UK Unemployment at Five-Year High, Labour Market Struggles
Unemployment in Britain reached a five-year peak of 5.2% in late 2025, with hiring demand weak and economic uncertainty stalling recovery, according to new data.
Unemployment in Britain reached a five-year peak of 5.2% in late 2025, with hiring demand weak and economic uncertainty stalling recovery, according to new data.
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Visitors to the Twelve Apostles along Victoria's Great Ocean Road will face a new entry fee starting in 2026, aimed at funding conservation and infrastructure improvements.
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Global oil prices surge past $100 a barrel for the first time since 2022 as Middle East conflict disrupts supplies, with Kuwait announcing precautionary production cuts.
A significant fire near Glasgow Central railway station has led to dozens of train cancellations and the closure of Scotland's busiest station, with over 60 firefighters responding.
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Victoria announces admission fee for Twelve Apostles to manage visitor numbers, protect coastline, and boost local economy along Great Ocean Road, with locals exempt.
A large fire on Union Street has led to the closure of Glasgow Central station, causing extensive train cancellations and disruptions. Over 60 firefighters are on scene with no casualties reported.
White House officials downplay soaring US gas prices linked to Iran conflict, calling it a 'short-term disruption' for long-term gain, as Energy Secretary predicts a return to normal within weeks.
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RecommendedA large fire near Glasgow Central station has led to the closure of high-level platforms, cancelling dozens of trains and causing significant disruption for passengers across Scotland.
National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman says he was terminated without explanation, following similar removals of other board members that have raised concerns about political interference.
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A fire near Glasgow Central Station has led to dozens of train cancellations and partial station closure, with no reported casualties but ongoing disruption for passengers.
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TV personality Vicky Pattison details her frantic 11-hour drive to Oman after cancelled flights from Dubai, as regional tensions strand thousands of British tourists.
Great Britain's natural gas reserves have fallen to under two days' supply as the Iran war disrupts LNG shipments, though National Gas insists levels are normal for the season.
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