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Tower of London protest: four arrested after crown jewels incident
The Tower of London was forced to close after activists threw custard and apple crumble at the Crown Jewels display. Four people were arrested in the protest against inequality. Read the full story.
Food thrown at Crown Jewels display in London protest
The Tower of London was forced to close after activists threw custard and apple crumble at the Crown Jewels display case. Four people were arrested in the protest against inequality. Read the full story.
Labour's strategy aims to lift 550,000 children from poverty
Labour's new child poverty strategy targets lifting 550,000 children above the poverty line by 2030, tackling the stark reality that most poor children now live in working families. Discover the plan's key measures.
US Heatwave Deaths Expose Climate Inequality
Investigative reporting from Arizona reveals how America's failure to count heat fatalities and dismantled climate policies leave vulnerable communities at risk. Read the full story.
USDA spends $1 on local farms vs $1,054 on industrial
A stark funding disparity sees US small farmers struggling as government subsidies overwhelmingly favour industrial agriculture, undermining local food security and resilience.
Wealth Tax Protesters Dump Manure at The Ritz Christmas Tree
Activists from Take Back Power dumped manure under The Ritz's Christmas tree in a protest against inequality. They demand a 'House of the People' to tax extreme wealth. Read the full story.
Is a six-figure income now considered poor in the US?
A viral essay argues the US poverty line for a family of four is $136,500, sparking debate on the true cost of living. Read the analysis and join the conversation.
Migraine care inequalities exposed in UK ethnic survey
A new UK survey finds people from ethnic minority backgrounds face poorer migraine care and fear discrimination. The Migraine Trust calls for urgent action to address systemic inequalities.
Mansion Tax Row: Wealthy Outcry vs Real Housing Woes
Rachel Reeves' new 'mansion tax' sparks fury among affluent homeowners, but where is the outrage for families facing genuine housing injustice across the UK?
London's Hidden Christmas Market Feels Like Europe
Discover a hidden London Christmas market that offers a magical, European-style festive experience. Find unique gifts, mulled wine, and authentic charm away from the crowds.
Top London Gigs This December 2025: Tickets Still Available
Ditch the festive fatigue with our guide to the best live music in London this December. From Wolf Alice at The O2 to Sudan Archives at the Roundhouse, discover the gigs worth braving the cold for.
Grimsby's 'Posh-Poor' Wall Highlights England's Inequality Divide
A Guardian analysis reveals a sharp rise in areas where extreme wealth and deprivation exist side-by-side in England, with a stark metal barrier in Grimsby becoming a physical symbol of the divide.
New study reveals severe mental health crisis in young people
A disturbing new study underscores a growing mental health emergency among young people in the UK. We examine the findings and list vital support helplines. Reach out if you need help.
Peacock's Poem Exposes 19th Century Class Hypocrisy
Explore Thomas Love Peacock's satirical poem Rich or Poor, a sharp critique of Victorian class inequality and religious hypocrisy that remains strikingly relevant to modern Britain.
Nobel winner Stiglitz declares global inequality emergency
Nobel laureate Joseph Stiglitz warns rising inequality destabilises nations. His G20 blueprint offers economic renewal through tax reform and climate action. Read the urgent call.
London's Best Christmas Carol Services 2025
Discover the top Christmas carol services in London for 2025. From free concerts at St Paul's to candlelit events at the Royal Albert Hall, find your perfect festive outing.
Migration Debate Fuels Racism Amid Economic Inequality
Australia's race discrimination commissioner warns against scapegoating migrants for economic problems. True leadership requires tackling systemic inequality for all residents.
Halifax Demands Focus on North in Budget
As the Chancellor prepares the budget, people in Halifax voice their priorities: investing in northern towns, tackling wealth inequality, and supporting the night-time economy.
Halifax demands change ahead of budget
Ahead of the budget, Halifax residents voice their fears and priorities, from wealth inequality to small business support. Discover what the chancellor must address.
Campaigners demand wealth tax on super-rich in UK
Coalition including Tax Justice UK delivers petition calling for wealth tax on billionaires. Could new taxes raise £60bn annually to address Britain's growing inequality crisis?
China's Poverty Strategy Outperforms US Approach
New research reveals China's systematic poverty reduction has dramatically cut extreme poverty while US inequality widens. Discover the contrasting approaches shaping global economic futures.
US-South Africa Row Mars G20 Summit Opening
Tensions between the US and South Africa overshadow the G20 summit in Johannesburg. Keir Starmer attends as a row over US participation and global inequality takes centre stage. Read the full analysis.
The Privilege of Being Born in 1948 Britain
Readers reflect on the profound impact of Clement Attlee's post-war government and why today's youth need equivalent visionary leadership to address modern inequalities.
Wealth Tax Limitations in Tackling UK Inequality
Examining why a 1% wealth tax on the super-rich falls short of addressing Britain's deep-rooted inequality problems. Discover what structural changes are truly needed for economic fairness.
Billionaire's Dating Advice Sparks Population Debate
Hedge fund billionaire Bill Ackman's viral pickup line 'May I meet you?' claims to solve population decline. Critics argue addressing social inequality would prove more effective than billionaire dating tips.
Social Mobility Debate: Job Respect vs Class Escape
Academic Mary Evans challenges the UK's social mobility obsession, arguing we should focus on making all jobs respected and viable rather than creating more competition.
Meritocracy Myth: Why Luck Matters in Success
Julian Richer argues that recognising luck's role in success could tackle Britain's record wealth gap and make society fairer for all. Join the conversation.
Tory and Labour Voter Find Unexpected Common Ground
A Conservative and lifelong Labour supporter discovered shared political frustrations over dinner in Nottingham. Both praised the Greens' Zack Polanski and criticised wealth inequality and tech oligarchs.
Govt to reconsider Waspi women compensation
The government will review its decision not to compensate 3.6 million Waspi women after new evidence from 2007 emerged. Will they finally get justice?
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