Half a Million Pounds Discovered Stashed in Couple’s Luggage at Gatwick Airport
Routine baggage screening at Gatwick unearthed £500,000 secretly packed in a couple’s suitcases, leading to their detention by airport security.
Business
British Breweries Grapple with Drought’s Toll on Barley Harvest
Prolonged dry weather has shrunk barley yields, leaving UK beer producers facing supply shortages and rising costs for consumers.
Tech Firm’s Move to Flexible Schedules Sparks Record Staff Satisfaction
A leading software company adopts a four-day workweek, reporting a surge in productivity and worker happiness just months after rollout.
Retailers Report Surge in Second-Hand Fashion Sales Post-Lockdown
Major chains note a dramatic increase in pre-owned clothing revenues as thrifty consumers embrace sustainability in their shopping habits.
London Life
Hidden Jazz Club Gains Cult Following Amid Housing Boom
A tucked-away venue draws music lovers into its intimate, atmospheric setting, even as nearby development reshapes the neighbourhood landscape.
City Cyclists Celebrate as New Riverfront Bike Lane Opens
A dedicated cycling route along the river debuts, drawing praise from commuters and daily riders for safer and more scenic journeys across town.
Underground Artistry: Graffiti Mural Brightens Disused Tube Station
Vibrant street art revitalises an abandoned underground platform, turning it into a secret destination for art fans and curious explorers.
Politics
Cabinet Rethink Delays Rollout of Controversial Digital ID Scheme
Ministers halt national ID plan, citing public privacy concerns and unresolved technical challenges after heated parliamentary debate.
Care Funding Crisis Sees Local Councils Petition for Emergency Support
Across the country, local authorities urge central government to urgently address mounting care home deficits that threaten vital services for the elderly.
Parliament Divided Over Fresh Green Energy Subsidy Proposals
Lawmakers clash during sessions as new renewable subsidies prompt debate, with critics questioning economic impacts and advocates citing environmental gains.
