Student Loan Inquiry Launched as Debt Crisis Hits £267 Billion
The Treasury Committee launches a formal inquiry into England's student loan system, which now holds £267 billion in debt and disproportionately impacts women's financial futures.
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Labour MP Demands Funding for Sexual Abuse Support Services
Labour MP Charlotte Nichols reveals personal trauma and calls for increased government funding for sexual abuse support services, as charities face closures and 14,000 victims wait for help.
Cooper-Miliband 'Nightmare Ticket' for Labour Leadership
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper is positioning herself as a centrist caretaker PM to succeed Keir Starmer, with Ed Miliband as Chancellor, in a plan that faces internal and public scrutiny.
Ed Davey Told to Ditch Clown Act as Greens Overtake Lib Dems
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey faces internal calls to end attention-seeking stunts like bungee jumps, as the Green Party overtakes them in polls under Zack Polanski's leadership.
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Trump Tells Unpaid TSA Workers 'GO TO WORK' During DHS Shutdown
President Donald Trump has called on TSA agents to continue working without pay during the Department of Homeland Security shutdown, blaming Democrats for the funding crisis.
Anti-War Protests in Italy and Spain as Judicial Vote Looms
Thousands protested in Italy and Spain against Middle East conflicts and Italy's judicial reforms, with a high-stakes referendum on judges becoming a major political test for Prime Minister Giorga Meloni's government ahead of elections.
DWP Universal Credit Update: Letters to Legacy Benefit Claimants
The DWP has issued an update on Universal Credit migration, confirming letters are being sent to remaining legacy benefit claimants ahead of the March 2026 deadline.
Ted Cruz: 'Christ is King' Phrase Now Has Antisemitic Meaning
Texas Senator Ted Cruz faces backlash after stating the phrase 'Christ is King' is being used online as an antisemitic code to attack Jewish people, sparking outrage from conservative commentators.
Trump PAC Uses Soldier Casket Photo in Fundraising Email
A political action committee connected to Donald Trump has sparked outrage by using a photo of the president saluting a dead soldier's casket in a fundraising email. Democratic officials and veterans groups have condemned the move as exploitative.
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Scotland to Ban Militaries in Illegal Wars if Independent
First Minister John Swinney pledges an independent Scotland would constitutionally ban foreign militaries involved in illegal conflicts, citing US and Israeli actions in Iran.
Swinney Promises Childcare and Housing Help if SNP Re-elected
SNP leader John Swinney vows transformational childcare expansion and deposit help for first-time buyers ahead of May's Holyrood election, while framing vote as historic independence moment.
Trump's 24-Hour Chaos: U-Turn, War Crimes, Donation Grift
Donald Trump's recent actions include a humiliating U-turn on UK warships, using dead soldiers for fundraising, and illegal orders from his Secretary of War, sparking outrage and legal concerns.
Former Labour Minister Phil Woolas Dies at 66
Phil Woolas, the former Labour MP and minister famously confronted by Joanna Lumley over Gurkha rights, has died aged 66 after battling brain cancer. Tributes pour in from Tony Blair and Gordon Brown.
Trump's Iran War Narrative Shifts Amid White House Battles
Conflicting messages from the Trump administration on the Iran conflict reflect internal power struggles among advisers, with factions pushing for limited engagement, hawkish escalation, or complete isolationism.
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Starmer's Milestone: The Peril of a PM in a Hurry
As Keir Starmer overtakes Rishi Sunak to become the 44th-longest-serving prime minister, concerns mount about his legacy and potential for rushed policymaking in his remaining tenure.
DOGE Staffer Defends Inexperienced Team's DEI Grant Purge
Nathan Cavanaugh, a staffer in Elon Musk's DOGE, has defended using an inexperienced team to cancel federal diversity grants, citing a 2025 Trump executive order.
Trump's Health Concerns Grow After White House Memory Lapse
Donald Trump's health is under scrutiny after he confused staff at a White House event, with recent incidents including skin discoloration and bruising raising questions.
Labour Accused of Cover-Up in Mandelson Appointment Messages
Labour is under fire after releasing only 31 official messages regarding Peter Mandelson's US ambassador appointment, with shadow figures demanding full disclosure of private communications.
Family Quiz Ritual Unites Generations, Letters Share Insights
Readers share how a weekly quiz has strengthened family bonds across distances, while others offer tips on bypassing AI chatbots and humorous measurement anecdotes.
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Cartoon Satirises Trump's Middle East War Rhetoric
Ella Baron's latest cartoon critiques Donald Trump's aggressive stance on the Middle East, highlighting tensions with Iran and broader regional conflicts in a sharp, visual commentary.
Airports Ask for Donations for Unpaid TSA Staff in Shutdown
US airports are requesting donations to support TSA employees working without pay due to a partial government shutdown, leading to food pantries and gift card drives amid growing security delays.
Trump Replaces Ric Grenell as Kennedy Center Head
Donald Trump announces Ric Grenell's departure as Kennedy Center head, replaced by Matt Floca, amid controversy over renaming and artist boycotts.
Mother's Unspoken Gift: Letting Children Find Their Own Path
Reflecting on a mother's legacy, this article explores how her greatest gift was not advice but quiet advocacy, fighting battles behind the scenes to support her child's journey through life's challenges.
Starmer's Iran Stance Wins Public Support, Rivals Adjust
Keir Starmer's refusal to fully back US strikes on Iran has gained public approval, putting pressure on Conservatives and Reform UK as they shift positions amid rising petrol prices and anti-war sentiment.
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Phil Woolas, Ex-Labour Minister, Dies Aged 66 from Brain Cancer
Phil Woolas, a former Labour MP and minister, has passed away at 66 after battling glioblastoma brain cancer. He served in Westminster for 13 years under New Labour, holding key roles in immigration and local government.
Siblings Raised Apart: Nature vs Nurture Experiment
Catherine Carr explores how being raised separately from her sisters shaped their relationships, revealing the complexities of sibling bonds beyond birth order theories.
DWP Demands Carers Repay Benefits Under Discredited Rules
Unpaid carers face repayment demands from the DWP based on unlawful guidance, with 1,400 letters sent despite new rules. Campaigners criticise the distress caused and call for reassessment under updated policies.
Al-Quds Day March Banned in London, Static Rally Allowed
The Home Secretary has prohibited the annual Al-Quds Day march in London due to Middle East tensions, allowing only a two-hour static rally. Police warn of arrests for pro-Palestine Action or intifada chants.
Cherie Blair Backs Mandelson's Fair Trial Rights in Epstein Case
Cherie Blair urges critics to remember Peter Mandelson is 'still a human being' entitled to a fair trial after his arrest, while criticising media focus on Epstein's associates over victims.
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Reeves Plans Targeted Energy Support Amid Middle East Crisis
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces targeted support for households struggling with energy costs, focusing on heating oil users not covered by the price cap, amid Middle East conflict price surges.
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