3 h. ago One million young people will soon not be in education or employment for first time in a decade

The number of so-called ‘Neets’ has risen by nearly 200,000 over the past two years

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3 h. ago Estimated 4m people in England and Wales ‘are trapped in a negative budget’

Citizens Advice estimated that in 2025/26, more than half a million people could be at risk of an unexpected shock pushing them into the red.

Politics

3 h. ago Swinney insulting intelligence of Scottish people on independence, says Starmer

The First Minister said this month that Sir Keir Starmer would have to resign if his party wins the majority it seeks at the Holyrood election.

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41 h. ago Historic town founded by Black Colombians fleeing slavery eyes second ‘independence’

San Basilio de Palenque calls itself ‘the first free Black territory in the Americas’ – a referendum next month could win its own local governmentThe Caribbean Colombian village that proudly calls itself “the first free Black territory in the Americas” is on the verge of freeing itself once again – not from the Spanish crown, as it did in the early 18th century, but from local government control.Just over 300 years after Spain recognised San Basilio de Palenque as a slavery-free territory, residents of the community, just 30 miles away from the touristic hub of Cartagena, are set to vote on finally becoming an independent town.Young people rehearse their musical performance for the night of the Drum festival in San Basilio de Palenque Continue reading...

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2 d. ago 'Filipino Towns' around the US preserve history and raise community's visibility

Filipinos set foot on the North American continent for the first time over four centuries ago, and Filipino Americans are still on a quest to make a cultural footprint

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3 d. ago ‘Holy grail’ blood test for more than 50 cancers delivers ‘exciting’ results

The Galleri test identifies DNA in the bloodstream that has been shed by cancer cells, giving the earliest signs somebody may have the disease.

Events

3 d. ago Mobility scooter users warned over 'ignored' DVLA rules that could see them fined

The number of people depending on mobility scooters to maintain their independence continues to grow, but many users may be operating vehicles that are unlawful on public roads

Events

3 d. ago Author Lauren Child: ‘People send me pictures of their Charlie and Lola tattoos’

The Charlie and Lola writer and illustrator talks to Lisa Salmon about 25 years of the phenomenally successful children’s books and TV series.

Culture

4 d. ago Banks missing opportunities to ‘break spell’ of romance scams, says regulator

The FCA said it recognised the challenge banks and payment firms faced combating ‘this complex crime’.

Events

4 d. ago Alaska works to rescue storm victims by helicopter and plane in historic airlift

Officials say one of the “most significant” airlifts in Alaskan history is underway following a devastating typhoon

Events

4 d. ago Police fire tear gas at thousands of mourners at former Kenyan PM Raila Odinga's public viewing

Police in Kenya have fired tear gas canisters at thousands of mourners who had turned out for a public viewing of the body of influential African politician and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, one day after he died in India

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4 d. ago Career experts say asking for a raise isn't off the table in a tough job market

The U.S. is experiencing a significant hiring slowdown

Politics

4 d. ago US developer builds homes for displaced Ukrainians, offering hope despite war and crisis

As Ukraine’s war displaces millions, one privately funded housing project is giving families a rare sense of stability

Events

5 d. ago Tax alert to mobility scooter users in UK over 'ignored' DVLA rules

The number of people using mobility scooters to stay independent is on the rise - but many users could be driving vehicles that are technically illegal on public roads

Events

6 d. ago Miliband: Clean power is right choice for UK to ‘bring down bills for good’

The Energy UK conference heard from leading politicians as consensus on climate action becomes increasingly fractured.

Politics

6 d. ago In Iceland, a town still shaken by volcanic eruptions tries to recover

Nine volcanic eruptions since December 2023 have shaken the Icelandic town of Grindavik and forced residents to repeatedly evacuate

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6 d. ago Grocery price inflation climbs as shoppers drop environmentally friendly choices

The figure has nudged back up to 5.2% from last month’s 4.9%, according to Worldpanel by Numerator, formerly Kantar.

Economics

7 d. ago More tools needed to help people share money management – Martin Lewis’s charity

Money and Mental Health is calling for action to make it safer and easier for people to get support from a trusted person to manage their finances.

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7 d. ago Woman held over deaths of two young children detained under mental health laws

Meraj Ul Zahra, aged two, and Abdul Momin Alfaateh, aged three, were pronounced dead at a house in Stafford on Sunday morning.

Society

7 d. ago Kid Rock bemoans how young people dress nowadays and laments a shift in values

The rock-country star also bemoaned his fellow Nashville-based musicians, as well as women with ‘blue hair and five nose rings’

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