As the country prepares for Donald Trump’s inauguration in 2025, the announcement of Carrie Underwood as one of the performers sparked a wave of reactions from fans and critics. The country music superstar, known for her powerful voice and chart-topping hits, is set to sing “America the Beautiful,” a choice that has left many of … Read more
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has been accused of refusing to “face up to her own failures” by “flying to Beijing” during a week of market turmoil. Shadow chancellor Mel Stride accused the chancellor of dodging tough questions as “the government lost control of the economy” while Ms Reeves visited China last week with a delegation including … Read more
The Government will “put AI into the veins” of the UK, with plans revealed today by Sir Keir Starmer. The Prime Minister is expected to promise investment, jobs and economic growth as the sector booms. It comes as his government battles allegations that it mismanaged the economy and hindered growth with last fall’s budget. The … Read more
Sir Keir Starmer has said the Treasury will be “ruthless” in cutting public spending as market turmoil continues. Responding to a question about the economic situation from Sky News’ political editor Beth Rigbyhe said: “The number one mission of this government is economic growth. “And that was provided for in the budget, but we are … Read more
The Health Secretary said the cabinet was aware of the “pressure” on Chancellor Rachel Reeves amid volatile markets and a wider, difficult economic situation – but called on the public to “give up their time “. Wes Streeting argued the public “underestimates” the “amount of heavy lifting” Ms Reeves has had to do and will … Read more
Rachel Reeves’ trip to China – the first by a British chancellor since 2019 – was always going to spark controversy. In recent years Conservative governments have kept Beijing remotely – amid concerns about espionage, the situation in Hong Kongand the treatment of Uighurs. David CameronThe so-called “golden age” of commitment to continued economic investment, … Read more
Improving Britain’s situation will be “at the forefront of the Chancellor’s concerns” during her visit to China, the Treasury has said, amid controversy over the trip. Rachel Reeves soared on Friday after ignoring calls from opposition parties to cancel the long-planned project due to domestic market turmoil. Last week saw a fall in the pound … Read more
Sir Keir Starmer has defended the decision not to compensate women affected by the pension age change – saying it would “burden” the taxpayer. The Prime Minister said he understood the concerns of Women Against State Pensions Inequalities – often known as the Waspi Women – but that their demands were not affordable. He was … Read more
Pakistan team captain Shaheen Mohammad Hurairah in a match against Sri Lanka A. – PCB The final two matches are scheduled for Bindi Stadium. Both chambers will collaborate to finalize the new dates. Islamabad witnesses violence amid PTI protests. ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), in consultation with Sri Lanka Cricket, has postponed the last … Read more
Young people will lose their benefits if they refuse to take up work and training opportunities, a minister has said before announcing measures to cut the welfare bill. Liz Kendall, work and pensions secretary, told Sky’s Sunday Morning with Trevor Phillips that “conditions” will be attached to the new skills opportunities the government intends to … Read more