DWP Cuts Health Benefit for New UC Claimants in May
The DWP will reduce health top-up payments for new Universal Credit claimants from May, cutting the weekly amount by nearly £50, as part of controversial welfare changes announced by Rachel Reeves.
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Triple Lock Uncertainty for 13 Million State Pensioners
The Triple Lock guarantee, benefiting 13 million state pensioners, is under scrutiny. Labour confirms it stays this Parliament, but long-term uncertainty looms.
King Charles 'greatly relieved' after US gunman attack
King Charles expressed relief that Donald Trump was unharmed after a gunman opened fire at a US event. The monarch begins a four-day state visit on Monday.
Gunman Opens Fire at Trump Dinner Before UK State Visit
A gunman attacked a Washington dinner attended by Donald Trump, just days before King Charles and Queen Camilla's state visit. Trump was evacuated safely.
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Trump Evacuated from Correspondents' Dinner After Gunshots
President Donald Trump was rushed from the White House correspondents' dinner after gunshots were heard outside. Chaos erupted as guests took cover, and Trump confirmed the shooter was apprehended.
Trump Reveals King Charles State Visit Talks Topics
Donald Trump has outlined his agenda for King Charles's upcoming US state visit, including discussions on the Iran war, NATO, and digital tax tensions.
Racist Sex Beast Who Raped Sikh Woman to Learn Fate
John Ashby, 32, pleaded guilty at Birmingham Crown Court to raping a Sikh woman in Walsall, in a racially motivated attack. He faces potential life sentence.
Trump: Iran Halted Execution of 8 Female Protesters
US President Donald Trump claims Iran cancelled planned executions of eight female protesters following his appeal, but Iranian judiciary denies the account entirely.
Rachel Reeves: UK Belongs in Europe as EU Ties Strengthen
Chancellor Rachel Reeves declares the UK belongs in Europe, citing Middle East conflicts as a driver for stronger EU trade agreements to reduce consumer prices.
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UK Inflation Rises to 3.3% Amid Middle East Fuel Price Surge
UK inflation rose to 3.3% in March 2026, driven by higher fuel prices from the Middle East conflict. Core CPI eased slightly to 3.1%.
DWP Claimants Face £500 Fines on Spain Holidays
UK tourists receiving PIP or DLA benefits are being warned of on-the-spot fines up to €1,000 for mobility scooter misuse in Tenerife and Benidorm this summer.
Trump Threatens Iran Strikes as Ceasefire Deadline Nears
Donald Trump warns of renewed military action against Iran if talks fail, with the US military 'raring to go' as a two-week ceasefire approaches its end.
UK Travel Warnings: Saudi Arabia and Bahrain Alert
The UK Foreign Office has issued urgent travel warnings for Saudi Arabia and Bahrain amid regional conflict, advising British nationals to take hard cover and exercise extreme caution.
Trump Warns Iran of 'Nuclear Holocaust' After Ceasefire
Donald Trump threatened Iran with a 'nuclear holocaust' unless it accepts a US deal, just hours after claiming credit for a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon and inviting both leaders to White House peace talks.
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Trump Shares Second AI 'Jesus' Image, Warns of Offense
US President Donald Trump has posted a second AI-generated image depicting himself with Jesus, warning it might offend 'radical left lunatics'. This follows a deleted post showing him as a Jesus-like figure healing a sick man, amid a feud with Pope Leo XI
West Midlands Men Face Charges Over £2.4m Damage to Firm
Two men from the West Midlands are among three defendants accused of causing £2.4 million in damage to a company linked to Israel's military through alleged vandalism and burglary.
Asylum Seekers Moved from 11 Hotels in Government Reform
The UK Government has permanently relocated asylum seekers from 11 hotels, including the Britannia in Wolverhampton, as part of sweeping reforms to reduce costs and increase removals.
Foreign Office Urges Immediate Departure from Mali
The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for Mali, advising against all travel and urging British nationals to leave immediately due to unpredictable security conditions.
UK Foreign Office Warns Dual Nationals in Russia of Heavy Fines
The Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for Russia, warning British-Russian dual nationals they could face fines up to one year's income for failing to declare citizenship.
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Poll: Labour to Lose 23 West Midlands Seats, Reform Dominates
A new YouGov Nowcast poll projects Labour would retain just two of 25 West Midlands seats in a General Election, with Reform UK set to dominate Birmingham, the Black Country, and Worcestershire.
US-Iran Talks Fail After 21 Hours, Vance Announces
Vice President JD Vance confirms no agreement reached with Iran following marathon negotiations, identifying nuclear weapons as primary obstacle to peace.
Prince Harry's 'All In or All Out' Royal Ultimatum Revealed
Historian Hugo Vickers reveals Prince Harry sought a 'half-in, half-out' arrangement with the Royal Family before his exit, but was given a stark six-word ultimatum.
US-Iran Ceasefire Brokered by Pakistan, Hormuz Reopens
A two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, mediated by Pakistan, has reopened the Strait of Hormuz, with global markets reacting positively and international leaders pledging support.
Starmer Travels to Middle East After Ceasefire Announcement
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer departs for the Gulf region to meet with partners and discuss diplomatic efforts to support the newly announced ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Amnesty Chief: Trump Post May Be Genocide Threat
Amnesty International's leader Agnes Callamard warns Donald Trump's social media message threatening Iran could constitute genocide incitement, sparking international concern.
Pope Leo Condemns Trump's Threats to Iran as Unacceptable
Pope Leo has denounced Donald Trump's recent threats to Iran's population as 'unacceptable,' urging global citizens to contact political representatives to end the conflict.
Trump Warns 'Civilization Will Die' in Iran Ultimatum
Former President Donald Trump issues a stark warning on social media, threatening Iran with a deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as the White House and Iranian officials respond.
Trump Nuclear Strike Call Sparks Removal Demands
Anthony Scaramucci, former White House communications director, urges immediate removal of Donald Trump from office after president threatened to wipe out Iran's civilization.
Trump Nuclear Threat Sparks Calls for Immediate Removal
Former White House official Anthony Scaramucci demands Donald Trump's immediate removal from office after the President threatened to annihilate Iran's civilization in a Truth Social post, escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
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US F-15E Shot Down Over Iran, Crew Search Underway
A US F-15E fighter jet has been confirmed shot down over central Iran. The pilot and navigator ejected, and a large-scale search operation is ongoing in remote rural areas.
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