30 Hours Free Childcare: Apply Now for April 2024
The UK's expanded 30 hours of free childcare scheme is now open for applications. This guide explains the new April 2024 eligibility rules, how to apply, and what working parents need to know.
The UK's expanded 30 hours of free childcare scheme is now open for applications. This guide explains the new April 2024 eligibility rules, how to apply, and what working parents need to know.
Major expansion of free childcare for Universal Credit claimants announced, removing the minimum income floor and increasing the earnings cap to boost workforce participation.
Exclusive research reveals a dramatic decline in the traditional lunch hour, with most UK workers now taking less than 30 minutes. Discover the impact on wellbeing and productivity.
Yemen's Houthi rebels have escalated their campaign in the Red Sea, claiming a sophisticated drone attack on a commercial vessel in the Gulf of Aden they allege is linked to Israel. The strike marks a significant intensification of the conflict's maritime
In a bold military move, former US President Donald Trump has authorised a strike on a Venezuelan-flagged vessel allegedly linked to a powerful drug cartel, raising serious questions about the legality and geopolitical ramifications of the action.
In a jaw-dropping move, seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady is set to unretire, not for the NFL, but to lead a star-studded flag football event in Saudi Arabia this February, marking a major shift for the Gulf nation's sporting ambitions.
Arab leaders issue a stark warning to the US President-elect, demanding immediate de-escalation in Gaza following a critical emergency summit in Doha.
An unprecedented Israeli airstrike on Doha targeting Hamas officials shatters a decades-long taboo, threatening to unravel the fragile security architecture of the entire Gulf region and drawing fierce international condemnation.
Red Bull Racing's triple Formula 1 World Champion Max Verstappen is set to trade his F1 car for a GT3 machine, confirming his entry into the gruelling Nürburgring 24 Hours with Team BMW M Motorsport.
A courageous British family sold their home in under a day to fund a life-changing move to Australia, driven by a desire for sun, space, and a fresh start. Discover their whirlwind journey.
Socialist NEU chief Daniel Kebede calls for a radical four-day school week, insisting the fifth day should be for marking and planning from home, igniting a fierce debate on education standards.
A targeted Israeli assassination of Hamas leaders on Qatari soil has triggered a seismic shift in Gulf security perceptions, undermining decades of trust in American diplomatic safeguards and redrawing regional alliances.
Ex-President Donald Trump claims he thwarted a planned Israeli attack on Qatar, revealing a clandestine diplomatic intervention that has sent shockwaves through international relations.
National treasure Sir David Jason, 84, is set to reprise his iconic role as Granville in a one-off special of Open All Hours, alongside James Buckley as his son. The beloved sequel, Still Open All Hours, was axed in 2020, making this comeback a thrilling
National treasure Sir David Jason is set for a triumphant return to our screens in a brand new ITV drama, marking his first major television acting role since the end of Only Fools and Horses.
A UK delivery driver reveals the brutal truth of working 70-hour weeks with no sick pay, pension, or job security. His story exposes the human cost of the gig economy.
Shoppers planning a trip to Aldi this Early May Bank Holiday are urged to take note. The discount supermarket giant has confirmed revised opening times for all its UK stores on Monday, 6th May.
An exclusive insider account reveals the shocking instability and financial insecurity faced by zero-hours contract workers in Britain's tourism sector, exposing the human cost of precarious employment.
Marine scientists are pioneering a revolutionary bubble curtain technology in South Australia's Spencer Gulf to protect the world's only known mass breeding aggregation of giant cuttlefish from predatory dolphins, offering new hope for this vulnerable spe
Unite the Union issues a stark warning to Keir Starmer's Labour Party over its diluted New Deal for Working People. Sharon Graham demands red lines on zero-hours contracts and fire-and-rehire practices as tensions rise.
An innovative 'bubble curtain' is being deployed in a desperate bid to protect Australia's iconic giant cuttlefish from a toxic algal bloom threatening mass mortality in Spencer Gulf.
UK employees risk dismissal for personal online activities during work hours as companies tighten monitoring policies. Legal experts explain your rights and the grey areas of 'time theft'.
A critical system of Atlantic Ocean currents, including the Gulf Stream, is nearing a catastrophic collapse due to climate change, which could trigger extreme global weather shifts, warns a new study.
Major changes to England's 30-hour free childcare scheme are now in effect. This guide explains the new eligibility rules, how to apply, and what it means for family finances amidst the cost of living crisis.
Costco is introducing a major perk for its Executive Members in the UK, offering exclusive early access to warehouses from September. Find out the new hours and what it means for shoppers.
Supermarket giant Morrisons announces a significant change to its online delivery and collection services over the Christmas period, affecting thousands of shoppers. Find out the key dates and how to plan your festive shop.
A landmark childcare expansion has launched, offering 15 free hours to working parents of two-year-olds. Discover if you're eligible and how to claim.
A critical examination of Dubai reveals a city built on a paradox: a glittering monument to hyper-capitalism that masks a deeply fragile and unsustainable social and economic model, serving as a stark warning for the West.
A deadly Vibrio vulnificus outbreak in Louisiana has claimed two lives. Health officials issue urgent warnings about the risks of consuming raw shellfish and exposing wounds to warm seawater.
Exclusive: Startling new research from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration indicates the land around New Orleans is sinking far faster than previously estimated, posing a grave threat to the Gulf Coast's future.