He awaits sentencing in January.
Get cheaper broadband on benefits: A pensioner's guide
A reader asked how her 69-year-old sister on benefits can get online. We explain social tariffs, free data schemes, and local help available for affordable internet access in the UK.
Giant Sinkhole Opens in Melbourne Sporting Oval
A large sinkhole, 8m by 8m and 5m deep, has appeared at a sporting oval in Melbourne's north-east, close to major tunnelling works. Read the latest on the incident and response.
Large sinkhole opens at Melbourne oval near tunnelling
A large 5-metre deep sinkhole has appeared at a sporting oval in Melbourne's north-east, adjacent to the major North East Link tunnelling project. The area is cordoned off as investigations begin.
Tech Show Boss Criticises UK Government's Lack of Support
The head of the world's biggest tech trade show, CES, has criticised the UK government for its lack of support for startups, as British exhibitors fall sharply. Read why industry leaders warn the UK risks losing ground.
Gibraltar Strait Tunnel Plan Gets Major Boost
A decades-old plan for a £7.4bn underwater rail tunnel linking Spain and Morocco is back on track. New studies confirm feasibility, with potential approval by 2027. Read the latest.
Liverpool church on far-right hitlist forges unity against hate
St Anne's Church in Toxteth, home to asylum charity, was targeted in 2024 far-right riots. Discover how it forged powerful community alliances to counter hatred and build solidarity. Support grassroots action.
Record 29% of Americans Say Healthcare Cost is Top Urgent Problem
A new poll reveals a record 23% of Americans believe the US healthcare system is 'in a state of crisis', with costs the primary concern. Experts warn of a dangerous 'feedback loop' between unaffordable care and worsening health.
A&E overwhelmed as millions seek help for minor ailments
A doctor reveals why NHS emergency departments are inundated with patients suffering from hiccups and coughs, highlighting a system at breaking point. Read her urgent call for investment and public support.
Huge rise in A&E visits for coughs and colds
New NHS figures show a tenfold increase in A&E visits for minor ailments like coughs and blocked noses, piling pressure on emergency services. Experts call for better access to primary care. Read the full analysis.
Huge Rise in A&E Visits for Minor Ailments Like Coughs
Millions in England are turning to overwhelmed A&E departments for minor conditions like coughs and hiccups, as data reveals a near tenfold surge, highlighting a critical failure in primary care access.
Australia's 2026 New Year Changes: What You Need to Know
From 1 January 2026, Australians will see cheaper prescription medicines, new rules for cash payments, and major state law changes. Discover all the key updates coming into effect.
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