How Europe's top farming lobby killed EU pesticide law
Leaked documents show Copa Cogeca used delay tactics and intense lobbying to gut EU pesticide cuts, protect glyphosate and weaken factory farm rules.
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UK watchdog urges mandatory lobbying register overhaul
The UK's ethics watchdog has proposed a mandatory public register for all lobbying, including WhatsApp chats and party conferences, to restore trust in standards.
Australia to publicly name lobbyists with parliament access
New transparency rules require MPs to sponsor lobbyist passes, with names listed online. Fees introduced, access hours restricted.
Mandelson Lobbied Ministers for Advisory Firm
Newly released documents show Peter Mandelson lobbied ministers after Labour's 2024 election win, arranging meetings and events for his firm Global Counsel, raising ethics concerns.
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Anonymous Call Reveals Husband's Affair with Secretary
A woman receives an anonymous call revealing her husband's affair with his secretary. Laura Collins advises confronting him and considering the future.
Hanson, Joyce Bill Taxpayers for Cruise Fundraisers
Pauline Hanson and Barnaby Joyce claimed over $3,000 in taxpayer-funded travel to attend fundraising events on Gina Rinehart's luxury cruise ship The World, raising questions about entitlement use.
Louisiana Senator Aided Meta Datacenter, Profited from Land Deals
State senator Jay Morris helped secure Meta's largest datacenter, then sold adjacent land. Experts say his actions may violate ethics laws, but Morris denies wrongdoing.
Left Should Be Cautious About Andy Burnham
Owen Jones argues that after Labour's failures, the left must scrutinize Andy Burnham's record before supporting him, as he needs to earn progressive votes.
Why International Aid Fails: Lessons from Islamabad
A former USAID official reflects on 25 years in development, arguing that donors funded professional NGOs over authentic grassroots groups, undermining aid effectiveness.
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Banking Industry Urges Government to Tackle 'Anaemic' Growth
UK Finance releases a nine-point plan to boost economic growth, criticizing twenty years of regulatory caution and high taxes on banks.
Louis Mosley: Palantir's UK Boss Defends Controversial Tech Giant
Louis Mosley, Palantir's UK and Europe head, defends the company against critics amid concerns over NHS contracts and rightwing ties. A profile of the man at the center of the debate.
Surviving the Information Crisis: Journalism as Hope
Guardian editor-in-chief Katharine Viner explores the intertwined crises of environment, politics, economy, and information, arguing that public-interest journalism can rebuild community and trust.
Inflexion Partner Donated £25,000 Before Lobby Role
An Inflexion partner donated £25,000 to the Conservative Party a day before being appointed to a lobby group, raising questions about political influence.
UK Agency Gives £50m to US Tech Firms
The UK's Advanced Research and Invention Agency (Aria) has pledged £50 million of taxpayer money to US tech companies and venture capital projects, raising concerns about benefits to Britain.
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Tony Blair Institute Urges Scrapping of Pension Triple Lock
Tony Blair's thinktank urges Labour to scrap the 'unaffordable' triple lock, warning of rising costs due to an ageing population and inflation shocks.
Career Shoplifters: Beyond Nappies and Lawlessness
Emily Kenway explores the complex lives of career shoplifters, arguing that understanding their trauma and exclusion is key to addressing the shoplifting epidemic.
Mandelson's Firm Goes Bust Owing £4.6m
Peter Mandelson's consultancy Global Counsel collapsed owing £4.6m, including £645k to HMRC, after losing clients over his Epstein links.
Child Skincare Influencers Exploited in Legal Grey Area
Dermatologists warn children don't need most skincare products as young influencers promote brands on TikTok, sparking regulatory investigations into exploitation and legal loopholes.
Tech Firms Lobby EU to Keep Datacentre Emissions Secret
An investigation reveals US tech companies successfully lobbied the EU to classify datacentre environmental data as confidential, blocking public access to emissions information amid an AI-driven construction boom.
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Santacon Charity in New York Hit by Fraud Claims
The annual Santacon charity event in New York City is under investigation for alleged financial fraud, raising concerns about fundraising transparency.
Abbott's Danube Institute Future Uncertain After Orbán Defeat
Former Australian PM Tony Abbott, who praised Viktor Orbán as 'Trump with brains,' faces uncertainty in his Danube Institute role after Hungary's election shift.
AI Firms Fund Think Tanks to Counter Public Distrust and Shape Policy
OpenAI and Anthropic launch policy papers and think tanks to reshape public perception as polls show rising disapproval of AI, while critics call it a PR move to avoid regulation.
Texas Launches London Office to Attract UK Investment
Texas is expanding its economic reach with a new London office targeting UK corporations with zero corporate tax, subsidies, and fast-track business courts to attract jobs and investment.
Reform UK Voters See Fewest Personal Social Media Posts
A new study reveals Reform UK voters are least likely to see content from friends and family on social media, with algorithms prioritizing engagement over social connection.
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Daughter Stole £40k from Mother with Motor Neurone Disease
Michelle Moore swindled her vulnerable mother Lynne Mill out of £40,000 while acting as her carer, spending the money on clothing, takeaways, and luxury items instead of groceries and care.
Cult Leader's Daughter Inherits OnlyFans Fortune in Guinness Scandal
A woman inherits her mother's OnlyFans fortune after the cult leader's death, amidst a bizarre scandal involving 35,000 pints of stolen Guinness, raising legal and ethical questions.
Cesar Chavez Sexual Assault Claims Shake Farmworker Legacy
New allegations of sexual assault against Cesar Chavez, the iconic labor leader, have emerged, casting a shadow over the farmworker movement's history and prompting a re-evaluation of his legacy.
Westminster Politicians Join Big Tech in Growing Revolving Door
Former UK politicians and officials like Nick Clegg and Rishi Sunak are increasingly taking senior roles at major technology companies, creating a reverse poacher-turned-gamekeeper phenomenon that raises questions about transparency and influence.
Romance Fraudster Jailed for Conning Men on Dating Sites
A 50-year-old model, Gemma Kingsley, has been sentenced to seven years in prison for defrauding men she met on dating sites, using false stories of inheritance to fund designer clothes, holidays, and bets.
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PPHC Acquires WPI Strategy to Boost Political Consultancy
AIM-listed consultancy PPHC has acquired government relations firm WPI Strategy, enhancing its political advisory services amid industry shifts following Global Counsel's collapse.
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