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England end Ashes pain with fast-track win at the MCG

Four-wicket victory snaps an 18-match winless streak in Australia

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England's Harry Brook (R) and Jamie Smith celebrate after hitting the winning runs during the second day of the fourth Ashes Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Melbourne on December 27, 2025.

Common mistakes UK buyers make in Dubai property deals

Upfront fees, shorter mortgages and freehold zones often catch first-time UK buyers

For many Britons, 2025 feels like a breaking point. Rising taxes, squeezed earnings, and political uncertainty are pushing record numbers to consider life abroad.

Man, 5 others charged with sex offences against ex-wife

Victim Joanne Young waives anonymity as police reveal years-long pattern of abuse

Illustrative image. The 13-year alleged abuse involves rape, administering substances, and possession of indecent images.

Paw patrol: UK government vows to end puppy farming

Government announces sweeping reforms to improve welfare of pets and other animals

Anyone in England breeding and selling three or more litters of puppies in a year is required by law to have a licence.

Venison kicks beef off menus at UK venues

Some catering services turning to deer meat as low-carbon alternative to farmed livestock

This photo taken on December 18, 2025 shows a signage offering venison burgers at a popular market in London.

UAE visa options explained for UK professionals

Visas, costs and compliance shape the new wave of British relocations

Dubai and Abu Dhabi attract Brits seeking zero taxes, luxury lifestyle, and year-round sun.

Prince William, Kate Middleton Christmas portrait out

The picture-perfect family image shows William and Catherine with their three children

The Prince and Princess of Wales have released a new family portrait which features on the couple's 2025 Christmas card.

UK expats now plan UAE moves much earlier than before

Potential UK expats seek financial, residency planning months before relocating to the UAE

Travellers wait in the terminal at Heathrow Airport, west of London on September 20, 2025.

Frozen tax thresholds risk talent drain, Cameron says

Former PM says frozen tax bands could erode London’s talent base

File photo of former British Prime Minister David Cameron. Cameron says frozen tax thresholds threaten London’s global competitiveness

German president gets royal treatment on UK state visit

Steinmeier, wife guests of honour at dinner hosted by King Charles at Windsor Castle

Germany's President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Britain's King Charles III, followied by Britain's Queen Camilla and Elke Buedenbender and then Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales and Britain's Prince William, Prince of Wales lead guests as they arrive to attend a State Banquet at Windsor Castle in Windsor, on December 3, 2025, the first day of a three day state visit by the German President.

UK set to unveil ‘sweeping’ court reforms

Lammy: Reforms are needed to prevent a ‘total collapse of trust’ in the courts

A video grab from footage broadcast by the UK Parliament's Parliamentary Recording Unit (PRU) shows Britain's Justice Secretary and deputy Prime Minister David Lammy as he makes a statement to MPs, after prisoners were accidentally released from prison, in the House of Commons in London, on November 11, 2025.

Afghan war crimes covered up: UK whistleblower

Officer alleged special forces directors failed to act on units carrying out killings

Members of the UK Armed Forces during their deployment to support the evacuation of British nationals and entitled personel at Kabul airport in Afghanistan.

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