Barking 2026: Labour Wins 38 Seats, Reform UK 9, Greens 4
Labour retained control of Barking and Dagenham Council with 38 seats, while Reform UK won 9 and Greens 4. Turnout rose to 33.93%.
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Croydon Mayor Jason Perry Re-elected in Tight Race
Conservative Jason Perry wins second term as Croydon Mayor, beating Labour's Rowenna Davis by 1,113 votes. Top priorities: stabilising finances and regenerating town centre.
Reform UK Holocaust Denier Wins Council Seat
Jay Cooper, a Reform UK candidate, won a seat on Sefton Council after reportedly calling the Holocaust a hoax and spreading conspiracy theories. Nigel Farage says he is not welcome.
Tess Daly and Vernon Kay: Marriage Timeline and Split
Tess Daly and Vernon Kay have announced their amicable separation after 23 years of marriage. Explore their journey from an explosive meeting at a BBC Christmas party to the sexting scandal and beyond.
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Green Party Wins Big in Southwark 2026 Election
The Green Party gained multiple seats on Southwark Council in the 2026 local elections, reducing Labour's majority significantly. Full results inside.
Trump Announces Three-Day Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire
President Trump announces a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine for Victory Day, including a 1,000-prisoner swap, hoping it marks the beginning of the end of the war.
Lambeth 2026 Election Results: Labour Seeks Majority
Full results for all 63 Lambeth Council seats as Labour aims to retain control amid challenges from Lib Dems and Greens.
Brent Council 2026: Labour Loses Majority Amid Gains
Labour lost overall control of Brent Council in the 2026 elections, securing 24 seats as Lib Dems, Conservatives, and Greens made significant gains, leaving the council under no overall control.
Ian Beale Dumps Bea on EastEnders, Faces Explosive Fallout
Ian Beale ends his relationship with Bea Pollard on EastEnders after her smear campaign backfires. Bea's vengeful reaction shocks Ian and leads to dangerous consequences.
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Islington Elections 2026: Greens Hail Breakthrough
Labour holds Islington Council but loses 12 seats to Greens, who surge from 3 to 19 councillors in a historic local election result.
22 Britons Tested for Hantavirus Before UK Flight
Twenty-two British passengers on a cruise ship hit by hantavirus will be tested in Tenerife before a repatriation flight to the UK. Two men are being treated abroad.
Kingston Election 2026: Lib Dems Hold 44 Seats
The Liberal Democrats retained 44 seats on Kingston Council, securing a third term. KIRG lost opposition status, while Conservatives held two seats.
Tess Daly and Vernon Kay Split After 22 Years
Tess Daly and Vernon Kay have announced they will separate amicably after 22 years of marriage, citing mutual respect and a shared commitment to co-parenting their two daughters.
Tess Daly and Vernon Kay Divorce After 23 Years
TV presenters Tess Daly and Vernon Kay have announced their amicable separation after 23 years of marriage, citing mutual respect and commitment to co-parenting.
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Andrew Demands Taxpayer-Funded Security After Sandringham Attack
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is demanding taxpayer-funded security after a masked man with a crowbar approached him near his Sandringham home, sparking concerns over his safety.
Tories Hold Hillingdon; Council Leader Resigns
Conservatives win sixth term in Hillingdon. Reform UK gains four seats. Council Leader Ian Edwards announces resignation despite re-election.
Welsh First Minister Loses Seat; Labour's Streak Ends
Welsh First Minister Eluned Morgan lost her Senedd seat as Labour faced a historic collapse in Wales, ending a 104-year winning streak. Plaid Cymru and Reform UK now vie for power.
Lib Dems Win All 54 Richmond Council Seats
Liberal Democrats win all 54 seats on Richmond Council, ousting all five Green councillors. Former Green leader calls one-party rule 'really bad for democracy'.
Trump Releases Classified UFO Files: Apollo, Drone Encounters
Donald Trump declassified 169 UFO files, including Apollo 17 images, drone pilot accounts, and Apollo 11 crew sightings. FBI and DNI promise ongoing transparency.
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Labour Doomed If Starmer Doesn't Quit, Says Commentator
Matthew Torbitt argues that Keir Starmer's leadership is leading Labour to disaster after poor local election results, calling for his resignation to save the party.
Kensington and Chelsea 2026 Election: Tories Retain Control
Labour gains six seats in Kensington and Chelsea Council election, becoming the dominant opposition party. Tories hold 34 seats, Lib Dems win three.
Rubio Video Sparks 2028 Presidential Run Speculation
Marco Rubio's optimistic campaign-style video goes viral, sparking speculation about a 2028 presidential run. Critics question his alignment with Trump.
Kodak Black Faces Felony Drug Charge in Florida Court
Kodak Black, real name Bill Kahan Kapri, is charged with trafficking MDMA after a November incident near a children's safety village. He turned himself in on Wednesday.
UK Scientology Buildings Targeted in TikTok Speed Run Trend
Hundreds of UK teens attempt 'speed runs' at Scientology buildings, inspired by a viral TikTok trend from LA, leading to police interventions in London and Edinburgh.
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Candidates Face Surge in Abuse and Intimidation During 2026 Campaign
Candidates across parties report death threats and harassment in 2026 local and devolved elections, with Greens calling it the worst year in memory.
USMNT's Johnny Cardoso Doubtful for World Cup After Ankle Injury
USMNT midfielder Johnny Cardoso suffers a high-grade ankle sprain, casting doubt on his participation in the 2026 World Cup with just weeks until the tournament begins.
UK Needs Nordic-Style Emergency Preparedness, Lords Says
A cross-party Lords committee urges the UK to adopt Nordic-style resilience plans, warning of hybrid warfare from Russia, China, and Iran as commonplace threats.
UK Border Officer and Hong Kong Official Guilty of China Spying
Chi Leung Wai and Chung Biu Yuen were convicted at the Old Bailey for assisting Chinese intelligence, marking the first such convictions in UK history.
Ted Turner's CNN Legacy Threatened by New Ownership
Ted Turner, CNN founder, died at 87. His 24-hour news network changed media forever. Now, under new management, CNN's editorial independence faces serious risks.
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Senate Dems Press FCC Chair to Drop ABC License Demand
Senate Democrats sent a letter to FCC chair Brendan Carr, urging him to rescind an order requiring ABC to early renew TV licenses, calling it an abuse of power and First Amendment violation.
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