Trump’s Dollar Dilemma: Can He Keep the World’s Reserve While Waging War on Trade?
The Second-Term Balancing Act The Trump dollar dilemma is defining his second term. President Trump is now well into his historic second term, and his economic policies have never been bolder—or more contradictory. On one hand, he’s declaring war on globalism, slapping tariffs on imports, demanding trade surpluses, and rallying the Rust Belt with promises […]
Starmer’s Shame: 5 Shocking Reasons Labour Disability Cuts Spark Outrage
Labour disability cuts are at the heart of a growing political row after a high-profile resignation rocked the party’s front bench. “Let’s imagine every Labour MP voting for PIP cuts had to survive on £10.56 a day — the reality for many disabled people. Would they vote the same way?” That’s the challenge MPs should […]
UK Sizzles: Heatwave to Blaze Into Week as Thermometer Readies for 33 °C
The UK heatwave is intensifying as the country braces for record-breaking temperatures. A major amber heat-health alert is now in effect, and the public is being urged to take precautions. With temperatures forecast to exceed 33 °C in parts of the country, the UK heatwave is set to dominate headlines through the weekend. Amber Alert Issued […]
UK–US Trade Deal 2025: What Did Starmer Give Up to Get It Done?
Planes and Automobiles… but Hold the Beef? Keir Starmer has struck a much-hyped UK–US trade deal at the G7 summit—but behind the photo ops and polished press releases, critics are asking: what exactly did Britain concede to get here? While the deal brings some headline-grabbing benefits for the UK’s automotive and aerospace sectors, it may […]
Volcanoes, Neutrinos, and the Earth’s Core: Are Ghost Particles Stirring the Fire Below?
Volcanic Eruptions Surge: Could Neutrinos and the Earth’s Core Be Involved? Neutrinos and the Earth’s core have long fascinated scientists, but could these elusive particles actually be playing a hidden role in the recent surge of volcanic activity worldwide? From Iceland’s recent lava fountains to Indonesia’s sky-darkening ash plumes, volcanic activity has surged since 2020—sometimes […]
We Regret to Inform You: The Nintendo Switch 2 Is Absolutely Worth It
We Bought a Switch 2 for “Testing.” That’s Our Story and We’re Sticking to It. The Nintendo Switch 2 has arrived—and at Newsfangled, we bought one “for testing.” That’s our story and we’re sticking to it. In a moment of bold editorial judgement (and ongoing homepage chaos), the team decided to assess the hype, gather […]
UK Wine Shortages Loom: UK Bottling Plant Strike Begins
UK Wine Shortages – what’s behind them? Britain may be heading into a summer of clinking glasses and empty shelves, as over 200 workers at the Encirc bottling plant in Avonmouth launched strike action on June 19. The plant, a key supplier for major UK supermarkets, is now at the heart of a dispute that […]
Who Does Labour Represent Now? Not the Working Class, That’s for Sure
Who Does Labour Represent Now? Not the Working Class, That’s for Sure The Labour Party working class betrayal wasn’t always inevitable. Once upon a time, the Labour Party was the working class. It was coal-dust and calluses, picket lines and pub debates. It was a party forged in hardship, solidarity, and the belief that a […]
Emily “Echo” Simmons – Episode 3: The Power Ballad Blackout
Newsfangled Original Series Episode 2 – “The Garage Sessions (and the Alien Incident)” – Quick Recap The Power Ballad Blackout – The garage had become something of a legend in the neighbourhood. Not because it housed a classic car or top-tier tools like other dad-operated garages—but because it now glowed faintly pink at night, buzzed with […]
Gadget Obsession: Are We Addicted to Pointless Tech?
Boiled Before Boarding and Other Modern Rituals Gadget obsession has reached a fever pitch. These days, it’s not enough to have a kettle — it must connect to WiFi, boil remotely, and text you when it’s lonely. We are living in the golden age of unnecessary tech, where every socket’s in use and every drawer’s […]
The Rebel Alliance: Why Russia and China No Longer Trust the West
The View from Moscow: No Trust, No Treaty Russia China distrust of West is no longer just speculation—it’s a defining force behind the Ukraine war, economic realignment, and the emerging global divide. For many in Russia, the idea of negotiating peace with Ukraine is no longer on the table. The belief taking root is that […]
Trump’s Air Superiority Boast: What’s Really Happening Over Iran Now
Trump’s air superiority boast is dominating global headlines following a provocative social media post by the former U.S. president. About 15 hours ago, former President Trump declared on social media that the United States had “complete and total control of the skies over Iran.” Since then, multiple developments have either backed—or challenged—that bold assertion. Israeli […]
UK Abortion Law Decriminalised: A Landmark Moment for Women’s Rights
UK abortion law has undergone a historic reform, with Parliament voting to decriminalise abortion and remove Victorian-era criminal penalties. In a sweeping vote on June 17, MPs backed an amendment to the Criminal Justice Bill by 379 to 137—a move campaigners say is decades overdue.. This change follows years of campaigning and several high-profile prosecutions […]
Red Lines Crossed: Why SEND Families Must Fight Back Now
Bridget Phillipson refuses to rule out cutting EHCPs for mainstream schools—and it’s time for parents to draw the line. EHCP reforms are threatening to roll back vital legal protections for children with special educational needs in mainstream schools. As Labour’s new Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, refuses to rule out restricting EHCPs to special settings, SEND […]
RAF vs Russia: Are We One Jet Scramble Away from World War III?
High-Stakes Skies Over Poland In a chilling echo of Cold War brinkmanship, the Royal Air Force has confirmed that British Typhoon jets were scrambled six times in just six days to intercept Russian surveillance aircraft near Polish airspace. The current climate surrounding UK Russia Military Tensions is reminiscent of historical conflicts, where military readiness is […]
