Some under-25s should get fewer benefits, Milburn review to say
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

The proposed radical overhaul of the welfare system would move under-25s off the main sickness benefits.

UK economy grows at fastest rate for more than two years, boosted by AI investment
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

The UK economy grew by 0.7% in the three months to September, according to official figures.

Two men found guilty of spying for Iran over plan to target UK-based journalists
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Mostafa Sepahvand and Farhad Javadi Manesh are convicted of engaging in conduct likely to assist Iranian intelligence.

Activist Daniel Thomas admits criminal damage after slashing migrant dinghy in Channel
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

Activist Danny Tommo pleads guilty to criminal damage at Portsmouth Crown Court.

'No light, no water, no heat': Ukrainians struggle with blackouts as Russia hits power grid
Posted on Thursday November 12, 2026

For parents in parts of Ukraine, trying to lead a normal family life with just a few hours of power each day is taking its toll.