James Langley
BBC staff revolt: 12-year-old secrets about popular TV chef come to light
Internal conflict erupts at BBC over long-standing complaints about well-known cooking show host. Staff members question networks handling of multiple warnings dating back to early 2010s
China learns from Russia's experience: What's behind Beijing's secret study?
Chinese officials make regular trips to Moscow studying effects of Western restrictions on Russian economy. Beijingʼs task force analyzes sanctions impact while tensions rise over Taiwan situation
92-year-old grandpa becomes unexpected social media sensation with millions of views
Three elderly stars prove age is just a number in their latest achievements. From TikTok fame to stage performances these active seniors share their secrets for staying engaged in life
Zelensky reveals new stance on peace talks as EU leaders visit Kyiv
During high-level EU meeting in Kyiv‚ Ukraine sets new terms for possible peace negotiations. Zelensky discusses territorial questions while seeking stronger NATO backing and military support
UK companies rush to merge as business costs hit record-breaking levels
British firms are joining forces to handle rising operation costs under new government policies. Recent weeks showed multiple merger deals across insurance‚ retail and logistics sectors‚ marking a new trend in UK business
Syria's power shift: Rebel advance reshapes regional balance as US watches
Northern Syria sees unexpected rebel gains changing local power dynamics. Turkish-backed groups join offensive while US maintains minimal presence‚ creating new challenges for Assadʼs government
Inside look: UK benefit system faces unprecedented manipulation claims
Benefit assessors expose major flaws in UK welfare assessment process leading to questionable claims approval. Government faces growing pressure as welfare costs might reach £100-billion mark by end of decade
Language games: How a major newspaper changed way to describe women
A well-known US newspaper uses strange new words to describe female athletes in sports coverage. Famous sports stars and writers speak up against odd language choices in modern media
Quick rebel advance in Syria leaves government scrambling for control
Syrian opposition groups took over most of Aleppo in sudden overnight push. Kurdish forces captured the citys airport while Russian troops left their base‚ marking biggest shift in Syrian war since 2020
UK businesses face tough times as government policies hit profits
Major companies are scaling-down operations across Britain due to new government rules and rising costs. From car-makers to airlines business leaders warn about survival chances in current economic climate
Tax experts suggest Dubai move could save millions for UK pensioners
UK pension holders might dodge new inheritance tax rules by relocating to Dubai where zero-percent income tax applies Financial experts show how this move could save families millions in death duties.
Meet UK's first tree-sniffing dog who helps save forests from deadly disease
A specially-trained dog named Ivor now detects dangerous tree infections across British woodlands. This unique six-year-old mixed-breed helps government experts find and stop spreading of plant diseases
UK housing market shows cracks as prices hit record-high vs salaries
British house prices reached unaffordable levels compared to average incomes making it hard for most people to buy homes. Current mortgage rates and economic factors point to market cooling-down
Trump's win signals big trouble for corporate diversity and green investing trends
Major companies are moving away from diversity programs and green investing after poor results. The trend speeds up as political winds shift and economic realities hit corporate America
Immigration numbers expose unexpected shift in Starmer's long-term position
Latest migration data shows record-high numbers reaching almost 1-million mark‚ triggering sharp response from **Keir Starmer**. His current stance differs notably from his past positions on border policies
Quiet UK town becomes unexpected center of multi-billion offshore property deals
British tax havens channel £6bn into UK real-estate market through hidden companies. Peaceful town of Wokingham shows up as top-5 destination for mysterious property purchases from offshore zones
Smart meters cause billing chaos for UK energy customers
Nearly half of energy-bill complaints now link to smart meter problems. Governmentʼs multi-billion pound program faces major setbacks as millions of devices stop working properly
Elderly man's dating secret: Should he tell his new crush about medical issues?
Two relationship stories about intimacy challenges in later life. A divorced man with health-related performance issues meets someone new‚ while a long-time married couple deals with changes in their physical connection
Hidden mortgage time-bomb that could destroy Labour's new voters
Labourʼs recent victory brings unexpected challenges for new homeowners. Changes in stamp duty and rising mortgage rates might turn voters away from **Keir Starmerʼs** government
FBI's long-wanted suspect found living quiet life in Welsh mountains
Hidden in plain sight a FBI-wanted man lived for years in Welsh countryside near Conwy. Local community shocked to discover their mysterious neighbor was subject of international manhunt
Secret Paris DJ might be Putin's hidden family member
Ukrainian journalists track down mysterious 21-year-old living under fake names in France capital. Young womanʼs mother went from cleaning jobs to owning luxury properties and having ties with Russian elite
Former Tory minister jumps ship: Major political move shakes British politics
A high-profile ex-Conservative MP has switched sides to Reform UK party bringing its membership to record numbers. The move comes as Reform UK plans large-scale expansion for upcoming elections
UK sends crime-fighters to Iraq: New plan targets Channel crossing networks
British officers heading to Iraq under fresh security deal to fight people-smuggling groups. Agreement includes joint operations deportation plans and tech-support for border control systems
UK restaurant chains caught serving kids ready-made meals instead of fresh food
New study shows popular eating spots warm up pre-made food for children instead of cooking fresh meals. Only two chains out of many actually prepare kids food from scratch‚ while others use ready-to-heat items
British MPs to vote on controversial end-of-life bill after heated public debate
New assisted-dying legislation faces crucial parliament vote this week‚ as doctors and public share real-life experiences. Bill would let terminally-ill patients in England and Wales request medical help to end their lives
Young people's daily screen-time hits new peak as social apps take over
New research shows Gen-Z spends over 6 hours daily online with women leading the trend. Social media platforms like TikTok and Snapchat dominate youthʼs digital time while raising safety concerns
Former UK leaders clash over new end-of-life care legislation
A heated debate erupts as politicians take opposing sides on assisted-dying legislation. The bill which aims to change end-of-life care rules gets mixed response from current and former UK leaders
Young photographer who captured royal moments passes away at 17
A teen photographer with rare cancer completed her dream projects including meeting the Princess of Wales and shooting with top models. Her final exhibition happened just weeks before her passing
How cute puppies and silk pajamas are used to sell assisted dying in Britain
Transport for London lets Westminster tube station run cheerful ads about assisted dying while banning hotdog pictures. Modern advertising uses sweet-and-simple messaging to push complex ethical decisions
Ford UK boss reveals shocking truth about electric car sales targets
Car manufacturers face tough government-set electric vehicle targets while customer interest stays low. Ford UK suggests tax-break solution as industry struggles with strict zero-emission rules