UK borrows more than expected in July as Healey prepares for first Budget
Chancellor John Healey said the government is 'committed to meeting our fiscal rules' Source: BBC News
Month: August 2026
Starmer donates biography of himself to Downing Street library
The former PM and seven of his ministers have added to the collection, which began in 1931. Source: BBC News
Dave Bautista confirmed as new God of War star
The ex-wrestler replaces Ryan Hurst as Kratos in the upcoming adaptation of the popular PlayStation series. Source: BBC News
Why the US economy is ringing alarm bells
The US hit a debt milestone this week, but just how worried should we be about the world's largest economy?…
Panama Canal to cut number of ships passing through due to El Niño
The crucial waterway's operator says low rainfall caused by the ocean pattern had led to the decision. Source: BBC News
Hong Kong’s Tiananmen activists guilty in national security trial
Three activists were accused of inciting others to subvert state power under the China-introduced law. Source: BBC News
British rapper Yung Filly to face retrial on rape charges in Australia
A jury last month cleared the YouTuber of several sexual assault offences, but it couldn't reach a decision on three…
Couples share their biggest money disagreements
Candles, haircuts, a Tesla… this week we're asking couples in London: "What's the biggest money disagreement in your relationship?" Source:…
Israel re-establishes closed West Bank settlement, defying growing international protests
Thirty "pioneer families" have arrived on a wave of nationalism driven by Israel's government, but the rapid change has left…
What happened to Harry and Meghan’s American dream?
Harry and Meghan enjoyed some showbusiness success, but their Hollywood reign proved short-lived. Source: BBC News