UK charities face funding crisis and rising demand
Britain's voluntary sector is struggling with a severe financial crunch, rising costs, and falling donations as demand for services soars. Can Labour's 'covenant' offer a lifeline?
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Six Challenges Shaping Australian Politics in 2026
A look at the six major factors, from inflation to infighting, that will define the political landscape for PM Albanese and Opposition Leader Sussan Ley in the crucial year ahead. Discover the key tests for both leaders.
Australia's Major Sporting Events for 2026 Revealed
Australia gears up for a blockbuster 2026 sporting year, hosting the Commonwealth Games and Women's Rugby World Cup while chasing glory abroad. Discover the key dates.
Political Predictions 2026: Starmer, SNP & Reform UK
Political commentator Eliot Wilson makes five key predictions for UK politics in 2026, covering Keir Starmer's future, SNP fortunes, and a potential Reform UK scandal. Read the full forecast.
2026 Tarot Horoscope: Your Sign's Defining Card
Discover the tarot card that will define 2026 for your zodiac sign. Get a sneak peek into career, love, and purpose themes for the coming year. Read your 2026 horoscope now.
Winter Olympics 2026: UK Guide to Dates & How to Watch
The 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy begin on February 6. Here is the full schedule, how to watch on BBC and Discovery+ in the UK, and Team GB's medal hopes.
London's Top 10 New Theatre Shows for January 2026
Discover the must-see London theatre opening in January 2026, from star-led West End premieres to avant-garde Shakespeare and hit Edinburgh transfers. Book your tickets now.
London Theatre 2026: Top Shows & Musicals Guide
Your essential guide to London's 2026 theatre scene. Discover the hottest musicals, major West End transfers, and groundbreaking plays to book now.
Sky News Podcast Previews Pivotal 2026 for America
Sky News's Trump 100 team previews a potentially defining 2026 in US politics. Martha Kelner, James Matthews & Mark Stone analyse the year ahead. Listen to the New Year's special now.
Top 10 Must-See Films of 2026 Revealed
Discover the biggest blockbusters of 2026, from Christopher Nolan's $250m 'The Odyssey' to long-awaited sequels like 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'. Plan your cinema year now.
29 Most Anticipated UK TV Shows Coming in 2026
Discover the 29 most hotly awaited TV shows coming to UK screens in 2026, including The Night Manager's return, new Game of Thrones tales, and binge-worthy thrillers. Plan your watchlist now.
2026 Fiction Preview: Major New Novels Announced
A look ahead at the biggest fiction releases for 2026, featuring major new works from Maggie O'Farrell, Julian Barnes, George Saunders, and many more. Discover the essential books to pre-order now.
2026's Must-Read Books: Saunders, Smith, Stuart & More
Discover the most anticipated books of 2026. Get ready for new novels from George Saunders, Ali Smith, and Douglas Stuart, plus major memoirs and stunning debuts.
Psychic's 2026 Celebrity Predictions: Exposés & Splits
Psychic musician Sabrina Kennedy reveals her explosive 2026 predictions for celebrities, from major exposés and Katie Price's transformation to Timothée Chalamet's split. Get the full forecast.
End-of-Year Tarot Horoscope for 2026 Revealed
As 2025, a '9' year of enlightenment, ends, tarot reveals what each star sign should release and what energy to carry into 2026, a '1' year of magic and new beginnings. Discover your sign's guidance.
10 Buzzing Debut Novels to Watch in 2026
Discover the most anticipated debut novels of 2026, featuring a Pulitzer finalist's first novel, a surreal prison tale, and a tradwife influencer sent to 1805. Pre-order these exciting new voices now.
Metro's 2026 Cotswolds Hike for Alzheimer's Society
Sign up for Metro's 2026 Lifeline challenge: a scenic fundraising hike in the Cotswolds for Alzheimer's Society. Choose from 25km, 50km, or 100km routes on June 13, 2026.
2026 Book Preview: Liza Minnelli, Alan Bennett & George Michael
A look ahead at the biggest nonfiction books of 2026, featuring memoirs from Liza Minnelli, Sylvester Stallone, and survivors' stories, plus diaries from Alan Bennett. Pre-order now.
2025 Legal Year: Mergers, AI & Justice System Crisis
From the rise of transatlantic law giants and AI reshaping fees to a crumbling justice system, we review the seismic shifts that defined the UK legal sector in 2025. Discover the key trends.
TfL staff on £100k+ salaries triples to 548
The number of Transport for London employees earning over £100,000 has soared from 151 to 548 in three years. TfL cites inflation, backdated pay, and overtime as key drivers. Discover the full breakdown.
Business confidence ticks up after Autumn Budget
Lloyds Bank reports a 10-point rise in business confidence by end-2025, with construction sector optimism hitting a yearly high. Discover the mixed economic signals and hiring trends.
Private Sector Downturn Forecast to Drag into Spring 2026
UK business leaders warn of a prolonged private sector slump until Spring 2026, driven by pre-Budget investment freezes and hiring pauses. Explore the CBI data and economic impacts.
CBI: UK private sector downturn deepens in 2026
A CBI survey of 900+ firms shows a sharp private sector downturn as 2026 begins, with falling output and hiring freezes. Discover the data and business leaders' warnings.
Emmerdale 2026: Three Deadly New Year Showdowns
Emmerdale's New Year brings three explosive finales: a secret pregnancy, a serial killer's return, and a criminal showdown. Which characters will survive? Read the spoilers.
Pubs and Restaurants Face Business Rates Surge
New analysis reveals business rates for UK pubs, restaurants and hotels are set to almost double by 2028, adding over £32,000 per property, despite a government-promised tax cut. Industry backlash grows.
Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader in £2.7bn law firm merger
Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft plan a mega-merger to create a £2.7bn legal giant. Discover the details and what it means for the global legal market.
UK economy shrinks ahead of Rachel Reeves's budget
Official figures show the UK economy contracted in October, with public borrowing higher than forecast in November. Get the latest on GDP and the fiscal outlook.
UK Government Borrowing Overshoots Expectations in November
UK public sector borrowing reached £11.7bn in November, surpassing City forecasts. Year-on-year borrowing fell due to higher tax receipts from NI changes. Read the full analysis.
City Hotels Hit by 135% Business Rates Hike
Hotels in London's Square Mile face an average 135% rise in business rates from April 2026, sparking a major feud between the hospitality sector and the Treasury. Discover which venues are hardest hit.
EIB bosses stay cautious on hiring despite 2026 boom
Top executives at the European Investment Bank signal a continued hiring freeze for 2025, even as a major dealmaking surge is predicted for 2026. Explore the strategic reasons behind the caution.
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