A High Court ruling has dismissed an appeal by Rebekah Vardy against a decision that her legal costs should be reduced, with Coleen Rooney's lawyers emerging victorious in the 'Wagatha Row' costs dispute. A recent High Court ruling has dismissed an appeal by Rebekah Vardy, the wife of Leicester City...

A dispute between Birmingham City Council and striking bin workers has stalled due to intervention from the Unite union's national leadership team, leaving thousands of tonnes of rubbish uncollected on city streets. A deal between striking bin workers and Birmingham City Council could have been reached were it not for...

The European Union has agreed to hold off on its own counter-tariffs against US goods, following a sudden reprieve of sweeping tariffs by US President Donald Trump. The move comes as markets breathed a sigh of relief, with major stock indices in the US surging as investors piled back...

The decline of European refugees may be more complex than statistics suggest, with factors such as improved circumstances in source countries and backlogs in application processing contributing to the downward trend. As experts caution against over-interpreting the data, a closer look at the nuances behind asylum applications reveals a...

The UK's slow heat pump adoption poses a significant barrier to meeting its net zero targets, with fewer than 100,000 heat pumps fitted last year compared to over 1.5 million gas boilers. The UK's Slow Heat Pump Adoption: A Barrier to Meeting Net Zero Targets The Current State of Heat Pump...

Clean-air surcharges in England are sparking rising parking fees, with motorists facing significant increases as councils aim to reduce air pollution. The cost of parking permits has skyrocketed by up to 400% in some areas. In recent years, drivers across England have faced significant increases in parking costs due to...

In a strategic bid to bolster European defence, NATO has established a critical outpost on its eastern frontline, leveraging cutting-edge surveillance systems and personnel trained to detect potential security threats. As the eyes and ears of Europe's defence, this NATO base plays a pivotal role in maintaining regional stability...

Prince George, the eldest child of Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales (Kate Middleton), made a historic appearance at his first official event in 2025. As he takes on more royal duties, the young prince is preparing to carry on the legacy of his family. Prince William, Kate Middleton's...

A 60-year-old grandfather was shot dead in his home in County Durham, and a 38-year-old man has been charged with murder. The investigation into the fatal shooting is ongoing. A 60-year-old grandfather, Barry Dawson, was shot dead on Saturday afternoon at his home in Elm Street, Stanley, Co Durham. Thomas...

A national ban on school phones may not be the solution to managing screen time, according to England's children's commissioner. Instead, head teachers should have more autonomy to make informed decisions about what works best for their students. Banning phones in schools should be a decision for head teachers and...