Paddy Power Betfair fined £2m by Gambling Commission
The Gambling Commission has issued a £2m penalty to Paddy Power Betfair for serious social responsibility failures. Discover the details of the case and the regulator's warning.
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The West End button shop that served the Queen
Explore Maureen Rose's unique London haberdashery, a treasure trove of buttons that has served royalty and stars for over 50 years. Discover its fascinating history.
Man City Premier League Case Set to Drag On Beyond Season
Manchester City's Premier League financial rules hearing will see a verdict in stages, with any potential sanctions delayed. The complex case may not conclude until after the season ends.
UK probes foreign election interference after bribery case
The UK government has ordered an independent review into foreign financial interference in politics following the jailing of a former Reform UK leader for pro-Russia bribes. Experts warn the system is full of holes.
EU softens 2035 petrol and diesel car ban after pressure
The EU confirms a diluted 2035 zero-emissions target for cars, allowing 10% to be hybrids or combustion engines. A win for German and Italian carmakers facing Chinese EV competition.
UK inquiry into foreign financial interference in politics
An independent review into foreign financial influence on UK politics is announced after a former Reform UK politician was jailed for taking Russian bribes. Learn how the government plans to protect democracy.
Ben & Jerry's directors removed in Magnum dispute
Ben & Jerry's co-founder accuses new owner Magnum of trying to 'silence' the brand's social mission after the chair and two directors are removed from the independent board.
Corrections: Christchurch Date, EHRC Scope Clarified
The Guardian has corrected the date of the Christchurch mosque massacre and clarified the remit of the Equality and Human Rights Commission. Read the full list of recent amendments and how to submit a complaint.
Oxfam GB chief executive removed by board over trust issues
Oxfam GB's board has removed chief executive Dr Halima Begum following an independent review that identified serious leadership and behavioural issues. Read the full story on the charity's leadership crisis.
Minister's $8,500 Family Travel to AFL Finals Sparks Inquiry Demands
Communications Minister Anika Wells faces scrutiny over $8,500 in family travel expenses for AFL grand finals. The opposition demands an independent inquiry into the claims.
System failed to stop Queensland childcare predator
A damning report reveals a Queensland childcare worker's predatory abuse could have been halted on five separate occasions by authorities. Read the full investigation.
Farage urged to apologise for school racism claims
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces calls to apologise for alleged racist and antisemitic behaviour at school from the outgoing head of the Equality and Human Rights Commission.
31 Reforms Proposed for Victoria's Anti-Corruption Watchdog
A parliamentary committee calls for a major overhaul of Victoria's IBAC, including a broader definition of corrupt conduct and stronger oversight of police. Read the key recommendations.
M5 Tragedy: Teen Tasered Before Being Hit by Car
Logan Smith, 18, died after leaving an ambulance on the M5 near Weston-super-Mare. The IOPC is investigating police Taser use prior to the fatal incident. Read the full report.
Football Regulator to Investigate Bad Owners from Next Week
The new Independent Football Regulator will begin investigating unsuitable club owners from 12 December, with powers to remove them. New era for football governance begins.
Meet Reform UK's Record £9m Donor Christopher Harborne
Christopher Harborne, a UK-born businessman living in Thailand, has made the largest single donation from a living person in UK political history to Reform UK. Discover his story and political funding.
Historic London cinema faces closure after council blocks plan
East London's 150-year-old Genesis Cinema could be lost forever after Tower Hamlets Council rejected a plan to build student flats above it, the only solution the owner says can save it. Read the full story.
Record £9m Donation to Reform UK from Ex-Tory Donor
Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, has secured a historic £9 million donation from former Conservative supporter Christopher Harborne. Explore the implications for UK politics ahead of the 2026 elections.
FCA lifts motor finance complaints pause ahead of schedule
The City watchdog has ended the freeze on motor finance complaints earlier than planned. Discover the new deadlines and the multi-billion pound implications for lenders and consumers.
Trump's drug boat strikes face war crime probe and legal complaint
A deadly US strike on a suspected drug vessel triggers bipartisan anger and a war crime investigation. The family of a Colombian victim files the first formal complaint. Explore the escalating fallout.
Colombian family files complaint over US airstrike killing
The parents of a Colombian fisherman killed in a US airstrike have filed a formal human rights complaint. Exclusive details on the first legal challenge to Trump's anti-drug boat bombings.
Australia's social media ban for under-16s set to widen
Australia's pioneering under-16s social media ban begins 10 Dec, with more platforms like Lemon8 to be added. Minister Anika Wells admits a 'sieve' effect but vows fines up to $50m.
Hong Kong fire kills 151, sparks inquiry and political scrutiny
Hong Kong's leader John Lee announces an independent probe into the Wang Fuk Court fire that killed 151 people. Analysis reveals a narrowing gulf with mainland China's response to disasters.
Teen killed on M5 after leaving ambulance
An 18-year-old died after being struck by a car on the M5 in Somerset. He had left an ambulance where paramedics were treating him. The incident is under independent investigation.
Report: UK Gas Security Risk Buried in Budget
A new report reveals a critical risk to UK gas security was omitted from Budget Day documents. Experts warn of potential supply shocks. Read the full analysis.
F1 Ground Effect Co-Inventor Peter Wright Dies Aged 79
Peter Wright, the engineer who co-created F1's revolutionary 'ground effect' chassis for Lotus, has died. His later safety work saved countless lives. Read his remarkable story.
Morden gets £30m for town centre regeneration
Merton Council pledges £30m to regenerate Morden town centre, aiming for independent shops and a daytime café culture after years of delays. Read the full story.
Cheat Sheet: Reeves Tax Defence, HIV Plan, Film Award Win
Get the day's top stories in 10 minutes: Starmer backs Reeves over tax claims, a £170m HIV action plan, and Pillion's film award triumph. Listen now on Spotify.
British Independent Film Awards 2025 Winners Revealed
Discover all the winners from the 2025 British Independent Film Awards ceremony in London, including Pillion's four victories and special honours for Emily Watson and Warp Films.
Independent Founder Andreas Whittam Smith Dies at 88
Sir Andreas Whittam Smith, founding editor of The Independent newspaper, has died aged 88. Discover how he revolutionised British journalism and his lasting legacy.
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