Budget changes to hit millions using salary sacrifice
New HMRC figures reveal over 3 million pension savers will be impacted by salary sacrifice reforms. Discover how the £2,000 cap from 2029 affects your retirement savings.
Category : Politics
Croydon gang jailed for violent sword attack on boys
Four men have been sentenced for a horrific, unprovoked attack on two 16-year-olds in Whyteleafe, involving a samurai sword and a car. One attacker jailed for over eight years.
Supreme Court Approves Texas Congressional Map Redraw
The US Supreme Court has reinstated Texas's Republican-friendly congressional map, a major victory for Trump. Plus, Pentagon strikes, EU's Ukraine funding crisis, and a chess prodigy's record.
Watchdog investigates after teen tasered on M5 dies
The police watchdog is investigating after Logan Smith, 18, was tasered by an officer and then fatally struck by a car on the M5 in Somerset. Read the latest.
Video shows US airstrike survivors killed in second attack
Exclusive footage reveals two men survived an initial US strike on a suspected drug boat, only to be killed an hour later while clinging to wreckage. Legal experts question the campaign's legality.
Abbott's CAIR terror label triggers legal fight in Texas
Texas Governor Greg Abbott's proclamation designating civil liberties group CAIR a terrorist organisation faces a federal lawsuit. Critics decry the move as unconstitutional and a dangerous escalation of Islamophobia.
Olivia Nuzzi's Vanity Fair Future in Doubt
Political writer Olivia Nuzzi's temporary contract at Vanity Fair expires this month, with her future uncertain following a series of damaging allegations published by her ex-fiancé, Ryan Lizza. Read the full analysis.
Dell's $6.25bn Donation to Trump Accounts Raises Eyebrows
Michael Dell's record $6.25bn gift to Trump's child fund ignites debate on billionaire philanthropy as a tool for political access and influence. Analysis inside.
Spain arrests Base neo-Nazi cell, US leader defiant
Spanish police and Europol arrest three suspected members of the neo-Nazi terror group The Base in Castellón. The group's US leader, based in Russia, signals further 'resistance by any means necessary'. Read the full analysis.
UK groups call Home Secretary's asylum plans 'cruel and ruthless'
Over 200 community organisations have urged Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood to scrap her 'cruel' asylum system reforms, warning they fuel division. Read their open letter.
Woman, 61, arrested for murder after crossbow death
A man in his 50s was found dead in Haverhill, Suffolk, after being shot with a crossbow. A 61-year-old woman known to him has been arrested and bailed. Police are appealing for information.
Edmonton Leisure Centre reopens after £7.5m refurb
Edmonton Leisure Centre in north London has fully reopened following a major £7.5 million refurbishment. The two-year project included a full revamp of the swimming pools and facilities.
Farage Demands BBC Apology Over Racism Claims
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage demands an apology from the BBC over racism allegations, citing 'double standards'. He denies making racist comments 'with malice'. Read the full story.
Labour's Facial Recognition Plan Sparks Privacy Fears
Labour's nationwide facial recognition consultation raises alarms over data security and state surveillance. Experts warn of inevitable leaks and misuse. Read the full analysis.
Labour's Plan to Lift 550,000 Children from Poverty
The Labour government unveils its child poverty strategy, targeting 550,000 children by 2030 with expanded childcare, free school meals, and support for vulnerable families. Read the full details.
London men charged over vehicle theft conspiracy
Two men from London have been remanded in custody, charged with conspiring to steal vehicles and commit burglary in Essex. Read the latest on this police investigation.
London burglars caught hiding in golf club bushes after chase
Three London men have been jailed for over two years each after a burglary in Surrey led to a dramatic police chase involving a helicopter and dogs, ending with their arrest at Wentworth Golf Club. Read the full story.
Putin and Modi meet for India-Russia summit in New Delhi
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in India for high-stakes trade talks, aiming to protect bilateral defence and energy ties from Western sanctions over Ukraine. Read the latest analysis.
Giuffre Family War Over 'Missing Millions' From Estate
The family of Jeffrey Epstein victim Virginia Giuffre are locked in a court fight over millions allegedly missing from her estate. Discover the details of the financial mystery.
New £2,000 salary sacrifice cap explained for UK pensions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget introduces a £2,000 cap on salary sacrifice pension tax relief from 2029. Experts explain who is affected and the steps you should take now to protect your retirement savings.
Satellite images show Sudanese city emptied after massacre
New satellite analysis reveals El Fasher, Sudan, eerily empty with evidence of mass graves after a paramilitary massacre. Up to 150,000 are missing as the UN is blocked from investigating war crimes.
Labour tackles child poverty with new budget and early years plan
Labour's new strategy tackles child poverty by lifting the two-child benefit cap and funding early years support. Discover the impact on families and the political shift.
Putin Meets Modi in Delhi Amid US Trade Pressure
Vladimir Putin visits India for talks with Narendra Modi, focusing on defence and energy. The summit occurs as the US pressures India to cut Russian trade. Get the latest analysis.
Man jailed for 11 years over Kennington Tube stabbings
Nicholas Orlando Green, 36, has been sentenced to 11 years for a horrific, unprovoked knife attack on two strangers at Kennington Underground Station. Both victims suffered life-altering injuries.
Farage vs BBC, Eurovision Boycott, World Cup Draw
Nigel Farage accuses the BBC of hypocrisy, countries boycott Eurovision, and the World Cup draw looms. Get the latest UK news and analysis in our daily briefing.
Officer stole nude photos from women during traffic stops
A former Missouri police officer has pleaded guilty to illegally searching the phones of 20 women to obtain intimate images. Read the full shocking details of the case.
Migration Data Gaps Hamper UK Policy on ECHR
A new analysis exposes critical gaps in UK migration statistics, hindering debate on human rights laws and asylum policy. Discover the key findings and political reactions.
OBR in Crisis: Is the UK's Budget Watchdog Fit for Purpose?
After leaks and a resignation, the Office for Budget Responsibility faces existential questions. We examine its role, accuracy, and whether it still serves the public interest. Read the full analysis.
Man breaks back in failed escape, jailed for six months
A handcuffed man in South Wales broke his back attempting to flee police. Dylan Harrison, 33, has been jailed for six months. Read the full story of the botched escape.
MP's biscuit video on UK debt goes viral with 3.3m views
Glasgow South MP Gordon McKee uses custard creams to explain UK debt-to-GDP ratio in viral video, leading a new wave of creative political communication on social media.
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