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UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

The Daily News Now!

From Westminster to Manchester, UK Today breaks down daily news across politics, culture, business, and sports. Get fast updates on British affairs.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:01

Reeves' Budget: Mansion Tax, Tax Hikes & More

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Prepare for potential tax hikes as Rachel Reeves delivers her second Budget, with proposals including a mansion tax, income tax threshold freezes, reduced pension tax relief, and a new tax on electric vehicles. The Chancellor is also expected to scrap the two-child benefit cap and potentially cut the annual cash ISA limit.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:45

HGV Driver's Battle Over Summer House

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Andrew Causley, an HGV driver from Exeter, is embroiled in an eighteen-month dispute with his local council over a small summer house he built in his garden. Despite its size and partial concealment, the council deems it unauthorized construction, leading to a deadline for demolition. Causley suspects his neighbors former role as a councilor influenced the decision, as the summer house is mainly visible from his neighbors property. The dispute has cost Causley nearly three thousand pounds, and hes

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1:39

Kirstie Allsopp Warns of 'Mansion Tax' Market Impact

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Property expert Kirstie Allsopp warns of a potential surge in homes listed for sale just under two million pounds if Labours proposed mansion tax is implemented. She criticizes the tax as performative and warns of its damaging impact on the top end of the housing market. The tax, expected to affect over one hundred thousand properties, would revalue homes worth more than two million pounds and impose an additional charge of around four thousand five hundred pounds. However, some prominent figures,

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1:56

Civil Servants' Million-Pound Pensions: A Taxpayer's...

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Britains top civil servants set to receive substantial taxpayer-funded pensions, while private sector workers face potential tax increases on retirement savings. Twenty-two senior government officials have combined pension pots totaling nearly twenty-eight million pounds, with five having over two million pounds each. Critics argue these unfunded schemes are unfairly protected and pose economic risks, while the Cabinet Office defends them as reflecting long, senior careers and undergoing reforms for

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1:54

Hanson Suspended for Burqa Stunt, Sparks Controversy

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Pauline Hanson, One Nation leader, suspended from Senate for seven days following controversial burqa stunt. Motion to censure her passed with 55 votes in favor, 5 against. Hanson doubled down on her actions, questioning Senates respect for Australian people. Senators heckled her as she left, with Lidia Thorpe yelling See ya later racist! and Mehreen Faruqi questioning her lack of apology. Fatima Payman expressed concern for Muslim women and schoolgirls safety, while Ali Kadri warned of potential

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2:10

Wales' Rarest Species at Risk of Extinction

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

A new study reveals that thousands of Welsh species are at risk of extinction, with three thousand existing in five places or fewer. The report, led by Natural Resources Wales, warns of the impact of habitat loss, climate change, and catastrophic events on species like the high brown fritillary butterfly and the Snowdon leaf beetle. Despite the grim outlook, experts suggest simple, low-cost solutions such as adjusting grazing patterns and tree felling practices. The report also emphasizes the

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1:54

UK Citizen Supports Sudan War Criminals

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Abdalmonim Alrabea, a British citizen and former taxi driver, is accused of being a key propagandist for Sudans Rapid Support Forces, a group involved in a brutal civil war marked by alleged atrocities. Alrabea, who arrived in the UK illegally and later became a citizen, uses his online platforms to support the RSF, even hosting a notorious fighter known for a massacre at a hospital. Despite his TikTok accounts ban for violating policies, Alrabea remains unrepentant, claiming his videos show the

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1:57

UK's Growth Emergency: Labour's Tax Policies Blamed

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Britains Business Secretary admits growth emergency as economic outlook worsens; OBR prepares to downgrade forecasts, potentially leading to tax hikes and further growth damage.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:57

Chaotic Budget Preparations: Economists Warn of...

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Economists warn of economic harm due to chaotic budget preparations, with potential badly designed tax increases by Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Leaks and comments hint at a two-year tax threshold freeze, pensions raid, and smaller taxes on various items. Experts fear these moves could hinder growth and damage investor confidence.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:16

Reeves Faces Uphill Battle in Budget Showdown

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Prominent pollster warns of Rachel Reeves waning public support, urging her to secure voter backing during the upcoming budget announcement. Both Chancellor and PM face all-time low approval ratings, with Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer and shadow chancellor Reeves also struggling. Officials warn of a last-chance saloon moment for the government, as public sentiment shapes the political landscape.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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1:40

Lammy Names Cosby Role Model, Despite Assault...

