Navalny Poisoning: Frog Toxin as Russian Message?
Analysis of the exotic epibatidine toxin used to kill Alexei Navalny. Experts debate whether this rare poison was meant to send a chilling signal about Russian capabilities.
Category : Politics
Merton Council Tax Rise: 4% Hike, Lower Than Neighbors
Merton Council plans a 4% council tax increase for 2026/27, citing government funding changes. Band D bills to rise by £64 yearly, with cuts and savings over £7.2 million.
Guard Charged Over Inmate Relationship at HMP Barlinnie
A 33-year-old female prison guard at HMP Barlinnie in Glasgow has been arrested and charged with wilful neglect of duty following allegations of an inappropriate relationship with an inmate.
Ian Beale Lookalike Conman Swindles £400k from Grandmothers
A con artist resembling EastEnders' Ian Beale has evaded police for seven years after defrauding three grandmothers of £400,000 in romance scams across the UK.
Obama's UFO Comments Hint at Major Alien Disclosure, Experts Say
Former President Barack Obama's recent comments about extraterrestrial life are being interpreted by UFO experts as preparation for a major government disclosure event about alien existence.
London Council Warns of Service Uncertainty Despite Funding Deal
The City of London Corporation welcomes a three-year funding settlement but warns vital services face ongoing uncertainty due to postponed grant cuts and long-term financial gaps.
Cities Fight Back Against ICE with Novel Strategies
From ICE-free zones to canceled contracts, cities across the US are innovating to protect residents from federal immigration enforcement, amid protests and legal battles.
Savannah Guthrie Appeals for Missing Mother Nancy
NBC's Savannah Guthrie issues a heartfelt plea for information on her missing mother, Nancy, as authorities intensify search efforts in a developing case.
Teens Convicted in Fatal Beach Rock Attack After Luring Man
Two teenagers have been found guilty of manslaughter after luring a 49-year-old man to a Kent beach where he was beaten to death with rocks while being called a 'paedophile'.
Labour Group Accused of Smearing Journalists
Labour Together, a campaign group linked to Keir Starmer, paid for a dossier targeting journalists who exposed undeclared donations, raising serious press freedom concerns.
Teens Guilty of Manslaughter in Kent Beach Murder Case
Two teenagers found guilty of manslaughter after luring a man to a beach in Leysdown-on-Sea, where he was attacked with rocks and a bottle. The victim, Alexander Cashford, 49, died in the incident.
Starmer Announces Online Safety Measures for Children
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced three key measures to protect children online, including faster social media bans, extending safety rules to AI chatbots, and preserving data after child deaths.
Rubio: Trump Committed to Orban's Success in Hungary
Senator Marco Rubio asserts that former President Donald Trump is dedicated to supporting Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's political success, amid ongoing diplomatic discussions.
Labour U-turns on Local Election Delays After Legal Challenge
The Labour government has reversed plans to postpone local elections in 30 English councils following legal advice and a High Court challenge from Reform UK.
Government Struggles to Regulate AI and Social Media
The UK government announces updates to the Online Safety Act to regulate AI chatbots, but faces criticism over slow response times and calls for stricter social media bans for minors.
Government Abandons Local Election Delay After Legal Advice
The government has withdrawn plans to postpone 30 local elections affecting over 4.5 million people after receiving new legal advice related to a challenge by Reform UK.
Starmer Abandons Election Delay in Another Policy U-Turn
Keir Starmer has reversed plans to postpone 30 council elections in May following a legal challenge from Reform UK, marking his 14th major policy reversal since taking office.
Government Drops Plan to Delay 30 Local Council Elections in England
Ministers have scrapped controversial plans to delay 30 local elections in England this May after legal advice deemed it potentially unlawful, following backlash from opposition parties.
Starmer Vows Fast-Track Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces urgent legislation to ban social media access for children under 16, citing mental health risks and aiming for swift parliamentary action.
Probe into Labour Group's Alleged Targeting of Journalists
An investigation is underway into claims that Labour Together hired lobbyists to investigate Sunday Times journalists, with the prime minister confirming the Cabinet Office will examine the allegations.
Pensioner Left with 10 XL Bullies Before Fatal Attack, Court Told
A Chelmsford Crown Court trial hears how a 68-year-old woman with limited mobility was left in charge of 10 XL bully dogs, leading to her death. The defendant denies charges related to the incident.
Count Binface Sabotages Labour Leadership Domain Bids
Satirical candidate Count Binface has purchased key Labour leadership domain names, redirecting them to his site and sparking political intrigue over future contenders.
Pensioner Left with 10 XL Bully Dogs Before Fatal Attack
A 68-year-old woman with mobility issues was left in charge of 10 XL bully dogs weighing 190kg before being mauled to death, a court has been told in a tragic case.
Liberal MPs Warn Taylor on Trump-Style Immigration Bans
Moderate Liberal MPs express concern over leaked immigration plan proposing bans on migrants from 37 regions, warning against hardline Trump-like policies under new leader Angus Taylor.
Private Prison Firm Faces Scrutiny Over Australian Detention
A private prison company used by ICE in the US is now managing Australian detention centers, amid allegations of negligence and safety concerns.
Child Killed in Pakistan Motorcycle Bomb Blast Near Police Station
A bomb attached to a motorcycle exploded near a police station in Bannu, killing two including a child and injuring twelve others, with suspicion falling on the Pakistani Taliban.
Starmer Announces Crackdown on AI Chatbots for Child Safety
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled new regulations targeting AI chatbots to ensure child safety, addressing risks from unregulated AI interactions.
Deported Criminal Returns to UK, Sets Up £200k Cannabis Farm
Redis Shahini, 22, deported after a cannabis conviction, smuggled back into the UK to establish a £200,000 drug-growing operation in Nottingham before being caught by police.
Social Media Ban and AI Chatbot Restrictions for Under-16s
Prime Minister Keir Starmer plans to fast-track a social media ban for under-16s, including AI chatbot restrictions, to enhance online safety and hold tech firms accountable under the Online Safety Act.
Ukraine-Russia Talks Resume in Geneva, Hopes Low
Senior Ukrainian and Russian officials meet in Switzerland for second round of talks brokered by Trump administration, with expectations of progress remaining minimal as Russia maintains hardline demands.
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