Live Eventsas a Reliable and Trusted News Source Addas a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now! "Raising taxes would be a disaster for the UK - and particularly if increases are concentrated on a narrow base as Reeves tries to remain technically compliant with manifesto commitments. Such tax rises would be particularly distortionary and damaging to growth," writes Sunak. "The choice then is simple: spending cuts or tax rises. Respected City (of London) figures calculate that this shift means funding has actually been cheaper this fiscal year than in the previous two," Sunak claims.

October 26, 2025 13:51 UTC

Britain's scandal-tarred Prince Andrew faced continued scrutiny Sunday of his contentious living arrangements and titles, amid reports of talks with King Charles III about vacating his 30-room royal residence. Even holding a House of Commons debate on the conduct of a royal would be unprecedented in modern times. British newspapers reported over the weekend that it had prompted ongoing talks between the king and the prince about Andrew vacating Royal Lodge. The Daily Mail said heir-to-the-throne Prince William and his family are set to move into a new residence near Royal Lodge and that he wants his uncle to leave beforehand. "We need to explore all options... to ensure parliament can scrutinise this properly, from Prince Andrew's residence at Royal Lodge to his dukedom," a party source told AFP.

October 26, 2025 13:45 UTC

From stunning castles and scenic landscapes to coastal retreats, these North East villages are just a short trip from Newcastle and offer the perfect escape from the city. From quirky seaside spots to pretty villages, it will come as no surprise that many of the locations have received national and international recognition. And, Blanchland, with that link to the Jacobite rebellion, which was named one of the prettiest villages in the UK. But have also featured some lesser-known 'hidden gem' suggestions which have some unique charms for visitors to explore. They include villages around County Durham, Gateshead and South Tyneside too.

October 26, 2025 10:35 UTC

Oxford recently made headlines by dropping to fourth place in the Times Good University Guide. More fundamentally, by combining every possible factor into an aggregate, it obscures the fact that different people value different things in a university. The first is that teaching quality is based on student surveys: there is no universal or objective standard against which it is measured. Of the top ten universities, Oxford and Cambridge come last here. To others these may not appeal, regardless of The Times’ ranking.

October 26, 2025 09:00 UTC

Prince Andrew "faces humiliation in the Commons", according to the Sunday Times, external. The Mail on Sunday says the Chancellor Rachel Reeves, external is planning a new "mansion tax". Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has told the Sunday Times, external that the UK would be in the line of fire if Russia were to attack a Nato country. In an interview with the paper, Tusk says he is "shocked" by what he calls the public complacency about the UK's safety. Barristers have been told they're free to "ditch their wigs", according to a report in the Mail on Sunday, external.

October 26, 2025 06:47 UTC

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October 26, 2025 06:39 UTC

Frontman Bobby Vylan, also known as Pascal Robinson-Foster, appeared on The Louis Theroux Podcast in an episode which aired earlier this week and said that he was “not regretful” of the chant and would “do it again tomorrow”. British Airways has since paused its advertising on the podcast and said that the content “breaches” its sponsorship policy, the Jewish News first reported. “We’re grateful that this was brought to our attention, as the content clearly breaches our sponsorship policy in relation to politically sensitive or controversial subject matters. When asked by Theroux if Vylan stands by the chant and if he would do it again, he said: “Oh yeah. Or it gave me a breath of fresh air or whatever.”Louis Theroux has been contacted by PA for comment.

October 25, 2025 21:26 UTC

Chennai: The Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Bengaluru's Centre for Brain Research (CBR) and the UK Dementia Research Institute (UK DRI) to study the two-way link between diabetes and dementia. "Blood sugar, high or low, can cause vascular dementia, where poor blood flow affects cognitive function. "For a large study, people above 60 years will be screened for diabetes and dementia at MDRF's Gopalapuram Centre for Healthy Ageing, he said. Patients are scored from 1 to 5, with one indicating poor cognitive function and five very good. "With smartphones and blood tests now widely available in urban areas, we intend to keep this minimally invasive and scalable."