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Deputy Prime Minister David Lammys admiration for Bill Cosby, despite the latters extensive sexual assault allegations, has sparked controversy. Cosby, convicted and released from prison, continues to deny all charges. Lammys comment was edited out of a video, and Cosby faces ongoing lawsuits in multiple states.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:43

Starmer Dances, Reeves Budget: Tax Hikes Loom

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Keir Starmer dances with schoolchildren, while Rachel Reeves prepares for a controversial Budget. The Chancellors plans, including potential tax hikes, have caused uncertainty and criticism, with some suggesting a shambles in preparations. Measures under consideration range from a mansion tax to a pay-per-mile tax for electric cars, as the government seeks to address a multi-billion-pound public finance gap.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See

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1:54

Ofcom Urges Tech Giants to Combat Online Misogyny

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Ofcom urges social media platforms to implement new measures to combat online abuse, particularly misogynistic content and coordinated attacks, following concerns that sport could lose talented female stars due to pervasive online harassment. Recommendations include prompts for harmful messages, stopping payments for abusive posts, and diverse perspectives in for you recommended posts. However, some, like former England star Lianne Sanderson, believe these measures dont go far enough and advocate

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1:17

Teen Shot in Sheffield, Police Seek Info

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Teenager Critically Injured in Sheffield Shooting; Police Seek InformationA 16-year-old boy is fighting for his life after being shot on London Road in Sheffield. The incident occurred on Monday evening, and the boy is currently in critical care at the hospital. South Yorkshire Police are investigating, with increased patrols and a dedicated team working to understand the circumstances. The public is urged to provide any information, as the area remains partially closed for evidence gathering.The

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2:09

White Christmas: UK's Chances & Forecast

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

White Christmas in the UK: A closer look at the definition and forecast for this festive season. Meteorologists explain that a single snowflake falling anywhere in the UK on December 25th qualifies as a white Christmas. Long-range models suggest potential trends towards colder conditions, increasing the chance of a white Christmas. The last widespread white Christmas was in 2010, with the best odds in northern and eastern Scotland, northern England, and north Wales.The Daily News Now! — Every city

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1:40

Budget Debates: Tax Hikes, Cuts, and User Responsibility

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is contemplating tax increases and spending cuts in her upcoming budget speech, as households grapple with rising costs. Business owner Wesley Thorne and his wife Toni advocate for stamp duty reform, while student Liam Davidson pushes for free bus travel. Single mother Fatima Tehan Jalloh supports tax hikes for improved essential services. IT contractor Steve Williams considers an electric vehicle tax, emphasizing road upkeep responsibility.The Daily News Now! — Every city

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1:57

Organized Crime Targets Rural Farms

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Rural crime surge: Police unveil new strategy to combat organized gangs stealing farm equipmentThis week, a disturbing trend of rural crime was exposed when a gang targeted an isolated farmhouse in County Durham, stealing expensive GPS equipment from a combine harvester. The incident underscores the growing problem of organized crime groups operating in the countryside, often with prior knowledge of high-value items.In response, the National Police Chiefs Council announced a three-year strategy to

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1:49

Chancellor's Proposed ISA Cut, Mansion Tax, and...

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Chancellors proposed ISA cut, mansion tax, and stalled economic growth top todays financial news. Savers brace for potential ISA allowance reduction, while a mansion tax proposal faces criticism. Economic growth forecasts downgraded, and domestic abuse victims find solace in new protection orders.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:16

Prostate Cancer Screening: Save Lives, Not Just Lives

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Prostate cancer claims over a thousand lives monthly, but early detection offers nearly one hundred percent survival rates. Davids story underscores the need for a nationwide screening program, as he was diagnosed by chance and successfully treated with modern, minimally invasive techniques. The UKs National Screening Committee is set to decide on recommending prostate cancer screening, with significant medical advances since the last review. A nationwide screening program could save thousands of

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1:22

Trump Targets Muslim Brotherhood as Terrorists

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/25

Former President Trump initiates process to label Muslim Brotherhood chapters as foreign terrorist organizations, potentially leading to significant sanctions. The order mandates a report within 45 days to determine if specific chapters in Lebanon, Egypt, and Jordan should receive this designation. The Trump administration accuses these factions of supporting violent attacks against Israel and providing material support to Hamas.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on

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