German Tourist Wins €1,000 Over Missing Sunloungers
A German holidaymaker was awarded €986.70 after being unable to find sunloungers at a Greek hotel. The court held the tour operator responsible for ensuring adequate lounger availability.
Category : Elections
EU Observers Note Voter ID Confusion in England Elections
European election monitors recorded incidents of voters being turned away due to confusion over photo ID requirements in England's local elections, though the issue is not widespread.
2026 Election Results: Live Updates from UK Votes
Live results from the 2026 local, Scottish and Welsh elections. Track council changes, mayoral races, and parliament seats as they are declared.
Australia's Democracy: A Sanctuary Under Threat?
Australia has long been a sanctuary from populist right-wing upheaval, but after two decades of growing inequality and policy stasis, its robust democracy faces challenges.
Michelle Milthorpe Fights One Nation in Farrer Byelection
Michelle Milthorpe, a community independent, faces One Nation in the Farrer byelection. She discusses her campaign, rejecting the 'teal' label, and climate policies.
Milthorpe Fights One Nation in Farrer Byelection
Independent candidate Michelle Milthorpe discusses her second campaign in Farrer, rejecting the 'teal' label and focusing on climate policies ahead of a tight byelection.
Local elections: 'Meaningless promises' fuel voter apathy
Readers voice frustration over local elections, criticizing bland promises and lack of candidate information. Also: Trump's future, King Charles' speech, petrol pricing, and digital money concerns.
Camden Election Live: Voters Decide Town Hall Control
Follow our live blog as Camden voters head to the polls in the 2026 council elections. Labour faces challenges from Greens, Lib Dems, and Tories in a key test for Sir Keir Starmer's government.
15-Year-Old Charged in Woolwich Shooting Death of 14-Year-Old
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder after 14-year-old Eghosa Ogbebor was shot dead in Woolwich. He will appear in youth court today.
Londoners Vote in Crucial Local Elections for Starmer
Polling stations open across London as millions vote in local elections seen as a major test for PM Keir Starmer, with Labour predicted to lose 1,850 seats.
Pratt Shares AI Ad Before LA Mayoral Debate
LA mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt reposts a viral AI-generated ad depicting the city as a hellscape, hours before a debate with Karen Bass and Nithya Raman.
UK Local Elections: Starmer Faces Crisis as Farage Gains Ground
Millions vote in UK local and parliamentary elections, with Labour facing heavy losses to Reform UK and Plaid Cymru, threatening Keir Starmer's leadership.
UK Local Elections Open: Starmer's First Major Test Since 2024
Polls open in England, Scotland, and Wales for local, mayoral, and parliamentary contests, with Labour and Tories facing challenges from Reform, Greens, and Lib Dems.
Labour Braces for Heavy Local Election Losses as Starmer Faces Key Test
Labour expects to lose nearly 2,000 seats in local elections, with results shaping Keir Starmer's future. Key battlegrounds include Hartlepool, Oxford, and Birmingham.
Afternoon Update: Thursday's Key News from Australia
Catch up on Thursday's top stories from Australia, including political developments, economic updates, and community news.
UK Local Elections Open: Starmer Faces Ouster Threat
Millions vote in UK local elections, with Labour predicted to lose 1,850 seats. Starmer urges unity, Farage calls him 'gutless', and Greens aim for record wins.
London Elections: Why Local Politics Stays the Same
Tom Harwood argues that London's local elections won't bring real change due to systemic incentives that favour incumbents and discourage growth, unlike the City of London's business voting model.
Democrats Retain Michigan Senate with Special Election Win
Chedrick Greene, a Democratic firefighter and marine veteran, won a special election in Michigan, allowing Democrats to keep state senate control.
Starmer Safe as PM Despite Election Losses, McFadden Insists
Pat McFadden defends Keir Starmer's low profile during local elections, claiming the PM will remain in office regardless of results, despite party and public discontent.
Indiana Primaries Show Trump's Grip on GOP Remains Strong
Indiana primary voters ousted five of seven GOP state senators who defied Trump's redistricting demand, proving loyalty to Trump is still a winning strategy within the party.
Disaffected Voters May Deny SNP Majority in Scottish Election
John Swinney confronts angry voters as polls show SNP falling short of majority, with Labour, Reform, and Greens vying for seats in a volatile election.
Coalition Immigration Cut Plan Leaked, Trump Iran Threat, Turner Dies
A leaked document reveals the Coalition's target to halve immigration. Trump issues new ultimatum to Iran. CNN founder Ted Turner dies aged 87. Plus, winter weather and business news.
Starmer Warns Farage, Polanski Unfit as Labour Braces for Losses
Keir Starmer warns voters against Reform and Greens as Labour faces record council losses in local elections, with potential existential threat to his leadership.
Green candidate in Hackney row over Met Police letter
Zoë Garbett, Green mayoral candidate in Hackney, faces backlash for blocking a letter praising Met Police's swift response to Golders Green anti-Semitic attacks.
Harrow Tory Candidate Suspended Over Far-Right Posts
Nathan Smith, Conservative candidate for West Harrow, suspended over social media posts supporting Tommy Robinson and calling for mass deportations of Afghans.
Trump's 'Project Freedom' May Reignite Iran Tensions
Donald Trump's new 'Project Freedom' aims to open the Strait of Hormuz, risking escalation with Iran and the ceasefire's collapse, experts say.
Tehran's Fragile Peace: Normal Life Resumes but Fears Linger
Tehran sees a semblance of normalcy after ceasefire, but economic woes, inflation, and fears of renewed conflict persist among residents.
Alberta Separatists File for Independence Referendum
Alberta separatists submitted over 300,000 signatures for an independence referendum, but a massive data leak of 2.9 million voters sparks political chaos and investigations.
MPs Demand Reform UK Suspend Candidate Over Rape Comments
Labour MPs demand Reform UK suspend candidate Stuart Prior over alleged racist comments celebrating the rape of Sikh women in the West Midlands.
Fulton County Fights Subpoena for Poll Worker Info
Fulton County, Georgia, is resisting a federal subpoena seeking contact details of thousands of 2020 election poll workers, calling it politically motivated harassment.
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