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From data center spas to servers in space: How the energy crunch is reshaping cloud computing
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Data centre developers and designers are starting to get creative.
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2025-12-30T23:59:49+00:00
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China EVs in 2026 look less like a boom and more like a survival test as global expansion ramps up
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Analysts predict China's electric car market will see growth slow significantly in the year ahead.
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2025-12-29T23:25:37+00:00
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I've studied hundreds of highly successful kids: This popular parenting style worries me—what we should be focusing on instead
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"Never Enough" author Jennifer Breheny Wallace has spent seven years interviewing high-achieving kids and their families. She reveals the most popular but potentially harmful parenting trend—and what kids really need from their parents.
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2025-12-29T07:19:18+00:00
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A Swedish city is being moved — building by building — amid Europe’s minerals push
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Sweden's northernmost city of Kiruna is on the move because of ground subsidence from the expansion of the world's largest underground iron ore mine.
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2025-12-30T16:35:48+00:00
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Mining stocks jump as precious metals recover; European shares hit record as 2025 draws to a close
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European stocks picked up steam on Tuesday, extending gains to notch a fresh record high.
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2025-12-30T08:28:30+00:00
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Asia-Pacific markets mostly fall on penultimate day of the year
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Investors will be focused on China's military exercises around Taiwan today, after it announced new drills surrounding the island Monday.
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2025-12-30T14:23:42+00:00
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SoftBank to buy data center firm DigitalBridge for $4 billion in AI push
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Japan's SoftBank on Monday said it has agreed to buy data center investment firm DigitalBridge for $4 billion.
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2025-12-29T07:06:35+00:00
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China to crack down on AI chatbots around suicide, gambling
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The proposed rules come as Chinese artificial intelligence chatbot startups Minimax and Z.ai have this month filed for Hong Kong IPOs.
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https://www.cnbc.com/2025/12/29/china-ai-chatbot-rules-emotional-influence-suicide-gambling-zai-minimax-talkie-xingye-zhipu.html
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2025-12-29T09:31:50+00:00
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Indian quick commerce startup Zepto files for $1.2 billion IPO amid warnings of bubble in the sector
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Quick commerce is a hotly contested space in India with the entry of Amazon this year and Walmart-owned Flipkart in 2024.
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https://www.cnbc.com/2025/12/29/zepto-confidential-ipo-filing-india-quick-commerce-instamart-swiggy-blinkit-zomato-eternal-flipkart-amazon.html
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2025-12-29T15:12:18+00:00
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Zelenskyy asks Trump for 50 years of security guarantees, says meeting with Russia possible
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Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, said Monday that he had asked for security guarantees for up to 50 years for Ukraine.
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2025-12-28T07:07:49+00:00
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Forget Gen Z and Millennials — the over-50s ‘Silver Spenders’ are powering investment opportunities, including these stocks
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The over-50s 'Silver Spenders' are an increasingly influential consumer demographic.
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https://www.cnbc.com/2025/12/28/wealthy-silver-spenders-are-now-driving-investment-opportunities.html
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3 reasons the Lloyds share price could keep climbing in 2026
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Long-suffering Lloyds Banking Group (LSE: LLOY) investors had cause for cheer in 2025 as the share price soared nearly 80%. As we reach the end of the year, the shares are hovering around the £1 mark. But what should we expect in 2026? Is the rally over, or can we hope for even more in the coming months? I’m still optimistic, and I want to offer three reasons. Lloyds has been through a few tough years for profits, with earnings per share (EPS) dropping in 2024. But analysts expect the 2025 full year to show a modest EPS rise, followed by a solid acceleration starting in 2026. In all, forecasts show EPS soaring 80% between 2024 and 2027. There’s an expected dividend yield of 3.4% on the cards for this year, which isn’t so great. But brokers expect it to be up at 4.9% by 2027. That’s far from the FTSE 100‘s biggest, but it’s solidly progressive. The company itself is upbeat too, as CEO Charlie Nunn spoke of “confidence in our performance for the year and our 2026 guidance” at Q3 time. These upbeat forecasts will surely boost confidence, though the current Lloyds share price does push the valuation up a bit. What’s a fair price-to-earnings (P/E) bank valuation in the current tough economic climate? It’s hard to say, but I reckon the risks mean I’d ideally want to see a bit of safety margin compared to the FTSE 100 average. And I don’t think we have that, with Lloyds on a P/E for 2025 of 14.5. Still, if those forecasts turn out accurate — which is definitely not certain — we should see that fall to around 8.5 by 2027 on the current share price. To me, that paints Lloyds shares as good value for the longer term, but close to full value in the short term. The City analysts seem to share my longer-term view, with a solid Buy consensus on the stock. Finally, I see growing signs that the UK house builders could be set for a resurgence. The long-term demand is still there, with the country still facing a serious shortage of homes. But high interest rates have held many would-be buyers back from taking the plunge. The Bank of England cut the base rate to 3.75% in December. That’s nice, but it’s still high. And the bank suggested decisions on future rate cuts could be tougher to call. Still, it’s the right direction. And any further progress in 2026 could boost sentiment towards mortgage lenders — with Lloyds being the UK’s biggest. Further rate cuts should pressure Lloyds’ interest margins, which could dent the share price. And that is a worry. But for my money, the balance leans in favour of Lloyds. Should investors consider Lloyds shares in 2026? At the current price, I’d say a cautious yes — though I think I see better value options. For me, Lloyds is a solid Hold and I’ll wait and see how the year starts out before thinking of maybe buying more. The post 3 reasons the Lloyds share price could keep climbing in 2026 appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Lloyds Banking Group plc made the list? More reading Alan Oscroft has positions in Lloyds Banking Group Plc. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Lloyds Banking Group Plc. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
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Considering these UK shares could help an investor on the road to a million-pound portfolio
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Aiming for a million-pound portfolio isn’t a crazy, unrealistic goal. Sure, it’ll likely take many years to get there. But with a sound investment strategy, it’s achievable. A large part of this is targeting the right sort of UK shares. Here are some growth stocks that could help boost portfolio returns. One of the main ways to help increase a portfolio’s value is by investing most of the money in growth stocks. Typically, these are companies in rapidly-expanding sectors or firms that are innovating and becoming leaders in their fields. For example, technology. We’re seeing this sector continue to push boundaries, particularly with artificial intelligence (AI). I think this theme hasn’t finished by any stretch, so anticipate long-term gains for the leaders in this area. Granted, most of these candidates are listed in the US. But there are plenty of UK stocks making use of AI, helping to drive efficiencies and boost overall profitability. IT service and transformation providers Kainos and Softcat are both embedding AI into client solutions. Another major area is healthcare, driven by an ageing population. I feel health tech adoption will sustain healthcare demand and innovation going forward, with several UK players well-positioned to take advantage. This includes Primary Health Properties and Smith & Nephew. In theory, let’s assume an investor had a £10k lump sum to put to work, and could afford £1,000 a month to buy high-growth shares from promising sectors. Over time, the portfolio could grow to 10-20 companies. I’ll assume a long-term annualised growth rate of 10%. In this scenario, by year 22, the investment pot could be worth over £1m. Of course, forecasting this far in advance is difficult. If my sectors underperform, or even if the particular stocks don’t rally as anticipated, it could take much longer and an investor could even lose money. Renewable energy, as part of the energy transition, is a key theme for the future. Although it’s gone cooler in previous years, I feel momentum’s starting to return. One stock that I think is well placed is SSE (LSE:SSE). At the core of the investment case is the SSE Renewables division. This is one of the UK’s largest owners and developers of onshore wind, offshore wind and hydro assets. At the same time, I think investors underappreciate SSE’s exposure to electricity networks. It has a large transmission and distribution business, providing steady revenue that’s only likely to grow with time. Earlier this month, the regulator Ofgem approved a £28bn funding package for the total network for the period between 2026 and 2031. This is another reason I think the stock could be a good long-term addition to a portfolio. In terms of risks, it is subject to the regulator in other ways, including pricing power. This can be seen as a negative, and could restrict the potential for large profits in the future. Even with this, I think it’s one of a number of stocks that could be used to turbocharge a strategy for a seven-figure portfolio. The post Considering these UK shares could help an investor on the road to a million-pound portfolio appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if SSE made the list? More reading Jon Smith has no position in any of the shares mentioned. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Kainos Group Plc, Primary Health Properties Plc, Smith & Nephew Plc, and Softcat Plc. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
