BoE Slashes Bank Capital Rules as Global Risks Rise
The Bank of England warns of heightened global financial stability risks while easing capital requirements for UK lenders to 13%. Read the full analysis of the FPC's latest report.
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BoE Cuts Bank Capital Buffer Amid Heightened Risk Warning
The Bank of England has trimmed capital requirements for UK banks to boost lending, while its stability report warns of increased risks from AI valuations and geopolitics. Read the full analysis.
Bank of England to loosen capital rules for UK banks
The Bank of England plans to lower capital requirements for major UK lenders, aiming to boost loans to households and firms. Stress tests show top banks can withstand a severe downturn.
Inside the 2025 White House Christmas decorations
First Lady Melania Trump reveals this year's White House Christmas theme, featuring a Lego portrait, a gingerbread house, and tributes to Gold Star families. Discover all the festive details.
Schoolies Week 2025: Teen Rite of Passage Evolves
Explore how Schoolies Week 2025 on Australia's Gold Coast blends hedonistic celebration with enhanced safety measures, from skullets to safe sex messaging. Discover the changing culture of this teen tradition.
Mercury Poisoning Fears for Brazil's Indigenous Women
Munduruku women in the Brazilian Amazon face miscarriages and infertility due to mercury poisoning from illegal gold mining. Discover their fight for survival.
Munduruku women fear pregnancy from mercury poisoning
Indigenous Munduruku women in Brazil face miscarriages and neurological damage from mercury contamination linked to illegal gold mining. Discover their fight for survival.
GB Olympic hockey hero Imran Sherwani dies aged 63
Great Britain mourns Imran Sherwani, the hockey legend who scored twice in the 1988 Olympic final. His family continues raising Alzheimer's awareness. Read his incredible story.
Hospital cleaners and porters protest over low pay
Outsourced staff at a South London hospital demonstrate for better wages, with many relying on food banks. Union threatens strike action if demands are not met.
Banks face £16m hike in Financial Ombudsman fees
UK banks face an £86m Financial Ombudsman Service levy as Treasury reforms cost £8m. Motor finance cases to surge 300% under new crackdown. Discover how this affects financial services.
Michael Kors Watch: Save 36% on Rose Gold Pyper
Struggling to find the perfect gift? This stunning Michael Kors Pyper watch in rose gold is now £87.60 on Amazon, down from £139. A luxurious yet affordable present.
Amigo Loans pivots from lending to gold mining
Amigo Loans shareholders could see golden returns as the company transforms from failed lender to mining venture under Australian leadership. Discover the dramatic turnaround story.
The Changing Man and Victtorino Target Newbury Gold
Willie Mullins targets British racing as The Changing Man and Victtorino lead the charge for the Coral Gold Cup at Newbury. Get the latest tips and betting analysis.
ABN Amro Announces 5200 Job Cuts Over Three Years
Dutch banking giant ABN Amro reveals plans to cut 15% of workforce in strategic overhaul. Discover how this impacts European banking sector and what's next.
BHP walks away from Anglo American takeover bid
Mining giant BHP has abandoned its latest attempt to acquire rival Anglo American, following a rejected approach. The failed bid reshapes the mining sector's consolidation landscape. Read the full analysis.
Sea World Helicopter Crash Footage Shown at Inquest
Disturbing footage reveals final moments before fatal Sea World helicopter collision that killed four people on Gold Coast. Watch the investigation unfold.
Titanic watch sells for record £1.78m
A gold pocket watch owned by Isidor and Ida Straus, who died on the Titanic, has sold for a record-breaking £1.78m, becoming the most expensive piece of Titanic memorabilia ever sold.
Warm Banks Return as UK Faces Winter Energy Crisis
As Arctic temperatures hit the UK and energy bills rise, thousands seek refuge in community warm spaces. Share your experience with the warm bank phenomenon.
Top 6 Bank Accounts for Your Money in 2025 Revealed
New Which? research shows bank loyalty rarely pays. Discover the 6 top-rated current accounts for 2025 to maximise cashback, perks, and rewards. Switch and save today!
FSCS Protection Increases to £120,000 Next Month
UK savers gain enhanced financial security as FSCS protection limit jumps 41% to £120,000 starting 1st December. Discover how this affects your savings strategy.
Investment Banks Push Deeper Into Nordic Markets
Major investment banks including Barclays and BNP Paribas are expanding their Nordic operations, hiring senior bankers and targeting lucrative M&A deals in the region's thriving markets.
Paralympic gold medallist Paige Greco dies aged 28
Australian para-cyclist and Paralympic champion Paige Greco has passed away at 28 following a sudden medical episode. Remember her incredible legacy.
Paralympic gold medallist Paige Greco dies aged 28
Australian Paralympic champion Paige Greco, who won gold in Tokyo, has died suddenly aged 28. The cycling world mourns the loss of an extraordinary athlete.
Panic Attack's Gold Cup Win Boosts Skelton Title Hopes
Dan Skelton's Panic Attack claims Paddy Power Gold Cup in stunning 4-length victory over favourite Vicenzo, delivering £91,000 prize and major boost to trainer's championship ambitions.
Enfield Council's £1.2bn Debt Crisis
An auditor has issued statutory recommendations to Enfield Council to de-risk its £1.286bn debt, warning that its financial reserves have fallen below a safe threshold. Discover the full story.
Bowen's Never-Say-Die Cheltenham Win on Wade Out
Sean Bowen channels Tony McCoy's spirit in a stunning Cheltenham comeback on Wade Out. Get the full story on this epic National Hunt victory and Saturday's racing tips.
Lloyds and Natwest shares fall in budget fears sell-off
Lloyds and Natwest led FTSE 100 falls as UK bank stocks dropped over 2%. Discover the budget fears sparking this sell-off and what analysts say comes next.
Moelis Considers Nordic Banking Launch Amid Talent War
US investment bank Moelis & Co explores Nordic expansion as financial institutions compete fiercely for top banking talent across European markets.
Odey places gold investment firm into liquidation
Disgraced financier Crispin Odey winds up Tri-Star Resources, his gold investment firm, citing serious concerns over its Omani project's viability. Discover the full story.
Trump targets obese visa applicants in health crackdown
The Trump administration plans to deny visas to overweight applicants and those with chronic health conditions. New policy aims to reduce burden on American taxpayers.
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