24 h. ago Top trainer warns of 'very dangerous' consequences of tax rise for racing

John Gosden was among a number of major figures from the sport who descended on Westminster to protest against a proposed increase in tax on betting

Events

34 h. ago And they're OFF! Horse racing goes on STRIKE: Sport stops to protest against proposed tax rise on betting which six

DOMINIC KING: Racing on Wednesday stages its first voluntary blackout with trainers and leaders warning of the potential catastrophe that is putting the sport's future in jeopardy.

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43 h. ago Dramatic rise in number of households in energy debt as winter bills loom

A report has revealed a huge increase in energy debt among UK household, along with a big rise in council tax arrears, as more than a million UK households owe money to suppliers

Economics

3 d. ago Impact of chatbots on mental health is warning over future of AI, expert says

Nate Soares says case of US teenager Adam Raine highlights danger of unintended consequences in super-intelligent AIThe unforeseen impact of chatbots on mental health should be viewed as a warning over the existential threat posed by super-intelligent artificial intelligence systems, according to a prominent voice in AI safety.Nate Soares, a co-author of a new book on highly advanced AI titled If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies, said the example of Adam Raine, a US teenager who killed himself after months of conversations with the ChatGPT chatbot, underlined fundamental problems with controlling the technology. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago Sharp rise in UK pension lump sum withdrawals over tax concerns

Signs that savers are preparing for possible changes to rules on retirement funds in November Budget

Economics

7 d. ago Council tax bills could be hiked 410% in some areas under Labour

Under controversial plans to completely redraw the 'outdated' system, an influential thinktank wants to scrap the existing bands that determine the size of bills.

Economics

1 week ago How much state pension could rise as some could be forced to pay tax

The state pension is set to increase in April 2026 based on the triple lock guarantee

Economics

2 w. ago Killer whale locks jaws around SeaWorld trainer and drags him underwater in horror video

WARNING, DISTRESSING CONTENT: SeaWorld trainer Ken Peters was locked in a battle to save his life after a killer whale went off script, with footage of the harrowing incident recently being rereleased

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2 w. ago 'I'm a dog trainer and one common act is the worst mistake new owners make'

A dog trainer has warned people against making the 'worst mistake' when bringing a new pet into their home - and it's something many owners accidentally do out of love

Politics

3 w. ago The major mistake you're making after a work out... and the dangerous consequences

Skipping this post-workout routine can lead to more than just odor. It invites clogged pores, irritating flare-ups and even infections.

Politics

3 w. ago Rachel Reeves issued warning by Tesco, Sainsbury's and John Lewis over major tax rise plans

Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Labour government has been warned by UK retail heavyweights that its tax policies could undermine its key promise to raise living standards

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3 w. ago British horse racing to go on STRIKE for the first time ever as four events are scrapped in backlash to Rachel Reeves' proposed betting tax rise

DOMINIC KING: British racing has taken the astonishing decision to go on strike with all four meetings set to be staged on September 10 being cancelled.

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4 w. ago UK cemetery accused of 'fat tax' for charging extra for wider graves after obesity rise

Couriers UK was slapped with a record fine by the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) over the botched Royal Mail 'hack' in 2022

Politics

4 w. ago Staff at car insurance giant Admiral to get £1,800 in free shares after record half year

The Cardiff car insurance to loans group has reported a 69% rise in pre-tax profits

Economics

4 w. ago Inheritance tax and the rise of ‘giving while living’: Smart ways to pass on wealth tax

With rule changes and frozen thresholds, more people are exploring financial gifting in their lifetime

Economics

4 w. ago Keir Starmer ‘plans rise in inheritance tax’ to ease debt crisis

Critics see inheritance tax, charged on estates valued at more than £325,000, as being a wealth tax in all but name

Economics