October 25, 2025 21:11 UTC

Europe mustered a spirited show of support for Ukraine on Friday, as Britain assembled the “coalition of the willing” to promote a boycott of Russian oil and gas, a possible loan to Ukraine using Russian sovereign assets and accelerated arms shipments. Seeking to capitalize on yet another shift in President Trump’s view of the war, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine joined Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain and leaders from Denmark, the Netherlands and NATO in London. For the moment, Europe has the wind at its back. The European Union followed with its own latest round of sanctions, while also pledging to continue funding Ukraine’s financial and military needs. Britain, one of Ukraine’s most enthusiastic backers, announced that it would speed the delivery of an extra 140 air-defense missiles after production had ramped up faster than expected.

October 25, 2025 15:23 UTC

The European ban was lifted last November after extensive safety audits, clearing the way for PIA to restore suspended routes in January this year. The first Boeing 777 flight from Islamabad to Manchester on Saturday marked PIA’s return after months of inspections and reforms that restored Britain’s confidence in Pakistan’s aviation system. “The flight to Manchester is a remarkable beginning, but we are firmly determined to start flights to London and Birmingham next,” Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Mohammad Asif told a ceremony at Islamabad International Airport. “Providing them with direct flights is both a moral and national duty,” he said. “This milestone will bring major economic benefits, generating substantial revenue, boosting trade and tourism, and expanding the movement of people and goods,” he said at a recent event in London.

October 25, 2025 15:14 UTC

The book’s co-author Amy Wallace said Ms Giuffre wanted “wealthy, powerful men to be held to account”. In an interview with the Associated Press, she said: “What we’re watching is Prince Andrew’s life is being eroded for his past behaviour. “While he’s not being tried in a court of law, his behaviour’s catching up with him”. The Telegraph reported conversations between Andrew and the King’s representatives have been ongoing since full publication of the prince’s lease agreement on his Berkshire home resulted in intense public scrutiny. The Public Accounts Committee has already confirmed it is writing to the Crown Estate and the Treasury asking for further information about the prince’s lease.

October 25, 2025 12:42 UTC

Austin Butler is in talks to join the ‘Miami Vice’ filmAbout the upcoming projectThe upcoming ‘Miami Vice’ film has already been creating a lot of buzz amongst the masses. While the ‘Black Panther’ actor has already been confirmed to lead and spearhead the film, another fine name from the Hollywood industry may all set and ready to join you in.As per earlier reports, Michael B Jordan is all set and ready to join the upcoming ‘Mianmi Vice’ film, which has been creating a lot of buzz online ever since the initial announcement. Now, as per The Hollywood Reporter, Austin Butler, whose latest film ‘Caught Stealing’ is currently circulating in theatres worldwide, is in talks to join the actor for the much-anticipated project.Jordan may be playing the role of undercover detective Ricardo ‘Rico’ Tubbs, which was previously played by iconic actor Philip Michael Thomas in the original series. It will explore the crime and corruption that haunts Miami, and how the team at ‘Miami Vice’ is bent on serving justice and peace across the city.The film is currently in developmental stages; however, the official release date for the film has been set for August 6, 2027. A lot is expected from the upcoming project, and fans keep on anticipating all of the other people who will be joining the film.

October 25, 2025 11:35 UTC

But, of course, there is one obvious silver lining, tomorrow we all get that extra hour in bed. One way to remember which way the clocks change is to say the phrase ‘spring forward, fall back’ to yourself, with fall in this case also meaning autumn. If you feel a bit jet-lagged and struggle to sleep after the clocks change, check out these helpful tips. Which countries change their clocks? Most Asian countries, including India, Japan, China and Mongolia, opt not to use Daylight Saving Time, while many Middle Eastern countries also avoid changing their clocks.

October 25, 2025 11:21 UTC

Patrick Maguire is a renowned British journalist, political commentator, and author best known as the Chief Political Commentator for The Times newspaper. Maguire also contributes to Times Radio, where his voice reaches thousands of listeners daily, further cementing his role as a leading figure in British political discourse. Left Out became a must-read for anyone interested in modern British politics, highlighting Maguire’s gift for combining journalistic accuracy with narrative depth. Patrick Maguire FamilyPatrick Maguire keeps his personal life relatively private, a characteristic that aligns with his professional discipline. Patrick Maguire Wikipedia OverviewWhile Patrick Maguire does not yet have a standalone Wikipedia page, his work is frequently cited in online encyclopedias and media databases due to his contributions to British political journalism.

October 25, 2025 11:05 UTC

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October 25, 2025 11:04 UTC