London bus punctuality: 79% ran on time last year
New data reveals 79% of London's local buses ran on time in the year to March. Explore the figures, the impact of the £3 fare cap, and calls for better funding and infrastructure.
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UK Evangelicals' Politics Split, Differing from US Religious Right
New polling reveals UK evangelicals favour Labour, contrasting sharply with the US religious right's Trump support. Explore the complex role of faith in British politics.
Death Cap Mushroom Poisoning Outbreak in California
California health officials issue urgent warning to foragers after a death and severe liver damage linked to toxic death cap mushrooms. Learn the symptoms and risks.
Labour abolishes two-child limit on benefits
The new Labour government has abolished the controversial two-child benefit limit. While a vital step, experts urge further action to meet child poverty targets. Read the analysis.
Labour's Plan to Lift 550,000 Children from Poverty
The Labour government unveils its child poverty strategy, targeting 550,000 children by 2030 with expanded childcare, free school meals, and support for vulnerable families. Read the full details.
Unlimited unfair dismissal payouts considered by Labour
Labour ministers propose scrapping the £118k cap on unfair dismissal awards to appease unions after dropping 'day one' rights. Business groups warn of a surge in costly tribunal claims.
New child poverty plan aims to lift 550,000 children out of poverty
The government's new child poverty strategy pledges to lift half a million children out of poverty by 2030, with the scrapping of the two-child benefit cap as its centrepiece. Critics argue the plan lacks long-term ambition.
The Crunch: Victorian Voting, AI Costs, Gen Z Sex Lives
This week's data digest explores Victoria's voting reform, the staggering revenue needed for AI, climate's impact on US insurance, and insights into Gen Z's intimate lives. Sign up for The Crunch.
Government's child poverty strategy targets 550,000 children
The government's new child poverty strategy pledges to lift half a million children from poverty by scrapping the two-child benefit cap. Critics argue the plan lacks long-term ambition. Read the full analysis.
Budget 2025: DWP benefits and state pension increases confirmed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Budget pledges £15bn for welfare, with Universal Credit rising 6.2% and the two-child cap scrapped. See how much more you'll get from April 2026.
Energy bills to rise £108 by 2031 for grid upgrades
Ofgem announces a £28bn energy infrastructure investment, adding £108 to average household bills by 2031. Get the full breakdown of costs and government support.
Right-Wing Campaign Targets Women's Suffrage in US
A growing far-right movement in the US is blaming women's advancement for social ills and calling for the repeal of the 19th Amendment. Explore the alarming modern and retro sexism driving this push.
Victoria to cut 4,000 public service jobs in $2.3bn savings plan
The Victorian government announces a major public sector overhaul, aiming to cut 4,000 jobs and save $2.3bn. Find out which departments are affected and the impact on services.
US Voting Rights Trial: Goal to End Same-Day Registration
A federal trial in North Carolina reveals a push by conservative activists to eliminate same-day voter registration, a move critics say targets college students. Explore the details and potential impact.
Labour's Pension Tax & Investment Mandate Sparks Outcry
Labour faces backlash over a £5bn tax raid on salary sacrifice pensions and new powers to mandate fund investments, with critics warning of a 'war on savers'. Read the full analysis.
Lachlan Murdoch: Fox knew election claims were false
Lachlan Murdoch admitted under oath that Fox News knew its 2020 election fraud claims were baseless. Read the full testimony and its implications for media accountability.
I'm A Celebrity's 25-year winner streak sparks racism debate
As the 2025 I'm A Celebrity final looms, the show is set to crown its 25th consecutive white winner, igniting a fierce debate about racism and unconscious bias in British reality TV voting.
Carnaby Street public realm transformation plans revealed
London's iconic Carnaby Street could be transformed by a major public realm revamp. Shaftesbury Capital's plans include new signage, lighting, and a return to its historic roots. Have your say in the consultation.
Labour Defends 'Jobs for Mates' Review Findings
The Labour government faces criticism after failing to adopt key recommendations from its own review into public sector appointments. Read the full analysis of the political fallout.
Victoria's Voting System Faces Overhaul
Victoria remains Australia's last state using group voting tickets for its upper house, a system criticised for undemocratic outcomes. Could 2026 bring change?
Why UK Stocks Are Primed for a 2026 Comeback
The UK stock market, long overlooked, is poised for outperformance in 2026. Discover the drivers, from FTSE 100 gains to small-cap 'gems' and new budget incentives.
Rachel Reeves faces resignation calls after budget pledge broken
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is under intense pressure to resign after breaking a key manifesto pledge on taxes to fund welfare changes. Analysis of the political fallout and public reaction.
Budget Winners & Losers: Readers Debate Key Policies
Readers react to Rachel Reeves' Budget, debating the new EV tax, farmer protests, and the two-child benefit cap lift. Join the discussion on the key policies shaping the UK.
Starmer's Budget: Welfare Reform & Economic Growth
PM Keir Starmer defends Budget decisions, outlining welfare system reforms and a £250bn industrial strategy to boost growth and lower living costs for Britons.
Alabama teen's voting map selected over professionals
An 18-year-old student's late-night dorm room project became Alabama's official voting map, beating professional cartographers in a landmark court decision that empowers citizen participation.
Reeves Denies Misleading Public Over Budget Finances
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her Budget decisions amid criticism over tax rises and fiscal headroom. Discover how £16bn downgrade shaped the economic plan.
Electric car owners face £49 monthly cost increase
Millions of electric vehicle owners will pay extra £49 monthly from January as Ofgem raises energy price cap. Learn how to reduce charging costs.
Young British Jews shifting support to Green Party
New research reveals a 900% surge in Green party support among young British Jews, driven by progressive values and Middle East policies. Explore the shifting political landscape.
Hackney demands rent control powers after price surge
Labour-run Hackney Council petitions government for rent cap powers as borough sees 49% rent rise since 2010. Could this be the solution to London's housing crisis?
Two-Child Benefit Cap Scrapped: London Impact
Chancellor Rachel Reeves scraps the two-child benefit cap, set to lift 350,000 UK children from poverty. Discover which London constituencies are most affected.
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