Tory Peer Malcolm Offord Defects to Reform UK
Reform UK secures its first member of the House of Lords as Conservative peer Malcolm Offord defects. The former Scotland Office minister will stand for the party in next year's Holyrood elections.
Category : Politics
US Support for Honduran President Revealed After Pardon
The controversial pardon of ex-Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández exposes a decade of US support for his regime, spanning Obama, Trump, and Biden administrations. Explore the full story.
Zelenskyy holds Downing Street talks on Ukraine peace deal
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy meets Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron, and Friedrich Merz to discuss a US-drafted peace plan and a vital European peacekeeping force for Ukraine's future security.
Beijing summons journalists in Hong Kong after deadly fire
Beijing's security office in Hong Kong warns international journalists against 'trouble-making' following critical coverage of the Wang Fuk Court fire that killed 159. Read the full report.
Sydney Sweeney's Mar-a-Lago Visit Fuels GOP Debate
Actor Sydney Sweeney's appearance at a Mar-a-Lago fundraiser has ignited a fierce debate within the Republican Party about celebrity, populism, and political identity. Explore the clash between old and new guard.
Trump's Anti-Immigrant Language Echoes Past Extremist Rhetoric
Donald Trump's latest anti-immigrant speech uses language reminiscent of historical extremist texts, sparking widespread condemnation and raising fears of escalating violence.
Gaza journalist Plestia Alaqad on life under siege
Palestinian journalist Plestia Alaqad describes the suffocating reality of life in Gaza, where the world is shrinking for civilians trapped by conflict. Read her powerful testimony.
Five Teens Challenge Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban
Five Australian teenagers are legally challenging a new law banning under-16s from social media. Explore the landmark case, its arguments, and the global implications for digital rights.
Protesters throw food at Imperial State Crown in Tower of London
Four protesters arrested after throwing apple crumble and custard at the Imperial State Crown display case in the Tower of London. The Jewel House is closed as police investigate.
Tower of London protest: four arrested after crown jewels incident
The Tower of London was forced to close after activists threw custard and apple crumble at the Crown Jewels display. Four people were arrested in the protest against inequality. Read the full story.
Journalist accuses Farage of emboldening racist abuse
Broadcaster Sangita Myska alleges Nigel Farage's rhetoric emboldens racist attacks, following slurs from an expelled Reform UK councillor. She warns of a dangerous shift in UK political discourse.
Rightwing Takeover of Pentagon Press Corps
Traditional journalists have surrendered their Pentagon press passes, replaced by rightwing pundits who agreed to strict new reporting rules. Explore the implications for US defence scrutiny.
Food thrown at Crown Jewels display in London protest
The Tower of London was forced to close after activists threw custard and apple crumble at the Crown Jewels display case. Four people were arrested in the protest against inequality. Read the full story.
Police probe drones over Ireland during Zelensky visit
Irish police investigate unidentified drones spotted during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's Dublin trip. Security concerns rise as Taoiseach briefed. Read the latest.
11 killed in South African bar shooting
At least 11 people, including three children, were killed in a shooting at an illegal bar in Pretoria. Police are hunting three suspects. Read the latest on this tragic incident.
Custard thrown at Crown Jewels in Tower of London protest
Four protesters arrested after custard and apple crumble thrown at the Imperial State Crown display. Group demands citizen's assembly to 'tax extreme wealth'. Full story.
Pressure mounts on 'reckless' Pentagon chief Hegseth
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth faces calls to resign over alleged war crimes in the Caribbean and mishandling classified intelligence. Read the full report on the growing crisis.
Cannabis seed ban could fuel £1.2bn black market, growers warn
UK government's proposed ban on cannabis seeds faces fierce opposition from growers, who warn it will fuel a £1.2bn black market and harm medical patients. Read the full story.
Palestinian Embassy in London Demands Security After Attack
Ambassador Husam Zomlot calls for 'comprehensive protection' after masked men waving Israeli and Union flags defaced the London embassy, calling it a breach of diplomatic law.
Labour bars trans women from main 2026 women's conference
Labour will bar trans women from the main hall of its 2026 women's conference, denying voting rights. The party seeks a legal compromise after a Supreme Court ruling.
Animal Rising activist defends beagle 'rescue' in court
An activist on trial for burglary tells Cambridge Crown Court he broke into a breeding facility to save beagles from 'disgusting' conditions and painful testing. Read the full court testimony.
Meghan contacts father Thomas Markle after surgery
The Duchess of Sussex has made contact with her father, Thomas Markle, following his leg amputation in the Philippines. Read the latest on their estrangement and the family's hopes for reconciliation.
Political Candidates Satirised in Rebecca Hendin's Cartoon
Cartoonist Rebecca Hendin skewers political candidates in a sharp new illustration. Explore the satire and its commentary on modern electioneering.
Trump's White America Fantasy and Racist Panic
Analysis: Trump's attacks on immigrants and reproductive rights aim to reverse demographic change. This cruelty cannot stop a future where the US is no longer majority white.
Russia Strikes Ukraine Overnight During Miami Peace Talks
Russia launched a wave of overnight attacks across Ukraine, targeting energy and civilian sites, while diplomatic efforts continue in Miami. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Lambeth Country Show cancelled after council legal U-turn
Lambeth Council has cancelled the free Lambeth Country Show to allow Mighty Hoopla and other festivals to proceed in Brockwell Park, following a High Court ruling on event days. Read the full story.
Nigel Farage racism allegations deepen as election looms
Former classmates accuse Reform UK leader Nigel Farage of antisemitic and racist behaviour at school. As pressure mounts, will it impact voters? Read the full investigation.
Green Leader Zack Polanski on Idris Elba and Climate Fears
Green Party leader Zack Polanski reveals his celebrity crush on Idris Elba, his fear of a Reform government, and why he hasn't finished Greta Thunberg's book. Exclusive interview insights.
London councils spend £555m on private firms in 2024
Exclusive report reveals London councils' £555m reliance on consultants and outsourcing firms for basic services, raising democratic concerns. Read the full investigation.
11 killed in South African hostel shooting
At least 11 people, including a three-year-old child, were killed in a brutal attack on a hostel in Pretoria. Police are hunting three suspects linked to violence at illegal bars.
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