Call to exempt ‘working farms’ from inheritance tax
Changes announced to inheritance tax rules could see family farms targeted warn the Lib Dems....
Month : December 2024
Statue of Russia’s Wagner founder Prigozhin unveiled in Central Africa
The new monument “is part of the bilateral relationship” between CAR and Russia, officials say....
Unknown disease kills at least 79 people in DR Congo
Authorities say those infected have flu-like symptoms including headaches, fever and a runny nose....
Why France’s turmoil is grave concern for Europe
There’s no end in sight to the political instability as French PM Barnier faces a no-confidence vote....
World’s oldest known wild bird lays egg at 74
Laysan albatross Wisdom was spotted with her new partner and egg at a Pacific Ocean refuge....
Trump’s defence nominee hits out after reports he could be dropped
US media suggest the president-elect could replace Pete Hegseth, whose selection is under intense scrutiny....
Georgians risk serious injury and jail in fresh pro-EU protests
More than 300 people have been arrested and police are accused of using unnecessary force on the streets....
Moment of big opportunity and high risk for Marine Le Pen
The no-confidence vote against the French prime minister is a high-stakes gamble for far-right leader Marine Le Pen....
Bank boss takes pay cut after employee ‘tried to kill clients’
The bank apologised after the former worker was charged with robbery of clients, attempted murder and arson....
UnitedHealthcare CEO fatally shot outside Manhattan hotel
Brian Thompson was “targeted” by a masked suspect who shot him in the chest ahead of an investor meeting....