UK and Norway join forces to track Russian submarines
The UK and Norway launch a new joint operation to monitor Russian submarine activity. Plus, new Epstein evidence emerges and DWP gains bank spying powers. Read the full briefing.
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Bessent pushes for Fed 'veto' on regional presidents
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent proposes a three-year residency rule for Federal Reserve bank presidents, potentially increasing White House influence over the independent central bank. Read the full analysis.
Lagarde warns EU economy geared for 'disappearing world'
ECB President Christine Lagarde warns Europe's economic model is vulnerable to global shifts. Discover the reforms needed to spur growth and counter protectionism.
The brutal assassination of Rasputin revealed
Explore the mysterious death of Grigori Rasputin, the 'mad monk' whose assassination foreshadowed the fall of the Russian royal family. Uncover the full story now.
Atlanta Fed President Bostic Steps Down
Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic announces retirement, creating a key vacancy as Trump administration pressures the central bank. Read the full analysis.
2025 UK Bank Holidays: Six Key Dates Revealed
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.
Russian military blogger dies after criticising Ukraine war
Exclusive: A prominent Russian military blogger known for criticising Moscow's war strategy has been found dead in his Nizhny Novgorod apartment under mysterious circumstances, raising questions about Kremlin silencing tactics.
INIU Pocket Rocket: The Ultimate Slim Power Bank Review
Discover why the INIU Pocket Rocket is revolutionising portable charging with its ultra-slim design, rapid charging capabilities, and travel-friendly features that make power anxiety a thing of the past.
ECB Holds Rates Steady Amid Inflation Concerns
The European Central Bank maintains its record-high interest rates at 4.25% despite slowing inflation, signalling ongoing concerns about price stability across the eurozone economy.
Russia's Horrific Torture Methods Against Ukrainians Revealed
Disturbing evidence emerges of systematic torture techniques employed by Russian officers against Ukrainian civilians, with victims subjected to medieval-style brutality and psychological torment.
Russian commanders accused of executing reluctant soldiers
Shocking new report reveals systematic abuse within Russian military ranks, with commanders allegedly torturing and killing reluctant troops in brutal campaign to enforce discipline.
Powell resists Trump pressure on interest rates
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell pushes back against Donald Trump's demands for interest rate cuts, asserting the central bank's independence amid political pressure and economic uncertainty.
Putin's Goddaughter Flees Russia for Spain
Maria Putina, Vladimir Putin's goddaughter, has reportedly abandoned Moscow for Spain, joining a growing exodus of Russians seeking freedom from the Kremlin's tightening grip.
Russian rebels launch cross-border attacks against Putin
Exclusive investigation reveals how anti-Kremlin Russian militias are striking deep into Russian territory, exposing Moscow's military vulnerabilities amid the Ukraine conflict.
Wagner Group 'minions' jailed for UK terror plot
Two Russian nationals linked to Wagner Group have been sentenced to life imprisonment for plotting terrorist attacks on UK soil in a major national security case.
Three arrested in UK over Russian spy links
Three individuals have been arrested across England on suspicion of assisting Russian intelligence services in covert operations against UK targets, as counter-terrorism units launch major investigation.
Three arrested in London for suspected Russian espionage
Three individuals have been detained in a dramatic counter-espionage operation across London, suspected of gathering intelligence for Russian intelligence services. The Metropolitan Police confirms ongoing investigations into this serious national securit
Ballet Protest Echoes Soviet Dissent Against Putin
A daring ballet protest by a Gen Z ballerina during Swan Lake has drawn comparisons to Soviet-era dissent, sparking debate about whether youth-led resistance could challenge Vladimir Putin's authoritarian rule.
Trump eyes former Bank of England chief for admin role
Exclusive: Donald Trump reportedly considers appointing Canadian economist and former central banker Mark Carney to a key position if he wins the upcoming US presidential election.
Russian spy submarine spotted off French coast
Exclusive intelligence reveals a Russian spy submarine was detected operating near French naval bases, raising serious security concerns among NATO allies about Moscow's escalating surveillance activities in European waters.
Motherland: The Women Who Built Russia Revealed
Julia Ioffe's 'Motherland' uncovers the astonishing truth about Russia's female rulers and influencers who shaped the nation's destiny from behind the throne.
Lviv residents form human chain in dramatic rescue after Russian strike
Dramatic footage emerges showing ordinary citizens risking their lives to save neighbours from rubble after deadly missile attack on residential building in western Ukraine.
Ukraine passenger train destroyed in Russian airstrike
Shocking footage emerges of a civilian passenger train engulfed in flames following a devastating Russian missile strike, raising serious concerns about targeting of civilian infrastructure.
Lloyds Group Shutters 53 More Bank Branches
Major banking group announces fresh wave of branch closures across England, Scotland and Wales as customers shift to digital banking, leaving communities concerned about access to cash.
France seizes Russian oil tanker in Channel sanctions raid
In a dramatic enforcement of EU sanctions, French officials have impounded the Boracay tanker carrying Russian oil products near Cherbourg. The vessel, linked to a sanctioned Russian oligarch, highlights Europe's tightening grip on Moscow's energy exports
Trump's Nixon-Style Fed Attack Shakes Global Economy
Former President Donald Trump's unprecedented pressure campaign on the Federal Reserve draws alarming parallels to Richard Nixon's 1970s interference, raising fears of political independence erosion and economic instability.
ECB Chief Warns Trump Return Threatens European Economy
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde cautions that a second Trump presidency could jeopardise European economic stability and undermine decades of transatlantic cooperation.
Lloyds Bank to Shut 53 Branches Across England and Wales in 2025
Lloyds Banking Group reveals plans to close 53 bank branches across England and Wales in 2025, citing declining customer usage. The move affects Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland brands.
Powell Defends Fed Independence Amid Trump Pressure
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers unprecedented testimony, defending the central bank's autonomy amid mounting political pressure from the Trump White House over interest rate policy.
Queenstown's Last Bank Closes, Isolating Tasmanian Town
The historic mining town of Queenstown on Tasmania's remote west coast is set to lose its last bank, as Bendigo Bank confirms the permanent closure of its local branch, leaving residents and businesses facing a 180km round trip for essential financial ser
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