Aleppo Evacuations Ordered Amid Syria-Kurdish Clashes
Fierce fighting in Aleppo displaces 140,000 as Syrian army clashes with US-backed Kurdish forces, threatening a wider conflict. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
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Kidman & Urban's £74k Monthly Salaries in Divorce
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's monthly earnings exceed $100k each, as revealed in their divorce papers. The stars have agreed on a detailed custody plan for their two daughters. Read the full financial and legal details.
AI and tech salaries surge as UK hiring slows
New data reveals tech roles, especially in AI, are driving UK salary growth in 2026, with Python developers earning up to £90,000. Discover the widening pay gap.
Salary needed to buy a house in every UK region
Exclusive data reveals the annual income required for a mortgage across the UK. Discover the most and least affordable regions as the housing gap widens.
FTSE 100 bosses outearn average worker in 3 days
New research reveals FTSE 100 CEOs will surpass the typical UK worker's annual pay by Tuesday 6th January 2026. The pay gap highlights stark inequality in how work is valued. Read the full analysis.
Scotland Bank Holiday for World Cup First Match
First Minister John Swinney announces a national bank holiday on Monday 15 June 2026 following Scotland's first World Cup game against Haiti. Celebrate the historic qualification!
Scots get bank holiday for World Cup return
Scottish government employees will get a day off on 15 June 2026 to celebrate Scotland's first World Cup appearance since 1998. Find out if your business will follow suit.
King's Guard soldier reveals public's most annoying habit
A Lance Corporal in the King's Life Guard shares the realities of ceremonial duty, from TikTok pressures to meeting the late Queen. Discover the salary, training, and daily challenges.
Salary needed to buy a house in every London borough
Exclusive data reveals the stark income required to purchase a home across London's boroughs in 2026, from £199,300 in Kensington to £59,600 in Barking.
Emmerdale actor's family upset by Bear's modern slavery story
Joshua Richards opens up on the personal impact of Emmerdale's harrowing modern slavery storyline, revealing his sister found it distressing due to their father's real-life depression.
How to Boost Your Pension Pot in 2026
Financial experts reveal actionable steps to enhance your retirement savings in the new year, from utilising salary sacrifice to tracking down lost pensions.
World's Longest Communist Insurgency Pauses for Christmas
Amid a global surge in conflicts, the Philippines' 56-year guerrilla war observes a rare annual Christmas ceasefire. Explore this tradition and what it reveals about the fraying world order.
Sky News joins Colombian army on border drug gang raid
Sky News joins Colombian troops on a perilous night mission into cartel territory on the Venezuela border, uncovering the scale of the cocaine trade and the growing terror threat. Read the full exclusive report.
Colombia's Night Raids on Drug Gangs at Venezuela Border
Sky News joins Colombian troops on a perilous night mission targeting cartels on the Venezuela border. Discover the industrial-scale labs and the 6-tonne cocaine haul left behind.
NWSL's $1m cap rule to keep stars from Europe moves
The NWSL has unveiled a new 'High Impact Player Rule' allowing clubs to breach the salary cap by $1m to retain stars like Trinity Rodman, amid pushback from the players' union.
Bet365 boss Denise Coates paid over £280m this year
Bet365 chief Denise Coates received a £280m pay package for 2024/25, a major rise despite falling profits. Discover the details of her salary and dividends.
Survivor helps Emmerdale expose modern slavery horrors
A survivor of modern slavery shares his harrowing story, now helping ITV's Emmerdale craft an authentic trafficking storyline. Discover the shocking reality and how the show is raising awareness.
24-Year-Old William Pitt Becomes Prime Minister in 1783
On this day in 1783, King George III appointed 24-year-old William Pitt the Younger as Prime Minister, ending a period of political chaos. Discover how the young leader defied expectations.
Ajax vehicle trials halted after soldier injured
The UK government has suspended all trials of the troubled Ajax armoured vehicle after another soldier reported vibration symptoms. Defence Minister Luke Pollard acted out of 'an abundance of caution'. Read the latest on the delayed £10m programme.
US admits fault in deadly Washington DC air crash
The US government has admitted liability for the January crash near Washington DC that killed 67 people, citing FAA and Army failures. Read the full report on the investigation.
Artist and scholar David Heathcote dies aged 94
Renowned British artist and art historian David Heathcote has passed away at 94. His influential work spanned painting, sculpture, and the preservation of Hausa crafts, with a major collection now at the British Museum.
Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock exhibition in Paris
An exhibition of Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock's work, exploring Brexit, adolescence and working-class memory, runs at the Bibliothèque nationale de France until March 2026.
Budget measures risk thousands for high-earning families
New analysis reveals Labour's Autumn Budget could cost typical high-earning families nearly £280,000 in lost wealth over two decades. Discover the impact of frozen thresholds and pension changes.
US Army Veteran Detained by ICE in Georgia
A US Army veteran and legal permanent resident has been detained by ICE in Georgia, sparking outrage and legal action. Read the full story on the fight to stop his deportation.
Photographer Martin Parr dies aged 73
Martin Parr, the celebrated Magnum photographer famed for his acute observations of British society and class, has died. We look back at his iconic career in pictures.
The UK citizenship test is a 'bad pub quiz'
A Guardian columnist argues the absurdly difficult Life in the UK test, which her French husband is struggling to pass, should focus on modern British culture like Coronation Street and Greggs, not obscure historical facts.
Scotland Face Late-Night World Cup Kick-Offs in USA
Scotland's 2026 World Cup group stage matches against Haiti, Brazil, and Morocco have been scheduled, with UK fans facing 2am and 11pm GMT kick-off times. Get the full fixture details and manager Steve Clarke's reaction.
Germany brings back voluntary military service
Germany has approved a voluntary conscription model, sending forms to young men from January 2025. This move aims to bolster its military amid rising European security concerns. Read the full analysis.
88-year-old veteran gets £1.3m to retire after viral story
An 88-year-old army veteran forced to work five days a week will finally retire after strangers donated over £1.3 million. Read the heartwarming story of community support.
Budget changes to hit millions using salary sacrifice
New HMRC figures reveal over 3 million pension savers will be impacted by salary sacrifice reforms. Discover how the £2,000 cap from 2029 affects your retirement savings.
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