Shabana Mahmood

UK Immigration Reforms Face Backlash Over Retrospective Impact

Home Secretary Approves Extended Pub Hours for World Cup

French Police Watch as Migrants Board Dinghy Near Dunkirk

M&S Staff Face Violence as Retail Crime Surges, Execs Demand Action

Rayner Warns Labour 'Running Out of Time' Amid Leadership Speculation

Home Secretary Mahmood defends immigration plans amid Labour divisions

Royal Wedding Tiara Dispute Reveals Tensions Between Harry and Palace

The engagement of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in 2017 was followed by a contentious dispute over the bride's tiara selection, exposing deep tensions within the royal household. Conflicting accounts from Prince Harry's memoir and royal historians highlight unresolved questions about the incident and broader wedding preparations.

Elderly Idaho pizza driver gets $43,250 retirement gift after viral kindness

An elderly pizza delivery driver in Idaho received over $43,000 in online donations after a viral act of kindness, just weeks from retirement. The story began when Dan Simpson, 68, made a second trip to buy Diet Cokes for a customer, sparking a GoFundMe campaign that raised tens of thousands.

Swedish Police Crack Down on Drug-Impaired Driving and Trafficking

A series of major drug busts and high-profile impaired driving cases across Sweden highlight an intensified police crackdown, with multiple arrests and prosecutions underway.

Former MLB pitcher Dan Serafini accused in double shooting of in-laws

Former MLB pitcher Dan Serafini has been accused of enlisting a lover to gun down his wealthy in-laws, Robert and Wendy Spohr, in a shocking attack at their Lake Tahoe home.

Four Seasons Launches First Yacht with Mediterranean and Caribbean Itineraries

Four Seasons is launching its first-ever yacht, named Four Seasons I, which will sail in the Mediterranean in summer and the Caribbean and Bahamas in winter. This move expands the luxury hotel brand into the competitive yacht market.

Como's Fabregas faces exit rumors amid Champions League push

Como president Mirwan Suwarso acknowledges manager Cesc Fabregas could leave for a top club like Arsenal or Chelsea, while the Italian side sits fourth in Serie A. Fabregas has led Como to their best finish in decades, but his future and that of key player Nico Páz, who has a Real Madrid buyback clause, remain uncertain.

US and Iran Disagree on War Duration Amid Regional Attacks

US President Donald Trump predicts the war could end in weeks, while Iran's Foreign Minister says Tehran is prepared for at least six months of conflict.

UK pension tax changes could affect millions, expat rules tighten from April

Warnings have emerged that hundreds of thousands of state pensioners may be unknowingly drawn into paying income tax, with forecasts suggesting the number could rise to one million by the end of this Parliament. Simultaneously, reforms set to begin in April will reshape retirement benefits for British expats, making it more expensive and harder to qualify for voluntary national insurance contributions.

GLB Construction Grows to 70 Employees Over 30 Years in Luleå

GLB Byggföretaget i Norrbotten AB has evolved from a small spinoff into one of the county's most stable construction companies, now employing nearly 70 people with a strong foothold in Luleå.

Lund Research Group Investigates UFO and UAP Phenomena

A research group in Lund is studying UFO and UAP phenomena, which have long aroused fascination and questions. The group includes experts from various fields and advocates for open scientific investigation.

Malmö Celebrates Ancient Persian Fire Festival

The Eldfesten (Fire Festival) was celebrated in Beijers Park in Malmö on Tuesday evening. The tradition, with roots in the Persian New Year, has been observed for about 4,000 years.

BIK Karlskoga J18 defeats Valbo J18 5-2 in U18 hockey match

BIK Karlskoga J18 secured a 5-2 victory over Valbo J18 in a U18 regional west continuation spring men's ice hockey match on Sunday, with the game featuring two top teams in the league.

One in Five Norwegian Women Has Been Raped, Report Shows

A new report reveals that one in five women in Norway has been raped at least once, with over half of rapes involving girls under 18, highlighting severe psychological impacts and a trend toward more violent assaults.

Motherwell man attacked with bottle and machete in broad daylight

A man was assaulted with a wine bottle and a machete outside his home in Motherwell in a broad daylight attack. Dean Markson, 27, has admitted to the assault, which left the victim with severe injuries.

UK watchdog investigates fuel price hikes amid Middle East conflict

The UK's competition watchdog is accelerating its review of fuel margins as petrol and diesel prices hit their highest in more than 20 months. Chancellor Rachel Reeves has accused retailers of 'price gouging' while the industry warns of inevitable increases due to wholesale costs.

Tens of thousands protest austerity in Brussels amid union mobilization

Tens of thousands of protesters marched through Brussels to oppose austerity reforms introduced by Prime Minister Bart De Wever's government. The demonstration was part of a broader mobilization by trade unions against planned changes to pension and unemployment systems.

Interest in UK digital tax rules spikes ahead of 2026 deadline

Public interest in the UK's Making Tax Digital for Income Tax rules has surged to its highest level ever, according to Google Trends data. The spike comes ahead of a key 2026 deadline that will require hundreds of thousands of self-employed workers and landlords to adopt digital reporting.

Couple stranded in Maldives after Middle East airspace closures cancel flights

A couple from the UK is stranded in the Maldives after their return flight was canceled due to airspace closures in the Middle East. Lauren Higgins and Adam Wilson have been forced to move from a luxury resort to a budget hotel, facing mounting costs and uncertainty.