Brexit trade deal failing UK firms, BCC warns Labour
The British Chambers of Commerce urges Keir Starmer to reset EU ties as a 'strategic necessity', revealing over half of exporters struggle with the current Brexit agreement. Read the full report.
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Democrats Sue Trump Over CFPB 'Sabotage'
Democratic lawmakers launch a $1.5bn lawsuit against Donald Trump, alleging he sabotaged the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Read the full legal breakdown.
Ley's Bondi Shooting Remarks Denounced as Partisan Attack
Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley faces fierce criticism from Labor for politicising the Bondi Junction tragedy. Read the full political fallout.
Miners win £100-a-week pension boost after govt U-turn
Former mineworkers celebrate a 'historic' 41% pension uplift after the government returns a £2.3bn reserve. Thousands to receive backdated lump sums, ending a long-standing injustice.
Strangulation Prosecutions Up Sixfold Since 2022
CPS data reveals a near sixfold rise in strangulation charges since the 2022 law. The offence, a key marker in domestic abuse, now carries a five-year maximum sentence.
Growing Labour pressure on Starmer to rejoin EU customs union
Wes Streeting leads calls for deeper EU trade ties as post-Brexit deals disappoint. With 80% of Labour voters backing a customs union, pressure mounts on Keir Starmer to shift policy before the next election.
UK bans boiling lobsters alive in new animal welfare strategy
The UK government will outlaw boiling lobsters alive, part of a major Labour animal welfare plan including hen cage bans and ending puppy farms. Discover the new humane requirements.
Charities fight far-right rise by mending UK's social fabric
The Guardian's 2025 charity appeal supports grassroots organisations countering extremism and division. Your donations help rebuild community connections. Donate now to support hope.
Families urge Lammy to meet Palestine Action hunger strikers
Families of severely ill Palestine Action hunger strikers demand urgent meeting with Justice Secretary David Lammy. Lawyers warn of legal action as protesters' health declines after weeks without food.
Palestine Action hunger strikers' health deteriorates in UK prisons
Eight activists await trial, with seven hospitalised after hunger strikes. They demand bail and an end to the Palestine Action ban as medical concerns escalate. Read the full story.
US Immigration Detention Reaches Record High
US immigration detention numbers hit an unprecedented high of over 68,400 in December 2025, as ICE enforcement intensifies. Read the full analysis of the latest data.
Post Office Fujitsu 2006 deal to fix Horizon errors exposed
A confidential 2006 contract reveals the Post Office and Fujitsu had a deal to fix Horizon IT errors, contradicting claims they were unaware of bugs. Over 900 were wrongfully convicted.
Bowen condemns 'disgusting' political attack on Penny Wong
Shadow Treasurer Chris Bowen condemns Opposition Leader Sussan Ley's 'disgusting' criticism of Penny Wong's response to the Bondi tragedy. Read his full rebuke of partisan politics.
Ecuador soldiers jailed over disappearance of four boys
Eleven Ecuadorian soldiers sentenced to 34+ years for the murder of four boys during an anti-crime operation. Families continue to seek justice. Follow for updates.
Clumsy burglar jailed after London office break-in fails
A burglar's bungled break-in at a London office, caught on CCTV, has led to a 12-month jail sentence. Read the full story of the failed raid and police response.
Six men charged with 60 sex offences on ex-wife
A Wiltshire man and five others face 60 charges for alleged sexual offences spanning 13 years. The victim has waived her anonymity. Read the latest court details.
Life sentence for machete murder in mistaken identity
Devon Brown, 30, jailed for life for murdering Okechukwu Iweha, 46, in North London. The victim's sister delivers a powerful statement in court. Read the full story.
Clinton Demands Full Epstein Files Release
Bill Clinton calls for immediate release of all Epstein documents, alleging selective disclosure protects someone. DOJ defends partial release to safeguard victims.
Spring Budget 2026 Date Announced for 3 March
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver the Spring Forecast on 3 March 2026. The update follows controversy over November's budget and ongoing economic concerns. Read the full details.
Hounslow Labour hit by second defection to Tories
Hounslow Labour faces another blow as Cllr Kamarat Malik joins the Conservatives. The defection follows internal scandals and claims of financial mismanagement. Read the full story.
Reeves' Spring Budget Date Announced for March 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver the Spring Forecast on 3 March 2026. The Treasury confirms one major fiscal event per year amid economic concerns and past budget controversy.
Chiswick Rapist Carl Royal dies in Wakefield prison
Carl Royal, the 'Chiswick Rapist' who terrorised women in West London in the 1990s, has died in HMP Wakefield while serving three life sentences. Read the full story.
Russian General Killed in Moscow Car Bomb Attack
Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov assassinated in southern Moscow. Russia's investigative committee suggests Ukrainian intelligence orchestrated the blast. Read the latest developments.
Senate to Sue DoJ Over Partial Epstein Files Release
Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, are pushing for legal action against the Justice Department for missing the legal deadline to release all Jeffrey Epstein documents. Discover the political fallout.
Rachel Reeves announces 3 March for spring statement
Chancellor Rachel Reeves schedules an early 3 March spring statement, aiming to provide stability after tax speculation hurt the economy. The OBR will deliver new forecasts.
London shelter opens 50 beds for rough sleepers over Christmas
A Westminster charity is providing warmth and safety for 50 homeless people this festive season, funded by a £700,000 council grant. Discover the personal stories behind the statistics.
50 Ukrainian civilians kidnapped in Russian border raid
Russian troops have forcibly taken 50 civilians, mostly elderly women, from a Ukrainian border village. Ukraine condemns the 'barbaric' act and demands their return. Read the latest on this alleged war crime.
World in Photos: Protests, Attacks, and Christmas Spirit
From youth-led protests in Nepal to a car bombing in Moscow, see the powerful images that defined Monday, 22 December 2025. Explore the day's global events.
Fistfight erupts in Turkish parliament during budget talks
A physical altercation between ruling and opposition MPs suspended Turkey's parliament session. Watch the dramatic footage and learn how lawmakers eventually passed the 2026 budget.
Lunar Satellite Graveyards Planned for Moon's Surface
As over 400 moon missions are planned, researchers propose designated 'spacecraft graveyards' to protect historic sites from crashing satellites. Discover the urgent plan for lunar debris.
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