Ex-Adviser: Abd el-Fattah Case a 'Running Joke' in Government
A former top aide to Keir Starmer claims efforts to free British political prisoner Alaa Abd el-Fattah became a distraction from core priorities. Read the full analysis.
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Cartoon Satirises Nigel Farage's 'Britishness' Test
A new cartoon by Ella Baron critiques Nigel Farage's proposed 'Britishness' test. Explore the artistic commentary on national identity and political rhetoric in the UK.
WW2 veteran Douglas Baldwin dies aged 100 on Christmas Eve
Douglas Baldwin, a 100-year-old WW2 veteran captured in Normandy and held as a POW, has died in Luton. A 'family man' remembered for his warmth and spirit.
Guardian's 12 Most Powerful Cartoons of 2025
Explore The Guardian's selection of the year's most impactful political cartoons, featuring commentary from award-winning illustrator Ben Jennings on satire in a surreal news cycle. Discover the art that defined 2025.
Prisoner with London links on run after absconding
Police are searching for Mahad Elmi, 27, who left HMP Springhill between Christmas and Boxing Day. He has links to South West London. Public urged not to approach.
Thailand-Cambodia Sign Ceasefire Deal
Thailand and Cambodia have signed a ceasefire agreement to end weeks of intense border fighting. The deal includes a halt to military movements and the release of prisoners. Read the latest developments.
British-Egyptian Activist Returns to UK After Prison Release
British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah reunites with family in UK after release from Egyptian prison. Read the full story of his journey and the political campaign for his freedom.
Venezuela frees 20 political prisoners ahead of election
Venezuela's government has released 20 political prisoners, including prominent activists, in a significant move ahead of the 2025 presidential election. Read the full story on this major diplomatic development.
Prisoner died after Covid monitoring failures at Wormwood Scrubs
An Ombudsman report reveals systemic healthcare failures at HMP Wormwood Scrubs after the death of Mehrban Hussain, who contracted Covid and died of pneumonia. The prison has accepted all recommendations.
24-Year-Old William Pitt Becomes Prime Minister in 1783
On this day in 1783, King George III appointed 24-year-old William Pitt the Younger as Prime Minister, ending a period of political chaos. Discover how the young leader defied expectations.
UK soldier jailed 13 years in Russian penal colony
Hayden William Davies, a former British soldier captured fighting for Ukraine, has been sentenced to 13 years in a Russian penal colony. Read the full story and the UK's response.
Podcast Reviews Politicians' 2025 Highs and Lows
As Parliament closes for 2025, the 'Politics at Sam and Anne's' podcast reflects on a tumultuous year, rating which politicians can look forward to 2026. Listen now.
Artist and scholar David Heathcote dies aged 94
Renowned British artist and art historian David Heathcote has passed away at 94. His influential work spanned painting, sculpture, and the preservation of Hausa crafts, with a major collection now at the British Museum.
Imran Khan's sons describe 'death cell' prison conditions
The sons of former Pakistani PM Imran Khan reveal his 'awful' prison conditions, including solitary confinement and psychological torture. They fear they may never see him again.
Khan's Sons: 'We Might Never See Our Father Again'
Exclusive: Imran Khan's sons tell Sky News the former Pakistan PM faces 'psychological torture' in solitary confinement. They fear for his life as conditions deteriorate.
Urgent review into foreign interference in UK politics
PM Keir Starmer orders urgent review into foreign political interference after ex-Reform UK Wales leader jailed for pro-Russian bribes. Review to report by March.
Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock exhibition in Paris
An exhibition of Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock's work, exploring Brexit, adolescence and working-class memory, runs at the Bibliothèque nationale de France until March 2026.
Probation officer admits relationship with Belmarsh prisoner
A probation officer has pleaded guilty to misconduct for an inappropriate relationship with an inmate at HMP Belmarsh. She will be sentenced in February. Read the full details.
Photographer Martin Parr dies aged 73
Martin Parr, the celebrated Magnum photographer famed for his acute observations of British society and class, has died. We look back at his iconic career in pictures.
The UK citizenship test is a 'bad pub quiz'
A Guardian columnist argues the absurdly difficult Life in the UK test, which her French husband is struggling to pass, should focus on modern British culture like Coronation Street and Greggs, not obscure historical facts.
Political Candidates Satirised in Rebecca Hendin's Cartoon
Cartoonist Rebecca Hendin skewers political candidates in a sharp new illustration. Explore the satire and its commentary on modern electioneering.
UK Underground Rap's Global Explosion & New British Invasion
A new wave of UK underground rap, led by artists like EsDeeKid and Lancey Foux, is achieving global fame. With a maxed-out, experimental sound and a focus on British identity, this movement is poised for a major international breakthrough. Discover the sc
Cartoon Satirises PM's Gifts, Sparking Public Debate
A satirical cartoon from The Guardian questions what to gift a prime minister 'who has everything', highlighting political opulence and public sentiment. Explore the commentary and reaction.
Reeves' chess champion claim disputed by former title holder
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces claims she 'made up' a chess championship win. Sky News analysis examines the row over her junior title and the political fallout. Read the full story.
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe tells her prison story on BBC Two
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe recounts her six-year detention in Iran in a powerful BBC Two documentary, 'Prisoner 951: The Hostages' Story'. Discover her shocking experience and the wider political context.
British Politics Stuck in the Past, Paralyzed by Fear
Analysis reveals how fear of the future has left UK politics trapped in past debates, stifling progress on major challenges. Discover the roots of this national paralysis.
12 more prisoners released in error, two at large
Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals 12 further mistaken prisoner releases in England and Wales since November, with two still at large. He insists the trend is downwards.
Two mistakenly freed prisoners remain at large
Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals 12 more prisoners were mistakenly released in a month, with two still at large. Get the latest on this ongoing prison system failure.
12 more prisoners mistakenly freed, two at large
Justice Secretary David Lammy admits 12 further erroneous prisoner releases since November, with two still at large. Get the latest on this ongoing prison system fiasco.
Two violent prisoners mistakenly released still on run
Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals two prisoners mistakenly freed remain at large, as 91 erroneous releases occurred between April and October. Follow for latest UK justice news.
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