Category : Political Scandals


Grok AI fake images 'appalling', says UK minister

UK Technology Secretary Liz Kendall demands urgent action from X over Grok AI's creation of degrading deepfake images. Ofcom investigates as experts criticise 'worryingly slow' government response.

Venezuela's Machado vows return, rejects interim leader

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado pledges to return home, rejecting the authority of the US-backed interim president. She praises Trump's actions against Maduro as the country faces a state of emergency.

Cabinet Ministers Targeted by Grok AI Bikini Deepfakes

Two senior UK Cabinet ministers have been depicted in AI-generated bikini images without consent, prompting urgent Ofcom talks with X and xAI. Read the full story on the disturbing rise of non-consensual deepfakes.

AI Fakes of Maduro Capture Mislead Millions on Social Media

AI-generated images of Venezuela's Maduro being captured by US forces went viral, amassing millions of views and highlighting the severe challenges of misinformation in the digital age. Discover how fact-checkers are struggling to keep up.

Ex-Apprentice Star Accused of Antisemitic Posts

Former Apprentice contestant Dr Asif Munaf faces a medical tribunal over 'seriously offensive' social media posts. The BBC dropped him after diversity training failed. Read the full story.

Maduro Appears in US Court in Prison Garb

Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, handcuffed and in beige prison clothing, was escorted to a New York court. Follow the latest on this historic legal proceeding.

Maduro taken off helicopter in New York, video shows

Shocking footage captures the deposed Venezuelan president, Nicolás Maduro, handcuffed and limping as he is escorted to a Manhattan courthouse by US officials. Watch the video and follow the latest developments.

Volunteer officer sacked over fake police car

A volunteer Met Police officer was dismissed after fitting blue lights and sirens to his own car and driving it around London. Discover the full story and the hearing's findings.

10 Convicted for Harassing Brigitte Macron Online

A French court has found 10 people guilty of maliciously spreading false claims about Brigitte Macron's gender. The first lady's daughter testified to the severe impact on her mother's health and family life.

Trump ousts Venezuela president: Full story

A detailed analysis of the 2026 political crisis triggered by Donald Trump's intervention in Venezuela, leading to the ousting of President Nicolás Maduro. Explore the geopolitical fallout.

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