Timothy Loehmann, the ex-Cleveland officer who killed 12-year-old Tamir Rice, has been dismissed from a West Virginia ranger role. This marks his fourth departure following public outcry. Read the full story.
Reform UK's flagship Kent council votes to spend tens of thousands on political assistants, facing accusations of hypocrisy after promising to cut waste. Details on the budget crisis and controversial appointee inside.
Five London boroughs are among six councils given permission to raise council tax above 5% in 2026/27. Some have pledged not to, despite facing major budget gaps. Read the latest on the Fair Funding Review.
A Kent council led by Reform UK faces accusations of obstructing transparency after a five-month delay in providing evidence for claimed £40m savings from scrapped green projects. Read the full investigation.
Donald Trump gives a wide-ranging interview to Vanity Fair, discussing Joe Biden, Vladimir Putin, and his potential future political ambitions. Read the full analysis here.
A former Tennessee lawman spent 37 days in jail over a Charlie Kirk meme. Now he's suing for First Amendment violations. Read his fight for free speech.
Elections for councils serving millions in England could be postponed to 2027, sparking accusations of a political 'stitch-up'. Read the latest on the local government reorganisation delays.
Croydon Council is set for a £120m funding boost over three years after a historic government review. The new Fair Funding 2.0 model aims to better reflect local need, but the borough's massive debt remains a challenge. Read the full story.
Myles Garrett is on pace for the NFL sack record in a phenomenal defensive season, but his brilliance is being squandered by the Cleveland Browns' continued failures. What's next for the generational talent?
Fulton County DA Fani Willis testified before a Georgia state senate committee investigating her prosecution of Donald Trump. The hearing grew contentious as Willis hit back at her Republican critics.
A new 'Fair Funding' formula reshapes council finances, boosting deprived areas. But with most councils still hiking tax, is the crisis over? Explore the winners, losers, and impact on your bill.
Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel and Seth Meyers dissect shocking Vanity Fair interviews with Trump's chief of staff Susie Wiles, revealing a chaotic White House culture. Read the full breakdown here.
Susie Wiles gives a remarkably frank interview about Trump's second term, from 'odd' Musk to 'painful' tariffs. Read the key revelations that have rocked Washington.
A Vanity Fair podcast reveals shocking claims from Trump's inner circle, sparking a White House crisis and a $10bn lawsuit against the BBC. Get the full story.
In a rare interview, Trump's chief of staff Susie Wiles reveals the president's belief in limitless power, plans for retribution, and internal clashes over key figures like Elon Musk. Read the full exposé.
Immediate evacuation ordered in Kent, Auburn, and Tukwila after a levee failure. A week of heavy rain from an atmospheric river caused dangerous flooding. Read the latest updates.
Democrat Danny Ceisler's decisive victory in the Bucks County sheriff race signals a major shift on local immigration enforcement. Explore the implications for US policy.
A West Australian coroner has delivered 15 adverse findings over the death of Indigenous teenager Cleveland Dodd in Unit 18, calling for its closure and a system-wide inquiry. Read the full report.
A woman and a child have died in a devastating house fire in County Offaly. An investigation is underway as emergency services respond to the tragedy.
The FCA launches a plan to double the mutuals sector, aiming to provide affordable credit and protect vulnerable borrowers from illegal lenders. Could a 'Fair Banking Act' force high street banks to help?
Vanity Fair suspends Olivia Nuzzi after a controversial interview with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Learn about the ethical breach and its impact on media standards.
Reform UK has revoked the membership of Staffordshire county council leader Ian Cooper following an investigation into alleged racist abuse directed at Sadiq Khan and others. Read the full story.
Leicester City marks a painful anniversary, a decade on from their historic Premier League win. Explore the club's financial struggles, relegation, and uncertain future.
Political writer Olivia Nuzzi's temporary contract at Vanity Fair expires this month, with her future uncertain following a series of damaging allegations published by her ex-fiancé, Ryan Lizza. Read the full analysis.
A man from a prominent Melbourne family has been found guilty of digitally raping his friend's girlfriend. The jury heard he pretended to be her boyfriend in a dark bedroom.
Staffordshire council leader Ian Cooper is under investigation by Reform UK over alleged racist social media posts. Labour MPs demand his resignation. Read the full story.
A decade after 'county lines' drug dealing was identified, a new Sky News podcast reveals the devastating impact on exploited children like Lucy, who was stabbed at 13. Listen now.
Staffordshire council leader Ian Cooper faces racism allegations over social media posts targeting Sadiq Khan and others. Reform UK launches urgent investigation.
Ten years after 'county lines' drug dealing was identified, exploited children face death, prison, or severe mental trauma. New police figures show the crisis is not abating.
Brock Purdy's San Francisco 49ers secured a landmark win in Cleveland, fuelling their playoff hopes in a season where no NFL team looks dominant. Read the full analysis.