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James Van Der Beek, known for his role in 'Dawson's Creek,' announced he has colorectal cancer. He expressed optimism about his health and plans to participate in a charity event aimed at raising awareness for cancer testing and research. His family is supporting him through treatment.
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Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, is mobilizing to professionalize and expand its influence following a successful general election. With membership surging to nearly 100,000, the party is focusing on local issues and grassroots campaigning to challenge Labour and the Conservatives in upcoming elections.
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The UK government’s decision to means-test winter fuel payments is projected to push 100,000 pensioners into relative poverty by 2026. Critics warn this could lead to increased hardship and even deaths among vulnerable elderly citizens as energy prices rise.
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce a significant budget aimed at addressing a £40 billion funding gap, with a focus on the NHS. Key measures include a £1.5 billion investment in healthcare, tax increases for businesses, and changes to borrowing rules. The budget aims to tackle the NHS backlog of over 7.6 million patients waiting for treatment.
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered a historic Budget, marking the first by a female Chancellor. The £40 billion tax increase aims to address a £22 billion deficit and boost public services, particularly the NHS. Despite promises to protect working people from tax hikes, employers will face significant increases in National Insurance contributions.
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The UK government has announced an increase in tuition fees for English universities, raising the cap from £9,250 to £9,535 starting in September 2025. This marks the first fee increase in eight years, aimed at addressing financial pressures in the higher education sector amid rising costs and declining international student numbers.