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Pregnancy drug victims demand public inquiry

Campaigners fighting for justice after anti-nausea drug Primodos caused devastating birth defects call for urgent government investigation into historic medical scandal.

Democrat Graham Platner wins Maine Senate seat in major upset

In a stunning political upset, Democrat Graham Platner has captured Maine's Senate seat, dealing a devastating blow to Republican ambitions of controlling the chamber. Discover how this former state attorney general defied the odds in one of 2025's most f

US Senate blocks northern spotted owl protections

In a controversial move, the US Senate has overturned protections for the northern spotted owl, sparking outrage among conservationists and raising concerns about the future of the threatened species.

Trump Republicans threaten shutdown over filibuster

Republican senators aligned with Donald Trump are considering forcing a government shutdown to eliminate the legislative filibuster, setting up a dramatic constitutional confrontation in Washington.

UK's fast jet programme in crisis, report warns

A damning parliamentary inquiry reveals Britain's fast jet fleet is dangerously underprepared, with ageing Typhoons and delayed Tempest programme threatening RAF capabilities.

Failed school return attempt for Southport killer

Exclusive inquiry revelations show desperate attempts to reintegrate the Southport attacker into education system less than a year before tragic stabbing spree that shocked the nation.

Govt Orders Birmingham Pub Bombings Public Inquiry

The UK government has finally ordered a statutory public inquiry into the 1974 Birmingham pub bombings, delivering a major victory for victims' families after decades of campaigning for truth and justice.

Grooming Gangs Inquiry Descends into Chaos

An explosive investigation reveals how Britain's landmark grooming gangs inquiry has descended into turmoil, with allegations of political interference and systemic failures threatening justice for victims.

Manston Asylum Centre Inquiry Stalled, Critics Say

An official investigation into alleged overcrowding and poor conditions at the Manston asylum processing centre has reportedly ground to a halt, with critics accusing the government of deliberate delays.

Hanson cleared in Rinehart party funding scandal

Australian Senate absolves Pauline Hanson of misconduct after taxpayer-funded trip to mining magnate Gina Rinehart's birthday celebration, though questions about political judgement remain.

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