UK Drops Mandatory Digital ID for Workers
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.
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.
Monzo Bank's app suffered a major outage on Tuesday, disrupting payments and logins for millions. The digital bank is investigating the cause. Read the latest updates.
The 'Are You Dead?' app, costing 99p, notifies your emergency contact if you fail to check in. With 8.4 million living alone in the UK, its popularity is surging. Discover how it works.
Monzo's app suffered a major outage on 13 January 2026, leaving customers with limited functionality. The bank has activated its backup system while engineers work on a fix.
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey signs statement of solidarity with Jerome Powell as US Fed faces criminal inquiry. Read the latest on the threat to central bank independence.
Extreme heat forces route changes at the Tour Down Under, as climate activists target the event's fossil fuel sponsorship. Read the full story on the challenges facing professional cycling.
Go behind the scenes of Industry's intense fourth season. Discover how the BBC-HBO hit became a transatlantic phenomenon, its star-making power, and the new global locations from Ghana to Sunderland.
A man was stabbed twice by his estranged wife after he had their two rescue dogs put down, Norwich Crown Court hears. The 64-year-old woman denies attempted murder.
Hackney Council has approved the final phases of the Woodberry Down regeneration, a 20-year project set to deliver over 3,000 new homes, including affordable housing and new community space. Discover the plans and local reaction.
Starling Bank's new 'Last Digit Widget' encourages daily balance checks, potentially saving users £1,600 annually. Learn how a simple habit boosts savings and spots wasteful payments.
The complete list of 2026 UK bank holidays has been confirmed, including a Boxing Day switch. Discover the dates and expert strategies to maximise your annual leave for extended breaks.
A major restructuring at the UK's defence science lab at Porton Down has crippled morale and disrupted critical research, a senior whistleblower reveals. Discover the impact on national security.
Allica Bank offers a business account paying competitive interest and cashback. Firms holding £250k could earn close to £10,000 in 2026. Discover how to make your cash work harder.
Essential guide to 2026 boarding pass policies for major UK airlines. Avoid fees up to £55. Learn digital vs paper rules for Ryanair, EasyJet, TUI & British Airways.
Our travel expert tests a winter weekend at Feather Down's off-grid glamping site in Sussex. Find out if the rustic charm is worth the lack of modern conveniences.
Broadcaster ITV finalises a £3m investment into Joe Wicks' The Body Coach app. The deal includes major advertising across ITV channels, launching New Year's Day. Explore the partnership and its context.
Thieves executed a spectacular bank heist in Germany, drilling into a vault and stealing £30 million in gold and valuables. Discover the details of the raid and the aftermath for thousands of customers.
A gang drilled into a German savings bank vault over Christmas, stealing valuables worth tens of millions from safety deposit boxes. Get the latest on the major heist in Gelsenkirchen.
As the 2026 New Year Honours approach, we look at the A-listers who refused or handed back awards from the Royal Family, from David Bowie to Michael Sheen. Discover their reasons.
A third of UK businesses plan AI investment in 2026, but more firms prioritise staff training, highlighting a critical skills shortage. Read the full analysis.
Plan your last-minute banking. Most UK high street banks will close early on New Year's Eve and remain shut on the New Year's Day bank holiday. Check your branch times here.
After the loss of her mother, a writer discovers a softer, more receptive approach to the festive period through Buddhist principles and 'growing down'. Explore how to find balance and savour small delights.
After years of closures, UK banks are reopening branches in a mini high street revival. Nationwide's pledge to keep 696 sites open until 2030 offers relief to customers like those in Northampton.
The Merlin Bird ID app, using AI to identify birdsong, has seen an 88% surge in UK users. Discover how it's connecting people to nature and boosting mental wellbeing.
Discover the traditional date for taking down your Christmas tree to avoid bad luck, plus why modern habits are changing. Find out the facts about Twelfth Night and Epiphany.
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 Guardian's Down to Earth newsletter outlines its 2026 focus: rigorous product testing to help UK readers make sustainable, long-lasting purchases and cut waste. Subscribe for weekly insights.
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.
The beloved Glasgow sitcom Two Doors Down returns for a festive special on BBC One and iPlayer. Read our review of the chaotic neighbourhood Christmas gathering.
From Boxing Day to mid-January, Brits reveal their festive pack-up rituals. Discover expert storage tips and the traditions behind the perfect take-down date.