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Police counters close amid £260m budget crisis – Met promises more street policing

Explore Cardiff University's study revealing that 84% of GB News viewers wrongly believe UK net migration is rising. Compare findings across broadcasters, examine the impact on impartiality, and uncover how media shapes public understanding of migration.

The UK Ministry of Justice faces backlash for failing to publish receipts for nearly £11 billion in spending, sparking fresh questions about transparency.

Discover how 2025 winter fuel payment changes affect four million UK pensioners deemed 'too rich'. Explore income thresholds, eligibility rules, and alternative support options.

Rachel Reeves signals 'hard choices' in the 26 November Autumn Budget, with tax rises and spending cuts under active consideration as the OBR's downgrade and IMF forecasts heap pressure on the UK's public finances.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has revealed that she is considering tax increases and spending cuts for the upcoming budget.

UK and US seize £11.3bn Bitcoin from Cambodian scam kingpin Chen Zhi, freezing London properties linked to romance fraud that cost Brits £92m in 2024.

Sudanese asylum seeker Deng Majek accused of murdering hotel worker Rhiannon Whyte at Bescot Station. 2025 trial reveals stalking, screwdriver attack, and post-crime 'excitement' amid UK asylum surge.

Videos and images shared by London drivers show the insects inside buses and in rest-area food containers, prompting demands for urgent action.

Labour's new jobs guarantee promises paid placements for young people out of work for 18 months. But experts warn it could repeat past mistakes if it relies on sanctions rather than support. And, policy must focus on skills, confidence and real opportunity to work.

Erika Kirk tearfully accepts the posthumous Medal of Freedom for her husband, Charlie Kirk, from Donald Trump in a moving White House ceremony, sharing stories of his legacy and private faith.

Who is Dallin H. Oaks? Discover the 93-year-old former Supreme Court justice now leading 17 million Latter-day Saints as the faith's new prophet and president.

The UK state pension will rise to £12,590 in April 2026, but HMRC's calculation method keeps most pensioners below the tax threshold. Here's what retirees need to know.

California issues rare tornado warnings amid a powerful October storm; residents brace for flash floods, damaging winds, and debris flows in burn-scar zones.

The Supreme Court rejects Alex Jones's appeal, upholding a £1 billion judgment for his Sandy Hook 'hoax' claims and cementing a 'financial death penalty' for Infowars.

NCSC flags China's role in rising UK cyber incidents

The UK government denies claims it sabotaged a high-profile China spy case after charges against two men were dropped. Critics allege political interference and a cover-up to protect ties with Beijing—fueling demands for transparency and urgent reform of Britain's espionage laws.