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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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1:53

Asylum Seekers in Hotels Surge, UK Asylum Claims Rise

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

2025/11/27

Asylum seekers in hotels reach record high, with over 36,000 people now housed at taxpayers expense. Overall asylum support recipients increase by nearly 5,600 in three months, but still below last years peak. Asylum claims surge by 13% year-on-year, but a slight dip suggests the surge might be leveling off. Net migration drops by two-thirds, with long-term immigration falling below one million for the first time since 2021.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast

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1:56

Chancellor Defends Tax Hikes, Critics Question...

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

2025/11/27

Chancellors Tax Package Sparks Debate: A pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles, increased betting taxes, and a mansion tax are among new measures, raising questions about broken promises and economic impact.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:07

New Sanction Target: Russia's Military Lubricants

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

2025/11/27

Dekleptocracy uncovers new sanction targets: Chemicals crucial for Russias war machine. A US group, Dekleptocracy, reveals potential vulnerabilities in Russias military efforts in Ukraine. They suggest targeting obscure but essential materials like lubricants and tires, which are difficult for Russia to replace and vital for their war machine. Dekleptocracy identifies a Chinese company, Xinxiang Richful, as a key supplier of lubricant additives, proposing that blocking this company could create a

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1:23

OBR Investigates Leak of Budget Documents

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

2025/11/27

The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) is investigating a serious leak of its budget documents, causing disruption to the Chancellors statement and parliamentary proceedings. The leak occurred when an external person accessed the Economic and Fiscal Outlook document through a link before its official release. Richard Hughes, the OBR chair, has launched an inquiry and apologized for the incident. Ciaran Martin, former National Cyber Security Centre chief, will assist in the investigation

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1:55

UK Migration Figures & Asylum Reforms: Latest Updates

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

2025/11/27

Today, were delving into the latest UK net migration figures, focusing on the year ending June 2025. The Office for National Statistics releases these numbers twice a year. Alongside this, the Home Office is publishing its own statistics, detailing the immigration system for the year ending September 2025. This comes amidst heated political discussions on the asylum system, with Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood proposing significant changes, including temporary refugee status and capped safe routes

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1:46

Labour's Proposed Jury Trial Elimination

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

2025/11/27

Leaked memo proposes drastic change to UKs criminal justice system, suggesting elimination of 95% of jury trials. The Labour Partys plan aims to reserve jury trials for serious cases, with judges deciding most offenses up to five years. Critics argue this undermines the Magna Carta and could fundamentally alter the nature of justice. The Criminal Bar Association and 54 MPs urge the government to increase court sitting days instead, to address the backlog without constitutional change.The Daily News

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1:48

France Reinstates Military Service Amid Russian Threat

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

2025/11/27

France to Reintroduce Military Service Amidst Russian Threats: President Macron plans to announce a voluntary military service scheme, following concerns over Russias actions and potential conflict in Europe. The service, initially for 2,000-3,000 individuals, aims to bolster armed forces and create a larger reservist pool. Other European nations are also reassessing military readiness.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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2:16

Government's SEND Funding Shift Threatens School Budgets

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

2025/11/27

Schools face potential funding cuts as government takes over SEND costs, with OBR warning of a four percent drop in per-pupil spending if not managed properly.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:40

Reeves-Khan Clash: London Mayor's Funding Plea Rejected

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

2025/11/27

Tensions rise between Chancellor Rachel Reeves and London Mayor Sadiq Khan, with reports of a heated exchange leading to Khan being asked to leave a meeting. The disagreement centered around funding for Londons transport projects and investments. Despite ongoing disagreements, the Budget confirmed an extension for the DLR to Thamesmead, but other transport initiatives were not funded. Khan welcomed news of a potential tourist tax to fund local projects, a measure he and other mayors have advocated

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1:22

Police Officer Banned for Life for Passing Info to...

