Labour Urged to Reform £100K Tax Trap for HENRYs
New research reveals high marginal tax rates and frozen childcare thresholds are preventing High Earners Not Rich Yet from investing, with 82% altering behavior to avoid crossing £100,000 income.
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US 'Investigating' Strike on Iranian Girls' School, Hegseth Evasive
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was evasive when questioned about a deadly airstrike on a girls' school in Minab, Iran, stating only that the US is 'investigating' the incident. Iranian officials report at least 165 students killed, with the UN calling
Merz's Washington Visit Amid Trump's Middle East Conflict
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz faced a diplomatic high-wire act during his Washington meeting with Donald Trump, as Europe grapples with the economic and security fallout from the Middle East conflict.
Starmer Refuses to Reveal Defence Investment Plan Date
Prime Minister Keir Starmer declined to specify when the government's defence investment plan will be published, as Kemi Badenoch criticized spending pace amid Middle East tensions.
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Palace Worker Removes Virginia Giuffre Memorial Plaque
A gardener at Buckingham Palace removed a memorial plaque honoring Virginia Giuffre, placed by activists to honor her fight against Jeffrey Epstein and Prince Andrew.
Labour MP's Husband Arrested in China Spy Probe
The husband of Labour MP Joani Reid is one of three men detained by Metropolitan Police under the National Security Act on suspicion of spying for China.
Starmer: UK Nationals in Middle East Are Top Priority
Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized during PMQs that safeguarding UK citizens in the Middle East is the government's foremost concern, while addressing criticism over his stance on the conflict.
Europe's Fighter Jet Project at Risk in Dassault-Airbus Row
Dassault Aviation warns the €100bn Future Combat Air System could be 'dead' if Airbus refuses cooperation, threatening Europe's next-generation defense project.
Duo Acted as 'Shadow Police' for China in UK, Court Told
Two dual nationals are on trial at the Old Bailey for allegedly conducting surveillance and intelligence gathering on behalf of Hong Kong authorities, targeting pro-democracy figures and politicians in the UK.
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Iranian Missile Hits Container Ship, Crew Abandons in Strait of Hormuz
A Maltese-flagged container ship was struck by an Iranian missile in the Strait of Hormuz, forcing the crew to abandon ship. The incident raises concerns about global oil shipments through this critical waterway.
Starmer's EU Reset Stalls: Four Steps to Revive UK-Europe Ties
MPs warn Keir Starmer's plan to improve UK-EU relations lacks direction. Here are four clear actions, from food deals to youth mobility, to jumpstart the Brexit reset and boost the economy.
Ex-Gamekeeper Appeals Murder Conviction After Life Sentence
David Campbell, 77, convicted of murdering ex-colleague Brian Low in Perthshire, plans to appeal his life sentence. The case involved a getaway on an e-bike and police errors.
Half of Americans Back Abolishing ICE, Poll Shows
A new YouGov poll reveals 50% of Americans support dismantling ICE as opposition to Trump's immigration policies grows amid government shutdown and protests.
Starmer Defends UK Iran Stance, Clashes with Badenoch
Prime Minister Keir Starmer told MPs that 'hanging on to President Trump's latest words is not the special relationship' after criticism of his handling of the Iran conflict, as he faced attacks from opposition leader Kemi Badenoch during PMQs.
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Grenfell Handprint Wall Saved from Demolition by Families
A haunting wall bearing handprints of Grenfell Tower victims has been preserved after bereaved families filed legal action, halting demolition in key areas of the disaster site.
Irish MP's Viral Speech on Colonial History Sparks Debate
Thomas Gould's parliamentary address on Ireland's colonial past and Caribbean ties has ignited discussions on historical accountability and modern diplomacy.
UK May Join Iran Missile Strikes as US Bombers Deploy to Bases
British officials indicate future participation in strikes against Iranian ballistic missile sites as US heavy bombers prepare to deploy to UK bases at RAF Fairford and Diego Garcia.
Secret Election Review Exposes Liberal Party's Hidden Strategy
A confidential election review, suppressed by the Liberal Party, reveals internal failures and strategic missteps that contributed to their recent electoral defeat.
McLachlan Urges Repatriation of Australians from Syria
Liberal Senator James McLachlan calls for the urgent repatriation of Australian women and children detained in Syria, highlighting humanitarian and security concerns.
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US Submarine Sinks Iranian Warship Near Sri Lanka
US Defense Secretary confirms submarine torpedo strike sank Iranian frigate Iris Dena off Sri Lanka's coast, marking first US attack on Iranian forces outside Middle East during conflict.
Welsh Voters Confused Over Devolution and Election System
A new poll shows nearly 60% of Welsh voters are unaware of the new voting system for May's Senedd elections, with widespread confusion over devolved powers and low recognition of political figures.
Leaked US Cable Shows Israeli Doubts Before Beirut Strikes
A leaked US embassy cable indicates Israeli officials doubted Lebanon and Syria could contain Hezbollah, preceding recent airstrikes on Beirut's southern suburbs.
UK Evacuates Britons from Middle East Conflict Zones
Over 1,000 British nationals return as flights resume from UAE and Oman. Foreign Office advises against travel to multiple countries while planning potential mass evacuation.
UK Arrests Three Men for Alleged China Spying
Three men have been arrested in London and Wales on suspicion of spying for China, with police citing a rise in national security cases and no immediate public threat.
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Spain Defies Trump, Says 'No to War' as Trade War Looms
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez refuses US use of bases for Iran strikes, risking trade war with Trump. EU allies react as tensions escalate over Middle East conflict.
US Official: Iran Tried to Kill Trump, Leader Eliminated
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announces the killing of an Iranian leader who allegedly plotted against former President Trump, as conflict escalates with over 1,000 casualties reported in Iran.
Battersea 'Murder Mile' Horror: Second Stabbing Sparks Fear
A 25-year-old man was chased and stabbed to death near Battersea Power Station, leaving a blood trail that locals now call 'murder mile'. This marks the second fatal attack in the same area since 2023.
London Student Found Dead on Beach After Missing Report
The body of Junmo Jeong, a 20-year-old London College of Fashion student, was discovered near St Margaret's Bay in Kent, following his disappearance last week. Police confirm the death is not suspicious.
Charter Flights for Britons Stranded in Middle East
The UK government announces charter flights for British nationals stranded in the Middle East amid escalating conflict, with travel advisories and evacuation plans detailed.
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Guardian's 'Off Duty' Podcast: 12-Year Innocence Battle
A new Guardian Investigates podcast, 'Off Duty,' explores a Chicago police officer's 2011 murder case. One suspect's 12-year fight for justice challenges systemic flaws in the US criminal system.
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