Channel Crossings Up 13% in 2025, Toxic for PM
New data reveals a 13% surge in migrant Channel crossings for 2025, heaping pressure on PM Keir Starmer. With Reform UK rising, we analyse the government's stalled policies and voter frustration.
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Farage's £5m 'double or quits' local election gamble
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage pledges a £5m spending blitz for May's local elections, calling them the most crucial test before the 2029 general election. Will his gamble pay off?
Zohran Mamdani inaugurated as New York City mayor
Zohran Mamdani, 34, becomes NYC's first Muslim mayor, pledging a 'new era' of democratic socialist governance. Key allies AOC and Bernie Sanders attended the historic ceremony.
Green Leader Polanski Challenges Khan and Labour Government
Green Party leader Zack Polanski tells the LDRS it's 'impossible' to separate London's issues from national Labour failures. Read his exclusive City Hall interview.
Police knew of antisemitism warning before Maccabi fan ban
West Midlands Police were told Jewish groups feared a ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans could be seen as antisemitic, weeks before telling MPs the community backed it. Read the full investigation.
Man charged over Kensington Palace trespass allegations
A 39-year-old man faces charges for allegedly trespassing twice on the grounds of Kensington Palace, the occasional home of the Prince and Princess of Wales. Read the full police statement.
Trump freezes childcare funds over Somali fraud claims
A Minnesota daycare owner denies fraud after a viral video prompts Trump to suspend $185m in federal childcare payments for 19,000 children. Read the full story.
Trump's hand bruises blamed on high-dose aspirin
President Donald Trump explains the bruises on his hands are due to a daily high-dose aspirin intake for heart health, sparking wider discussions about his wellbeing. Read the full details.
Trump on health: 'I take more aspirin than recommended'
President Donald Trump tells the Wall Street Journal his health is 'perfect' despite taking a high aspirin dose against medical advice. Read the full interview details.
Manhunt for prisoner missing from HMP Castle Huntly
Police warn public not to approach James Fitzpatrick, 36, who failed to return to HMP Castle Huntly after an approved visit. He was last seen possibly boarding a bus to Ardrossan.
Woman found dead in River Waveney on New Year's Day
Suffolk Police are trying to identify a woman pulled from the River Waveney near The Quay. Her death is being treated as unexplained. Call police with information.
Birmingham crowds tricked by fake NYE fireworks again
Hundreds of revellers in Birmingham's Centenary Square were left disappointed after a promised fireworks display failed to materialise for the second year running, following false online claims.
Zohran Mamdani becomes New York City's first Muslim mayor
Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani, 34, was sworn in as New York City's mayor in a private midnight ceremony. Read about the historic event and the public inauguration to follow.
Two dead as Iran protests over economy turn violent
Nationwide protests in Iran over economic conditions enter fifth day amid reports of deadly force by security forces. At least two confirmed dead in Lordegan.
Abortion rights slip as top priority for Democrats
New polling reveals abortion rights are fading as a key issue for Democratic voters ahead of the 2026 midterms, shifting focus to the economy and democracy. Read the full analysis.
Ex-Labour strategist warns party needs reset to counter Reform
Chris Powell, a former Labour adviser, warns Keir Starmer is not doing enough to counter the populist threat from Nigel Farage's Reform UK. He calls for a complete strategic overhaul, drawing lessons from New Labour's 1990s playbook.
Ex-Labour strategist warns of 'existential threat' from Reform UK
Sir Chris Powell, New Labour's former ad chief, urges Keir Starmer to launch a major counter-plan against Nigel Farage's party, calling the populist surge a 'terrifying threat' to UK democracy.
41,472 small boat arrivals in UK during 2025
Home Office brands 2025's 41,472 small boat Channel crossings 'shameful'. Explore the political fallout, new policies, and what the figures mean for UK immigration.
Think Tank Warns of UK Disintegration from Nativist Politics
A stark new report predicts the UK could fragment within a decade due to rising English nationalism and political polarisation. Discover the key risks and potential outcomes.
Labour warned over Starmer leadership as crisis deepens
Labour faces historic failure if it keeps Keir Starmer as leader, warn party members. Letters to the Guardian cite Gaza, protests, and electoral reform as key issues eroding public trust in 2025.
US Air Strikes More Than Double Under Trump in 2025
US military air and drone strikes have surged globally under President Trump, with ACLED data showing a more than doubling of operations since 2024. Key targets include Somalia, Yemen, and a new front in Venezuela.
Several killed in Iran's economic protest violence
Protests over Iran's economic crisis turn deadly, with multiple fatalities reported. The unrest, sparked by soaring inflation, has spread nationwide. Read the latest developments.
Drone strike kills 24 at New Year party in occupied Ukraine
A Russian-claimed Ukrainian drone attack on a Black Sea resort kills 24, injuring 50. The strike follows peace talks and escalates tensions. Read the latest developments.
Zohran Mamdani becomes first Muslim mayor of New York
Zohran Mamdani, 34, is sworn in as New York City's first Muslim mayor in a historic ceremony. The Democratic socialist outlines his vision for affordable housing and public transit. Read his full story.
US Federal Workers Sue Over Ban on Transgender Healthcare
A group of US federal employees has filed a legal complaint against the Trump administration's policy denying insurance coverage for gender-affirming care, calling it sex-based discrimination. Read the full story.
New Year drone strike kills 24 in Russian-occupied Ukraine
A Ukrainian drone strike killed 24 and injured 50 at a Black Sea resort cafe on New Year's Eve, Russian officials claim. Explore the details and the escalating tensions amid ongoing peace talks.
Reporter's 23-year account of 14 South Carolina executions
AP journalist Jeffrey Collins has witnessed 14 executions in South Carolina, describing lethal injection, electrocution, and firing squad. His unique perspective reveals the realities of state-sanctioned death. Read his powerful testimony.
Senate Probes Trump's Kennedy Center Renaming and Management
A Senate investigation alleges the Kennedy Center is being used as a 'slush fund' for Trump allies after its controversial renaming. Discover the details of the financial mismanagement claims.
Darts Stars Want Five-Year Bans for Whistling Fans
Nathan Aspinall calls for lengthy bans for disruptive fans who whistle during throws. Top referee Huw Ware explains the delicate art of crowd management at major tournaments.
Ukraine fakes assassination of Putin's 'personal enemy'
Ukrainian intelligence faked the death of Russian paramilitary leader Denis Kapustin to claim a $500,000 Kremlin bounty, funding its war effort in a major embarrassment for Moscow.
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