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Universal Credit was imposed to provide a more sustainable benefit to claimants than previous schemes, but in January, over half the claimants couldn’t even afford food. Urgent Plea for Long-Term Support The Trussell Trust, a charity fighting poverty in the UK, has warned that over 50% of those claiming Universal Credit ran out of food … Read more

A recent decision to suspend the Tory MP for Blackpool South could result in another by-election, in what’s been described as a “Tory scandal” uncovered by undercover investigators. Turmoil for Rishi Sunak Continues After two recent by-election landslide defeats, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak could experience a third after one of his Tory MPs is suspended.Blackpool … Read more

Sir Chris Whitty encourages citizens to embrace traditional methods for healthy ageing, advocating for exercise, nutrition, and social engagement in his annual report on Health in an Ageing Society. Here’s the whole story. Sick Man Of Europe Compared to European countries, Britain’s health outcomes are markedly worse, with higher avoidable mortality and treatable mortality rates … Read more

Navigating the English language is akin to embarking on a whimsical journey through history and culture, with each phrase revealing its peculiar backstory. Here’s a humorous dive into 21 English phrases that seem to have been conjured up during a particularly quirky moment in time, complete with a hint at their origins. #1. “Bob’s Your … Read more

After his controversial interview with alleged war criminal Vladimir Putin, Tucker Carlson has been slammed by Boris Johnson, who claimed Carlson is ‘bum-sucking’ a tyrant. Boris Johnson Condemns Tucker Carlson’s Putin Interview Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has lashed out against “traitor” conservative commentator Tucker Carlson for his recent interview with Russian President Vladimir … Read more

Tinder has introduced enhanced identity verification measures in the UK, including video selfies and ID checks, to combat catfishing and boost user confidence. Here’s the full story. Modern Dating Dating in the modern world is never easy, with terms like “ghosting”, “situationship” and “orbiting” becoming common parlance. None of these terms are particularly pleasant. “Ghosting” is … Read more

The shocking dismissal of a cleaner over the “theft” of a tuna sandwich sparks outrage, shining a spotlight on the unfair treatment of low-wage workers in modern workplaces. Here’s the full story.  Haves and Have-Nots The United Kingdom is becoming a country of the haves and the have-nots more and more. The cost of living crisis … Read more

Amidst the fallout from Scott Benton’s unsuccessful suspension appeal, the prospect of a by-election looms over Blackpool South, leading to considerable political uncertainty and adding to the appearance of a Conservative party in chaos. Here’s the full story.  Bad Luck Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has had an unenviable run of bad luck recently, losing two … Read more

A man has been found guilty of manslaughter and illegally attempting to enter the UK after driving an “unseaworthy” vessel that eventually killed at least four migrants in the English Channel. Guilty Verdict for Channel Boat Pilot Ibrahima Bah was at the helm of a small boat crossing the channel before it tragically sank and … Read more

Renowned author JK Rowling’s £70,000 donation to an anti-trans group’s legal battle has sparked renewed debate over transgender rights and the definition of ‘woman.’ Here’s the full story. Troubling Legacy The legacy of once beloved author JK Rowling has taken quite a beating in recent years, with her ever-hardening stance on transgender rights earning the … Read more