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Student's Trip Saved by Stranger's Dormitory Offer

A student unable to afford a hotel found refuge in a stranger's university dormitory. Discover how this act of kindness highlights community spirit and the cost-of-living crisis for young travellers.

Student burned alive in Vienna crypto extortion case

A 21-year-old Ukrainian student was tortured and set alight in his father's car in Vienna after being forced to hand over cryptocurrency. Two suspects have been arrested. Read the full investigation.

Leon warns of closures after £8 million loss

Leon founder John Vincent reveals potential site closures and job cuts as he battles to restore the struggling fast-food chain to its former health. Read his full recovery plan.

Thames Water profits leap as funding crisis looms

Thames Water reports a £386m half-year profit, driven by higher bills, but warns of a potential rapid collapse into government control due to its £17bn debt crisis. Read the latest on the utility's precarious future.

OBR's Long-Term Debt Warnings Threaten UK Economy

Beyond the public feud with Chancellor Rachel Reeves, the OBR's reports reveal a perilous long-term fiscal outlook for the UK, with high debt and demographic pressures risking financial stability. Read the full analysis.

UK aims for January deal to rejoin Erasmus scheme

The UK is negotiating to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ student exchange programme by 2027. A deal could be finalised by January, marking a key step in improving post-Brexit relations with Europe. Read the latest.

79-year-old widow chased for 2p energy debt

A 79-year-old disabled widow from Dudley was pursued for a 2p debt due to a computer error, threatening her credit rating and causing immense stress. Discover how the situation was resolved.

Student loan freeze to squeeze low-paid graduates

NUS warns a 3-year freeze on the student loan repayment threshold will force graduates to repay more, sooner, potentially leaving them struggling with basic living costs. Discover the impact on new graduates.

Reeves' 'Deceiving' Budget Delays Debt Repair

Rachel Reeves faces criticism for 'deceiving' Budget that delays fiscal repair as economists warn of interest rate hold fears. Key details on borrowing and tax changes.

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