Teens arrested in £80k stolen tools raid at Hounslow boot sale
Police seize £80,000 of suspected stolen power tools at a Hounslow car boot sale, arresting two 15-year-old boys and two men. Officers urge tradespeople to mark their property.
Category : Politics
NSW Parliament recalled for urgent gun law debate
The NSW parliament will be recalled next week to debate urgent gun control legislation, with calls to remove recreational hunting as a valid reason for firearm ownership. Follow the latest developments.
Girl found after 42 years unaware she was abducted
Michelle Newton, abducted aged 3, discovered alive 42 years later with no knowledge of her past. Reunited with her father after mother's arrest in Florida. Read the full story.
Trump's $2.57bn 'Warrior Dividend' for US Troops
President Trump pledges $1,776 to 1.45 million US troops in a pre-Christmas 'warrior dividend', funded by tariffs and tax bills, amid legal scrutiny. Read the full analysis.
Three arrested after man found dead in West London
A man has been found dead at an address in Greenford, Ealing. Three people are in custody as police treat the death as unexpected. Read the latest.
Albanese's Crisis Leadership Under Scrutiny Post-Bondi
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces criticism for his response to the Bondi terror attack as he announces new hate speech laws and concedes more could have been done. Can he reset the narrative?
Trump's Frustrated Address Raises Eyebrows
Donald Trump's televised address to the nation, expected to focus on Venezuela, became a defensive campaign speech. We analyse the tone and political fallout.
HSBC Chair Invested in Collapsed Tax Avoidance Scheme
HSBC's new chair, Brendon Nelson, lost money in an unregulated biofuel investment scheme marketed for tax avoidance. The scheme collapsed, wiping out millions. Read the full investigation.
Camden's 'trauma passports' for homeless amid 26% rise
Camden Council introduces personal 'passports' for homeless individuals to prevent re-traumatisation. The scheme launches as rough sleeping in the borough surges by 26% this year.
Starmer launches historic crackdown on violence against women
Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveils a landmark national strategy to halve violence against women and girls in ten years, backed by new funding and a cross-government approach.
Trump's White House plaques attack Biden, Obama, Bush
Donald Trump's administration has installed new plaques in the White House's 'Presidential Walk of Fame' that launch personal attacks on his predecessors, including Joe Biden and Barack Obama. Read the full story.
Morocco accused of abuse against detained Gen Z protesters
Human rights groups condemn alleged police brutality and arbitrary detention of hundreds of young protesters in Morocco, as families share horrific testimonies of abuse. Calls for justice grow.
Police probe fraud at Tower Hamlets Council
The Met Police is investigating suspected fraud and money laundering by a former Tower Hamlets Council employee. The case, dating to 2018, involves procurement and conflicts of interest.
Trump's 'Bah Humbug' Speech Betrays Desperation
Donald Trump delivered a 20-minute, invective-filled speech from the White House, attacking Biden and immigrants. The address, set against grim polls and looming Epstein files, revealed a president on the defensive. Read the full analysis.
Bondi footbridge reopens after Hanukah terror attack
Emotional scenes as the Bondi footbridge used in the deadly shooting reopens. Mourners pay tribute to Rabbi Eli Schlanger and the 15 victims. Read the full report on the community's response.
Protest ban plan sparks outcry after Bondi shooting
NSW Premier Chris Minns faces backlash from activists and Jewish groups over plans to restrict protests following the Bondi terror attack. Critics warn of eroding democratic freedoms.
Albanese Announces Crackdown on Hate Speech After Bondi Attack
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces strengthened hate speech laws and new visa powers following the Bondi Junction massacre. The youngest victim, 10-year-old Matilda, is laid to rest.
Labour's Poll Plunge: Starmer's Torrid Year in Review
Keir Starmer's government faces a disastrous 2025 with plummeting polls, multiple scandals, and 11 ministerial resignations. Can 2026 bring any relief? Read the full analysis.
2025 Political Review Podcast: Key Moments and 2026 Outlook
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey dissect the biggest political events of 2025 and forecast the challenges for 2026. Listen to the full Politics Weekly UK podcast.
10 Years of Fortress Europe: Far-Right Gains Ground
A decade after the 2015 refugee crisis, Europe's hardened borders fuel a political economy of fear, enriching security firms and empowering the far-right. The future is in our hands.
EU leaders urged to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine
EU leaders face pressure to approve a €90bn loan for Ukraine's defence, funded by frozen Russian assets, at a critical Brussels summit. The move aims to counter Russian advances.
Forgotten Fighters: The Women Behind UK Equality Laws
As the UK marks 50 years since sex discrimination was outlawed, we remember the journalists and activists whose relentless campaign forced a historic change in the law.
Bondi suspects' four-week Philippines hotel stay investigated
Exclusive details reveal the Davao hotel routine of the alleged Bondi Beach gunmen. Police investigate their Philippines trip as funerals for victims continue. Read the latest.
Sydney Mourns 10-Year-Old Victim of Bondi Terror Attack
The Sydney Jewish community gathers to farewell 10-year-old Matilda, the youngest victim of the Bondi beach terror attack. Read the full story of the funeral and the community's response.
Police watchdog recommends dismissal over unlawful arrest
A NSW police officer unlawfully arrested and choked a man, then tried to delete footage, a watchdog found. Two officers face dismissal and potential criminal charges. Read the full report.
Labour MPs warn BNO visa holders could lose settled status
Dozens of Labour MPs demand the government ensures new immigration rules do not block 200,000 Hong Kongers from permanent residency, honouring the UK's historic duty.
Australia Announces New Hate Speech Laws Post-Bondi
PM Anthony Albanese announces new laws to combat hate speech and antisemitism following the Bondi terror attack. Includes a 12-month taskforce and new visa powers.
Chile elects far-right president José Antonio Kast
José Antonio Kast, a Pinochet admirer, wins Chile's presidency in a landslide. This analysis explores his rise and what it signals for Latin America's political future. Read more.
Bondi Attack: NSW Premier Pledges Firearms Law Review
Following the Bondi beach terror attack, NSW Premier Chris Minns vows to review gun laws. Data shows a 'frightening concentration' of firearm ownership in Sydney. Read the full analysis.
Russian tanker hit in drone attack; Zaporizhzhia bombed
A drone strike hits a tanker in Rostov-on-Don, causing casualties, as Russian bombs wound 32 in Zaporizhzhia. Zelenskyy pushes EU to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine aid.
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