Banks escape Rachel Reeves tax raid after lobbying
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has abandoned plans for a major banking tax raid following fierce industry lobbying, handing Britain's financial institutions a £4bn reprieve.
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UK Proposes Sweeping Gambling Reforms with Stricter Checks
The UK government unveils sweeping gambling reforms including mandatory financial risk assessments, tighter advertising rules, and enhanced player protections in a major regulatory overhaul.
AI 'Nigel' Predicts Economic Crisis Amid Tax Shortfall
A Nostradamus-inspired AI named Nigel forecasts economic turmoil while ministers point fingers at benefit claimants. Exclusive analysis reveals the real story behind Britain's tax gap.
Trump's Tumultuous First Year Back in Office
An in-depth analysis of Donald Trump's dramatic first year back in office, from policy upheavals to international tensions and domestic challenges that defined his unexpected return to power.
Reeves weighs Osborne-style tax threshold freeze
Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers maintaining income tax thresholds until 2028, mirroring George Osborne's strategy, to raise £10bn annually while avoiding direct tax hikes.
Reform UK Pension Plan Could Cost Billions Extra
Prospect union analysis reveals Reform UK's proposed public sector pension changes could add billions to government spending, raising concerns about fiscal responsibility.
Reeves' Budget: Tax Rises Loom in November
Exclusive analysis of Chancellor Rachel Reeves' upcoming budget reveals potential tax increases and economic reforms that could reshape Britain's financial landscape.
US Government Shutdown Becomes Longest in History
As the US experiences its lengthiest government shutdown in history, discover the real-world consequences affecting millions of federal workers and essential services across America.
Australia's rental crisis: 60% of income spent on housing
New data reveals Australia's rental affordability crisis has worsened dramatically, with low-income households spending over 60% of income on rent as the government faces calls for urgent intervention.
US Government Shutdown: Real Consequences for Americans
As the US government shutdown continues, millions of federal workers face financial uncertainty while essential services from food safety to national parks feel the strain. Discover how this political stalemate is affecting everyday citizens.
Rachel Reeves blames predecessors for economic challenges
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism after blaming predecessors for economic challenges while avoiding questions about her own responsibility in navigating Britain's financial predicament.
Rachel Reeves's dangerous economic gamble revealed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's recent speech promises economic stability, but experts warn it's built on precarious foundations. Analysis reveals the hidden risks in her fiscal strategy.
Rachel Reeves: Why tax rises shouldn't feel taxing
Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlines her surprising approach to tax rises, focusing on economic growth and fairness rather than traditional revenue-raising measures.
Government's Massive Crime & Policing Bill Unveiled
The UK government has announced its most significant crime and justice reforms in decades, introducing harsher sentences for serious offences and expanding police authority in a sweeping new bill.
Startup Bank Fuels New Careers for Unemployed Brits
A revolutionary government-backed banking initiative is transforming unemployment into entrepreneurship across Britain, offering funding and support to help job-seekers launch their own businesses.
Mythical Dorsetshire to get two new towns in housing plan
Government reveals ambitious plans for two new towns in the fictional county of Dorsetshire, addressing housing shortages with 40,000 new homes and community infrastructure.
Judge blocks Tennessee National Guard deployment in Memphis
A federal judge has halted Tennessee Governor Bill Lee's controversial deployment of National Guard troops to Memphis, ruling the move likely violates constitutional rights and represents government overreach.
Reeves's Budget: Honest About Tax?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as her first major budget raises questions about transparency and future tax decisions. Analysis reveals what the numbers really mean for British households.
Sir Alan Bates Secures Post Office Scandal Settlement
After years of fighting for justice, former subpostmaster Sir Alan Bates has reached a significant settlement with the government, marking a pivotal moment in the Horizon IT scandal that ruined hundreds of lives.
New York City Elects New Mayor in 2025 Election
New Yorkers have cast their decisive votes in the 2025 mayoral election, choosing new leadership to guide America's largest city through critical challenges ahead.
Benefits anxiety: How bureaucratic language creates barriers
Exploring how the complex language used in UK benefits applications creates psychological barriers and exacerbates claimant anxiety in the welfare system.
Croydon's £32M funding gap vs Lambeth sparks outrage
New analysis reveals staggering funding inequality between Croydon and Lambeth, with South London boroughs facing a postcode lottery in government support that threatens local services.
US Veterans Benefits Face Funding Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of American veterans could lose crucial financial support as key government benefit programme faces imminent funding crisis.
Reeves won't rule out tax rises in Autumn Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting speculation as she refuses to rule out tax increases ahead of next week's crucial Autumn Budget, leaving households and businesses anxiously awaiting her announcement.
Reeves dodges tax question before budget speech
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny after repeatedly avoiding questions about potential tax increases during a pre-budget press encounter, raising speculation about the government's fiscal plans.
Australia's Free Solar Power Scheme to Cut Household Bills
Groundbreaking government initiative will provide free solar installations to thousands of Australian homes, offering significant relief from soaring electricity costs while accelerating the nation's renewable energy transition.
Labour's poverty dilemma: 450,000 children wait
Exclusive analysis reveals Labour's cautious approach to child poverty, opting for gradual reform over immediate universal credit expansion despite rising hardship across Britain.
Council's lavish spending on staff meals and hotels revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals Hounslow Council spent thousands on fine dining and luxury hotels while implementing austerity measures affecting local residents.
NZ scraps Māori culture rules in schools
The New Zealand government has abolished mandatory Māori cultural practices in classrooms, sparking debate about cultural preservation versus educational flexibility.
Spanish PM in crisis as corruption probes target family
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez faces his most serious political crisis yet as corruption investigations engulf his wife and close political allies, testing the stability of his minority government.
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