MPs Push For School Curriculum To Include Compulsory Financial Education
MPs have launched an inquiry that sets out to teach all students – aged 11 to 16 – about money management amid the cost of living crisis.
McDonald's UK Boss Says Fast-food Chain Faces Weekly Sex Abuse Claims
McDonald's boss in Britain said Tuesday the US fast-food giant faces "one to two" sexual harassment allegations from workers every week, as he vowed to tackle the issue recently exposed by the BBC.
Biden Revs Up Union Support Against Trump
US President Joe Biden donned the signature red T-shirt of America's biggest car workers union and lashed out at Donald Trump Thursday as he tried to fire up their support for his 2024 reelection bid.
Turkish Police Tear Gas Pro-Palestinian Protesters At Air Base
Turkish police Sunday fired tear gas to disperse a pro-Palestinian rally staged outside a military base housing US forces just hours before the arrival in Ankara of Washington's top diplomat.
UK Govt Backs Down Over Plans To Shut Rail Ticket Offices
The UK government has scrapped controversial plans to close almost all railway station ticket offices in England, following fierce criticism from disabled campaign groups, unions and passenger watchdogs.
UK Prepares To Host Global Leaders' Gathering On AI
The UK government will welcome foreign political leaders, tech industry figures, academics and others this week for a two-day summit billed as the first of its kind on artificial intelligence (AI).
Starmer pledges to transform steel industry with £3 billion investment
In September, the Government announced a £500 million grant for Port Talbot's steelworks, to keep the plant open and produce steel in a greener way.
Surge in A&E Visits for Sore Throats, Backaches, Insomnia and Coughs Raises Concerns
The rise in the number of individuals seeking care for non-emergency complaints such as sore throats, insomnia, coughs, and earaches is creating significant challenges for healthcare providers.
Israel Retakes Gaza Border Area As War's Toll Mounts
Israel said it recaptured Gaza border areas from Hamas on Tuesday, the fourth day of fierce fighting that has left thousands dead on both sides since the militants launched a surprise attack.
Labour Strikes a Confident Note in Liverpool Despite the News of Turmoil in the Middle East
Rachel Reeves was in the limelight in Liverpool, described as the would-be "first female Chancellor ever in Britain", and also the "best qualified".
US Medical Workers Respond To Delayed Contract Agreement By Launching Biggest Strike Yet
A reported 75,000 staff who work under Kaiser Permanente have united in a huge strike action, impacting nearly 13 million patients in a call for better wages and working hours.
Tube Strikes Called Off 12 Hours Before Action
Tube strikes that would see millions of passengers in chaos have been cancelled after an agreement that saved 200 jobs was made between TfL and RMT Union.
Impact of NHS Strikes in England: Over 1 Million Appointments and Operations Rescheduled
Over the past 10 months, the National Health Service (NHS) in England has been grappling with a series of strikes by consultants and junior doctors, which have caused significant disruptions to patient care.
Unison Reject New Pay Offer And Will Continue With School Strikes
Unison members will strike across 24 council areas for three days from Tuesday in a dispute over pay, following their rejection of Cosla's recent offer.
Labour vows to renegotiate Brexit deal, Keir Starmer pledges
Although unclear if the EU would be willing to renegotiate the accord, Starmer's pledge is likely to prove popular with many Labour voters, who have been critical of the current Brexit deal.
Spanish football chief Rubiales announces resignation during Piers Morgan interview
Luis Rubiales made the decision to step down after three weeks of pressure over the scandal caused by his kiss on Spanish footballer Jenni Hermoso after the Women's World Cup final.
Nigeria Labour Congress issue 2 day strike to tackle economic crisis
The NLC has threatened to completely shut down the economy if the Nigerian Federal Government fail to meet their demands within the two-day strike.
British film and television crews urge government to step in with financial support amid Hollywood strikes
From actors and writers striking in Hollywood, British film and television crews have less work, with productions such as Deadpool 3 shutting down in Britain.
France to ban wearing Islamic abayas in schools: minister
French authorities are to ban the wearing in school of abaya dresses worn by some Muslim women, the education minister said Sunday, arguing the garment violated France's strict secular laws in education.
UK top bosses earn 118 times pay of workers: study
Bosses running Britain's biggest listed companies enjoyed payrises of 16 percent last year as workers' wages struggled with the worst cost of living crisis in a generation, research published Tuesday found.
Ryanair forced to cancel flights to popular European hotspot amid peak summer travel
Ryanair's pilots are set to hold a strike later this month.
Disney streaming service sees subscribers fall again
Disney on Wednesday reported a loss for the most recent quarter, with the number of subscribers to its streaming service shrinking again, but a pledge to crack down on password sharing sent shares higher in after-market trades.
'Strong trade unions' necessary says Starmer to Unite Policy Conference
Speaking at the 2023 Unite Policy Conference, the Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer referred to the importance of the TUC's recent victory at the High Court.
Government offers pay rises to millions of UK public sector workers
The offer comes amidst a backdrop of widespread strikes across the public sector over the past few months, with the government suggesting pay rises of between six per cent and 6.5 per cent for 2023-24.
Mayor in Mexico weds alligator-like reptile for luck and prosperity
A man in Mexico married a female caiman, an alligator-like animal in a ceremony which is said to bring good luck to the groom and his people.
Three French airports paralysed as air controllers strike
France's civil air authority said Thursday it had ordered airlines to cancel flights to and from three airports because of a strike by air traffic controllers.
Report reveals one-third of hospitality workers face discriminatory behaviour
The hospitality industry is urged to address the prevalence of discrimination and prioritise inclusivity, as a report by Be Inclusive Hospitality exposed the extent of discriminatory behaviour within the hospitality sector.
Hospital doctors in England stage 72-hour walkout
Hospital doctors in England begin a new 72-hour strike over pay on Wednesday, prompting warnings from health officials of huge disruption to patients and services.
Initial Heathrow strikes suspended after new pay offer
Planned strike action by security staff at London's Heathrow airport later this month has been called off after unions recommended they accept a pay deal, both sides said on Monday.
Social housing staff latest in a series of public employees to announce strike action over pay and conditions
Workers at the Housing Ombudsman and the Regulator of Social Housing have announced a week of strike action in June.