Rochdale grooming gang leader released as deportation loophole sparks fury across the UK
Rochdale grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed's release after 14 years has sparked outrage as a legal loophole prevents his deportation despite serious sexual offence convictions. Ahmed, stripped of citizenship, remains in the UK due to old immigration laws protecting pre-1973 Commonwealth settlers. Victims and campaigners decry the justice system's failure, while strict licence conditions aim to protect the public. The case intensifies calls for immigration law reform.
'The shame is ours': Starmer apologises for state's role in decades of forced adoptions
Teachers in England to get 3.5% pay rise from September; unions warn of strike action
Starmer's defence investment plan leaves 5 billion funding gap for Burnham
UK plans tougher punishment for partner or ex-partner murders, minimum term may rise to 25 years
Why 'countdown mode' is the task manager feature I can't live without
This setting meshes perfectly with how my brain works, and I don't miss deadlines anymore.
Too many junk files on your Windows PC? This free tool can remove them in one click
A utility called Fluent Cleaner will analyze your Windows environment to find and remove junk files, temp files, unused Registry entries, and other clutter - for free. Here's how to use it.
I tried the 'Plus Five' rule to fix my iPhone's slow wireless charging - here's what happened
Wireless charging is a helpful feature, but you may not be getting the optimal speed with your accessories.
AI agents are your new colleagues - how to get the best results
The future of work is likely to require a careful blend of human skills and AI agents. Here's how to work successfully with your agentic counterparts.
Prince Harry may cancel upcoming UK visit with Meghan, children after security setback
US convicted rapist who fled to Scotland after staging own death dies in prison hospital
Shabana Mahmood to unveil Canada-inspired legal asylum routes into UK to protect genuine refugees
King Charles reveals 12.9m tax bill for first time as monarchy's public funding nears 100m
In a historic first, King Charles has publicly disclosed his personal tax bill of 12.9 million, marking a new era of transparency for the British monarchy. Alongside this, taxpayer funding for royal duties, the Sovereign Grant, is set to nearly double to 99.9 million annually by 2027-28. Prince William also revealed his tax payments, underscoring a broader push for openness regarding royal finances.
