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Net migration to the UK hit a record 900,000 in the year to June 2023, sparking political backlash and concerns over its impact on public services, housing, and community cohesion.

A British beautician faces 60 years in jail for smuggling £15 million worth of cocaine, but she claims she was tricked into carrying the drugs.

An 18-year-old almost died from meningitis, likely contracted from sharing a vape and drinks. Early diagnosis saved her life.

Recent figures suggest that Britain is the only major economy to experience a fall in its employment rate in the last five years.

Daniel Andreas San Diego, an alleged animal rights extremist, was arrested in North Wales after a 20-year manhunt.

Downing Street has denied rumours of an extra bank holiday in 2025 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

A former bar manager was unfairly dismissed after reporting misconduct. She won a £33,080 compensation after a tribunal ruled her dismissal unfair.

Many Brits intend to fake sick days for Black Friday deals, but research questions the value of available discounts.

Caitlin Walton, who lacks a birth certificate, is unable to work or secure identification, leaving her feeling invisible and unsupported.

The BTP's new strip search policy for transgender officers has sparked backlash, with critics citing potential violations of women's rights and concerns over degrading treatment.

Elon Musk has continued his war of words with UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, by apparently throwing his support behind an online petition calling for a new general election.

A man remains in critical condition after suffering a cardiac arrest during a fight on Westminster Bridge, leading to three arrests on suspicion of attempted murder.

UK junior doctors increasingly choose locum work for higher pay and flexibility, sharing their experiences on TikTok as 'medfluencers.'

A UK veterinarian tragically died by suicide, citing emotional distress from wealthy clients unnecessarily euthanising their pets despite having the means to afford proper treatment.

Hayley Dowell's grieving family questions her consent for a triple surgery in Turkey. Meanwhile, concerns over patient safety and inadequate aftercare in Turkish cosmetic clinics continue to rise.

The lenient sentencing of a 26-year-old trainee teacher from Oxford, who was convicted of possessing and distributing over 1,000 explicit videos and images of child sexual abuse, including the rape of newborns and toddlers, has sparked widespread outrage.

London Underground drivers received a deal amid ongoing strikes. The proposal includes a 4.5% raise and improved working conditions.

Junior lawyers face intense pressure from rising salaries and demanding hours, prompting concerns about work-life balance and mental health.

Barking and Dagenham council has introduced fines for catcalling and wolf-whistling following community feedback and alarming statistics on harassment.

Narinder Kaur has defended herself against racist backlash after facing criticism for her social media post questioning the Princess of Wales's "aged" appearance, asserting her right to express her views

A UK pilot program is testing a four-day workweek for 1,000 workers, aiming to improve work-life balance and productivity. Previous trials showed reduced burnout and increased employee retention.

Cypriot lawyer Andreas Spyrides is embroiled in a $16 million fraud dispute involving allegations of document forgery tied to assets frozen from convicted Russian fraudster Valentin Vinogradov.

The Army provides infamously poor living conditions. Thus, military life is unappealing to Gen Z, who prioritise flexibility, commodity and good mental health.

Labour representatives who attended Taylor Swift's Eras Tour for free are accused of bribery after the singer received VVIP security when exiting her concert at Wembley.

Wes Streeting has suggested that no-show patients may be fined in the future because NHS lost £1 billion to nearly eight million missed NHS appointments in the last year.

A British woman tragically died after being trapped and asphyxiated by a faulty gas-lift ottoman bed, leading to a coroner's urgent warning about the potential dangers of such mechanisms.

A UK woman is suing Waitrose after a 2-pound cauliflower fell from a high shelf, knocking her unconscious and causing long-term health issues that have left her unable to work.

Kimberly Hall, a 28-year-old British beautician, faces up to 60 years in a US prison for allegedly smuggling £3.5 million worth of cocaine, with her father insisting she was coerced and is "only guilty of stupidity."

UK shoppers are outraged over Herbal Essences reducing the size of their bottles from 400ml to 275ml while maintaining the £2 price, fuelling widespread criticism of shrinkflation practices.