Police chiefs call to scrap non-crime hate incidents
Police leaders are set to call for the controversial 'non-crime hate incident' category to be scrapped and replaced with a new 'commonsense' system. Read the full details of the proposed overhaul.
Category : Politics
Somerset traders oppose new parking charges on Hill Road
Independent businesses in Clevedon's Hill Road warn new parking fees proposed by North Somerset Council could drive customers away, threatening the town's vibrant retail scene. Read why they're fighting back.
Strangulation charges surge to over 8,500 in a year
CPS data reveals a dramatic rise in charges for the standalone strangulation offence, signalling a crackdown on domestic abuse. Learn how the new law is protecting victims.
Ukraine power cuts after Russian winter attacks
Russian missile and drone attacks target Ukraine's energy infrastructure, causing widespread blackouts and casualties as temperatures plummet. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Trump appoints envoy in fresh bid to acquire Greenland
President Trump names a special envoy to Greenland, reigniting a controversial bid to acquire the strategic Arctic territory. Danish and Greenlandic leaders condemn the move. Read the full story.
Dark Side of Professional Darts Revealed
Beyond the raucous crowds and big money, elite darts players reveal a soul-destroying tour, loneliness and a loss of passion for the sport. Exclusive insight from Alexandra Palace.
Westminster's worst moments and blunders of 2025
From emotional breakdowns to policy U-turns and tractor protests, we review the biggest political scandals and misjudgements that rocked Westminster in 2025. Read the full story.
Reform's Local Council Chaos: A National Preview?
After winning 677 council seats, Reform UK's local government triumphs have been marred by infighting and scandal. We examine what this reveals about the party's potential future in national power.
Arsonist jailed for 10 years over 1998 teen death
Gregory John Walker sentenced to 10 years, 9 months for manslaughter after Molotov cocktail killed 13-year-old Arthur Haines in 1998. Read the full story.
Hunger strikers pass 50 days as doctors warn of fatal risk
Four prisoners on remand are refusing food, with two surpassing 50 days. Medical experts warn of irreversible organ damage and sudden cardiac failure. Learn the grim physiological timeline.
Albanese rejects Bondi royal commission call
PM Anthony Albanese pushes back on politicisation of the Bondi attack as NSW's new protest ban laws face a constitutional challenge. Plus, MP travel perks cut and a rare pink platypus spotted.
Man charged after throwing corrosive liquid at two women
A 22-year-old London man faces serious charges after allegedly throwing a corrosive substance at two women in Blackwater. He has been granted bail and will appear in crown court next month.
Australia's NSW to ban 'globalise the intifada' slogan
New South Wales premier Chris Minns vows to outlaw the phrase, calling it 'hateful, violent rhetoric'. The move follows similar controversies in the UK and US. Read the full explainer.
Police Leaders Urge Scrapping of Non-Crime Hate Logs
National police leaders recommend replacing the non-crime hate incident system with a 'common sense' approach, focusing only on serious anti-social behaviour. Read the full review details.
Starmer's growth focus as missions fade, says think tank
As 2025 ends, Keir Starmer's government quietly drops its 'five missions' to focus solely on economic growth. Policy director Joe Hill argues for tax cuts and scrapping the Employment Rights Bill to boost the UK economy in 2026.
NSW's rushed anti-protest laws face court challenge
New South Wales is fast-tracking another anti-protest bill after a terror incident. Constitutional experts warn it may be overruled, like past laws. Read the analysis.
PM Albanese announces cuts to MP family travel entitlements
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces major cuts to taxpayer-funded travel for MPs' families, including a ban on business class flights. Read the full details of the new rules.
US Drops Deportation Plan for Xinjiang Camps Documentarian
US authorities halt deportation of Guan Heng, who exposed alleged Uyghur detention facilities in China. Activists welcome the decision, citing fears of persecution.
Council Seeks to Shut Islamic Centre Linked to Preacher
Canterbury Bankstown council issues a 'cease use' order for the Al Madina centre, alleging it operates illegally as a prayer hall. The move follows scrutiny after the Bondi attack.
Australian neo-Nazi refused bail over MP threat allegations
Joel Davis, a member of the National Socialist Network, has been denied bail for a second time after being charged over allegedly menacing messages targeting independent MP Allegra Spender. Read the latest.
Ireland's Gender Recognition Act: A Decade On
Ten years after Ireland's landmark Gender Recognition Act, a once-uncontroversial law faces growing scrutiny. Explore the journey from consensus to contention.
Coldplay Kiss Cam Couple: The Viral Scandal's Aftermath
The viral Coldplay kiss cam moment involving Andy Byron and Kristin Cabot sparked global intrigue, memes, and serious real-world consequences. Discover the full story here.
How Trump and Putin's craving for status threatens Europe
Analysis reveals how Trump's US and Putin's Russia, both driven by a desire for respect, aim to dismantle the European project. Explore the threat to the liberal world order.
Major East Jerusalem Demolition Leaves 100 Homeless
Israeli diggers demolish a large residential block in Silwan, East Jerusalem, as Israel's security cabinet approves 19 new Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank. Read the full report.
Trump reacts to Bill Clinton photos in Epstein files
Donald Trump says he 'hated' seeing photos of Bill Clinton in the newly released Jeffrey Epstein documents. Get the latest on the political fallout and statements from both sides.
Russia, China Support Venezuela Amid US Pressure
Russia and China have pledged support for Venezuela's government as former US President Donald Trump renews pressure on Nicolás Maduro. Read the full geopolitical analysis.
Trump announces new 'Trump-class' US Navy battleships
Donald Trump reveals plans for a new 'Trump-class' of US Navy warships, promising vessels bigger and more powerful than any before. Explore the details and controversy.
Trump recalls 30 ambassadors in diplomatic purge
The Trump administration has recalled nearly 30 senior diplomats in a move critics call a purge. The reshuffle targets career officers and risks politicising the US foreign service. Read the full report.
Mark Wiseman Appointed Canada's Ambassador to US
Prime Minister Mark Carney appoints financier Mark Wiseman as Canada's next ambassador to the United States, a crucial role ahead of 2026 USMCA trade review. Read the full story.
Pastor detained in China as family flees crackdown
Senior pastor Gao Yingjia is held in China as his wife and son flee abroad. The crackdown on unofficial churches alarms rights groups and signals a tightening of religious controls.
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