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

2025/11/27

Trainee officer, Ms. Ilyas, banned from policing for life after passing confidential info to boyfriend, a known drug dealer. Despite resigning, she was set to be fired due to serious misconduct. Evidence showed their relationship continued, contradicting her claim of ignorance about his criminal history. Her actions were deemed repeated, sustained, and intentional. This case underscores the importance of honesty and integrity in law enforcement.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story

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1:44

Russia's Spy Pigeons: Brain-Implanted Drones

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

2025/11/27

Russias Neiry firm develops remote-controlled spy pigeons with brain implants, aiming for discreet surveillance and potential military applications.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

Hong Kong Fire: Worst in Decades, 55 Dead

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

2025/11/27

Devastating Fire in Hong Kong: 55 Lives Lost, Hundreds MissingA catastrophic fire in a Hong Kong housing estate has resulted in the tragic loss of 55 lives, with hundreds more still unaccounted for. The blaze, which engulfed seven out of eight apartment blocks in the Wang Fuk Court estate, is the citys worst fire in decades. Authorities have arrested three men suspected of gross negligence, believing flammable materials left during maintenance work caused the rapid and uncontrollable spread of the

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2:09

Witness Claims Charlene Saw Alive After Disappearance

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

2025/11/27

Jodie, a woman from Charlene Downes neighborhood, claims to have seen and spoken with the missing teenager three weeks after her disappearance in 2003. Jodie alleges that Charlene was seen near a flat rented by Ronnie Fraser, where local girls received gifts from men. She also recounts seeing Charlene multiple times before her disappearance and claims Charlene appeared upset when asked if she was being abused. Despite Jodies detailed account, Lancashire Police found no new leads, leaving the mystery

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2:07

Chancellor's Budget: Tax Hike, Benefit Cap Changes,...

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

2025/11/27

Chancellors Budget Unveiled: A Thirty-Billion-Pound Tax Increase, Controversial Benefit Changes, and a One Hundred Fifty-Pound Energy Bill ReductionThe Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:55

Prince Harry's Unique Engagement Ring for Meghan

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

2025/11/27

Prince Harry designed Meghan Markles engagement ring with a unique blend of personal and symbolic elements. He used diamonds from one of Princess Dianas bracelets, a blood-free diamond from Botswana, and yellow gold, Meghans favorite. The ring has evolved over time, with changes made by Harry, including adding diamonds to the sides and a new eternity ring. The central diamonds cut has also changed from cushion to emerald. Harry chose these elements to honor Diana and create a ring that reflected

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1:29

Frozen Tax Thresholds Hurt Low-Income Workers

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

2025/11/27

New report reveals that freezing income tax thresholds, instead of raising rates, has negatively impacted millions of low and middle-income workers. Chancellor Rachel Reeves budget decision, aimed at honoring a manifesto pledge, has led to more people being pulled into higher tax brackets, increasing their tax burden. Critics argue the pledge was broken, as the overall tax burden has increased by twenty-six billion pounds. The Resolution Foundation welcomes other measures, but independent

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1:53

England Cracks Down on Profit-Driven Litter Fines

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

2025/11/27

Englands Ministers Plan to Overhaul Litter Fine Enforcement: A Shift Away from Profit-Driven SystemsEnglands Ministers are proposing a significant shift in litter fine enforcement, aiming to curb for-profit arrangements where private companies profit from each ticket issued. This change would require councils to terminate contracts that grant these private enforcers a substantial portion, or even all, of each fine. The current fines for littering or public space violations range from one hundred to

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1:58

Hong Kong Fire: 3 Arrested in Deadly Blaze

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

2025/11/27

Three people have been arrested in Hong Kong on suspicion of manslaughter following a devastating high-rise fire, which has claimed numerous lives and left many critically injured. The fire, which broke out on Wednesday, is believed to have spread rapidly through bamboo scaffolding and construction mesh sheets, possibly aided by strong winds. The affected complex, built in the 1980s, houses nearly 5,000 residents, many of whom are elderly. Police have arrested two directors and one engineering

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1:57

Residents Face £3.6M Bill for Fire-Ravaged Apartments

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

2025/11/27

Residents of Kirkbys Beech Rise and Willow Rise apartment buildings face a £3.6 million repair bill after being displaced due to fire safety issues. The buildings, once marketed as luxury living, have been plagued with problems, including damp, mold, faulty electrics, and broken lifts. The landlord is considering legal action against the residents management company, leaving former tenants, like Dave Hemmings, unable to pay their unexpected contributions. Knowsley Councils leader, Graham Morgan,

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1:30

Hong Kong Fire: Devastation and Displacement

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

2025/11/27

Devastating Fire in Hong Kong: Dozens Dead, Hundreds Missing as Blaze Engulfs Residential TowersA catastrophic fire in Hong Kong has resulted in numerous fatalities and left hundreds more unaccounted for, following a blaze that swept through a densely populated residential complex. The fire, which began on Wednesday afternoon, has left many critically injured and hundreds more displaced, as rescue efforts continue into Thursday.The fire, believed to have started on external scaffolding, rapidly

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