Foreign Spouses Cost UK Taxpayers Billions, Report Finds
A shocking report reveals foreign partners on visas cost the UK state an average of £109,000 each. Read the full analysis and political reaction here.
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Edinburgh woman's 20-second escape from Bondi gunmen
Miya Lind, 26, from Edinburgh, crossed a bridge at Bondi Beach just 20 seconds before a deadly attack began. She recounts the terror and her desperate dash for safety. Read her full story.
Charity's Political Shift and Trafficking Allegations Exposed
An investigation reveals Care4Calais's evolution from a humanitarian aid group to a political force, amid Home Office accusations of links to a people trafficker and deep ties to far-left organisations.
UK Builds Iron Dome Defence as Russia Threat Grows
Britain is developing a new missile defence system to protect cities from aerial attack. Senior military figures warn the UK is exposed and must prepare for modern warfare. Read the full report.
Sydney Attack: Rabbi and Girl's Final Hanukkah Moments
Heartbreaking footage shows Rabbi Eli Schlanger and 10-year-old Matilda celebrating Hanukkah at Bondi Beach before the deadly Sydney attack. Read the full story.
Tories Vow £50bn Defence Fund from Green Projects
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch announces a £50 billion Sovereign Defence Fund, repurposing money from Labour's climate initiatives to bolster UK military readiness. Read the full plan.
Reeves Denies North Sea Job Loss Figures
Chancellor Rachel Reeves dismisses report of 1,000 monthly oil and gas job losses, drawing furious backlash from industry leaders who accuse her of being 'in total denial'. Read the full story.
UK Inquiry to Probe Iran in Scottish Independence Debate
A UK inquiry into foreign political interference will investigate Iran's alleged use of fake accounts to influence the Scottish independence debate. Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander confirms the probe.
Solo Christmas 2025: The End of the £100 Turkey?
As festive plans shrink post-Covid, soaring turkey costs hit £100. A writer embraces a solo Christmas, exploring affordable, delicious alternatives to the traditional bird. Read for tips and trends.
Fugitive in Thames after water bottle clue reveals London hideout
A Colombian businesswoman accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned raspberries was rescued from the Thames after her UK location was revealed by a bottle of Buxton water in an interview. Read the full story.
Six-inch snow blizzard forecast to hit UK cities
New weather maps predict up to six inches of snow could blanket parts of the UK from December 30, with Scotland and northern England first in line. Discover the latest forecast and potential travel disruption.
UK-US Pharma Deal Lacks Legal Text, MPs Warn
MPs warn UK's zero-tariff pharmaceutical deal with the Trump administration is 'built on sand' as no legal text exists. Concerns mount over NHS costs and suspended tech pact. Read the full analysis.
Kylie Leads Wham! In Christmas Chart Battle
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
UK's £120m Ineos rescue raises industrial strategy doubts
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
Australian Music Legend John Williamson Dies Aged 78
The Australian music industry mourns the loss of legendary singer-songwriter John Williamson, who passed away peacefully at 78 after a remarkable career spanning five decades.
ICE detains teenager in Massachusetts immigration operation
US immigration authorities face criticism after detaining a teenager at a Massachusetts home in a case raising questions about enforcement practices and youth protections.
British fisherman detained in Australia over visa discrepancy
Cornwall fisherman John Davies was held in Australian detention for three weeks after a minor visa discrepancy, sparking diplomatic concerns and highlighting border control tensions.
World Cup Player Arrested in Stadium Drama
In an unprecedented World Cup incident, law enforcement officers detained a prominent player during a crucial match, creating chaos and controversy that's rocking the football world.
British teacher accused of spying in China
An English teacher and travel blogger's love affair with China has ended in dramatic fashion after being arrested on espionage charges, highlighting the perilous landscape for foreign content creators in the country.
UK accused of abandoning citizen in Indian prison
Former Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander condemns UK's failure to secure release of Jagtar Singh Johal, detained in India without trial for nearly seven years amid torture allegations.
Aziz Ansari detained by ICE in airport passport nightmare
Comedian Aziz Ansari reveals disturbing ICE detention experience at US airport, sharing viral video that highlights passport control tensions for travellers.
Minor detained over Utah high school bomb threat
A juvenile suspect has been apprehended following a bomb threat that forced the evacuation of a Utah high school, with authorities confirming the threat originated from social media platforms.
British mum detained by US border agents over Paw Patrol sticker
A British mother recounts her family's traumatic detention by US Border Patrol after her toddler's innocent Paw Patrol sticker was mistaken for gang symbolism, raising serious questions about border security procedures.
Starmer faces diplomatic storm over UK citizen detained in India
Prime Minister Keir Starmer confronts mounting pressure as he addresses the controversial detention of British citizen Jagtar Singh Johal during critical India trade negotiations.
Starmer challenges Modi over British citizen's detention
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has raised the controversial case of Jagtar Singh Johal with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, pressing for justice for the British national detained in India since 2017.
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