Six Councils Can Raise Tax Over 5% Without Vote
Six London councils can raise council tax by over 5% without a referendum after government funding cuts. The move aims to improve fairness but sparks political row.
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Dad Faces Six Felony Counts After Children's Perilous Hike
A Utah mother keeps vigil as her three young children recover from severe hypothermia after a hike with their father, who now faces child abuse charges. The four-year-old required life-saving surgery.
Utah Dad Charged with Child Torture After Dangerous Hike
Micah Smith, 31, faces six counts of child torture after a perilous hike left his three young children hospitalised. Exclusive details reveal a subsequent alleged hatchet attack on his estranged wife. Read the full investigation.
Louvre raises entry fee for non-EU visitors to $37
The Louvre Museum will increase ticket prices for non-EEA tourists, including Americans and Britons, to €32 ($37) from January 2026. The move funds a major security overhaul and renovation plan.
UK Teen Missing in Romania Near Dracula's Castle
Search continues for George Smyth, 18, missing in Transylvania's mountains since 23 November. Rescue efforts hampered by heavy snow. Read the latest.
UK student missing in Romanian mountains near Dracula's Castle
A race against time is on to find 18-year-old British student George Smyth, missing in Transylvania's Bucegi Mountains. His mother has flown to Romania as search teams battle deep snow.
UK-US Agree Zero Tariff Deal on Medicines
The UK and US have agreed a three-year deal to maintain 0% tariffs on pharmaceuticals, aiming to boost trade and secure NHS access to new treatments. Read the full details.
UK and US agree zero tariff deal on medicines
The UK and US have agreed a three-year deal to maintain 0% import tariffs on pharmaceuticals, aiming to secure NHS access to cutting-edge treatments and boost investment. Read the full details.
UK-US set for zero-tariff pharma deal amid NHS price row
The UK is poised to strike a deal with the US removing tariffs on pharmaceuticals, following warnings of investment cuts. The agreement hinges on the NHS paying more for American medicines. Read the full details.
Starmer defends £26bn tax hike and Brexit stance in speech
PM Keir Starmer defends the Budget and Rachel Reeves, calls for a 'grown up' EU relationship, and vows to tackle child poverty. Full analysis of his London speech.
Alcohol duty rise to add 38p to gin from February 2026
Brits will pay more for wine, spirits and beer as alcohol duty rises by 3.66% in February 2026. See exactly how much your favourite drink will cost.
300,000 home workers lose £124 tax break
Around 300,000 UK employees face a tax hike of up to £124 as HMRC scraps the tax relief on home-working expenses from April 2026. Discover the full impact.
Canada unveils support for steel and lumber sectors
Canada's PM announces a £285m support package for steel and lumber industries crippled by US tariffs. Discover the new quotas and freight subsidies.
Kaia Gerber on Healing Past Relationships
Supermodel Kaia Gerber showcases her casual style on an LA hike and opens up about how her romance with actor Lewis Pullman is healing past relationship patterns. Discover her journey.
Budget leak reveals £26bn tax rise and growth downgrade
OBR's premature release details Rachel Reeves' Budget, forecasting slower economic growth and £26bn in tax rises by 2030 through frozen thresholds. Discover the full impact.
Reeves' Tax Hike to Fund £14k Benefit Boost for Families
Chancellor Rachel Reeves raises taxes by £25bn, scrapping the two-child benefit cap. 18,000 large families to gain over £14,000 yearly. Discover the full Budget impact.
Poll: 53% Fear Local Pub Closures From Tax Rises
New Savanta poll reveals 53% of Brits fear their local pub will close due to National Insurance hikes. The hospitality sector demands a VAT cut lifeline. Read the full analysis.
Man Tests 50K Steps vs 50Km Hike vs 5K Calorie Burn
Fitness influencer Sam Culley embarked on an epic endurance challenge to discover whether walking 50,000 steps, hiking 50km, or burning 5,000 calories was toughest. Discover his surprising results.
Hunter Valley council plans 40% rate hike
Cessnock City Council proposes a staggering 39.9% rates increase, costing households over $1,000 annually. Residents fight back with petition as council cites financial crisis.
Full English Breakfast Costs Soar: Cafe Crisis Deepens
The iconic Great British fry-up faces unprecedented price hikes as eggs, sausages, tea and bread costs skyrocket, putting traditional cafes at risk under Starmer's government.
Trump's Pasta Tariffs Threaten UK Food Prices
Former President Donald Trump's proposed 25% tariff on EU pasta imports could significantly increase food costs for British consumers and disrupt supply chains.
Aston Martin profit warning over Trump tariffs
British luxury car manufacturer Aston Martin faces significant financial headwinds from Trump-era tariffs and supply chain issues, prompting profit warnings and strategic reviews.
Trump tariffs threaten Christmas festival cancellations
Traditional Sinterklaas celebrations in Rhinebeck and beyond could be cancelled as Dutch organisers struggle with soaring costs from Trump's aluminium and steel tariffs, putting festive traditions at risk.
Mobile price hikes: O2, Virgin & EE confirm April increases
Millions of UK mobile and broadband customers are set for price increases this April as major providers implement inflation-busting hikes. Discover which networks are affected and how much extra you'll pay.
Labour's 1p Income Tax Hike: What It Costs You
Exclusive analysis reveals how Labour's proposed income tax increase could impact household budgets across Britain as Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers fiscal changes.
Trump's 25% Canada tariffs risk Reagan-era trade war
Donald Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on Canadian goods echo Ronald Reagan's 1980s trade war, risking economic damage and diplomatic fallout between the historic allies.
Trump threatens 25% tariffs on Canadian steel
Former President Donald Trump threatens to reignite trade tensions with a 25% tariff on Canadian steel, risking collateral damage to UK manufacturing and global supply chains.
Martin Lewis: Submit meter readings before April price change
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis reveals why UK households must submit meter readings now to avoid overpaying as energy prices are set to rise in April. Don't miss this critical deadline.
Jared Leto and Sofia Boutella fuel romance rumours
Oscar winner Jared Leto and close friend Sofia Boutella have fuelled dating speculation after being spotted on a romantic coastal walk in Malibu, just days after the actor denied inappropriate behaviour allegations from nine women.
Krone halts US exports over hidden tariffs
German agricultural machinery manufacturer Krone suspends all US exports, blaming complex 'hidden tariffs' that make American market unprofitable despite strong demand.
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