Premier League clubs pay £1.2bn to injured players
A new report shows Premier League clubs spent over £1bn on wages for injured stars in five years. Discover the clubs hit hardest and the financial impact of the injury crisis.
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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.
Fuel prices fail to drop despite falling oil costs
UK drivers are being denied savings at the pump as petrol prices barely budge despite a significant fall in wholesale oil prices. Experts urge retailers to pass on the cuts.
Renewable grid could cut power costs by a third, CSIRO finds
New CSIRO modelling reveals an 82% renewable electricity grid could be a third cheaper than current wholesale costs by 2030, challenging claims of soaring energy prices. Explore the future of clean power.
London cemetery fees to rise by up to 165%
Westminster City Council announces steep increases in burial and cremation fees at two cemeteries, with some costs jumping by 165%. Discover the full breakdown of council charge hikes.
Tories pledge to scrap 2030 petrol and diesel car ban
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch promises to ditch the 2030 ZEV mandate if elected. We examine the policy's impact on drivers, manufacturers, and the UK's net zero goals.
Soaring specialist fees create 'impossible choices' for patients
Rising out-of-pocket costs for specialist care are pushing Australians into financial hardship. Experts warn of a 'system without guardrails' and call for urgent government action on fee transparency and affordability.
Canada's Oil Pipeline Plan Sparks Coastal Catastrophe Fears
First Nations in British Columbia fear a proposed oil pipeline and lifted tanker ban could lead to a devastating spill, echoing a 2016 diesel disaster that still scars their community and ecosystem. Read their urgent warning.
2026 Car Tax Bands Announced: Check Your New Rate
Drivers face new Vehicle Excise Duty hikes from April 2026. See the full list of petrol and diesel car tax bands and find out exactly how much more you'll pay.
BP cuts staff benefits despite living wage rise
BP is removing paid rest breaks and most bank holiday premiums for 5,400 UK forecourt workers, offsetting a planned living wage increase. Read the full details.
Michael Caine retires for fourth time at 92
Legendary actor Michael Caine, 92, appears to retire for a fourth time while accepting a lifetime achievement award at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia.
Why falling oil prices aren't cutting UK fuel costs
UK drivers face stubbornly high petrol and diesel prices despite a drop in oil costs. We examine the refinery crisis, retailer margins, and the CMA's upcoming report.
Why UK fuel prices remain high as oil costs fall
UK drivers face stubbornly high petrol and diesel costs despite a drop in oil prices. We examine the clash between retailers, regulators, and campaigners over alleged profiteering and complex supply chains.
Why UK petrol prices remain high as oil costs fall
As oil prices drop, UK drivers still face high fuel costs. We examine the clash between retailers, regulators, and campaigners over pump prices and profiteering claims.
Why UK petrol prices remain high despite falling oil costs
UK drivers face stubbornly high fuel prices despite a drop in oil costs. We examine the clash between retailers and regulators, and when a new price transparency scheme might help.
The Crunch: Victorian Voting, AI Costs, Gen Z Sex Lives
This week's data digest explores Victoria's voting reform, the staggering revenue needed for AI, climate's impact on US insurance, and insights into Gen Z's intimate lives. Sign up for The Crunch.
Govt acts on baby formula costs to save parents £500 a year
Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces new measures to help families choose affordable, regulated baby formula, saving up to £500 annually. Part of a wider strategy to tackle child poverty.
Unemployment Rises Every Month Under Labour
UK unemployment has climbed to 5%, rising monthly since Labour took power. Youth and retail sectors are hardest hit. Read our analysis of the policy impact.
Bruce Lehrmann's Defamation Case Collapses
Bruce Lehrmann's failed defamation case against Channel Ten serves as a stark warning for litigants. Discover the key legal lessons from this high-profile collapse.
Hotel Profits Fall as Costs Rise in UK and London
UK hotels face a profit squeeze as rising costs outpace increased demand and room rates. Experts warn of challenges from wage hikes and frozen tax thresholds. Read the full analysis.
Anika Wells defends $1.2m UN General Assembly visit cost
Australian Minister Anika Wells faces questions over the $1.2 million cost of her delegation's UN trip. She defends the expenditure as vital for global engagement. Read the full defence.
Ofsted: Profit motive 'bending' children's care system
Ofsted warns children's home providers are prioritising profit, creating a 'national scandal'. Costs soar to £30,000 a week in unregistered homes, while placements fail to match regional need.
China's Volvo and Polestar hit by EU 2035 petrol car ban
The EU's 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars creates a significant challenge for Chinese-owned Volvo and Polestar. Discover the strategic shifts and potential tariffs impacting these Swedish brands.
Report: London could cut transport project costs by half
A London Assembly report reveals adopting European planning methods could slash infrastructure costs by 50%, reviving stalled projects like Crossrail 2 and the Bakerloo Line extension.
Clubs Face £56m Policing Bill in Home Office Review
Premier League clubs and major sports bodies fear multi-million pound increases in policing costs as the Home Office launches a funding review. Could taxpayers be off the hook?
Wetherspoons boss pledges maximum 20p breakfast price hike
JD Wetherspoon chairman Tim Martin has promised a breakfast price rise of no more than 20p next year, despite soaring sector costs. Discover the full impact of the Autumn Budget on UK hospitality.
Campaign to end 'driveway discrimination' for EV owners
Experts demand new rules to equalise VAT on electric vehicle charging, ending the penalty for those without private driveways. Discover the push for fairer EV costs.
Democrat wins Virginia seat on data centre platform
John McAuliff's victory in a traditionally Republican Virginia district, focusing on data centres' impact on energy bills, offers a blueprint for Democratic campaigns. Discover how local issues trumped national politics.
Electric car owners face £49 monthly cost increase
Millions of electric vehicle owners will pay extra £49 monthly from January as Ofgem raises energy price cap. Learn how to reduce charging costs.
Taxpayers Subsidise Rising Specialist Fees in NHS
British taxpayers are subsidising rising specialist fees as Medicare-style gaps emerge in NHS funding. Discover how healthcare costs are shifting to patients.
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