Editors Chris Mason and Faisal Islam analyze the implications of the upcoming Autumn Budget for 2025. They outline the various factors that policymakers must consider as the government prepares to present its financial plan. The Autumn Budget is a critical moment for economic strategy, where the government outlines its spending priorities, tax policies, and plans […]
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Nigeria’s government is facing criticism for its response to the abduction of over 250 children from St. Mary’s Catholic boarding school in Papiri village, Niger state, last Friday. Bishop Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, a prominent cleric in the region, stated that the government has made “no meaningful effort” to rescue the children. This claim has been
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Massad Boulos, the senior Africa envoy for President Donald Trump, has addressed criticism regarding the U.S.’s recent proposal to mediate the civil war in Sudan, stating that allegations of bias are unfounded. The U.S., alongside Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is working to facilitate discussions between the Sudanese army and the
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Dylan Winik, chief executive of Nayax, a global fintech company, resides in Sydney. He shared that he began playing pickleball approximately two years ago after facing knee issues from years of running. Seeking a lower-impact sport, he discovered pickleball, which he now plays weekly. He described the game as competitive and fast-paced, providing enjoyment without
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The UK government has announced an increase in the minimum wage that will benefit millions of workers starting from April 1. The hourly pay for individuals over 21 will increase by 50p, bringing it to £12.71. Workers aged 18 to 20 will see an 85p rise to £10.85, while those under 18 and apprentices will
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to deliver this year’s Budget, a highly anticipated announcement amidst growing economic concerns. The focus of her address will be on three primary areas: reducing the cost of living, addressing NHS waiting lists, and managing government debt. These efforts are expected to come along with various tax adjustments, illustrating the
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Zeynab Javadli, the former wife of Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, a member of Dubai’s ruling family, has raised concerns over potential arrest following a criminal complaint lodged by her ex-husband. He has accused her of kidnapping their three daughters. Since their divorce in 2019, the couple has been embroiled in a
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Jeep unveiled the 2026 Recon electric off-roader at the Los Angeles Auto Show, with plans for series production starting early next year. However, a viral video on social media has drawn attention to apparent issues with the vehicle’s build quality, prompting discussions around its pre-production status. A Jeep spokesperson, Alyse Nagode, clarified that the vehicle
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Stamp duty is a tax applicable to most home buyers in England and Northern Ireland, while Scotland and Wales have their own analogous taxes. The future of stamp duty has garnered attention, with the Institute for Fiscal Studies labeling it as potentially economically damaging. Recently, Kemi Badenoch indicated that a future Conservative government may consider
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The UK Treasury has announced an expansion of the Help to Save scheme aimed at encouraging savings among individuals with low incomes. Currently, approximately three million people on universal credit qualify for this initiative, which provides a bonus of 50p for every pound saved after specified periods of time. The Treasury plans to make this
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