Trump's $10bn Paid Leave Scheme Wasted Taxpayer Funds
A new analysis reveals the Trump administration spent $10bn on paid leave for over 154,000 federal workers in 2025, a move labelled a 'waste' of taxpayer money. Read the full investigation.
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Migrant workers slam Labour's 'performative' visa proposals
Visa-holding migrants and British families condemn the government's 'earned settlement' consultation, warning it fuels anti-immigrant sentiment and creates prolonged uncertainty. The public consultation closes on 12 February.
2026 Bank Holidays: Full List and Time-Off Tips
The complete list of 2026 UK bank holidays has been confirmed, including a Boxing Day switch. Discover the dates and expert strategies to maximise your annual leave for extended breaks.
Scott Trust Annual Report 2024/25 Highlights Guardian's Growth
The Scott Trust's latest annual report reveals a year of significant achievements for the Guardian, including the successful Europe edition launch and the Feast app. Discover the financial results and future outlook.
Get 57 Days Off in 2026 Using 28 Days' Annual Leave
A clever 2026 holiday hack shows UK workers how to turn 28 days of annual leave into 57 days off. Plan around bank holidays for extended breaks in April, May, and Christmas.
Annual energy bill to fall by £138 from April
Typical annual energy bills are forecast to fall by 8% to £1,620 in April after government budget changes shift policy costs to general taxation. Read the full analysis.
Clooneys become French citizens in US exit
George and Amal Clooney have officially become French citizens, joining a growing list of A-listers leaving the US. The couple cited a better life for their twins in Provence.
2025: The Year Britain Focused on Boys and Men
From a 'Dad strike' over paternity leave to a new Men's Health Strategy, 2025 saw a pivotal shift in the national conversation about the challenges facing boys and men in the UK.
Women quit jobs due to endometriosis, demand UK menstrual leave
Two women share their debilitating struggles with endometriosis, having quit multiple jobs. They are now campaigning for UK menstrual leave, as a petition hits 74,000 signatures.
Boxing Day dips, climate change, and global moments
From icy swims in England to climate-affected harvests in Indonesia, The Guardian's photo editors capture poignant global moments on 26 December 2025. Explore the full gallery of images.
Shared Parental Leave Policy Fails After Decade
A decade after its launch, shared parental leave has failed to deliver promised culture change. Experts reveal a 'lost decade' as fewer than 1 in 60 public sector workers share leave. Discover why the policy is a 'monumental dud'.
UK's Shared Parental Leave Fails a Decade After Launch
Ten years on, less than 5% of eligible parents use Shared Parental Leave. Experts call it a 'lost decade' for progress. Discover why the policy failed and what change is needed.
The Big Sports Quiz of 2025: Can You Score?
Think you've kept up with football, golf, F1 and more in 2025? Take our ultimate sports quiz covering 11 major disciplines and prove your fan credentials. Challenge yourself now!
2025 set to be UK's warmest year on record
The Met Office confirms 2025 is likely to be the UK's hottest year, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Scientists call the finding 'devastating' evidence of climate change. Read the full report.
Karen Carney wins Strictly Come Dancing 2025
Football legend Karen Carney and pro Carlos Gu lift the Glitter Ball trophy in a tear-jerking Strictly final, marking a historic first for the show. Get the full story and reactions.
Labour MPs warn BNO visa holders could lose settled status
Dozens of Labour MPs demand the government ensures new immigration rules do not block 200,000 Hong Kongers from permanent residency, honouring the UK's historic duty.
Christmas Leave: Should It Be Compulsory?
Two UK professionals debate forced festive shutdowns. Does mandatory leave boost productivity or infringe on personal choice? Discover the arguments for and against.
Landmark UK employment rights bill passes into law
Labour's flagship employment bill, hailed as a 'generational shift', becomes law after Lords battle. New rights on zero-hours contracts, sick pay, and parental leave expected from 2026.
FCA overhaul could end mandatory annual reviews
The FCA's Consumer Duty overhaul may free wealth managers from rigid annual reviews, focusing on client needs. Discover the future of financial advice in the UK.
Decision on 500-year-old boarded-up London pub due
The future of The Old Spotted Dog Inn, a Grade II-listed pub vacant since 2004, will be decided by Newham councillors. Plans include restoration and new flats.
New Lidl store and homes planned for Croydon's Hamsey Green
Lidl submits fresh plans for a mixed-use development in Croydon, featuring a supermarket, 13 new homes, and creating up to 40 jobs. Residents can view the proposals now.
Appeal for 43-storey tower near Bevis Marks withdrawn
Developer Welput withdraws appeal to build a 43-storey office block near the UK's oldest synagogue, Bevis Marks, after planning refusal over heritage and worship concerns. Read the full story.
New £2,000 salary sacrifice cap explained for UK pensions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget introduces a £2,000 cap on salary sacrifice pension tax relief from 2029. Experts explain who is affected and the steps you should take now to protect your retirement savings.
Mitcham's 626-home gasworks scheme has no affordable housing
Merton Council approves final plans for 626 homes at Mitcham Gasworks, but the 'largest development for a generation' will have no affordable units. Developers cite viability issues.
Oxford Street's former fashion college site set for major revamp
A former college campus near Oxford Street is set for a 'deep retrofit' into offices, a food hall and retail. Westminster Council calls it a 'highly commendable scheme' set to create hundreds of jobs.
Gender pension gap grows to 32%, report finds
The gender pension gap has widened to 32%. Scottish Widows expert Jill Henderson asks if a new, digitally-native generation of women can close it through better tools and support. Discover the data.
New 'Spoons pub planned for The Strand near Charing Cross
JD Wetherspoon has appealed to open a new 320-capacity pub at 11 The Strand, next to Charing Cross station. The plan, previously rejected, was granted appeal in June 2025.
Chinese Open-Source AI Disrupts Silicon Valley's Centralised Model
Insights from Singapore reveal China's AI surge through open-source models, challenging US market dominance and raising questions about Western investment strategies. Discover the global shift.
FEMA Workers Placed Back on Leave After Whistleblower Petition
Fourteen FEMA employees who warned of disaster response risks have been placed back on administrative leave hours after returning to work, in a move labelled 'appalling' by their lawyer.
UK delays China super-embassy decision until January
The UK government has postponed its ruling on China's controversial 'super-embassy' near Tower Bridge to 20 January, aligning with Keir Starmer's planned trip to Beijing. Read the latest on the diplomatic and security implications.
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