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2025-12-31T08:21:00+00:00
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Martin Lewis is embracing stock investing, but I think he missed a key point
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Well-known money-saving guru Martin Lewis recently strayed from his usual remit by talking about the stock market. Interestingly, he flagged up some great points, such as the UK’s general underinvestment and the fact that being too risk-averse carries its own risks. However, when discussing areas to invest, he missed the chance to provide even more value to his followers. Here’s what I’m talking about. Lewis explained that if you’ve been keeping money in savings accounts, even high-yield ones, inflation means you’ve effectively lost value. That’s why investing can outperform savings over the long term. Of course, nothing’s guaranteed, but I’ve always had this mindset. With surplus funds that an investor won’t need for the next few years, putting them to work in the stock market can be a good option. However, the focus from Lewis was on using index funds, tracking indexes such as the FTSE 100, instead of picking specific stocks. In some ways, I get why he was recommending a passive approach to investing. Most of the people who follow Lewis aren’t experienced in active stock picking. Therefore, buying a tracker can be perceived as an easy, low-risk way to start in the market. Yet the more I think about it, the more I think he missed out on talking about owning a diversified mix of a dozen stocks that an investor has high conviction in. A diversified spread can help reduce risk (like a tracker). But it can also potentially deliver returns better than simply following the benchmark. Of course, being active in picking stocks isn’t for everyone. But with a long-term time horizon and some solid research, I think it’s a much better way to put money to work in the stock market. Aviva‘s (LSE:AV) a stock that could be used as part of a varied investment portfolio. It’s a FTSE 100 company that most have heard of, operating a relatively simple business model for offering various forms of insurance and asset management. It makes money primarily through insurance. Customers pay premiums for policies such as car, home, life, health and commercial insurance. Aviva earns premiums after paying claims to policyholders. In addition, the business manages pensions, savings and investment products. It charges fees for providing these services to the end clients. Over the past year, the stock’s up 47%, in contrast to the 21% gain from the FTSE 100. Even over a longer five-year time horizon, the share price has risen by 118% versus 51% for the index. I believe it’s a good example of a company that can continue to grow profits, helping the share price rise further. Based on the operating model, I don’t feel it’s a high-risk stock. Given regulatory oversight, it maintains a robust solvency ratio and strong cash balances. Therefore, I don’t see it getting caught up in financial problems anytime soon. As a risk, the business is exposed to black swan events, which could trigger a sharp spike in insurance claims. Further, if the investment managers underperform, people could pull their money from Aviva, reducing the fee income. Even with this, I think it’s a good company that an investor could consider buying as part of a beginner portfolio. The post Martin Lewis is embracing stock investing, but I think he missed a key point appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Aviva plc made the list? More reading Jon Smith has no position in any of the shares mentioned. The Motley Fool UK has no position in any of the shares mentioned. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
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https://www.fool.co.uk/2025/12/31/martin-lewis-is-embracing-stock-investing-but-i-think-he-missed-a-key-point/
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2025-12-31T08:16:00+00:00
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This 8% yield could be a great addition to a portfolio of dividend shares
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I think dividend investors should look closely at shares in Alternative Income REIT (LSE:AIRE). There’s an 8% yield on offer and the firm’s leases have a very long time to run. With a market value of just over £50m and shares priced at 73.9p, this is a penny stock. But it could well be worth considering for anyone looking for steady passive income. Please note that tax treatment depends on the individual circumstances of each client and may be subject to change in future. The content in this article is provided for information purposes only. It is not intended to be, neither does it constitute, any form of tax advice. Alternative Income REIT owns a portfolio of around 20 properties. These include a retail park in the Midlands, a block of flats in Salford, and a power station near where I grew up. Most REITs tend to specialise in a particular industry or property type. But having a mix of assets provides some protection against cyclical ups and downs in any given sector. What they have in common though, is long tenancies. The average time to first break in its leases is 15 years, which should mean a decade and a half of steady rental income. Leases tend to have inflation-linked increases built in, so there’s protection on that front as well. So the obvious question is what could stop investors getting a stress-free 8% dividend? One thing to note is that the Alternative Income REIT’s average debt maturity is around five years. That means it’s much shorter than the average lease expiry. This creates a duration risk – the firm will almost certainly have to refinance its borrowings well before its leases are up for renewal. And the danger is that interest rates might be higher. In that situation, the company will end up paying more on its debts. But it won’t be able to renegotiate its leases to offset the higher costs for another 10 years or so. That’s a common risk with REITs in general, but it’s particularly significant in Alternative Income REIT’s case. The longer leases mean the gap’s wider than with most companies. The big question for investors is whether or not the risks are adequately reflected in the share price. And there’s a decent case for thinking they are. The stock currently trades 12% below its net asset value. That arguably means investors are getting a discount in exchange for the potential refinancing risk that comes with the company. Obviously, that depends on the firm’s assets being valued accurately in the calculation of their value. But with long-term income that looks relatively predictable, this should be the case. In other words, investors might see an increase in interest payments (or they might not). With an 8% yield though, they should still be set for a very good return even if debt costs go up. I think Alternative Income REIT’s a worthy candidate for dividend investors to consider. Its long leases mean the risk of vacant properties is lower than it is elsewhere in the industry. That should give it an advantage when it comes to stability, especially in an economic downturn. Anyone seeking to collect an 8% dividend for the next 15 years should take a closer look. The post This 8% yield could be a great addition to a portfolio of dividend shares appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Alternative Income REIT Plc made the list? More reading Stephen Wright has no position in any of the shares mentioned. The Motley Fool UK has no position in any of the shares mentioned. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
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Why this 9.71% dividend yield might be a rare passive income opportunity
