UK retail sales fall unexpectedly in October
UK retail sales fell 1.1% in October as consumers delayed purchases ahead of Black Friday. Clothing stores saw the biggest decline. Discover the full impact.
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US Adds 119,000 Jobs in Delayed September Report
The delayed US jobs report reveals 119,000 jobs added in September, beating forecasts. Unemployment holds at 4.4%. Discover the full economic impact.
UK Net Migration Falls to 345,000
New ONS data reveals a sharp decline in UK net migration to 345,000. Explore the economic consequences and the political debate detached from these new facts.
Guardian corrects knife crime statistics error
The Guardian issues a correction on knife crime figures, revealing London saw a 0% change while Dorset fell 13%. Explore the full corrections list and how to submit complaints.
How Guardian's Ashes Top 100 Votes Were Cast
Exclusive breakdown reveals how cricket experts voted in The Guardian's definitive Ashes Top 100 list. Discover the voting patterns and methodology behind the rankings.
Ndiaye's skill and football's tough odds for amateurs
Sheffield United's Iliman Ndiaye showcases Harlem Globetrotters-level skill in training as we examine the slim chances for academy rejects making it pro. Discover the inspiring stories against the odds.
ONS cuts reports by 10% to improve data reliability
UK statistics agency announces major overhaul to prioritise core data quality after Treasury concerns. 10% reduction in reports planned for 2026 to address reliability issues.
London rough sleepers drop for first time in 3 years
London records its first annual decrease in rough sleepers since 2022, with a 1% drop and 10% fewer new cases. Discover the data and expert calls for sustained funding to continue this progress.
Youth Unemployment Crisis Hits UK Economy
UK unemployment reaches 5% with youth bearing the brunt. Analysis of economic factors, AI impact, and potential solutions ahead of crucial budget.
Tobacco industry lobbying blocks health tax rises
New report reveals how tobacco companies influence governments to keep taxes low, costing billions in lost revenue and millions of lives annually. Time for change.
Wealthy London borough has highest prison rate
Exclusive analysis reveals how London's wealthiest borough has become the capital's most troubling prison pipeline, with residents 70% more likely to be incarcerated than the national average.
Sydney Tobacco Stores Shut in Historic Health Crackdown
Historic crackdown sees Sydney tobacco retailers shut their doors as New South Wales implements world-leading anti-smoking legislation targeting community health.
Maldives bans smoking for post-2007 generation
The Maldives introduces a groundbreaking tobacco ban prohibiting anyone born after 2007 from ever purchasing cigarettes, creating a 'smoke-free generation' in the island paradise.
London homicides hit lowest level in decade
New crime statistics reveal London has experienced its lowest homicide rate in years, with knife crime and youth violence showing significant decreases across the capital.
Maldives enforces world-first generational smoking ban
The Maldives has implemented a groundbreaking lifetime ban preventing anyone born after 2007 from ever buying tobacco products, creating the world's first 'smoke-free generation'.
North London's Gambling Shop Epidemic Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals North London boroughs are saturated with betting shops, with some areas having more gambling venues than pharmacies and libraries combined.
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