Author: Fay Flex
Workers in the United Kingdom who were expecting protection against unfair dismissal from their very first day on the job have had their hopes dashed. The UK government has backtracked on the plan, announcing that employees will now need to complete six months before claiming unfair dismissal. The reversal comes after pressure in Parliament, with officials saying the change is necessary to get the Employment Rights Bill through. While some day-one rights like sick leave and paternity leave remain, the key protection against immediate unfair dismissal has been dropped. The decision has sparked outrage among UK MPs, trade unions, and…
The UK government has announced that the controversial two-child benefit cap will be abolished — a move expected to take effect from April 2026. Under the old rule (introduced in 2017), families receiving Universal Credit or Child Tax Credit could claim child-related benefits for only their first two children. Any third or subsequent child would no longer qualify. The decision to end the cap comes after sustained pressure from campaigners, charities, and backbench politicians, who argued the policy unfairly penalised larger families and contributed to child poverty. What It Means for Families An estimated 560,000 families are set to benefit,…
Farmers across the United Kingdom have launched a widespread “go-slow” operation on major roads this week, a unified protest aimed at forcing the government to reconsider planned changes to inheritance tax on farms and agricultural land. What’s Happening Dubbed the “Day of Unity,” the protest saw long convoys of tractors clogging key transport routes in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. From early morning, tractors rolled slowly on A-roads, and in some places, convoys extended for miles, marking one of the broadest coordinated agricultural protests in recent British history. Protesters are mobilizing in response to a proposed reform due to take…
The High Court hearing the widowhood case involving the late Highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosu (Daddy Lumba) took a dramatic turn on Monday when the plaintiff, Akosua Serwaa Fosu, unexpectedly tendered photographs she says are from their 2004 civil marriage ceremony in Bornheim, Germany. The move caught the defense off-guard and immediately triggered strong objections. Defense lawyers described the photos as “surprise evidence,” questioning their authenticity and the timing of their submission. Counsel for the plaintiff, William Kusi, introduced the photographs during the cross-examination of Abusuapanin Kofi Owusu, the 1st defendant and Ekuona family head of Parkoso. He asked the…
Five suspects have been arrested by the Eastern Regional Police Command in connection with the murder of Kwadwo Yeboah, a civilian employee attached to the Ghana Armed Forces, who was reported missing at Ahyia Yeboah, near Sokode-Juaso in the Abuakwa North Municipality. Authorities have also launched a manhunt for an additional suspect who remains at large. Residents of Ahyia Yeboah were reportedly gripped with fear following the tragic killing. Yeboah was last seen on 16th November 2025 when he traveled to Foforfo to retrieve a mobile phone. After several days of searching, his body was discovered in the Bediasi River…
Grace Richardson, a 20-year-old musical theatre student from Leicester, has made history by becoming the first openly gay woman to be crowned Miss England. The announcement was made during the pageant finals held on November 21, 2025, in Wolverhampton. Richardson, who came out at age 15, revealed that she faced homophobic bullying in school but has since embraced her identity and used her platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ representation. In her victory speech, she highlighted the importance of visibility, stating that her win sends a message to young LGBTQ+ people that they, too, can succeed in spaces traditionally seen as…
Sir Richard Branson is one of the world’s most recognized entrepreneurs, known for his bold approach to business, adventurous lifestyle, and global brand-building. Born on July 18, 1950, in Blackheath, London, Branson struggled with dyslexia as a child, which made traditional schooling challenging. Despite these early difficulties, he showed a remarkable entrepreneurial spirit, starting his first business at age 16 with the launch of Student magazine, a publication that connected him with influential figures in the music industry. In 1972, Branson founded Virgin Records, which quickly became one of the world’s most successful independent music labels. The label signed groundbreaking…
Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson has announced the death of his wife, Joan Templeman, describing her passing as heartbreaking after more than five decades together. In a statement, Branson paid tribute to Joan as his “best friend, my rock, my guiding light, my world.” Joan died at the age of 80, though the family has not disclosed the cause of her death. Branson and Templeman met in the 1970s and married in 1989. Their relationship spanned almost 50 years, during which Joan remained a central, grounding figure in both his personal life and the Virgin empire’s global journey. Tributes…
The family of the late Highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has expressed strong frustration over what they describe as growing disorder surrounding preparations for his funeral. In a statement issued on November 24, the family said they were shocked to see billboards and public notices announcing a December funeral date that was never approved. According to them, the date was only proposed in discussions with Nananom and had not been confirmed by either the Abusuapanyin or the newly constituted committee. The family described the premature announcement as insensitive, noting they are still grieving while dealing…
Evangelist Patricia Asiamah, controversial Ghanaian prophetess widely known as Agradaa has officially taken on the new name Evangelist Josephine Asiamah, her husband, Angel Asiamah, announced. The change, he said, represents a spiritual rebirth and a conscious effort to distance her from past controversies. Angel Asiamah explained that “Josephine” draws inspiration from the Biblical Joseph, who endured trials but remained faithful, symbolizing resilience and transformation. He called on followers to continue offering prayers for her during this period. Evangelist Josephine, whose legal name is Patricia Asiamah, is serving a 15-year prison sentence for her role in a televised “money-doubling” scheme. Her…