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When a stock comes with a dividend yield close to 10%, it’s usually a sign that investors are concerned about something. But sometimes, the potential rewards are worth the inherent risks. NewRiver REIT (LSE:NRR) shares currently come with a 9.71% dividend yield. And while there’s a clear risk on the horizon, there is a lot to like about the company. Please note that tax treatment depends on the individual circumstances of each client and may be subject to change in future. The content in this article is provided for information purposes only. It is not intended to be, neither does it constitute, any form of tax advice. NewRiver owns a portfolio of around 40 shopping centres and retail parks. It also manages another 39 similar properties through partnership arrangements. In terms of some basic REIT fundamentals, the firm looks pretty good. Occupancy levels are around 95% and the firm collected 97% of its rent in the six months leading up to September. The company also has a relatively diversified tenant base, with its largest tenant accounting for around 4% of total income. And the average lease doesn’t expire for another nine years. All of that looks pretty good from a reliable passive income perspective. But there is a risk on the horizon, which is why the stock is trading with such a big dividend yield. The issue is debt. NewRiver’s loans reach maturity in the next couple of years and refinancing these is likely to result in higher interest expenses than the current 3.5% average cost of debt. This is a risk investors need to think about, especially if they’re focused on the dividend. The question isn’t really whether this will affect profits, it’s how much it will affect them. Even with interest rates falling, refinancing is likely to mean lower profits over the next few years. If the firm’s cost of debt rises to 6%, the increase will likely be around £10m annually. NewRiver’s pre-tax income is around £32m, so a £10m increase is clearly significant. But the company does have some key strengths that can help limit the overall effect. NewRiver is in the process of selling off some of its weaker properties to generate cash. And some of this has been used to strengthen the firm’s balance sheet. Combined with strong occupancy and collection metrics, this should help limit borrowing cost increases. But this isn’t the only thing the company has been using its cash for. NewRiver has also been buying back its own shares. And with the stock trading at a 30% discount to the firm’s net asset value per share, this looks like a good move. It’s also a strong sign the company’s management is confident about the balance sheet. In other words, the risk of higher costs is real, but it doesn’t look like an existential threat. There’s a lot to like about NewRiver REIT from an investment perspective. Retail isn’t the most dynamic growth industry, but the firm has a diversified mix of reliable tenants. Investors need to take a look at the upcoming debt maturities. But the company is making moves to strengthen its balance sheet, which might go some way towards offsetting this risk. With a dividend yield close to 10%, passive income investors might well think there’s an opportunity worth considering here. And my view is they’d be right to do so. The post Why this 9.71% dividend yield might be a rare passive income opportunity appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if NewRiver REIT plc made the list? More reading Stephen Wright has no position in any of the shares mentioned. The Motley Fool UK has no position in any of the shares mentioned. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
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A 50% discount to NAV makes this REIT’s 9.45% dividend yield impossible for me to ignore
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Regional REIT (LSE:RGL) shares are trading at around half the firm’s net asset value (NAV). And I think that means passive income investors have to take a look at the real estate investment trust’s 9.45% dividend yield. Let’s be realistic – there’s no way to get a risk-free return of 9.45%. But there’s a real chance the stock market is overestimating the significance of the firm’s challenges at the moment. Please note that tax treatment depends on the individual circumstances of each client and may be subject to change in future. The content in this article is provided for information purposes only. It is not intended to be, neither does it constitute, any form of tax advice. Regional REIT looks like a pretty unappealing business on the surface. As the name suggests, it owns a portfolio of commercial properties – mostly offices – largely located outside the M25. Now, artificial intelligence (AI) might mean that nobody ever goes to an office again and this would be a big problem. But more realistically, demand for office space has been weaker than it was before the pandemic. This shows up in the firm’s metrics. The worst thing for a landlord is empty buildings and around 25% of the firm’s portfolio is vacant – and that’s a lot compared to other REITs. There’s also a debt maturity coming in August 2026 and the average lease has around three years, which isn’t long. Given all of this, why on earth would anyone take a second look at the stock? One thing to note about Regional REIT is that its shares trade at a 50% discount to the firm’s net asset value (NAV). And I think that’s hugely important from an investment perspective. While the firm’s overall occupancy rate is around 75%, it has a class of high-quality assets that are much more popular. Occupancy in this part of the portfolio is around 88%. These core assets are valued at £458m by themselves. And that’s about £35m more than the entire firm’s market value (£162m) and its net debt (£262m) combined. I think that means investors don’t really need to worry about the weaker parts of the portfolio. The company’s looking to sell them off and anything it gets is a bonus. From a passive income perspective, the stock looks very attractive. The 9.45% dividend’s fully covered and it looks set to remain that way even with the portfolio divestitures. Selling off assets should result in lower rental income. But if Regional REIT uses the proceeds to pay down debt, the net result should be that earnings go up. This is because the net initial yields in this part of the portfolio are below the firm’s average cost of debt. So it should be able to more than offset the falling income. As a result, I expect Regional REIT’s dividend to stay covered for the foreseeable future. And that makes an opportunity for income investors that’s actually hard to ignore. Regional REIT isn’t exactly a looker. When I look closely at the business though, I think the stock’s impossible to ignore. The discounted valuation means the weaker assets can largely be left aside. The company’s plan to sell these off should strengthen earnings and dividend coverage. That’s why the stock’s going on my list of shares to buy next year. The post A 50% discount to NAV makes this REIT’s 9.45% dividend yield impossible for me to ignore appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Regional REIT Limited made the list? More reading Stephen Wright has no position in any of the shares mentioned. The Motley Fool UK has no position in any of the shares mentioned. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
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2 top-notch growth shares I want in my Stocks and Shares ISA in 2026
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It has been another positive year for my Stocks and Shares ISA. But 2025 will soon be in the rear-view mirror. Therefore, I’m thinking about which shares I want in my ISA at some point in 2026. Here are two of them. The first stock is Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB), which frustratingly has surged by more than 150% this year while I’ve sat on the sidelines. This includes a 67% jump in the past month after the rocket and spacecraft maker announced its largest contract ever, worth up to $816m. This is to build a missile-defence constellation of 18 satellites for the US Space Force. Rocket Lab also wrapped up 2025 by successfully completing a record 21 launches of its Electron rocket. The last mission deployed the QPS-SAR-15 satellite for iQPS, a Japanese Earth-imaging company. The record cements Electron as both America’s preeminent small launch provider and the world’s most frequently-launched small-lift orbital rocket. Rocket Lab Looking ahead, Wall Street anticipates a doubling of revenue over the next two years, from $600m in 2025 to $1.2bn by 2027. The company is also expected to turn — or be close to turning — profitable over this period. However, there are risks, as always. Rocket Lab has delayed the first launch of its larger reusable Neutron rocket to 2026. If this is pushed back again, or Neutron fails and needs to be redesigned, the firm’s timeline for profitability could be delayed. The key risk I see here though is valuation. After reaching for the stars, the stock is ending 2025 at roughly 65 times sales. So there are very rosy growth expectations already baked in here. As such, I would prefer to invest in the stock at a MUCH cheaper price. So Rocket Lab remains on my watchlist. The second stock — Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) — needs no introduction. Whether it’s online shopping, Alexa, Kindle, Twitch, Fire TV, or Prime Video, hardly a household in the UK escapes the tech giant’s commercial tentacles. However, despite Amazon’s continued dominance in e-commerce and cloud computing, the stock has actually underperformed the S&P 500 over the past five years. And it’s up just 6% in 2025, as I write (30 December). I think this presents me with a potential buying opportunity, as the stock is trading near its lowest level ever on some key metrics. In Q3, sales at its cloud computing unit (AWS) surged 20% to $33bn, the fastest pace since 2022. But as the vast majority of global IT spending moves to the cloud in future years, management sees a multi-hundred-billion dollar opportunity for AWS. Also, Amazon is now the third-largest digital ad player globally, behind Google and Meta. This ad revenue is very profitable and also has a long runway of growth ahead. Finally, Amazon has over 1m robots operating in its fulfilment centres worldwide. These hold out the promise of boosting efficiency and improving retail margins over time. Admittedly, Amazon does face intense competition from Microsoft and Google in cloud computing, and the likes of TikTok Shop and Temu globally in e-commerce. However, I suspect this high-quality stock is due a comeback, and I wouldn’t mind owning it if and when that happens. Note, Amazon is on track to generate $1trn in annual revenue before 2030. The post 2 top-notch growth shares I want in my Stocks and Shares ISA in 2026 appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Rocket Lab USA made the list? More reading Ben McPoland has no position in any of the shares mentioned. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Alphabet, Amazon, Meta Platforms, and Microsoft. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
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How can we get started building a passive income ISA in 2026?
