Two-Child Benefit Cap Scrapped by Chancellor
Chancellor Rachel Reeves abolishes the two-child benefit cap in the Autumn Budget, a move set to lift 450,000 children out of poverty by 2030. Discover the full impact.
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Reeves announces £26bn tax rises after budget leak
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils £26bn in tax increases, including an extended income tax freeze, after the OBR's forecast was leaked. Get the latest breaking news.
Starmer demands Farage apology over racism claims
Keir Starmer calls Nigel Farage's explanations about alleged racist abuse at school 'unconvincing' and urges him to apologise to his alleged victims.
Anti-Islam Protest Led by January 6 Convict in Michigan
Right-wing activists including Jake Lang, pardoned for January 6 crimes, lead anti-Muslim protest in Dearborn. Local leaders condemn publicity stunt aimed at generating clicks and donations through bigotry.
Trump's Turkey Pardon and Global News in Photos
From Trump's turkey pardon to Thai floods and a Gaza slum fire, The Guardian's picture editors showcase Wednesday's most powerful global images. Explore the full gallery.
Reeves Budget 2025: Key Points and OBR Leak Fallout
Chancellor Rachel Reeves presents her first budget with growth forecasts, borrowing figures and gambling tax hikes revealed after OBR document leak. Read the full analysis.
Rachel Reeves's 2025 Budget: Key Tax Changes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils the 2025 Budget with major tax reforms on pensions, properties, and electric vehicles. Discover the key fiscal changes and their impact.
Budget Leaked Early in OBR Technical Error
Rachel Reeves' autumn Budget details revealed prematurely as OBR publishes forecasts early. Growth downgraded and tax rises confirmed ahead of Chancellor's statement.
Mini swallowed by sinkhole in Cornwall bureaucratic nightmare
Malcolm McKenzie's prized Mini fell into a 3-metre sinkhole in Redruth, sparking a 25-day bureaucratic struggle over unregistered land. Read his full story and the council's response.
Myanmar Junta Applauds US End to Protected Status
Myanmar's military regime welcomes the US ending Temporary Protected Status for its citizens, a move human rights monitors call dangerous. Discover the implications.
Farmers defy tractor ban in tax protest
UK farmers drive tractors into Westminster, defying a police ban, to protest Rachel Reeves's planned 20% inheritance tax on agricultural assets. Read the full story.
Budget 2025: £26bn Tax Rises Revealed in Leak
Rachel Reeves' budget reveals £26bn tax increases after OBR documents leaked early. Discover how this impacts fiscal headroom and financial markets.
American volunteers decry Trump's Ukraine peace proposal
American volunteers aiding Ukraine's war effort describe Trump's leaked peace plan as a betrayal that echoes Putin's demands. Read their shocking reactions.
Trump's Gerrymandering Push Meets Bipartisan Resistance
Donald Trump's campaign for mid-decade congressional redistricting faces unexpected resistance from Republican and Democratic state lawmakers, threatening his plan to secure a GOP House majority.
Trump's FBI & Pentagon Probes Spark Firestorm
President Trump faces backlash as the Pentagon and FBI investigate Democrats. GOP veterans warn of party vulnerability. Get the latest US political analysis.
Von der Leyen: Changing borders by force sets dangerous precedent
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen warns against carving up Ukraine as peace talks continue. Read her stark warning about border changes and Europe's stance on Russian aggression.
Hundreds of Israeli soldiers raid West Bank town Tubas
Israeli armoured vehicles and hundreds of soldiers conduct largest West Bank military operation since Gaza ceasefire. Curfew imposed and families displaced in ongoing raid.
Former Marine guilty of Liverpool parade injuries
Paul Doyle pleads guilty to injuring 29 people, including two babies, after driving into Liverpool FC victory parade crowds. Read the full court details.
Labour's Jury Trial U-Turn Sparks Legal Backlash
Keir Starmer's government plans to scrap most jury trials in England and Wales, contradicting his 1992 advocacy for expanding them. Read the full analysis of this legal controversy.
Teens Challenge Australia's Social Media Ban
Two 15-year-olds launch a High Court challenge against Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s, set to begin on 10 December. Read the latest.
Epstein victims justice crisis: Timebomb warning
V (formerly Eve Ensler) warns that without justice for Epstein victims, millions of sexual abuse survivors face unbearable injustice. Read the powerful call to action.
Queens Emerges as America's Political Bellwether
Discover how Queens has replaced Ohio as America's political compass, with its diverse population signalling national voting trends. Read our analysis of this seismic shift.
Meghan's Duchess Title Controversy Explained
Analysis of why Prince Harry and Meghan Markle retain their royal titles while living in the US and receiving humanitarian awards. Discover the ongoing debate.
Simon Levy in court over two North London murders
A 40-year-old Tottenham man is accused of murdering two women found in similar positions and raping a third. He appeared at the Old Bailey via videolink.
Bahrain Supreme Court Fight Over UK Surveillance Claims
Bahrain argues for sovereign immunity in UK Supreme Court over alleged digital surveillance of dissidents. Landmark case could reshape how authoritarian states monitor critics on British soil.
Man faces £16k bill to replace two windows in flat
A Westminster accountant's £2,500 window replacement spirals to £16,000 due to planning rules and building safety regulations. Discover why he feels 'punished for doing the right thing'.
Trump's turkey gobble steals show at White House pardon
Donald Trump performed a turkey impression while pardoning Gobble in the White House Rose Garden. Discover the history of this quirky Thanksgiving tradition and what happens to the birds.
ICE arrests DACA mother of White House aide's nephew
Bruna Ferreira, protected under DACA and mother to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt's nephew, arrested by ICE before Thanksgiving. Her lawyer denies criminal record claims.
Help to Save Scheme Made Permanent and Expanded
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Help to Save scheme will become permanent and expand to include parents and carers, helping 1.5 million more people build savings.
General: UK unprepared for long war with Russia
A senior UK general warns the country is critically unprepared for a protracted conflict, rating military readiness as low as 1/10. He states it could take a decade to be properly equipped.
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