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Listeria outbreaks raise alarm as bacteria found in chilled food pose serious risks, especially to pregnant women and vulnerable individuals.

UK workers may experience shorter weeks in 2027, as bank holidays and clever leave planning create longer breaks without extra leave.

Nick Pope, the renowned UFO expert for the British government, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. Discover his impactful work in uncovering aerial mysteries and his lasting influence on ufology.

Piers Morgan criticizes Kanye West's planned UK festival appearance due to past offensive comments, sparking public debate.

Pepsi and Diageo have withdrawn sponsorship from Wireless Festival 2026 following the booking of Kanye West. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has condemned the move as pressure for a UK entry ban grows.

UK learner drivers are feeling the pinch as rising fuel costs lead to more expensive driving lessons, impacting budgets and delaying driving tests.

Discover how the new Making Tax Digital for Income Tax affects UK self-employed workers and landlords with income above £50,000, starting April 2026.

Explore how the UK's triple lock guarantee ensures annual state pension increases, providing income security for millions of pensioners.

UK families are set to gain up to £6,400 as the two-child benefit cap ends, sparking widespread debate over middle-class tax pressures

Storm Dave is set to hit northern Scotland and parts of Ireland over Easter, with the Met Office warning of blizzards, up to 30cm of snow and winds approaching 90mph.

European leaders are preparing for a future where the US may no longer be a reliable NATO ally, amid rising tensions and strategic shifts.

Marks & Spencer has criticized London Mayor Sadiq Khan over increasing retail crime, highlighting the violence and abuse faced by shop workers across the UK

Discover how rising fuel costs and new environmental charges are causing flight cancellations and disruptions across the UK, impacting regional routes and passenger fares

The NHS is set to introduce Wegovy, a new weight-loss injection, to help reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes in patients with cardiovascular disease and obesity.

The UK faces strong winds this Easter weekend, with Met Office warnings for gusts up to 90mph. Travel disruptions and safety precautions advised.

President Trump's claims of nearing victory in the US-Iran conflict, his controversial NATO stance, and rising oil prices are impacting global alliances and economies.

Reform UK's housing spokesman Simon Dudley faces calls for dismissal after controversial comments on Grenfell Tower fire, sparking widespread outrage

Donald Trump has lashed out at the UK and other allies over the Iran crisis, telling them to seize control of the Strait of Hormuz themselves as critics denounce him as the 'dumbest ever' US president.

Labour MP Joani Reid left the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme after an alleged drunken incident at the Faslane nuclear submarine base, as her husband faces arrest over spying allegations.

Families were barricaded inside Clapham shops as youth mobs struck for a second time in days, with fears of more disorder over Easter weekend.

Discover the story of a 2001 April Fool's prank about the Titanic that caused a real-world collapse at Beachy Head, a famous UK coastal landmark

Unilever agrees to merge its food business, including Marmite, with US spice maker McCormick in a deal worth £50bn, raising concerns over UK jobs and prices.

Discover how England's 'Simpler Recycling' reforms are changing waste management with new bin rules and a focus on boosting recycling rates.

A viral TikTok trend sparked chaos on Clapham High Street, with hundreds of teenagers causing shop closures and police interventions. Learn about the impact on local businesses and community safety.

Millions of UK workers will benefit from a pay increase as the National Living Wage rises to £12.71 per hour from April 2026, impacting employees aged 21 and over.

A man has been charged following a violent incident in Derby city centre that left seven people injured. The event has shocked the local community.

The BBC apologises for failing to investigate separate allegations against Scott Mills over messaging someone inappropriately last year

Prince Harry is reportedly seeking taxpayer-funded security for a potential summer visit to the UK with Meghan Markle and their children, raising questions inside government about cost and public anger.

UK petrol and diesel prices spike amid Middle East conflict, with fears of shortages and rising costs impacting consumers and businesses.