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A Stocks and Shares ISA is my absolute top choice for building up a long-term passive income pot. And as we enter the New Year, I expect many potential investors will be planning to get started before the current ISA year ends. Moving from planning to putting it into action is the first hurdle. And it can be down to just not being sure of how to tie all the steps and options together. So here’s a few suggestions that new investors might want to consider. The first step I reckon we should take is to just start getting the cash transferred into our ISA. Whether it’s a lump sum or regular payments, we don’t have to decide what to buy in any hurry. Paying in before the April deadline and buying shares after it is fine, and doesn’t affect our new ISA allowance. Once the cash is in, we have to think about the best strategy. Many people will assume passive income means we should buy shares that pay good dividends. And once we retire and want to start drawing income, that can make a lot of sense. But in the years before then, it really doesn’t matter what kind of stocks we buy. Wise investors use their dividends to buy more shares during the build-up years. And all that really counts is the total return. Anyone who bought Rolls-Royce Holdings shares five years ago, for example, would today be sitting on a 900% gain. And selling the shares could help fund a pretty sizeable investment in dividend stocks today. Saying that, going for shares that pay good dividends is possibly the most popular strategy among passive income investors. And reinvesting the cash every year in new shares is key to the plan. Let’s imagine someone who invests £500 per month and earns 5% in dividends per year plus 2% in share price rises — a total return very close to the past 20-year FTSE 100 average. If they took out and spent their dividends, share price rises could push their ISA total to £147,000 in 20 years. But using the dividends to buy new shares could boost that to £255,000. And higher yields would make an even bigger difference. Aviva (LSE: AV.) is one of my favourite stocks for passive income, with a 5.4% forecast dividend yield. And since I first bought some before CEO Amanda Blanc shook the company up, the share price has risen nicely too. But before anyone considers joining me and buying some, I want to make the the main risk clear. And then I’ll explain why I’m happy to take it. The thing is, the insurance sector can be notoriously cyclical — after all, the nature of the business is to take on other people’s risk. Dividends are never guaranteed with any stock, and I suspect Aviva’s will fluctuate more than most. And the reason I’m not too worried? I invest for the long term, which helps smooth out short-term ups and downs in dividends and share prices. But don’t forget — whatever strategy we choose, getting the money in is the key first step. The post How can we get started building a passive income ISA in 2026? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Aviva plc made the list? More reading Alan Oscroft has positions in Aviva Plc. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Rolls-Royce Plc. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
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Seeking New Year bargains? FTSE 100 index shares remain on sale!
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The FTSE 100 index of UK shares has delivered bumper returns in 2025. Up 18%, it’s on course to deliver its best performance since 2009. Yet despite these gains, the Footsie’s still a great place to hunt for bargains, in my view. Take Fresnillo (LSE:FRES), Rio Tinto (LSE:RIO) and Babcock International (LSE:BAB) for instance, which today trade at rock-bottom prices. Want to know what makes them top cheap shares to consider? Read on… Rocketing gold and silver prices have supercharged Fresnillo’s share price 398% in 2025. Yet based on next year’s earnings, the Mexican miner’s shares still look dirt cheap. City analysts forecast a 36% profits increase in 2026. This leaves it trading on a price-to-earnings growth (PEG) ratio of 0.6, well inside bargain territory of 1 and below. There’s no guarantee of course that precious metals will keep rising. A resurgent US dollar alone could put paid to further price increases, denting Fresnillo’s profits forecasts. But on balance, I’m expecting another year of monster gains. Gold’s just touched new peaks above $4,500 an ounce. Silver’s burst above $72 for the first time, too, as investor jitters grow. Growing tensions surrounding US economic and foreign policy, expectations of sustained interest rate cuts, and strong gold buying from central banks could all drive more significant price gains in 2026. Surging commodity prices have also lifted Rio Tinto, up 25% since 1 January. Yet with a PEG ratio of 0.8 for 2026, the mega-miner still offers phenomenal value. A 5.2% dividend yield underlines its status as a top value stock. Industrial metals are rocketing in price as supply pressures mount. Copper — a key commodity for the FTSE 100 miner — just struck new peaks above $12,000 a tonne. And prices are tipped to keep increasing as production problems persist, worsened by a lack of new capacity coming online, and demand from China picks up. City brokers think Rio Tinto’s earnings will rise 16% next year. Be mindful though, that fresh bickering around trade tariffs might put estimates in danger. Babcock International’s been one of the best-performing large-caps in 2025. Up 150%, its ascent reflects the company’s enormous discount to the broader defence sector. The company now trades on a forward price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 22.6 times. That doesn’t scream value on paper, sure. But it still means Babcock shares still trade at a large discount to the broader European defence industry (30 times). The defence sector’s highly competitive, and UK specialists could fall behind if they miss out on the EU’s defence fund. But improving relations between the UK and union members, combined with the strategic necessity of such a deal, means entry’s more than likely, in my view. This could give the share prices of FTSE 100 companies like Babcock a further significant shot in the arm. Reflecting a strong outlook for defence spending, City analysts expect Babcock’s earnings to rise 10% this financial year (to March 2026), and another 11% in fiscal 2027. The post Seeking New Year bargains? FTSE 100 index shares remain on sale! appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Babcock International Group PLC made the list? More reading Royston Wild has no position in any of the shares mentioned. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Fresnillo Plc. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
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Will the crashed Diageo share price rebound 63% in 2026?
