East London leisure centres may open until 2am
Tower Hamlets Council plans to keep Mile End and Whitechapel leisure centres open until 2am to generate income and cater for shift workers. The final budget vote is on 25th February.
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Poll: World Believes Trump is Making China Great Again
A major 21-country survey reveals global perceptions are shifting, with most expecting China's influence to grow while faith in the US as an ally declines. Explore the detailed findings.
Astronauts' Brains Change Shape After Space Travel
New research shows astronauts' brains physically shift within the skull after space missions. The changes, which partly persist, raise questions for future long-term space exploration.
New UK Paternity Leave Policy's Major Flaw Exposed
The government's new 'day one' paternity leave rights are a welcome change, but campaigners warn unpaid leave is a critical flaw. We examine the gaps and what real reform looks like.
Can youth club revival help the 'anxious generation'?
Journalist Emma Warren explores the devastating impact of austerity on UK youth centres and asks if a new government strategy can save them. Discover the hidden history and vital role of youth workers.
The Birth Keepers: Inside the UK's Doula Empire
An investigation into the unregulated world of UK doulas, known as 'The Birth Keepers', and their growing influence on maternity care. Discover the promises, risks, and the women at the centre of this movement.
Melbourne Crown Casino workers strike on New Year's Eve
Hundreds of Crown Melbourne casino staff will walk out from 10pm to 2am on New Year's Eve, protesting a proposed two-tier pay system. The industrial action threatens to disrupt celebrations. Read the full story.
Unite leader issues blunt warning to Labour government
Unite leader Sharon Graham warns the Labour government it must change course and back workers in 2026 or risk its own downfall. Read the full story.
Debate on UK Sex Work Laws Intensifies as Numbers Rise
Charities report a 76% surge in demand for support as economic hardship pushes more women into sex work, fuelling a fierce national debate on decriminalisation vs. the 'Nordic Model'. Read the full analysis.
US Visa Changes Risk Filipino Healthcare Worker Exodus
New US immigration rules under Trump could displace 20,000 Filipino healthcare workers, deepening a global staffing crisis. Discover the impact on the NHS and global health.
London Bridge near miss: Train almost hits rail workers
A terrifying photo reveals a near miss at London Bridge where a train came within 60 metres of two track workers. Read the RAIB investigation findings.
AI Drives Young Workers to Construction Trades
As AI disrupts entry-level office roles, a severe labour shortage in the UK construction industry offers lucrative, future-proof opportunities for young people. Discover the data behind the shift.
Brazil's Caatinga shifts to arid zone, desert threat grows
A 5,700 sq km area in Brazil's north-east is now classified as arid, the country's first. Climate change is accelerating desertification, devastating goat herders' livelihoods. Read the full report.
Working Through Christmas: Five Australians Share Their Day
Meet the Australians who spend Christmas Day on the job. From emergency nurses to pilots and zookeepers, discover how they bring festive cheer to their essential roles.
Sudanese volunteers risk death to deliver aid in war zone
Amid the world's worst humanitarian crisis, Sudan's Emergency Response Rooms, a network of 26,000 volunteers, secretly deliver life-saving aid. They face torture and death to help millions facing famine.
Remember 1.2 Million Working on Christmas Day, Says TUC
TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak asks the public to spare a thought for the 1.2 million people working on 25 December. He hails the new Employment Rights Act as a vital festive gift for low-paid staff.
M&S Little Black Dress Slashed to £25 in Sale
Marks & Spencer's floral appliqué shift dress is now half price at £24.75. Shoppers praise its 'sin-hiding' fit and versatile style for work and parties. Grab the bargain while stocks last.
Royal Mail postal workers wear shorts in snow
Discover the practical reason Royal Mail postal workers wear shorts all year, even in freezing weather. It's not about toughness, but temperature regulation during their demanding rounds.
Inside the STI testing clinic for sex workers
A journalist's visit to a Soho sexual health clinic reveals the rigorous, routine testing in the adult industry, challenging the 'dirty' stereotype and highlighting a model for public health.
China's rural protests surge as migrant workers return home
A 70% surge in rural protests across China reveals a crisis of returning migrant workers and local government debt, sparking clashes over land and livelihoods. Explore the deepening social fissures.
Chile elects far-right president José Antonio Kast
José Antonio Kast, a Pinochet admirer, wins Chile's presidency in a landslide. This analysis explores his rise and what it signals for Latin America's political future. Read more.
Migration Could Hit 300,000 by 2030, Adviser Says
The UK's net migration is predicted to rise to around 300,000 by the decade's end, says government adviser Prof Brian Bell. Explore the data and political implications.
Trump wage cuts threaten US Christmas tree industry workforce
Mexican H-2A visa workers, vital for North Carolina's £115m Christmas tree industry, may not return due to new wage cuts and immigration fears. Explore the human cost.
Landmark UK employment rights bill passes into law
Labour's flagship employment bill, hailed as a 'generational shift', becomes law after Lords battle. New rights on zero-hours contracts, sick pay, and parental leave expected from 2026.
East Midlands Overtakes London in House Price Growth
New analysis reveals the East Midlands is set for 94% house price growth, surpassing London. Discover the top investment spots like Nottingham and Derby.
Cancer patient's struggle as Trump ends remote work for husband
A Maryland woman with stage four cancer faces a desperate battle as her federal worker husband is forced back to the office, threatening their healthcare and livelihood. Read her story.
Rayner urges MPs to sit 'through the night' on rights bill
Angela Rayner calls for MPs to sit through the night to pass her flagship Employment Rights Bill, as Lords' delays threaten manifesto pledge on sick pay. MPs vote to scrap unfair dismissal cap.
Ford takes $19.5bn hit, cancels electric models
Ford announces a massive $19.5bn writedown and cancels key electric vehicles, including the F-150 Lightning, pivoting to hybrids and petrol models amid shifting US policy and demand. Read the full analysis.
Workers' rights bill passes but key battles lie ahead
Labour's employment bill moves forward after business groups urge Lords to stop blocking it, but critical details on contracts and rights are deferred to secondary legislation, setting the stage for fresh disputes.
Business groups urge Lords to pass workers' rights bill
Six major UK employer groups warn Tory peers that blocking Labour's workers' rights bill risks a hard-won compromise on unfair dismissal. The legislation faces a crucial vote this week.
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