Andy Burnham promises more devolution and public control of essential services
Burnham’s speech served as a comprehensive diagnosis of the nation’s ailments, tracing them back to what he termed "a series of wrong turns" initiated in the 1980s. He argued that…
Testosterone bought by menopausal women posing as men due to NHS issues
Women are increasingly resorting to deceptive tactics, posing as men to procure testosterone from online pharmacies due to significant hurdles in obtaining NHS prescriptions in Wales. This concerning trend, highlighted…
Duane "Keffe D" Davis found guilty of 1996 murder of rapper Tupac Shakur
Former gang boss Duane "Keffe D" Davis has been found guilty of orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur, marking the first conviction in a notorious cold case that has captivated…
US borrowing costs hit fresh highs over inflation fears
These movements on global bond markets have far-reaching implications, extending well beyond the US government’s ability to finance its operations. The 10-year Treasury yield serves as a foundational benchmark for…
Five takeaways from Andy Burnham’s Commons debut as PM
Andy Burnham took questions from Members of Parliament in the House of Commons for the first time since assuming the role of Prime Minister. This highly anticipated statement on his…
People Fixing The World – Fighting the silent killer – BBC Sounds
In the relentless battle against a global health crisis that claims millions of lives annually, the BBC’s "People Fixing The World" series shines a crucial spotlight on the fight against…
UK long-term borrowing costs hit highest since 2008 ahead of October Budget
The yield on a 30-year gilt – a crucial indicator of the long-term cost for the British government to borrow money – surged to 5.89%, a level not witnessed since…
Keir Starmer announces he is standing down as MP
In his statement, Sir Keir described his 11 years representing Holborn and St Pancras as a "huge honour and privilege." He expressed profound gratitude for the trust placed in him…
The woman on a mission to convince people to work less
Sharma’s journey to this conviction wasn’t an overnight revelation. It was a slow burn, fueled by her own experiences and extensive research into the societal and individual costs of overwork.…
Shein shares fall in long-awaited stock market debut
Shares in fast-fashion giant Shein experienced a significant drop in their highly anticipated stock market debut on Tuesday, as the company officially listed in Hong Kong after a protracted and…
