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Let’s not beat around the bush. 2025 has proved an utterly disastrous year for Diageo (LSE:DGE) and its share price. Down 37% since 1 January, the Guinness manufacturer’s shares have pushed deeper into a long-term slump. And a tough outlook for the alcoholic drinks market suggests more pain could be to come. Or could it? A look at the average share price forecasts of City brokers suggests a sharp recovery’s on the horizon. Twenty two brokers currently offer ratings on the FTSE 100 company. Their average 12-month price target is £20.47 per share, up 29% from today’s £15.88. But one especially bullish analyst thinks Diageo can reach for the stars, predicting a share price of £25.95. That represents a 63% premium to current levels. So what could supercharge Diageo shares in the new year? Diageo’s price slump has come as consumers have trimmed spending on non-essentials. Alcoholic drinks never used to fall into this category. But amid growing teetotalism among Gen Z’ers, and older people also reducing what they drink, cutting out booze isn’t the chore it used to be. Diageo’s pivot towards premium drinks in recent years hasn’t helped it in this climate either. But its woes aren’t just about people having less money in their pocket. People are also consuming less alcohol as the healthy living trend accelerates. In this respect, the boom in weight-loss jabs like Ozempic isn’t helping Diageo’s case. Reflecting this, the business cut guidance last month after sales failed to grow last quarter. It now expects organic net sales to be “flat to slightly down” this financial year (to June 2026), reflecting pressures in the US and China. But with economic conditions improving in key markets, could Diageo’s sales rev back into life? I’m quietly optimistic they can. Critically for the company, US economic growth smashed forecasts in Q3, hitting two-year highs of 4.3%. Diageo makes roughly 40% of revenues from North American drinkers, so this could be a big deal. Sales volumes could also benefit in the US (and further afield) if, as widely expected, central banks continue trimming interest rates. I’m also encouraged by Diageo’s early attempts to adapt to changing consumer tastes. The rollout of Guinness 0.0 has surpassed all expectations, with sales rising by double-digit percentages last year. It’s no surprise then, that the firm’s rapidly expanding its portfolio of non-alcoholic drinks. It’s also important to stress that drinkers in Diageo’s emerging markets aren’t turning their back on alcohol. The outlook here remains bright for drinks makers — Grand View Research expects Asia Pacific to drive average annual growth of 8.4% in the global drinks market to 2033. Under the leadership of recovery specialist Dave Lewis, I’m optimistic we could see a turnaround take shape from next year. I expect the company’s new chief to unleash bold changes — from accelerating cost-cutting to divesting underperforming brands — that could also rekindle investor demand for Diageo shares. The FTSE stock currently commands a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 13.2 times. This is a multi-year low, and it could provide the platform for Diageo’s share price to surge if news flow begins to indeed improve. On balance, I think it’s a top recovery stock to consider. The post Will the crashed Diageo share price rebound 63% in 2026? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Diageo plc made the list? More reading Royston Wild has positions in Diageo Plc. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Diageo Plc. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
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Why 2026 is Keir Starmer's make or break year
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Angela Constance's remarks about Prof Alexis Jay are to be independently investigated to determine if they breached the ministerial code.
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More than 30 new laws have been created this year, including these lesser-known bits of legislation.
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Papers reveal Blair said voters had no appetite for more Welsh powers
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The Home Office says Kinshasa has failed to agree to measures allowing the return of illegal immigrants and foreign national offenders.
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Trade unionist Paul Nowak says he wants to see the "closest possible" economic relationship with the EU.
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The government has now said it will lift the intended threshold from £1m to £2.5m.
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Councillor Manjula Sood, who served Leicester throughout her political career, dies aged 80.
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College of Policing chair says a "sensible" new approach is needed, focused on the most serious incidents.
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English councils warned against adopting four-day week
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Local Government Secretary Steve Reed has told council leaders to not introduce four-day working weeks.
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Justice secretary's grooming gang comments probed for code breach
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Angela Constance has been accused of misrepresenting Prof Alexis Jay's position on public inquiries into child sexual abuse and exploitation.
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2025-12-22T17:53:18+00:00
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Lib Dems write to human rights watchdog over election delays
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The government has indicated it would postpone elections if requested by local authorities.
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2025-12-22T13:06:29+00:00
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Hen cages and pig farrowing crates face ban
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The government says its animal welfare strategy will bring "the biggest reforms in a generation".
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2025-12-22T03:25:49+00:00
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UK lacks 'coherent' social mobility plan, top government adviser says
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The chair of the Social Mobility Commission has called on the prime minister to set out a clearer strategy.
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2025-12-21T09:20:31+00:00
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Call for time limits on public inquiries as costs soar
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MSPs have recommended changes as they revealed almost £260m has been spent on Scotland's public inquiries since 2007.
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2025-12-21T19:33:59+00:00
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King's Foundation chair and nominee peer admits 'misleading' doctorate claim
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Dame Ann Limb tells the Sunday Times she did not complete a doctorate previously listed on her CV.
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a72ea5e9b6a0bd6723b4c1a3771574500a1253ae711842663bdf455454f38e57
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2025-12-21T19:12:05+00:00
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Labour MSP to quit Holyrood over links to sex offender
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Pam Duncan-Glancy stood down as the party's education spokeswoman earlier this month after admitting a "serious error of judgement".
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2025-12-22T16:30:29+00:00
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Plymouth elections go ahead but Exeter undecided
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Elections due to be held in Exeter in May could still be cancelled.
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93a2b3a7461ec547d702c7a29e687cd3826308bae5fb1268ab0741c17008b2ae
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2025-12-21T13:12:58+00:00
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No evidence Reform broke electoral law, watchdog says
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The Electoral Commission says it had not identified evidence of rule-breaking in Nigel Farage's campaign in Clacton.
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03a13ad208ee334e7eb71059becc17c4ce66b0dcf637025a4f200617c95806cb
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2025-12-19T18:22:00+00:00
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Foreign prison officers exempted from stricter visa rules
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It follows warnings some jails were facing a staffing crisis after salary requirements were raised.
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2e0b70ebf6ee15dc541cd9fc14f36e98cbb99210fa082324d2a5fed5d67d9336
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2025-12-24T10:26:37+00:00
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Starmer backs down in farm tax row - but why now?
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A U-turn on inheritance tax plans for farmers raises more questions about political judgement in government.
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0402a014dd36a3833dc987055c59eef67726ba0c93caf0ceb573f96390ba0e84
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2025-12-23T16:06:34+00:00
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Track UK's latest migration numbers - including asylum, visas and small boats
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Use our interactive tracker to explore the latest migration statistics for the UK
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1596b8921599186d50141013386bc169a42917fb4f34e399efd1b16edf708b33
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2025-12-15T17:31:34+00:00
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How is Keir Starmer getting on with his pledges to deliver change?
