Archive: 2025/11
Isle of Man Approves Minimum Wage Hike Amid Fears for Youth Jobs
Tynwald approved a 9.9% minimum wage hike on 24 October 2025, raising the rate to £13.46 and introducing a £10.76 youth rate. Youth advocates warn it will slash apprenticeships, with no impact study conducted and fewer than 60 survey responses.
England edges Argentina 27-23 to complete perfect November sweep
England defeated Argentina 27-23 at Twickenham on November 23, 2025, to complete a perfect 4-0 November series, extending their winning streak to 11 matches and securing their third win over the Pumas this year.
DWP Confirms 2025 Benefit Cuts – Key Rule Changes Begin 15th November
The DWP's November 2025 welfare overhaul will slash benefits by up to 50% for non-compliant claimants, cut health support by over £200/month, and complete the switch to Universal Credit — affecting 20 million people across the UK.
GitHub Launches Autonomous Coding Agent to Self-Develop Platform at Microsoft Build 2025
GitHub launched an autonomous coding agent at Microsoft Build 2025 in Seattle, using AI to self-develop its platform. With 15M+ users and 84% higher build success, Copilot is no longer a tool—it’s a teammate.
Performative Masculinity Sparks Global Debate on International Men's Day
On International Men's Day 2025, debates erupted over 'performative males'—men adopting feminist or feminine-coded behaviors. Experts argue such performances, even if insincere, challenge toxic masculinity and open pathways to change.