Civil Service workforce reaches highest level in nearly 20 years
New figures reveal the UK Civil Service has grown to 554,000 staff, its largest size since 2006. Explore the drivers behind this surge and the government's plans for future reform.
New figures reveal the UK Civil Service has grown to 554,000 staff, its largest size since 2006. Explore the drivers behind this surge and the government's plans for future reform.
Stranger Things fans are discovering a hidden Spotify feature that matches their music taste to a character from the hit Netflix show. Find out how to uncover your match as the final season continues.
An 'exquisite' Fabergé Winter Egg, a gift from Tsar Nicholas II, has sold for a staggering £22.9 million at Christie's in London, setting a new world auction record. Discover the history of this imperial treasure.
A massive polar vortex breakdown is plunging the US into a deep freeze, with meteorologists warning of three weeks of record-low temperatures and heavy snow. Discover the forecast and impacts.
Stranger Things fans discover an interactive missing poster for Eleven with a phone number that connects to a chilling Hawkins Police voicemail. Dive into the details of this clever marketing for the final season.
A major nor'easter snowstorm threatens further US travel disruption after thousands of flights were cancelled. Over 235 million Americans face freezing temperatures as the cold snap continues.
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum that could compel women to undertake national service, a move testing European views on civic duty during the Ukraine war.
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum to require women to perform national service, a move supporters say boosts cohesion but critics warn burdens women. Find out the result.
The UK and Ireland's joint bid to host the 2035 FIFA Women's World Cup stands unopposed. Hampden Park and Easter Road are among the 22 shortlisted stadiums. Discover how this could transform women's football.
Archaeologists reveal Easter Island's iconic moai statues were carved by individual families, not a central authority. Explore the groundbreaking research that rewrites history.
A man detained over the 2019 Sri Lanka Easter Sunday bombings that killed 269, including 8 Brits, is fighting for UK asylum after a judge found errors in his initial case. Read the full story.
Shoppers are divided as B&M stores stock Easter treats like Mini Eggs in November, months before the holiday. Discover why retailers do this and the public reaction.
Easter travel chaos at London's St Pancras as thousands face hours of delays and crowded queues. Read the full story of the holiday weekend disruption.
The US Postal Service reports a $9.5bn loss, proposing significant price increases and warning of an 'urgent need' for legislative changes to ensure its survival.
Exclusive analysis of newly surfaced footage appears to show Prince William pointedly ignoring Prince Andrew at the Royal Family's Easter Sunday service, amid ongoing tensions over the Duke of York's scandal-ridden past.
Discover how the shifting bank holiday dates in 2025 will create unique three-day weekends and impact your planning across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Discover the top UK theme parks reopening for Easter 2024 with thrilling new rides, family attractions and unforgettable experiences across Britain.
Shocking figures reveal HMRC failed to answer 85 million taxpayer calls over ten years, exposing a broken customer service system leaving millions frustrated and unheard.
Microsoft's cloud computing platform Azure experienced widespread service disruptions, affecting businesses and users globally with login failures and connectivity issues.
Nigel Farage announces radical plan to cut Civil Service by 140,000 positions, making it easier to dismiss officials while banning diversity initiatives in sweeping Whitehall overhaul.
Labour Party escalates pressure on Cabinet Secretary Simon Case over undisclosed Conservative Party connections, demanding immediate investigation into potential conflicts of interest at the heart of government.
The Crown Prosecution Service is set for significant reforms after a damning report revealed systemic failures in case handling and communication with victims.
A London waitress went viral after publicly challenging a customer who left no gratuity. The heated exchange raises questions about tipping culture in UK hospitality.
A heartbreaking case of animal cruelty in New Haven as a defenceless dog is abandoned during severe weather conditions, sparking an animal welfare investigation.
Ofcom launches formal investigation into Royal Mail after it missed first and second class delivery targets, raising concerns about postal service reliability across the UK.
Royal Mail faces massive £5.6 million penalty after regulator Ofcom finds the postal service missed first and second class delivery targets for 2022-23, affecting millions of customers across the UK.
Social media sensation Livvy Dunne and MLB star Paul Skenes faced dramatic weather disruptions during their idyllic European vacation, as a powerful Nor'easter storm system forced them to alter their travel plans.
Major Vodafone service disruption affects mobile and broadband users nationwide. Company confirms network issues and works on resolution as frustrated customers report widespread connectivity problems.
Hollywood star Nicole Kidman shares intimate glimpse into family life with country singer husband Keith Urban through touching Easter celebration
Thousands of Vodafone broadband customers are set to receive compensation following a significant service outage that left households and businesses without internet connectivity for extended periods.