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At the end of 2024, Keir Starmer announced key government targets including on NHS waiting lists and building new homes, how is he getting on?
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bc3197c7aaa25fdf89ab5b35a97211f8a37ddb935a0e981768f41689cb1de443
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2025-12-18T06:16:48+00:00
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The 'fed up' Scottish town that voted for Reform UK
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Why did the people of Whitburn - and nearby Blackburn - choose Nigel Farage's party over others?
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cdbdc85568ea7e035daa73c90eddfdc86a0e435c500fb474a20c4e66fc2558e8
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2025-12-18T11:16:47+00:00
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How did the courts backlog get so bad?
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There are now 79,600 outsanding criminal cases in England and Wales - a record high. BBC Verify looks at how we got here.
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fefb3cf6a9a0efdbc860d5fedc03d5f93ea39119d35d95f3abffc6a369c8650f
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2025-12-12T15:45:31+00:00
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What's happening with the assisted dying bill?
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It's more than a year since MPs first backed the proposed legislation but it still needs to be approved by peers.
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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c78vv47x422o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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94300c2f778dbaa428f5f5b838a91c589e3baa8dd51012937977802da25418ce
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2025-12-06T09:33:29+00:00
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Charities welcome new law banning puppy smuggling
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But some are worried that the ban will have consequences for rare dog breeders and those who rescue dogs from overseas.
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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8dy6395dqyo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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db5704f29bd80c5d2f8ea5dba815fffd3f44d7018c56a597e9cca4420f6b0daf
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2025-12-04T10:10:34+00:00
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Henry Zeffman: Less than meets the eye to Starmer's words on Brexit
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This week, the PM was trying to set the scene for what is to come on the UK-EU relationship, sources say.
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58eeafe8f2b8667bbc2d1c07d586beca5a40ff91c463a106655ae64f6d6b4436
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2025-12-04T06:11:49+00:00
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Is Scottish Labour on the brink of Westminster revolt?
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The prime minister is set to visit Scotland later, but there are murmurings of discontent among his MPs.
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f96ae41fbc2394cee8a0133c678da0abeb287c67141049a9335d8e1d5d0ae948
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2025-12-03T01:43:29+00:00
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The controversy over the collapsed China spy case explained
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The government is facing questions about why the case collapsed just weeks before a trial was due to go ahead.
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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ceq057734w1o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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a5eb0b62cd41a4ebff306e2904a58965d62d095e0b5a9af8a6f0950b3ce87895
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2025-12-01T00:39:12+00:00
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Feuds, boycotts and the birth of Your Party
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The path to this weekend's founding conference has been overshadowed by splits in the party.
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64c34cb40b0b5da54dc523dcb3f7aefeca4a8a43a832d1c6001042b7580ff4ce
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2025-11-26T19:35:05+00:00
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Budget 2025: Key points at a glance
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Changes to tax, pensions and welfare - here’s what you need to know from Rachel Reevesher second Budget.
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194db83d67ebc8786d5456d1a6a31250f4dae7db9002e6cf5012361a8361acf9
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2025-11-25T12:01:11+00:00
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Who is Rachel Reeves?
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It has been a turbulent year for Rachel Reeves, who before winning power had promised to be an "iron" chancellor.
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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cw4ywl7w820o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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0638f740a78b77849bbbd17985ad81ac2af773f91f7c21869881491d1a3d9b3c
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2025-11-20T18:01:47+00:00
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Lockdown could have been avoided - key findings from Covid inquiry
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The long-awaited report is published into how well or badly the government handled the Covid pandemic.
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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpq1q49r08go?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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f4998687d81ad03f21eb4503a4a92fe185298e1d42ad0e2f0099a90a93c97cc0
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2025-11-23T02:46:31+00:00
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Could the Budget help turn Generation Z into generation debt?
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There's growing concern that current tax and spending policies help pensioners, but are unfair on younger generations.
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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvg15q2dgl7o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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efc12964b9c6ceefadbb8d5882222a852ee5fe210cec83ebe606df9b180502fc
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2025-11-13T17:18:51+00:00
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Who is Starmer's chief of staff Morgan McSweeney?
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Morgan McSweeney is credited with masterminding Labour's landslide election victory.
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e5f2784b0ece18aa3ecd571e380252e22d1df356f13baca80efaf78811997bc9
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2025-10-25T10:25:15+00:00
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Who is new deputy Labour leader Lucy Powell?
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A Labour activist since the age of nine, the Manchester MP has promised to be a voice for party members.
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a954a6e8e4d1998901b386b302a15e00bd4e9aea305ce64b39f60c89be7c6143
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2025-12-01T17:56:15+00:00
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Chris Mason: Why, in my judgement, Reeves was misleading on one specific point
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The Chancellor chose not to share some information on tax receipts in an unusual press conference, given before the Budget.
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a013abf0f1af33708a2bdb7e8c9da5055fc083b9dc2bda092068f11d55d64503
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2025-11-25T17:58:16+00:00
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Rachel Reeves will be hoping this Budget buys her some time
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Deep unpopularity in the country and jittery Labour MPs is the prism through which both the countdown to this Budget and its aftermath should be seen.
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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz68jedylvxo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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World & Politics
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d789a8bf42804c0d1f691d6573eb86702169ee79424565b9d311f1364a235993
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2025-11-19T05:01:13+00:00
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MP's aide reported suspected China LinkedIn approach
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Despite the government's efforts to thaw tensions with Beijing, MPs were warned this week of spying threats from China.
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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1k091l2w1yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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8ca92c0f9e9e4285daff3bae1917c315289282293d9f93ce1a439652b7d0e610
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2025-11-13T08:45:20+00:00
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Where does mudslinging over leadership leave Starmer's government?
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The Prime Minister is "incandescent" at way all of this has played out, writes BBC's political editor.
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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5yl60yp9g6o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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World & Politics
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4e0cfabd6340b2117713ceb6c67ce93f56d87283d22903fe5e0ab2347d4c7cda
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2025-12-13T16:00:59+00:00
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2025 was a crazy year in politics. But 2026 could be wild
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Reform’s rise, Labour’s woes and Trump’s presence have changed our politics. What will the next 12 months bring?
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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2dd3yewl5o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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World & Politics
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d327b73da51d9c6c5c5bdf1f4fcf52cd3052814b908873e3fe3dc25b57be791d
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2025-12-06T16:05:54+00:00
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Young people are getting a 'raw deal', and that's good news for the Greens and Reform
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Frustration among voters under 30 is widespread, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvg87j86xg3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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World & Politics
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71a087428f0ba973f1f3249b5a0be42a526be71981434148e4e3d03bf3c51943
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2025-11-29T15:14:47+00:00
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Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour?
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Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.
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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqlk5gd3kv9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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World & Politics
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1d6e853617d3bea8a50dc478547ac75e5a32741bff70a1e7dba1037e19054bc2
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2025-11-25T00:00:03+00:00
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Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful?
