British Isles
Friday, 15 November 2024 10:04
Top mortgage deals vanish as banks hike rates
Despite a recent Bank of England base rate cut from 5% to 4.75%, many major lenders have increased mortgage rates and withdrawn top deals, leading to higher costs for borrowers. Around 200 deals have disappeared from…
Friday, 15 November 2024 10:01
COP29: Starmer’s promise to cut UK’s carbon emissions
Keir Starmer's arrival at COP29, with a bold promise to cut the UK’s carbon emissions by 81% by 2035, stands out as a beacon of hope amid an otherwise bleak start to the climate talks. Despite…
Friday, 15 November 2024 09:59
Sara Sharif’s father ‘fully responsible’ for her death
Urfan Sharif, father of ten-year-old Sara, has admitted responsibility for her death during his murder trial at the Old Bailey. Sharif confessed to beating her with a metal pole and other objects, inflicting severe injuries leading…
Friday, 15 November 2024 09:56
MPs support removing House of Lords hereditary peers
MPs have supported a bill to remove hereditary peers from the House of Lords, which currently reserves 92 seats for individuals who inherit their titles. The bill, passed by 435 votes to 73, now moves to…
Friday, 15 November 2024 09:54
Homebase goes into administration, many jobs at risk
DIY retailer Homebase has entered administration, putting 2,000 jobs at risk. Its owner had hoped to sell the struggling retailer but failed to secure a buyer. The Range has purchased up to 75 Homebase stores and…
Thursday, 07 November 2024 22:34
Badenoch’s first PMQs as Tory leader
In her debut at Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) as the new leader of the opposition, Kemi Badenoch showcased a robust approach, promising 'constructive opposition' and addressing both US-UK relations and domestic issues. She began by questioning…