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MI5: Chinese Spies Target UK MPs on LinkedIn

Security service MI5 warns UK parliamentarians of new Chinese espionage attempts via LinkedIn headhunters. Read the latest on the government's security response.

Two arrested over sex noise prank in Commons

Police arrest two men after a mobile phone was found hidden in the House of Commons chamber, intended to disrupt PMQs with sex noises. Discover the security breach details.

Iraqi PM's coalition wins parliamentary elections

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al Sudani's coalition secures victory in Iraq's parliamentary elections. Discover the political challenges ahead and what this means for the nation's future.

Fireworks ban petition forces Parliament debate

A petition demanding fireworks restrictions has surpassed 130,000 signatures, triggering a potential Parliamentary debate about banning public sales to protect vulnerable people and animals.

London school uses courses to tackle pupil absence

A North London primary school is tackling persistent pupil absence by offering parents awareness courses instead of fines. Discover how this empathetic approach is improving attendance.

AI to set school attendance targets for truancy

The government will use AI to set individual attendance targets for all schools as persistent absence remains significantly above pre-pandemic levels. Education unions criticise the approach as 'wrong way to go'.

Howard Backs Four-Year Parliamentary Terms

Former PM John Howard joins current leader in rare bipartisan call for four-year parliamentary terms, marking 50th anniversary of Whitlam's dismissal. Read the full story.

Bob Katter's 50-year political portrait unveiled

After half a century in Australian politics, maverick MP Bob Katter is immortalised in a new official portrait, capturing the essence of one of parliament's most colourful characters.

£85bn sickness bill threatens UK economy

A shocking new report reveals long-term sickness is costing the UK economy £85 billion annually, with warnings of a deepening economic crisis unless urgent action is taken.

White Noise Disrupts Rachel Reeves' Budget Speech

Chancellor Rachel Reeves' crucial budget speech was disrupted by technical difficulties as white noise blared through Parliament, creating a chaotic scene and raising questions about Commons preparedness.

6-Month Jail Threat for MP Home Protesters

New legislation could see activists facing up to six months in jail for demonstrating outside politicians' private residences, raising serious concerns about democratic rights.

Coronation Street addresses character absence mystery

Coronation Street producers have finally addressed the unexplained disappearance of a key character, revealing unexpected behind-the-scenes developments that will reshape the show's future storylines.

Dutch Progressives Set for Shock Election Win

Exit polls reveal a dramatic political shift in the Netherlands as the progressive Democrats 66 party surges to become the largest in parliament, marking a potential end to Mark Rutte's conservative era.

France votes to add consent clause to rape law

French parliament makes historic move to explicitly define sexual consent in law after controversial court ruling sparked nationwide protests and demands for legal reform.

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