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Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"
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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clyx9n5p7v7o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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World & Politics
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030b935ce4a28c15bffa0345204e5d6383d447b21f51c1944859c79ad17fd1c3
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2025-12-17T22:57:23+00:00
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Watch: The 'fed up' Scottish town that voted for Reform UK
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Reform won a surprise victory in a council by-election in West Lothian - their first win in Scotland.
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https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cvg14r93v13o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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ffa2aecf51b90214923d3de3b1f1f051adb93cf8090f8f2bcf526e3903fe6514
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2025-12-15T00:30:00+00:00
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The Interview
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Dame Jacinda Ardern talks about empathetic leadership in the time of populism
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3ct7x0p?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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World & Politics
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15658883bc01322350cd78d0a9fa7f836aed0a63d9129be790756caa920f15a9
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2025-12-14T10:23:10+00:00
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Acting Reform UK council leader says it is time to 'move on'
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Former leader Ian Cooper had his membership of Reform UK revoked after being accused of making racist comments on social media.
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https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c5y939j8478o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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World & Politics
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ad2bc3b332dd5aaeef98d1973635aa649f3768139853f9e01423f5af9ee122da
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2025-12-10T17:03:11+00:00
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PMQs: Starmer dismisses 'caretaker PM' label as Badenoch attacks government's record
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Starmer dismisses 'caretaker PM' label from Badenoch at PMQs
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World & Politics
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0c955e2d424090ae326160e2db5ee99c562304e121813ac26ff487e0b35b97f7
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2025-12-31T03:20:36+00:00
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Ukraine knocks countries that condemned alleged attempt to attack Putin compound
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Ukraine’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha on Tuesday condemned statements alleging that Kyiv initiated an attack on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s compound.  “We were disappointed and concerned to see the statements by Emirati, Indian, and Pakistani sides expressing their concerns regarding the attack that never happened,” Sybiha wrote in a post on X. “It…
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https://thehill.com/policy/international/5667587-ukraine-denies-putin-attack/
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e1203c4f1fbac4ed67f8e30b78df925f6b1f6e3e4a0d6c789ba566dc82780e23
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2025-12-31T02:13:16+00:00
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Eric Adams says he plans to attend Mamdani inauguration
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New York Mayor Eric Adams (D) said he would attend the inauguration of Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani (D) despite a disparaging campaign season.  Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) is set to swear in Mamdani, while Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is also set to introduce the newly elected mayor. “We communicated this afternoon, and he made it clear that…
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https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/5667398-eric-adams-says-he-plans-to-attend-mamdani-inauguration/
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World & Politics
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87fd6f7e849417b32d916cac6009d42d1d1140e0bb7e051927c781debd52ca6d
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2025-12-31T02:11:02+00:00
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Democrat wins Iowa state Senate race, blocking GOP from regaining supermajority
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Democrat Renee Hardman won a special election for state Senate in Iowa on Tuesday, preventing Republicans from regaining a supermajority in the chamber, Decision Desk HQ projects. Hardman, the West Des Moines mayor pro tempore, defeated Republican Lucas Loftin to fill the seat that has been vacant since state Sen. Claire Celsi (D) died in…
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https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5666914-democrat-rene-hardman-wins/
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World & Politics
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4921ab046f38bb5653b4cbe46508c9a9da7428948c30e1cca83893d6f6ddf33a
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2025-12-31T01:38:33+00:00
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Trump’s CIA strike on Venezuela keeps options open, but carries risks
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The CIA’s recent drone strike on a Venezuelan port facility keeps President Trump’s options open in the country as he intensifies his pressure campaign, effectively expanding U.S. attacks onto land without committing the U.S. to an invasion of Venezuela. However, the commander in chief’s disclosure of the covert operations during a radio interview last week…
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https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5667497-trump-venezuela-covert-operation/
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World & Politics
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086bf03aab8629e4914157872d966476a6a6a40915de9bac6f92d689ed9c1f38
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2025-12-31T01:10:36+00:00
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What action has Trump administration taken in Minnesota since viral fraud video?
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The Trump administration has ramped up scrutiny of Minnesota’s social services programs amid allegations of fraud. Independent journalist Nick Shirley released a video detailing his investigation into the issue on Friday, sparking a renewed interest into the allegations. The Department of Justice (DOJ) has charged 98 people in connection with its sweeping probe into the…
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https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5667449-trump-administration-fraud-minnesota/
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World & Politics
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927993a6f60b1ef58a89dd9df4cc40597f83a38e13a813e0c068a31e6bc3f4c0
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2025-12-30T23:44:07+00:00
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Who is Nick Shirley, YouTuber who made viral Minnesota fraud video?
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YouTuber Nick Shirley became a viral sensation overnight after posting a 42-minute video documenting his hunt for fraudulent child care programs in Minnesota. Shirley’s video has been viewed more than 100 million times on the social platform X and shows him visiting day care centers receiving public funds. The 23-year-old alleged that multiple local centers…
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https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/5667426-minnesota-daycare-fraud-exposed/
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World & Politics
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46fe32164cae221e75ea8fb4662612b87cd57879e942027d801d66b8801db6c8
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2025-12-30T23:32:11+00:00
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Trump renews Powell threats
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Welcome to The Hill’s Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy   The Big Story  Trump threatens to fight Powell as end of term nears President Trump told reporters he was considering bringing a lawsuit against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for “gross incompetence” as he complained about renovations to the…
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https://thehill.com/newsletters/business-economy/5667436-trump-renews-powell-threats/
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World & Politics
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5f489282d916680fafee4fea0cee7260f2a1fdadcd0ac37eeeae9dead6a797a3
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2025-12-30T23:27:31+00:00
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Judge links push for Abrego Garcia prosecution to top DOJ officials
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Top Department of Justice (DOJ) officials may have been involved in the government’s push to prosecute Kilmar Abrego Garcia, which only came after his wrongful deportation, a federal judge overseeing the Salvadoran migrant’s criminal case revealed in an order unsealed Tuesday. Though the government has previously said Robert McGuire, the acting U.S. attorney for the…
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https://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/5667326-doj-officials-abrego-prosecution/
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World & Politics
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1b4df0566095314508fb3494f44e5ed0f7760d92882503c103e313fb12d86458
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2025-12-30T23:17:18+00:00
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HHS freezes child care payments to Minnesota, requires photo evidence across country
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The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is pausing all child care payments to Minnesota, amid a sweeping federal probe into allegations of fraud within the state’s social services programs.  Citing a video released Friday by independent journalist Nick Shirley detailing his investigation into day care centers and other businesses, HHS Deputy Secretary Jim…
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https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/5667412-federal-probe-minnesota-fraud/
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World & Politics
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649ada5de9ba78466a713b3243245515d570a594700a667a0a3e7a0d945dd776
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2025-12-30T22:48:30+00:00
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Dr. Oz calls flu vaccine ‘controversial of late’
