Digital ID for work checks no longer mandatory
The government has revised its digital ID scheme, dropping the mandatory requirement for proving the right to work. Explore the policy shift and political reactions.
The government has revised its digital ID scheme, dropping the mandatory requirement for proving the right to work. Explore the policy shift and political reactions.
The UK government has reversed its plan to make digital ID cards compulsory for proving the right to work. Learn what this U-turn means for employers and employees.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer abandons mandatory digital ID cards for UK workers after backlash. The scheme, now optional from 2029, aims to ease verification. Read the latest.
Harvey Barnes scores the latest ever Premier League goal in a chaotic round of fixtures featuring Everton red cards, Spurs heartbreak, and tributes to legends Terry Yorath and Martin Chivers. Sign up for more football news.
Two men arrested after a high-value Pokémon card heist in Retford. Police recovered the stolen goods but a rare card worth over £1,000 was left behind. Read the full story.
Imran Ahmed, founder of the Center for Countering Digital Hate, accuses tech firms of 'sociopathic greed' after being barred from the US. Exclusive details on the legal battle.
The European Commission vows a decisive reaction after the US imposed 'unjustified' visa bans on five Europeans involved in online content regulation. Read the latest on the escalating transatlantic row.
Emmanuel Macron and the EU condemn US visa bans targeting European architects of digital regulations, accusing Washington of 'coercion and intimidation' in a major transatlantic rift. Read the full story.
Forgotten childhood toys from the 80s and 90s, like original Furbies, Pokémon cards, and vintage Barbies, are now highly valuable collectables. Discover which festive presents could boost your bank balance.
The live auction app Whatnot, valued at $11.5bn, is booming. But its gamified sales and popularity with scalpers are creating artificial scarcity for toys and fuelling dangerous spending habits.
Financial gifts can be the most impactful Christmas presents for children. Discover how to give cash, from Junior SIPPs for babies to prepaid cards for teens, and potentially grow your gift tenfold.
A major security alert at the Houses of Parliament was triggered by a box of undelivered Christmas cards for minister Miatta Fahnbulleh. Bomb disposal robots were deployed before the all-clear was given.
A major security alert near Parliament was triggered by a box of Christmas cards, causing widespread disruption. Read the full details of the incident and police response.
A box of unsent Christmas cards from MP Miatta Fahnbulleh triggered a major security alert at Parliament, deploying a bomb disposal robot and shutting down the area. Read the full story.
Arsenal are set for a hefty FA fine after receiving six yellow cards in their fiery 1-1 draw with 10-man Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Discover the disciplinary details and manager reactions.
Migrants from 19 'countries of concern' could have US green cards revoked under a new Trump administration review. Discover the full list and implications.
From Idrissa Gueye's slap to Lee Bowyer's brawl, we explore the shocking history of players attacking their own teammates during matches. Discover the most infamous on-pitch fights.
Australia's government pushes ahead with controversial social media ban for under-16s, but experts question whether it will deliver promised protections.
Britain has cheerfully submitted to US tech dominance, selling key AI assets and becoming dependent on American digital infrastructure. Discover why this costs the UK dearly.
Explore how YouTube transformed from video platform to cultural backdrop for millions, creating new content forms and fragmenting viewing habits across generations.
IDC Ventures files High Court petition to block Curve's £125m sale to Lloyds, alleging governance failures wiped out £670m shareholder value. Read the latest developments.
Black Friday 2025 sees unprecedented PlayStation 5 discounts, with PS5 Digital Edition bundles dropping below £300. Discover the best deals from Amazon, Very, and AO before stocks run out.
Digital avatar Xania Monet reaches 17 million streams and lands $3m deal, sparking debate about AI's role in music creation and the future of human artistry in the industry.
Portugal's aviation authority orders Ryanair to accept printed boarding passes, challenging the airline's new digital-only policy and protecting passenger rights.
Discover 15 screen-free Christmas gifts from Polaroid cameras to poetry diaries that help reclaim attention spans from digital addiction. Perfect for UK shoppers seeking analogue alternatives.
The European Commission faces criticism over plans to streamline GDPR and delay AI Act implementation, aiming to save businesses €5bn by 2029. Read the full analysis.
Lloyds Banking Group acquires London fintech Curve in a major move to boost its digital offerings and compete with neobanks. Deal expected to complete in 2026.
TikTok is launching a new feature allowing users to reduce AI-generated videos on their feeds. The platform hosts over 1bn AI videos. Learn how to manage your content preferences.
Discover why your social media is becoming a 'hellish stream of AI slop' and how trying to spot fakes makes the problem worse. Learn to navigate the hyperreality.
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