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Rishi Sunak was accused of spending £11 billion on excessive interest payments on government debt.

The director of the National Institute of Economic and Social Research stated that the chancellor's actions left the country with an "enormous bill," while Labour characterized the losses as "astronomical" and accused the government of "playing fast and light" with public finances. According to the National Institute of Economic and...

Boris Johnson attributes a damaging vote of confidence on ‘political opponents’ as the government performs ‘huge remarkable things’

Boris Johnson stated that he was concentrating on helping the country just two days after a vote on the prime minister's leadership by his MPs, in which 41% voted against him. Two days after winning a vote by his MPs, the prime minister entered the House of Commons to cheers,...

Emma Thompson describes the Rwanda plan as “mind-bogglingly insensitive”

The Love Actually actor stated that the government's policies do not reflect "the character of our country" and added, "We cannot become fortresses. "Dame Emma Thompson denounced the plan to deport migrants to Rwanda as "mind-bogglingly insane and inhumane." She suggested that it was unrealistic to attempt to "become fortresses"...

Boris Johnson is planning to reveal housing initiatives as he attempts to rebound from a bruising rebellion.

In the next weeks, the prime minister will pledge measures that will reduce the expenses of food, energy, childcare, transportation, and housing. He will also focus on reversing the decrease in homeownership. During a speech in which he promises hard-pressed British households that "things will get better," Boris Johnson will...

Michael Gove would not run against Boris Johnson again after derailing his 2016 campaign.

Boris Johnson was running to replace David Cameron in 2016, with the support of Michael Gove, but Mr. Gove announced at the last minute that he would also run, destroying Mr. Johnson's chances and altering the UK's direction following the Brexit vote. When asked if he would run against Mr....

A review of the NHS shows “discrimination, bullying, and blame cultures.”

Because "culture and leadership can be the difference between life and death," according to the health secretary, the recommendations must be implemented immediately. After a review uncovered evidence of bullying, discrimination, and a blaming culture, Sajid Javid pledged immediate action to change the management of health and social care. As a...

Ministers are accused of wagering billions on “nothing more than a slogan” in the report on leveling-up funding.

According to a select committee report, the government settled on a set of principles for allocating £1.7bn to several programs only after determining which bids would be successful. In November of 2012, the public accounts committee of the House of Commons deemed "unsatisfactory" how 105 cash prizes were distributed. Despite spending...

After the confidence vote, Boris Johnson wants to focus on tax cuts.

After 148 Conservative MPs voted against him, the prime minister attempted to rally Cabinet colleagues by stating that it was time to "put a line under the topics that our opponents want to discuss." Boris Johnson attempted to put an end to a brutal confidence vote by pushing Cabinet colleagues...

Sajid Javid warns against allowing another confidence vote.

Following Boris Johnson's victory in the confidence vote on Monday, rebel Tory MPs have suggested that the 1922 Committee change its rules to allow another vote within a year. This would allow for another vote, which could result in the PM's removal. Conservative MPs should not change the rules to...

According to rebel MP, Boris Johnson might face another vote of confidence in six months as a committee considers a rule change.

The prime minister has stayed defiant after Conservative MPs voted 211 to 148 in favour of her, giving her a 63-vote majority. While the vote was kept secret, a supporter of Mr Boris Johnson said it was "inevitable" that ministers would vote against him. Tobias Ellwood, who voted against the...

Even though he won the vote of confidence, rebel Conservatives believe that Boris Johnson should reassess his position.

148 MPs voted against Mr Johnson, while 211 stated they still support him as Tory leader, a worse result than when former Prime Minister Theresa May survived the same ballot, despite the fact that she was ousted months later. Boris Johnson just avoided the most serious challenge to his leadership...

As part of the Domestic Abuse Act, non-fatal strangulation offenders might face up to five years in prison.

Strangulation that isn't lethal usually entails someone strangling or obstructing their victim's capacity to breathe in order to dominate or intimidate them. As part of the government's Domestic Abuse Act, it has been deemed a specific offence. Abusers who strangle their partners in an attempt to control or generate terror...

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Study says attractive female looks make males more honest

According to one study, the presence of attractive female faces may influence males to exhibit more honest behavior. Male participants in an experiment cheated less frequently when shown an image of an attractive woman, according to researchers. Female participants, on the other hand, exhibited less honesty when confronted with an identical image.

UK owners reunite with 17-day-lost Australian dog

Milo, a Jack Russell Terrier cross, escaped his handler at Melbourne Airport as he prepared to fly home to Swansea. A canine reported missing in Australia for over two weeks has been returned to his owners in the United Kingdom. Jason Whatnall's partner, Nick Rowlands recently brought their dog Milo to Jason's native state of Victoria, Australia.

Top Israeli military intelligence official resigns on 7 Oct

In a letter of resignation, the head of intelligence for the Israeli military admitted blame for the shortcomings that preceded the October 7 attack by Hamas on Israel. According to the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), Major General Aharon Haliva will retire after his successor is selected. In a letter, he admitted that his intelligence division "fell short of the responsibility placed upon us."

Airline delays due to Liverpool airport power outage

A passenger stated they were stranded on the tarmac for nearly three hours while Liverpool John Lennon Airport attempted to resolve a power disruption. Another passenger reported that a "full Ryanair flight" had been delayed at Dublin Airport since 1.30 pm1.30 pm. A power failure at Liverpool John Lennon Airport halted all aircraft, resulting in potential delays, as passengers were advised.