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.
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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.
Meta Sues Ofcom Over Online Safety Act Fines Regime
Meta challenges Ofcom's fines regime under the Online Safety Act, arguing fees should not be based on global revenue. A hearing is set for October.
Starmer's Leadership Crisis: Labour at Crossroads
As local election results loom, Labour faces a leadership dilemma: Starmer may be unfit, but contenders lack readiness. A flawed contest process risks legitimacy.
Freda Cheetham Obituary: Teacher and Climber Dies at 93
Freda Cheetham, an English teacher who inspired difficult pupils and climbed with Don Whillans, has died aged 93.
Facial Recognition Tech: Mistaken Identities Are Political
The Guardian view on facial recognition technology warns of weak oversight, racial bias, and the need for a robust redress system for misidentified individuals.
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Ceasefire Violations in Gaza Demand Global Action
The Guardian editorial criticizes Israel for continuing deadly strikes in Gaza and Lebanon despite truces, urging Europe to act as US fails to enforce compliance.
Iran Mocks Trump's Project Freedom as Gulf Allies Block US
Trump shelved 'Project Freedom' after Saudi Arabia denied US use of bases and airspace. Iran mocked the failed operation, while both sides wrestle over terms to end the war.
Inmate Accused of Killing Lostprophets Singer Boasted of Fame
Rico Gedel allegedly stabbed Ian Watkins in prison, then handed knife to accomplice Samuel Dodsworth. Both deny murder.
FBI Defends Patel Over Whiskey Bottle Gifts
The FBI says director Kash Patel followed ethics guidelines after a report claimed he distributed personalized bourbon bottles as gifts, including on official trips.
Saudi Refusal Led Trump to Shelve Project Freedom
Saudi Arabia's refusal to allow US use of its bases and airspace for oil tanker escort in the Strait of Hormuz led Trump to shelve Project Freedom, highlighting Gulf tensions.
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Dogs Steal the Show at UK Polling Stations in 2026
From westies to whippets, dogs across England, Scotland, and Wales accompanied their owners to vote in the 2026 local and devolved elections.
US and Iran Near Temporary Truce, Pakistan Says
Pakistan officials claim US and Iran are close to an interim agreement to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with global stocks rising as oil prices drop.
Whirlpool Warns of Recession-Level Slump as Iran War and Tariffs Hit
Whirlpool slashes earnings forecast, hikes prices 10%, citing Iran war and tariff ruling that drove a recession-level industry decline in North America.
Woman Killed by Partner Feared He Was 'On the Warpath'
Annabel Rook, 46, was fatally stabbed by partner Clifton George after she told family she felt like 'walking on eggshells' and feared his wrath.
Court Skeptical of Pentagon Bid to Punish Senator Kelly
A US appeals court appeared skeptical of the Trump administration's effort to censure Senator Mark Kelly for urging service members to refuse illegal orders, citing First Amendment protections.
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Russia's Sporting Return on Hold Over Doping Claims
Russia's return to international sport is delayed after allegations that its anti-doping chief was involved in covering up drug tests at the 2014 Sochi Olympics.
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