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Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, on Tuesday called the seasonal flu vaccine “controversial of late” and advised various Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiatives as ways to “overcome” the virus. Appearing on Newsmax, Oz spoke on this year’s flu season, which has been marked by a more severe strain…
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https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5667218-flu-shot-effectiveness-debate/
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f08295cb3fade2fa5fa0d74c58ad2e54b9278b5f82b12564ab35f767adc59574
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2025-12-30T22:23:40+00:00
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ICE accuses Politico reporter of ‘inciting violence against federal agents’
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) claimed Tuesday that Politico reporter Josh Gerstein was “inciting violence against federal agents.” Gerstein, a senior legal affairs reporter at the outlet, said Monday on the social platform X, “At some point, the amateur effort to knock on doors of home daycares intersects with robust stand-your-ground laws.” The post referred…
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https://thehill.com/homenews/media/5667307-federal-agents-investigation-minnesota/
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2025-12-30T22:21:16+00:00
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Luntz: Second shutdown over health care would be ‘very painful’ for Republicans
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Pollster Frank Luntz said Tuesday that Republicans would face an uphill battle with voters if the government shuts down in January over health care policy. “The shutdown that we experienced, the longest ever in American history, started off hurting Democrats more than Republicans; ended up hurting President Trump more than anybody else,” Luntz said during…
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https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5667204-government-shutdown-republican-pain/
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World & Politics
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2025-12-30T22:19:30+00:00
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Flu activity is surging across US: Here’s what to know
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Flu activity is rising sharply across the country, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), with some areas seeing record-high numbers of illnesses. The numbers come as experts brace for a particularly harsh season driven by a new, mutated variant of the virus that is circulating widely. According to…
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https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5667271-cdc-reports-flu-activity-rising/
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2025-12-30T22:15:05+00:00
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Live updates: Trump administration halts Minnesota child care payments amid fraud scandal
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The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced Tuesday that it is halting all child care payments to Minnesota, as the Trump administration has put fresh attention on a years-long fraud scandal in the North Star State. “We have frozen all child care payments to the state of Minnesota,” HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O’Neill…
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https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5666357-live-updates-trump-venezuela-minnesota/
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World & Politics
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f63a8298f9b1ca768958465272b46f04012103d6299e624de6ef4e83f908bc97
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2025-12-30T21:57:27+00:00
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7 Kennedy Center acts that canceled amid Trump’s takeover
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President Trump has overseen a series of dramatic changes at the Kennedy Center since taking office at the beginning of the year. The most significant shifts came in two waves, both of which resulted in artists canceling performances in protest of Trump’s takeover of the cultural institution. In February, Trump replaced multiple board members with…
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https://thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/5667236-trump-kennedy-center-changes/
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World & Politics
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2025-12-30T21:54:06+00:00
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Border Patrol commander: We’re going to be in Chicago ‘for years’
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U.S. Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino said Tuesday federal immigration enforcement officers would remain in Chicago “for years,” even after months of controversy surrounding the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigrants in the Windy City. “If you think we’re done with Chicago, you’d better check yourself before you wreck yourself,” Bovino wrote in a statement on…
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https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/5667158-bovino-cbp-chicago-operation/
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World & Politics
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2025-12-30T21:46:24+00:00
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US measles cases surpass 2,000 this year
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The number of recorded measles cases in the U.S. during 2025 has officially exceeded 2,000 just before the end of the year, a bleak punctuation on what has been the worst spread of measles the country has seen in decades. As of Dec. 23, the U.S. has reported 2,012 measles cases, with the vast majority…
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https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5666810-measles-outbreak-texas-2025/
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World & Politics
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6417c74b6be5f621d401f3a6344f4003441106a9b9a5c89ca4ce2ef01c006f69
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2025-12-30T21:24:29+00:00
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Russia vows tougher negotiating stance after blaming Ukraine for attack
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Russia on Tuesday said it will take a tougher position in talks on ending its nearly four-year war in Ukraine after it claimed Kyiv attacked a Russian presidential residence, an accusation that Kyiv has denied. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha also on Tuesday said that Russia has not given any evidence of an alleged early…
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https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5667179-trump-zelensky-peace-deal/
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World & Politics
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b82fdfeb2f60c91f47e6ae67b0afaf15f395e7b63b126d6f28372843967de303
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2025-12-30T21:00:00+00:00
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Live results: Democrats retain Iowa state Senate seat in special election
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Iowa Democrats have held onto a critical state Senate seat in a special election Tuesday. Democrat Renee Hardman and Republican Lucas Loftin are vying for the seat in the Des Moines-area 16th District. The seat was vacated after its previous occupant, state Sen. Claire Celsi (D), died in October. If Republicans had flipped the seat,…
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https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5665438-special-election-iowa-senate/
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World & Politics
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ce7824d80f02a079cbf64bdb0241e2284378fe4a041947bec625d5aace976dbc
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2025-12-30T20:55:26+00:00
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Grand jury secures indictment against DC pipe bomb suspect, but judge hits pause
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A federal magistrate judge said Tuesday a local grand jury has secured a federal indictment against the suspect in the D.C. pipe bomb case, but he has not yet accepted it. Judge Matthew Sharbaugh said at a hearing that a D.C. Superior Court grand jury approved an indictment against Brian Cole Jr. on the two federal charges already alleged in a complaint. The case stems from…
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https://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/5667142-dc-bomb-case-grand-jury/
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World & Politics
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2025-12-30T20:49:15+00:00
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Rove: Public ‘tiring’ of Trump
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Republican strategist Karl Rove on Monday said Americans are tiring of President Trump’s whirlwind of retribution and offensive comments as his first year back in office draws to a close. “There are signs that the public is tiring of his hyperbole and insatiable desire for retribution. Increasingly, they may hear only the offensive or cruel…
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https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5667035-rove-trump-fatigue/
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World & Politics
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2b1a24f2d4b0f0ef5e4e8a12a4fc69d2ff1442a046112741a718d264517418c4
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2025-12-30T19:49:54+00:00
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Israel’s president denies telling Trump Netanyahu pardon ‘on its way’
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Israeli President Isaac Herzog has issued a statement contradicting President Trump’s claim that the two had a conversation in which Herzog said a pardon for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was “on its way.” Trump has derided the charges against the Israeli prime minister and asked Herzog in October, during a visit to Israel, to…
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https://thehill.com/policy/international/5667009-israeli-president-trump-netanyahu-pardon/
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World & Politics
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9030dfbcc6dc560c0f8fc1f14193b1baab03849ac22d0107c23b67d37568e3c3
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2025-12-30T19:49:19+00:00
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Tatiana Schlossberg dies at age 35
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Tatiana Schlossberg, an environmental journalist and granddaughter of former President John F. Kennedy, died Tuesday morning, a month after announcing her terminal cancer diagnosis. She was 35. Her family announced her death in a post on social media, writing, “Our beautiful Tatiana passed away this morning. She will always be in our hearts.” The post…
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https://thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/5667010-tatiana-schlossberg-dies-leukemia/
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World & Politics
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