It would take the average earner in the UK 52 years’ worth of earnings to become as wealthy as the richest 10%, according to new research by the Resolution Foundation. In a new report, the influential thinktank analyses the Office for National Statistics’ latest wealth and assets survey, which covers the Covid pandemic period of 2020-22.more

Water bills for millions of households in England will increase by even more than expected after the competition regulator gave the green light for five water suppliers to raise charges to customers – but rejected most of the companies’ demands.more

Incidents of very young children taking knives into primary schools have been revealed by a BBC investigation. Police in Kent recorded an assault involving a four-year-old pupil, while officers in the West Midlands reported that a six-year-old had taken a flick knife into class.more

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said today he welcomed the agreement reached on the first phase of the Gaza peace plan. He stressed that it was "a moment of profound relief felt by the whole world," especially the Israeli hostages and the civilian population of the Gaza Strip.more

The next Conservative government would abolish stamp duty on the purchase of main homes, Kemi Badenoch has said, in a surprise announcement at the end of her first conference speech as party leader. Badenoch received a standing ovation from Tory activists in Manchester as she declared: "That is how we will help achieve the dream of home ownership for millions."more

The vacant office block at 130 Fenchurch Street, known as Fountain House, will be demolished to make way for two new high-rise towers at a cost of £300 million.more

BBC Weather has predicted the exact day rain is set to hit London after four days of glorious sunshine. While London is in for a lengthy dry spell, rain is just around the corner as the capital creeps towards winter.more

The EU has announced plans to hike tariffs on imported steel in a move the UK's steel industry has said could be "perhaps the biggest crisis" it has ever faced. The commission has set out plans to cut the amount of steel that can be imported into the bloc by half - beyond which the new 50% tariffs will apply.more

Scientists say they have developed the world’s first blood test to diagnose myalgic encephalomyelitis, also known as chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). There is currently no test for the condition and patients tend to be diagnosed based on symptoms, which means many can go undiagnosed for years.more

Barclays has launched an offer which means some people could get up to £900 if they switch both their current account and ISA savings. Under a new current account deal, you can get £400 by switching to a premier current account and depositing £4,000 within 30 days. more

Royal Air Force (RAF) fighter jets patrolled the skies over Poland overnight Monday into Tuesday, the UK Defence Journal reported. A NATO official confirmed the incident, saying it was part of a mission to prevent further airspace violations by Russia.more

Research from the University of Birmingham and the University of Munich has found that frequently enjoying a greater number of international foods reduced the likelihood of perceiving immigrants as “cultural or economic threats” by a tenth.more

Up to half of patients who booked to get the COVID vaccine via the National Booking System (NBS) are not eligible under new tightened criteria. Here's all you need to know.more

The unprecedented marine heatwave of 2023 was in line with climate modelling, research shows, as scientists warn such events will become more frequent. The “unheard of” heatwave off the UK and Irish coasts during a summer of 40C temperatures raised concerns that fish, shellfish and kelp would not be able to survive.more

The Hamas terrorist attack on Israel, which took place exactly two years ago, was the worst attack on the Jewish people since the Holocaust, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said today.more

A Polish national who claimed to be Madeleine McCann "pursued that myth" and stalked the missing girl's parents by sending emails, making phone calls and turning up at their address, a court has heard.more

Lidl will close the vast majority of its stores for three days over the Christmas period, as the supermarket becomes the latest major retailer to give staff a longer festive break.more

Brothers Ian and Stuart Paton from Lymington in Hampshire, southern England, grew the world's heaviest pumpkin, weighing 1,279 kg. The vegetable also set a record for size, with a circumference of 6.49 m.more

Overseas nationals denied benefits under a Conservative plan to limit social security to UK citizens would have the option to return to their own countries, the shadow chancellor, Mel Stride, has said.more

China has threatened the British government with retaliation if it takes action against Chinese officials under foreign influence regulations, according to 'The Guardian', citing two government sources.more

Millions of households in England face the prospect of even bigger water bill increases than originally expected, as the competition regulator prepares to give a preliminary verdict on industry spending plans as soon as this week.more

Nearly 30 million people in the UK who bought an Apple or Samsung smartphone between 2015 and 2024 may be entitled to about £17 if the consumer campaign group Which? is successful in a case against US tech giant Qualcomm.more

The police are investigating the arson attack on a mosque that took place on Saturday night in Peacehaven, East Sussex, in southern England. Investigators have concluded that the fire was caused by third parties, and a hate crime investigation has been launched.more

Norwegian Sven Seljom won the 32nd World Porridge Making Championship, which took place in Scotland over the weekend. Contestants from 14 countries, competing for the Golden Ladle, had to prepare a dish using only three ingredients: water, oats and salt.more

Nearly a million jobs in London could be changed by AI, according to new research conducted LiveCareer UK. The online CV company has created a report detailing the most at risk jobs, as well as offering advice to those who want to upskill or pivot in their careers. more