
Britain's Economic Malaise: Weak Growth Signals Deeper Crisis
Britain's economy grew just 0.1% in Q4 2025, with business investment falling 2.7% and construction down 2.1%. Weak outlook for 2026 as government policies drag on recovery.

Britain's economy grew just 0.1% in Q4 2025, with business investment falling 2.7% and construction down 2.1%. Weak outlook for 2026 as government policies drag on recovery.
Sir Keir Starmer faces mounting criticism over Lord Matthew Doyle's peerage appointment despite links to convicted paedophile, raising serious questions about vetting failures.
PM Keir Starmer faces mounting criticism over his decision to grant a peerage to Matthew Doyle despite the recipient's troubling links to a convicted paedophile councillor.
Noel Gallagher hits back at BRIT Award critics, promising to confront detractors at Manchester ceremony whilst defending his songwriting legacy and commercial success.
PM Modi's courteous call to hospitalised opposition leader Sharad Pawar demonstrates parliamentary dignity as the 85-year-old NCP president recovers from chest infection in Pune.
Kobbie Mainoo's revival under Michael Carrick exposes Ruben Amorim's tactical failings, as the young England midfielder delivers four straight victories after being frozen out.
Michael Carrick's faith in Kobbie Mainoo exposes Ruben Amorim's costly misjudgement, as the young midfielder's revival highlights the value of trusting homegrown talent over continental arrogance.
Wales rugby suffers another humiliating defeat to England, extending their Six Nations losing streak to 12 matches as national pride reaches new lows at Twickenham.
Wales suffer their worst Six Nations performance in history as England deliver a merciless thrashing at Twickenham, extending Welsh losing streak to 12 consecutive defeats.
British families waste hundreds annually on fuel due to underinflated tyres. Winter weather worsens this costly oversight affecting millions of vehicles nationwide.
British families are wasting hundreds of pounds annually on fuel due to underinflated tyres, with winter weather making the costly problem worse for household budgets.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk defends manager Arne Slot amid the club's disappointing sixth-place Premier League position, calling for respect and patience during difficult period.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk defends manager Arne Slot amid the club's alarming sixth-place Premier League position, calling criticism 'disrespectful' as pressure mounts.
Cristiano Ronaldo's strike over transfer spending exposes the toxic mercenary culture plaguing modern football as the Portuguese star abandoned Al-Nassr teammates during crucial title race.
Ronaldo's strike against Al-Nassr exposes fundamental flaws in Saudi Arabia's football project, raising questions about sporting integrity and financial priorities.
Two men tragically killed as Cirrus SR20 light aircraft crashes into moorland near Littleborough, prompting major investigation by aviation authorities and emergency services.
Lancashire father-son duo Paul and Dan Foster transformed three food vans into a 100-truck empire, employing 170 people and serving businesses nationwide through traditional British values.
Swansea Council's four-year asset disposal plan includes former schools and the cherished Langland Bay tennis courts, sparking concerns about overdevelopment and community loss.
Newcastle United players face fierce criticism after leaving their young mascot abandoned and confused during pre-match ceremonies at Anfield, highlighting concerning attitudes.
Newcastle players face fierce criticism after shocking video shows young mascot abandoned and confused before Liverpool defeat, highlighting modern football's disconnect.
Brazilian UFC challenger Diego Lopes broke both feet during his courageous but unsuccessful title bid against Australian champion Alexander Volkanovski in Sydney.
Brazilian UFC challenger Diego Lopes broke both feet during his title defeat to Alexander Volkanovski, yet continued fighting with remarkable courage in Sydney showdown.
Estonian company Bolt launches 2,000 e-scooters across Liverpool, replacing failed Voi operation that cost £300k annually in losses due to theft and vandalism.
Estonian firm Bolt takes over Liverpool's troubled e-scooter scheme after previous operator's £300k annual losses and widespread anti-social parking problems.
German tennis star Alexander Zverev's relationship with actress Sophia Thomalla, seven years his senior, continues to attract public scrutiny and raise questions about modern relationship dynamics.
German tennis star Alexander Zverev's seven-year age gap relationship with actress Sophia Thomalla continues to attract scrutiny as he competes at the Australian Open.
British pop star Charli XCX champions Emily Brontë's literary legacy at the Hollywood premiere of Wuthering Heights, showcasing our cultural heritage on the global stage.
UAE Investment Minister Mohammed Hassan Alsuwaidi takes charge of $115bn Abu Dhabi fund Lunate, signalling the Emirates' bold challenge to Western financial dominance.
British pop star Charli XCX dazzled at the Hollywood premiere of Wuthering Heights, showcasing period glamour whilst celebrating our nation's enduring literary heritage.
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