HS2 Project Costs Could Exceed £100 Billion, With Slower Train Speeds Planned
The HS2 high-speed rail project's cost could exceed £102.7 billion, with services delayed until 2036-2039.
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Petrol Reaches Highest Price Since Start of Iran War
Unleaded petrol prices have hit 158.52p per litre, the highest since the Iran war, due to Middle East conflict and rising oil costs.
Swinney Defends Food Price Cap Plan Ahead of First Minister Vote
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney is defending his plan to cap food prices in supermarkets, citing the cost of living crisis.
Parents Express Anger as Brixham College Axes Dedicated School Buses
Parents at Brixham College are protesting the axing of dedicated school bus services.
Andy Burnham Commits to Fiscal Rules, Aiming to Stabilize Markets Amid Global Turmoil
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has committed to the UK's fiscal rules, a move that appears to have stabilized markets.
Long Island Rail Road Strike Ends After MTA and Unions Reach Agreement
New York's Long Island Rail Road strike has ended after the MTA and union leaders reached an agreement.
New High Street Crime Unit to Target Gangs Fronting Shops Following BBC Investigation
A new £30 million UK crime unit will target gangs using High Street shops as fronts for illegal activities, following extensive BBC investigations into...
NPR Offers Buyouts Amid Newsroom Overhaul and Funding Shifts
NPR is offering buyouts to approximately 300 newsroom employees as part of a restructuring effort.
Amazon Accused of Withholding Hundreds of Millions in Tariffs to Appease Trump Administration
Amazon is accused in a new class action lawsuit of failing to refund hundreds of millions in tariff costs passed to consumers, allegedly to...
IMF Upgrades UK Growth Forecast to 1% for 2026 Amid Persistent Risks
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded the UK's economic growth forecast for 2026 to 1%, an increase from 0.8%.