Ealing Council Budget: Tax Rise, Waste Cuts, Housing Spend
Ealing Council announces a budget with a 4.99% council tax rise, reduced waste collection fees, and £131.6m for housing, alongside education investments and a new lane rental scheme.
Category : Politics
Gorton and Denton By-Election: A Snapshot of UK Chaos
The Gorton and Denton by-election on February 26, 2026, triggered by Labour MP Andrew Gwynne's resignation, sees a fierce four-way contest amid political fragmentation and voter uncertainty.
Australian Man Charged with 596 Child Abuse Offences
Queensland Police charge 27-year-old man with 596 child abuse offences after investigation uncovers 23,000 videos and images linked to 459 victims, some as young as seven.
North Korea Executes Children for Watching Squid Game
Amnesty International reveals North Korea publicly executes citizens, including schoolchildren, for consuming South Korean media like Squid Game and K-pop under dystopian laws.
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Alex Saab Detained in Caracas, Faces US Extradition
Colombian-Venezuelan businessman Alex Saab, a key ally of deposed president Nicolás Maduro, has reportedly been detained in a joint operation and could be extradited to the US within days.
Cranston Inquiry: Worst Small Boat Channel Disaster Report
The Cranston Inquiry's report reveals details of the worst small boat disaster in the English Channel, highlighting systemic failures and safety concerns.
Nuclear Treaty Ends, Risk Higher Than Cold War
The expiration of the last US-Russia nuclear pact has experts warning of an unconstrained arms race, with risks now exceeding Cold War levels.
Croydon Thug Jailed for London Bridge Station Attack
A violent attacker from Croydon has been imprisoned after brutally beating a man unconscious at London Bridge Underground station, causing severe injuries including a brain haemorrhage.
Mandelson Resigns Over Epstein Leak Allegations
Peter Mandelson has resigned from the Labour Party and stepped down from the House of Lords after emails revealed he leaked sensitive government information to Jeffrey Epstein.
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ISC to Publish Mandelson-Epstein Files Despite No 10 Concerns
Parliament's intelligence committee pledges full transparency in probe into Peter Mandelson's US ambassador appointment and Jeffrey Epstein ties, overriding government fears of embarrassment.
US-Russia Nuclear Treaty Expiry Risks New Arms Race
The expiration of the New START treaty leaves no limits on US and Russian nuclear arsenals, potentially triggering a dangerous new arms race reminiscent of Cold War tensions.
Mandelson 'Deceived Everybody' Says Housing Secretary
Housing Secretary Steve Reed defends Keir Starmer over Peter Mandelson scandal, insisting the former minister 'conned everybody' about his Jeffrey Epstein links.
King Charles' Personal Audi Up for Sale with Royal Colour
A 2015 Audi A6 Allroad previously owned by King Charles III is being auctioned, featuring a colour exclusive to the Royal Household and an estimated price of £20,000-30,000.
80-Year-Old Arrested Over Sarajevo 'Human Safari' Trips
An 80-year-old Italian man has been arrested for allegedly paying to shoot civilians in Sarajevo during the 1990s siege, as prosecutors investigate 'murder tourism' involving wealthy tourists.
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US-Russia Nuclear Treaty Ends, Arms Control Era Over
The expiration of the New START treaty marks the first time in over 50 years with no legal limits on American and Russian nuclear arsenals, raising fears of a new arms race.
Abu Dhabi Hosts Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks with US
High-level diplomatic negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, mediated by the United States, are underway in Abu Dhabi to explore pathways to end the ongoing conflict.
Podcast: Starmer's Leadership Crisis Examined
A new political podcast episode analyses the mounting pressure on Sir Keir Starmer's premiership following the Peter Mandelson scandal and Labour Party tensions.
Savannah Guthrie Pleads for Mother's Return
NBC's Savannah Guthrie issues tearful plea to captors holding her 84-year-old mother Nancy, as investigation enters fifth day with FBI involvement.
Staff Can Refuse to Serve Andrew at New Home
Staff working for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor have reportedly been told they can decline to serve him if uncomfortable, amid ongoing controversy and fresh police assessments.
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Sky News Reporter Hired in Cambodian Scam Centre
A Sky News journalist goes undercover in Cambodia, exposing a scam factory's operations and getting hired after a brief interview, revealing trafficking and forced labour.
Ex-Guard: Supermax Prisons Won't Stop UK Inmate Weapons
Former prison officers criticise UK supermax prison plans, warning inmates will still make weapons from everyday items and that staffing shortages fuel rising assaults.
CGT Discount to Cost $250bn, Favours Wealthy
New Parliamentary Budget Office figures reveal Australia's capital gains tax discount will cost nearly $250bn over the next decade, with the top 1% of taxpayers receiving 60% of benefits. As Labor considers reforms, pressure mounts to address housing affo
Starmer's Future, Andrew Photo Email, Nuclear Treaty Ends
Sir Keir Starmer faces a Labour rebellion over Mandelson files, an email suggests Prince Andrew's photo is real, and the US-Russia nuclear treaty expires, sparking arms race fears.
Podcast Pressure on PM Over Mandelson Appointment
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer faces internal party anger and leadership speculation after publishing documents about appointing Peter Mandelson as US ambassador. The Washington Post announces major staff cuts.
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Mandelson Under Fire: Epstein Files Threaten Legacy
Lord Mandelson's political legacy faces unprecedented scrutiny as newly released Epstein documents and a police investigation converge, raising urgent questions about accountability in public life.
Epstein Files Expose Royal, Political and Celebrity Links
Newly released Jeffrey Epstein documents detail extensive contacts with figures like Norway's Crown Princess, Peter Mandelson, and Deepak Chopra, revealing the financier's vast social network.
Green Party Wins Lewisham Council Seat from Labour
Zack Polanski of the Green Party has won a council seat in Lewisham, London, defeating Labour in a local election upset that signals shifting political dynamics.
Starmer's Mandelson Gamble Backfires in Commons Vote
Keir Starmer faces political crisis as MPs unite to force release of documents on Peter Mandelson's Epstein links, exposing major vetting failures in ambassador appointment.
Greenwich Council Tax Rise: £100 Extra for Average Household
Greenwich Council plans a 4.99% council tax increase from April, costing average households nearly £100 more annually, alongside £7.1m in savings to balance its budget.
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Afternoon Update: Thursday's National News Briefing
A concise afternoon update covering key national news stories for Thursday, including political developments, economic reports, and social issues across Australia.
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