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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.

UK's core industries are less diverse and less technologically advanced, leading to situations like that of Port Talbot Steelworks

Westminster, London's busiest borough, has become the UK's pickpocketing hotspot, with a shocking 40% of the country's reported thefts occurring there.

Rachel Reeves defended her £3,700 energy expenses to heat her second home while facing backlash for cutting winter fuel payments for millions of pensioners under new government policies.

More than 1,700 prisoners are being let out early in England and Wales today as part of a government scheme to deal with overcrowding

In a statement released by Leicestershire Police, the Kohli family expressed their heartbreak and described Bhim Sen as a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and uncle

The single-person discount automatically reduces bills by 25 per cent for taxpayers who live alone, regardless of their financial circumstances.

Thames Water proposes a controversial 59% hike in customer bills by 2025 to fund essential infrastructure upgrades, sparking concerns amid financial pressures on households and regulatory scrutiny.

An international student in London reveals the harsh reality of financial struggles and social isolation, admitting she's "too poor to hang out with friends" due to the city's high cost of living.

Parents are paying their sons more than their daughters and working women are still paid just 91p for every £1 earned by males. Why is this happening and when will it change?

Analysis shows that energy bills this winter will be the highest on record for older people who previously received a winter fuel payment of up to £300.

More UK homeowners seek financial assistance from charities and lenders as their fixed-rate mortgage deals end this year. The new, higher rates are expected to hike payments by an average of £1,800 annually, raising risks of defaults and more outstanding balances with arrears.

Oxford-bound scholar Hannah Lynch, known for her academic brilliance, was tragically found deceased after a superyacht disaster off the coast of Sicily.

British travellers to Europe need a £6 ETIAS pass, which is valid for 3 years and requires biometric data.

Once a household name with a net worth of £40 million, Katie Price has faced a sharp financial decline, marked by repeated bankruptcies, legal troubles, and the suspension of her TikTok income, all while she considers unconventional strategies to regain her lost fortune.

A new book reveals that Queen Elizabeth II found Donald Trump "very rude" during his visit to the UK, criticising his behaviour and speculating about his relationship with Melania Trump.

British model Chloe Lopez faces violent threats and widespread outrage in Spain after a viral video showed her placing her underwear in a supermarket bread tray, sparking a debate on the ethics of social media influence.

Industry veteran Peter Prior criticises the UK's renewable energy program, claiming it has been co-opted by large corporations, distracting from more effective solutions and driving up costs for consumers.

Katie Price is facing a severe financial crisis. She was declared bankrupt, owes £750,000 in taxes, and has been evicted from her mansion.