Trump envoy to meet Putin for Ukraine peace talks
President Trump reveals his special envoy will meet Vladimir Putin in Moscow as part of ongoing efforts to end the Ukraine war. Discover the latest developments.
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Budget salary sacrifice tax raid alarms experts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly targeting salary sacrifice schemes in the budget, a move experts warn could decimate retirement savings and increase tax bills for millions.
Teens fight Australia's social media ban in High Court
Two 15-year-olds launch a landmark legal challenge against Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s, set to begin on 10 December. Discover the constitutional fight.
Mother jailed for life in NZ suitcase murders
Hakyung Lee sentenced to life for murdering her two children, whose bodies were found in suitcases in an Auckland storage unit. Read the full tragic story.
Autumn Budget 2025: Rachel Reeves' Tax Plans Revealed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers Autumn Budget with major tax changes expected. Watch live at 12:30pm as Labour faces crucial economic test. Full analysis of property, pension and income tax measures.
Rachel Reeves's 2025 Budget: Key Details Revealed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils her landmark 2025 budget with new taxes on mansions, gambling, and milkshakes. Discover the political and economic implications for the UK.
US sanctions ICC judges over Netanyahu warrant
The US sanctions ICC judges who approved arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu, revealing the hypocrisy of the rules-based international order. Read the full analysis.
Reeves' High-Stakes Budget Could Make or Break Starmer
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a colossal reset budget amid Labour turmoil. Follow live coverage of this pivotal moment for Keir Starmer's government and the UK economy.
Trump sends envoy to Moscow for Ukraine peace talks
US President Donald Trump dispatches special envoy to Moscow as EU prepares crucial discussions on Ukraine peace plan. Follow live updates on the diplomatic developments.
Albanese in last-ditch talks to save nature laws
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese intervenes directly in negotiations to rescue Labor's environmental reforms as Greens consider 11th-hour compromise deal before parliament's final sitting day.
Three arrested after Dagenham stabbing incident
Three men were arrested on suspicion of GBH after a 21-year-old was stabbed on Becontree Avenue in Dagenham. Police are appealing for information as the investigation continues.
Chris Minns questioned over 2014 fundraiser donations
Former NSW Labor staffer gives secret evidence about 2014 phone call from Chris Minns querying fundraiser donations. Premier denies any wrongdoing. Read the latest developments.
Reeves' Tax-Heavy Budget Faces Bond Market Test
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils budget with £25-30bn tax rises and spending cuts to reassure bond markets. Will her fiscal balancing act satisfy Labour MPs and investors?
Budget Day: FTSE 100 Up as Pound Bets Turn Bearish
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her second Autumn Budget amid market jitters. The FTSE 100 climbs, but traders are placing heavy bets against the pound. Follow live updates and analysis.
Mother jailed for hiding children's bodies in suitcase
Hakyung Lee murdered her two children in 2018 and hid their bodies in a suitcase stored for four years. The grim discovery was made when the unpaid storage unit was auctioned online. Read the full shocking story.
Reeves' 'Hokey Cokey' Budget Targets £20bn Shortfall
Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares a heavily-leaked budget addressing a £20bn financial hole through tax threshold freezes, potential mansion taxes, and cost of living relief. Will it satisfy Labour MPs?
Richmond Council drops legal challenge over funding
Richmond Council withdraws legal action after government revises funding formula, avoiding £45m cuts. Council leader welcomes 'significant improvement' in local authority funding reforms.
Reeves Promises No Austerity in Autumn Budget 2025
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges no return to austerity in her second Budget, addressing cost of living pressures while highlighting economic progress. Live coverage and analysis.
Budget 2025: Major Tax Hikes Announced
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a raft of tax increases in the 2025 Budget, targeting a £30bn financial shortfall while pledging investment in public services.
London's December Snow Forecast Revealed
London is set for three days of snow in December, with flurries forecast for the 12th, 13th, and 29th. Discover the detailed outlook for the capital's wintry weather.
Pre-Budget Speculation: Helpful or Harmful?
Experts debate the value of pre-Budget leaks. Does it prevent government mistakes or create costly uncertainty for the UK? Read the analysis.
Gilt market braces for Budget turbulence
Bond investors are preparing for potential gilt and sterling volatility ahead of the Chancellor's Budget, with fiscal credibility and inflation outlook in focus. Discover the market's reaction to Rachel Reeves' spending plans.
Fiscal rules turn UK budgets into expensive pantomime
UK chancellors prioritise fiscal rule compliance over sound economic policy, creating budget farces. Discover why debt continues to climb despite political promises.
Reeves Confronts £110bn Debt Crisis in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves must balance tax rises with spending cuts as Britain's debt servicing hits £110bn annually. Can she ignore political pressure and fix public finances?
UK Still Paying £439bn Lockdown Debt in Budget
Britain's public finances remain constrained by £439bn lockdown borrowing as analysis reveals costs outweighed benefits. Discover the economic trade-offs.
Budget 2025: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers high-stakes Budget with stamp duty scrapped for new listings but a dozen tax rises. Growth forecasts remain bleak. Join our live analysis.
Reeves Faces Brexit Reality in Budget Struggles
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts Britain's post-Brexit economic reality as budget pressures mount. Will Labour dare tell the truth about Britain's European predicament?
Palestine Action Challenges Ban in Secret Courts
Huda Ammori challenges Palestine Action's ban under anti-terrorism laws in secret court proceedings critics call 'unavoidably unfair'. Learn about the CMP system.
Trump's Ukraine Peace Plan: Capitulation or Compromise?
Analysis of Trump's leaked 28-point Ukraine peace plan. Is it capitulation to Russia or a basis for negotiation? Listen to The World podcast for expert insight.
Trump envoy's Russia ties raise security concerns
Exclusive analysis reveals Steve Witkoff's deep Russian engagements, drafting peace plans with Moscow and advising Putin's aide on Trump. Serious questions emerge about US foreign policy direction.
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