Environment Agency loses £300m in landfill tax
A watchdog report reveals the Environment Agency failed to collect £300m in landfill tax from illegal waste sites. Read the full investigation into this major financial and environmental failure.
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Tesla cuts Model 3 price as European sales slide
Tesla launches a cheaper Model 3 in Europe to counter plunging sales, driven by Musk's political controversies and fierce Chinese competition. Will it revive demand?
Why falling oil prices aren't cutting UK fuel costs
UK drivers face stubbornly high petrol and diesel prices despite a drop in oil costs. We examine the refinery crisis, retailer margins, and the CMA's upcoming report.
Why UK fuel prices remain high as oil costs fall
UK drivers face stubbornly high petrol and diesel costs despite a drop in oil prices. We examine the clash between retailers, regulators, and campaigners over alleged profiteering and complex supply chains.
Construction worker wins £47k car in online competition
A London construction worker is in shock after winning a brand-new £47,000 Cupra Terramar in an online spot-the-ball competition. After two years of playing, Amaniel Haile was surprised at work by BOTB. Read his incredible story.
Why UK petrol prices remain high as oil costs fall
As oil prices drop, UK drivers still face high fuel costs. We examine the clash between retailers, regulators, and campaigners over pump prices and profiteering claims.
Why UK petrol prices remain high despite falling oil costs
UK drivers face stubbornly high fuel prices despite a drop in oil costs. We examine the clash between retailers and regulators, and when a new price transparency scheme might help.
Amazon's European Rocket Base in French Guiana
Amazon is building a European spaceport in French Guiana, deploying a 'Foreign Legion' of engineers to challenge SpaceX. Discover the geopolitical and economic stakes.
Calls for Stronger Action on Baby Formula Affordability
The UK government faces pressure to take tougher action on the baby formula crisis, as families still struggle with high costs. New reforms are a start, but campaigners demand more.
Campaigners: Baby Formula Reforms Must Go Further
The UK government faces calls for stronger action on the baby formula crisis, as new measures fall short of a price cap. Discover the impact on families and the CMA's key recommendations.
OBR Chief's Departure Eases Pressure on Chancellor Reeves
The surprise resignation of the OBR's chair offers Chancellor Rachel Reeves temporary relief from fiscal scrutiny, but experts warn the underlying economic challenges remain. Discover the implications for UK economic policy.
Sam Altman declares 'code red' at OpenAI over ChatGPT
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has issued a 'code red' to staff as ChatGPT faces fierce competition from Google's Gemini 3. Discover the internal memo details and the AI rivalry's impact.
OBR Chief Resigns Amid Budget Scandal, Pressure on Reeves
OBR chair Richard Hughes resigns after budget document leak. Chancellor Rachel Reeves and PM Keir Starmer defend their economic plans amid growing political pressure. Read the full analysis.
Retired Fireman Wins £120k BMW X5 in BOTB Prize
A retired firefighter from Cheltenham has scooped a BMW X5 and a tax-free cash bundle worth nearly £120,000 in an online spot the ball competition. Read his heartwarming story.
Trump extends asylum freeze after guard shooting
President Trump announces indefinite asylum pause following fatal National Guard shooting. Read the latest developments and expert warnings about immigration policy changes.
Genius Crossword 270: £100 Prize Competition
Challenge yourself with Guardian's Genius Crossword 270 featuring modified answers and hidden quotations. Register now for a chance to win the £100 monthly prize. Deadline: 3 January.
US immigration oversight dismantled, experts warn
Trump administration dismantles DHS civil rights watchdog system, reducing staff from 150 to 9. Experts warn this enables immigration abuses with impunity as detention network expands.
Rugby's R360 League Postponed Until 2028
The proposed R360 breakaway rugby competition delays launch by two years until 2028 amid international opposition. Strategic decision or sign of trouble?
Barnaby Joyce defection & UK deepfake firm blocked
Barnaby Joyce may defect to One Nation as a UK deepfake company is blocked in Australia for generating child exploitation material. Follow our live politics blog.
Win £200 for Your Best UK Winter Walk Tip
Share your favourite UK winter walking route for a chance to win a £200 Coolstays voucher. Tom Hall of Lonely Planet will judge the best entry. Competition closes 5th December.
Top 6 Destinations Under £1000 & Win Flight Voucher
Discover six fantastic holiday destinations you can fly to from the UK for under £1,000. Plus, enter the Nordic Spirit competition for a chance to win a £1,000 flight voucher.
Nature inFocus 2025 Photography Winners Announced
Discover the breathtaking winners of the Nature inFocus 2025 photography competition, showcasing stunning wildlife images from flamingos in Dubai to Arctic wolves in Canada.
2025 BirdLife Australia Photography Award Winners
Discover the stunning winners of the 2025 BirdLife Australia photography awards, from a preening brush turkey to a wise cassowary. These captivating images support vital bird conservation programmes across Australia.
Share your UK winter activity tip to win £200
Got a favourite UK winter activity? Share your tip for a chance to win a £200 Coolstays voucher. Tom Hall of Lonely Planet will judge. Enter by 1 December.
Win £2.9m Cornwall House for £5 in Black Friday Deal
Enter Raffle House's Black Friday offer to win a stunning £2.9 million sea-view property in Cornwall. Get 15 tickets for just £5 using code BF50. Don't miss this life-changing opportunity!
FCA Consumer Chief Sheldon Mills to Leave Watchdog
FCA executive Sheldon Mills is stepping down after eight years. He will lead a government review into AI's role in consumer financial advice. Discover the implications.
AI Boosts Democracy: Global Success Stories Revealed
Discover how Brazil, Japan, Germany and California are using artificial intelligence to enhance democratic processes, reduce court backlogs and engage voters more effectively.
Strictly's Blackpool Relies on Two Star Dancers
As Strictly Come Dancing heads to Blackpool, discover why the series would be lost without the extraordinary talents of Lewis Cope and Amber Davies. Read the full analysis.
Strictly Come Dancing Blackpool Week 2025 Schedule
Don't miss Strictly's iconic Blackpool Week! Get the 2025 schedule, show times, and all essential details for this milestone episode. Tune in this weekend!
China crowns 'World's Laziest Man' in bed rotting contest
A Chinese man wins 'world's laziest' title after lying still for 33 hours in shopping mall competition. Discover the bizarre 'bed rotting' trend sweeping social media and its health impacts.
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