British voters divided over immigration as Reform UK soars in the polls

The British Future thinktank has predicted that net migration to the UK will decrease to approximately 300,000, a figure reminiscent of pre-Brexit levels, as new data is set to be released. This projection indicates a significant drop from the current figures for 2023, which are over three times higher.

UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves has unveiled a new budget that raises taxes for ordinary workers while increasing government spending on social welfare programs. The plan aims to elevate the government's tax revenue to a post-war high of 38% of GDP by 2031, as reported by the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR). This budget is set to be a pivotal moment for the Labour government amid ongoing economic challenges.

A UK judge is currently reviewing the government's decision to classify the activist group Palestine Action as a terrorist organization under counter-terrorism laws. This review comes amid ongoing legal challenges from the group, which argues that the ban is unprecedented and unjustified.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled a £26 billion tax-raising budget aimed at the wealthiest households in the UK, which includes the scrapping of the two-child benefit cap and cuts to energy bills funded by a mansion tax. This budget was announced amid a chaotic day marked by early leaks from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR).

Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, has denied allegations of racism stemming from his school days at Dulwich College, where approximately 20 former classmates have accused him of exhibiting racist and antisemitic behavior. During a recent press conference, Farage suggested that these allegations are politically motivated, asserting that they are a response to his political stance.

A leaked recording has revealed that U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff advised a senior aide to Russian President Vladimir Putin on how to present a peace plan regarding Ukraine to President Trump. This has reignited long-held suspicions among Ukrainians about Witkoff's loyalties and intentions.

Guinea-Bissau's President Umaro Sissoco Embalo confirmed his deposition during an interview with FRANCE 24, following a military takeover announced by soldiers claiming total control of the country. This development occurred amidst reports of gunfire near the presidential palace, escalating the political instability that has plagued the nation.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called on Nigel Farage to apologize to former classmates who allege he racially abused them during their time at Dulwich College. This follows testimonies from multiple individuals, including Peter Ettedgui, who described Farage's comments as deeply offensive and reminiscent of Nazi rhetoric.