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Train passengers in the East Midlands will soon have the opportunity to test a new technology that allows them to tap in and out of journeys, with fare calculations determined at the end of the day. Starting Monday, trials of digital rail tickets utilizing GPS tracking are set to begin as part of the UK […]

The UK government has finalized a £10 billion deal to supply the Norwegian navy with a minimum of five Type 26 frigates. This agreement is noted as the UK’s largest warship export deal by value, and Norway has highlighted it as their most significant defense capability investment to date. The deal is projected to sustain

Norway has finalized a £10 billion agreement to acquire anti-submarine warships, specifically Type 26 frigates, from the United Kingdom. This partnership aims to enhance joint military operations in northern Europe, particularly in response to increasing Russian military activity in the region. According to the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD), this deal represents the largest warship

Recent trends indicate a shift in worker sentiment regarding job retention, with many now opting to remain in their current roles. A survey conducted by consulting firm Robert Half found that 73% of employees intend to stay in their positions through 2025, citing factors such as positive company culture, professional fulfillment, and competitive compensation. Notably,

Wytham Abbey, a 15th-century Grade I-listed manor located in Oxfordshire, has seen its asking price reduced by 60% to £5.95 million as its owners struggle to find a buyer. The Effective Ventures Foundation (EVF), previously known as the Centre for Effective Altruism, acquired the estate in April 2022 for a different purpose. They intended to

As Keir Starmer returns from his summer break in Europe and Labour MPs head back to Westminster, the government faces a challenging new parliamentary session after a tumultuous few months. Polls indicate that Labour’s popularity has dropped to 20%, a level not seen in over five years, and it now trails behind Nigel Farage’s Reform

Jennifer Abruzzo, the general counsel for the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) under the Biden administration, was among the initial officials dismissed by Donald Trump upon his inauguration in January 2025. Following her removal, other government officials faced similar fates, including NLRB Chair Gwynne Wilcox and Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner Erika McEntarfer. More recently,

As the parliamentary session resumes this week, Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces significant economic and political challenges. Following a tumultuous summer characterized by public emotion, Reeves is reportedly returning with a reinvigorated focus. However, her team acknowledges the substantial hurdles ahead, particularly concerning the upcoming assessment from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), which re-evaluates its

Seamus Foley, an employee at Draughts, a board games bar in London, expressed concerns about the challenges of working under a zero-hours contract. Initially attracted by the flexibility, he now feels overwhelmed by unpredictable scheduling and insufficient protections, prompting him and his colleagues to consider strike action. Currently, nearly 1.2 million workers in the UK

Publications focused on LGBTQ+ and diverse audiences are reportedly experiencing a decline in advertising as brands retreat in response to recent political backlash against diversity and inclusion initiatives. Editors from LGBTQ+ and minority-focused publications have described this as a form of discrimination, stating that past enthusiasm from advertisers has waned. Tag Warner, CEO of Gay