Green Councillor Quits After Election Win Over Rule Breach
James Tilden won Hackney Central for the Greens but resigned after it emerged he was disqualified as a council employee. A by-election will follow.
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Katie Price Denies Husband's Arrest at Dubai Airport
Katie Price refutes claims her husband Lee Andrews was detained at Dubai airport, saying he missed his flight due to business. GMB revealed Foreign Office support for a detained British man.
Six Cabinet Ministers to Tell Starmer to Resign
Six cabinet ministers reportedly plan to tell Sir Keir Starmer to resign amid a Labour mutiny, as borrowing costs spike and a minister quits.
Voters Fear Leftward Lurch Under New Labour PM
A new poll reveals 52% of voters worry a new Labour leader would shift left, amid calls for lower taxes and less spending. Andy Burnham leads as preferred successor.
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Barclays and Lloyds shares sink amid political turmoil
UK banking giants lead FTSE 100 sell-off as Labour leadership crisis and Iran war fears hit markets, with Barclays, Natwest, and Lloyds losing over 4%.
Starmer Faces Cabinet Showdown as Ministers Urge Him to Quit
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under pressure from cabinet ministers and over 70 Labour MPs to resign after poor local election results. A crucial cabinet meeting is set for 9:30am.
Starmer Ally Ducks Question on PM's Future
Cabinet minister Darren Jones refused to confirm if Keir Starmer will lead Labour into the next election, amid growing calls for resignation and market instability.
EU to Allow UK to Keep Live Animal Export Ban
Brussels is preparing to let the UK maintain its ban on live animal exports as part of an agricultural deal, a key win for Starmer amid Brexit negotiations.
Starmer's Reset Falls Short as Reform Threat Looms
Polly Toynbee argues Starmer's speech was insufficient, warning that Reform UK poses a Trumpist threat that requires urgent progressive unity to counter.
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Sir Hayden Phillips: Inspirational Civil Servant Remembered
Sir Hayden Phillips, known as the 'mandarin's mandarin', is remembered for nurturing junior staff and creating a flatter structure at the Department of National Heritage, inspiring many careers.
ECB to Dock Points for Counties' Financial Losses from 2025
Cricket counties face automatic points deductions for repeated financial losses under new ECB rules, similar to Premier League PSR, starting next season.
How Cameron's Fresh Face Pitch Opened Door to Political Chaos
Zoe Williams argues that David Cameron's 2005 leadership bid, based on being a 'fresh face', started a trend of unqualified candidates seeking the highest office, leading to political instability.
Investment Key in Renationalisation Debate
Andrew Snelson argues that investment levels, not ownership, determine service quality, questioning government's ability to fund billions in extra investment.
APPG Urges National Commission for Voting Reform
Michael Bursill highlights the all-party parliamentary group for fair elections, urging a national commission on electoral reform that prioritizes citizen interests over political parties.
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Hamlet Knew About the Nocebo Effect: Letters
Readers discuss the nocebo effect, scattering ashes, bus travel, refusing to age, and enjoying the long read. Shakespeare's Hamlet referenced the power of thinking.
UK Failing to Protect Modern Slavery Victims
Modern slavery cases in the UK hit record levels in 2025, with a 41% increase. Anti-slavery groups call for political will and investment to end exploitation.
Israeli Soldiers Jailed for Statue Desecration in Lebanon
Two Israeli soldiers were sentenced to military prison for desecrating a Virgin Mary statue in southern Lebanon, sparking outrage and condemnation.
Quarantine at Arrowe Park: What Awaits MV Hondius Passengers
Passengers from the MV Hondius cruise ship are quarantined at Arrowe Park hospital, Wirral, after a hantavirus outbreak. A former Covid quarantine veteran shares what they can expect.
British Steel Nationalisation: Hard Decisions Loom
As British Steel faces full nationalisation, questions arise over sale terms, transition to electric arc furnaces, and potential subsidies. The government must balance costs, jobs, and steel capacity.
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West's Stalking Horse Bid Against Starmer Backfires
Labour MP Catherine West attempted to spark a leadership challenge against Keir Starmer, but her plan faltered as colleagues criticized her approach and she scaled back demands to a deadline for his departure.
Starmer Clings On Amid Labour Deadlock
Keir Starmer survives immediate leadership challenge but MPs demand resignation timetable. Political correspondent analyzes his chances of staying on.
Schumer Vows to Block $1bn for Trump's Ballroom
Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, will oppose a $1bn Republican plan for Trump's White House ballroom security, accusing the GOP of prioritizing perks over working families.
Reform UK Councillor Resigns Over Racist Posts
Stuart Prior quit after allegedly celebrating rape, calling white people 'master race' and Muslims 'rats'. Reform UK faces scrutiny over similar remarks by other newly elected councillors.
Why Putin Now Says Ukraine War May Be 'Coming to an End'
Vladimir Putin suggested the war in Ukraine may be ending, but Russia faces lost momentum, high casualties, and economic vulnerabilities from Ukrainian drone strikes.
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Fifa's $33,000 World Cup Tickets Betray the Beautiful Game
Fifa's dynamic pricing and resale markets have led to exorbitant World Cup ticket costs, excluding ordinary fans and undermining the spirit of the sport.
Starmer Faces Legitimacy Crisis as Labour MPs Demand Change
After disastrous local elections, Labour MPs publicly question Keir Starmer's leadership, calling for an orderly transition. The party faces a crisis of legitimacy as voters lose trust.
EU Sanctions Violent Israeli Settlers After Long Deadlock
The EU has agreed sanctions on violent Israeli settlers, breaking a years-long deadlock. The measures fall short of trade sanctions, with France and Sweden pushing for tariffs on settlement products.
Drug Gang Attacks Force Indigenous Families to Flee in Mexico
Intense attacks by Los Ardillos gang in Guerrero, including drone bombings, have displaced up to 1,000 families, says Indigenous rights group.
Trump Pledges to Pause Federal Gas Tax as Prices Soar
President Trump pledges to suspend the federal gas tax to relieve Americans from rising fuel costs after the US-Israel war on Iran drove prices to a four-year high.
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Starmer Faces Growing Rebellion as Labour MPs Demand Exit
Keir Starmer's leadership is under threat as over 60 Labour MPs call for his resignation, despite pleas from allies. The rebellion, led by Catherine West, signals deep unrest within the party.
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