Reich: Trump's 'Nightmare' Sparks a Democratic Reckoning
Former US Labour Secretary Robert Reich argues Trump's second term has exposed deep rot, mobilising record protests and Democratic wins. Is this the prelude to a brighter future?
Category : Politics
London Braces for Snow This Weekend
London is set for a wintry start to 2026 with snow forecast for the first weekend. Find out when and where the flurries will hit the capital.
Poll: Europeans Fear Unaffordable State Pensions
A major YouGov survey reveals deep public pessimism across Europe about the affordability of state pensions, alongside resistance to key reforms like raising the retirement age.
Europe's Pension Crisis: Protests as Systems Strain
Across Europe, from Paris to Madrid, protests erupt over unsustainable state pensions. Ageing populations and falling birthrates create a perfect storm, forcing governments to confront unpopular reforms. Explore the data and the deepening crisis.
Zelenskyy: US Security Guarantee for Ukraine Agreed at 15 Years
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy reveals a draft peace framework includes 15-year US security guarantees, less than the 50 he requested from Trump. Follow the latest on the Ukraine war negotiations.
Man charged with murder after grandfather dies from pub punch
Nathan Gothard, 36, appears in court charged with murdering David Darke, 66, who died six days after being punched outside a Leicestershire village pub. Read the latest on this tragic case.
Manhunt for prisoner who escaped on Christmas Day
Thames Valley Police are searching for Mahad Elmi, 27, who escaped HMP Springhill on Christmas Day. The public is urged not to approach him and to call 999 immediately.
Pelosi: Democrats to Win House Back in 2026
Former US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi forecasts a Democratic victory in the 2026 midterms, aiming to reclaim congressional power from Trump. Read her full analysis.
Activist Apologises for Historic Tweets After Egypt Release
British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah issues an unequivocal apology for 'hurtful' historic social media posts, following his return to the UK after years of imprisonment in Egypt. Read his full statement.
Alaa Abd el-Fattah Apologises for Old Tweets After Release
British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah issues an unreserved apology for shocking tweets written over 10 years ago, as political backlash grows in the UK. Read his full statement.
Activist apologises for historic tweets after UK return
British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah apologises for 'hurtful' old social media posts after his release from Egyptian prison. Read his full statement and the political reaction.
Trump: Ukraine Peace Deal 'Closer Than Ever Before'
Donald Trump says US-backed Ukraine peace talks are nearing completion after hosting Volodymyr Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago. Key security guarantees are agreed, but thorny issues on Donbas remain.
Armed man shot dead by police after Norfolk crash
A man believed to be carrying a handgun was shot and killed by armed officers after a collision near Thetford. The IOPC has launched an investigation. Read the latest updates.
Grenfell firms still win public contracts
Companies implicated in the Grenfell Tower fire inquiry continue to receive multimillion-pound public contracts. Survivors demand action as new analysis reveals 87 deals. Justice delayed must not be denied.
Trump's Fusion of Business and Diplomacy Raises Alarm
An investigation into how Donald Trump's presidency intertwines with family profit, reshaping US foreign policy in Gaza, Ukraine and the Gulf. Read the full analysis.
Netanyahu-Trump Talks: Three War Fronts in Focus
Israeli PM Netanyahu heads to Florida for crucial talks with President Trump. The future of Gaza, strikes on Iran, and Hezbollah in Lebanon hang in the balance. Read the latest analysis.
Major Changes Coming to Westminster in 2026
Central London's landscape is set for a major overhaul in 2026. Discover the plans for Oxford Street pedestrianisation, new homes, a Trocadero casino, and a Tate Britain garden. Read the full details here.
Zelenskyy's telling reaction to Trump at Mar-a-Lago
Analysis of the Trump-Zelenskyy summit reveals no major breakthrough but key takeaways on Ukraine security and peace plans. Discover the unspoken tensions and diplomatic progress.
Starmer's cautious stance on human rights scrutinised
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's approach to human rights law is under the microscope. Has the former lawyer abandoned his principles? Read our analysis of Labour's mixed record.
How a video saved Afghan women from a Taliban raid
Exiled activist Zarmina Paryani reveals how a desperate video thwarted a Taliban arrest in Kabul. Her story exposes the brutal crackdown on women's protests in Afghanistan.
Behind Meloni's Atreju Festival: Italy's Poverty & Emigration Crisis
While PM Giorgia Meloni basked in glory at the far-right Atreju festival, Italy faces a stark reality: soaring poverty and record emigration. We analyse the contradictions of her rule.
Syria's Deadly Reckoning: A 2025 Podcast
Revisit a powerful 2025 Audio Long Read exploring Syria's brutal sectarian violence through the story of two friends. Listen to the podcast and support in-depth journalism.
Freemasons sue Met Police over membership policy
The Freemasons demand a High Court injunction against the Met's new rule requiring officers to declare membership, calling it religious discrimination. Read the full legal battle details.
Albanese rejects Bondi attack royal commission calls
PM Anthony Albanese defends a swift intelligence review over a federal royal commission into the Bondi terror attack, despite pleas from victims' families and Jewish leaders.
Armed police and army for Sydney NYE after Bondi
NSW Premier Chris Minns announces a major security overhaul for Sydney's New Year's Eve, including police with machine guns and potential army deployment, following the Bondi attack.
7 Character Types in Every UK Facebook Community Group
From the helpful local to the serial complainer, we explore the archetypal personalities that populate Britain's neighbourhood Facebook groups. Discover who's who in your digital community.
Bolsonaro's Hiccup Treatment After 27-Year Coup Plot Sentence
Jailed former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro undergoes a nerve block procedure for persistent hiccups. Read the latest on his health and 27-year prison sentence.
Trump and Zelenskyy near Ukraine peace deal in Florida
US President Donald Trump and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy report significant progress towards ending the war after talks at Mar-a-Lago. Key details remain, but a deal could be weeks away.
Trump: Ukraine peace deal 'closer than ever'
Donald Trump says a Ukraine peace agreement is nearly complete after meeting Volodymyr Zelenskyy, but warns 'tough' issues on territory remain. Read the latest on US politics.
Massive police presence for Sydney New Year's Eve
NSW Premier urges public defiance after Bondi terror attack as police deploy in unprecedented numbers with new firepower for Sydney's New Year's Eve celebrations.
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