OBR needs rule-based framework to stay independent
The Office for Budget Responsibility faces calls to implement transparent forecasting rules as it prepares to cut productivity growth estimates. Learn how this could protect fiscal credibility.
Category : Politics
UK's £1bn Money Laundering Network Exposed
National Crime Agency reveals how British drug profits are laundered via cryptocurrency, directly funding geopolitical conflicts including Russia's war in Ukraine.
Trump's Ukraine Plan: Territory Cessions & NATO Ban
Zelenskyy to discuss controversial US-Russian peace plan requiring Ukraine to cede territory, shrink army, and abandon NATO ambitions. Read the full analysis.
First transgender hate speech conviction in NSW
A New South Wales man becomes the first convicted of gender identity hate speech after posting violent YouTube comments. Read about this landmark legal case.
South Africa's G20 Summit Faces Challenges and Protests
South Africa hosts its first G20 summit amid US boycotts and indigenous exclusion protests. Discover how Khoi-San communities challenge the summit's inclusivity theme.
Cocaine buyers funding Russia's war, NCA warns
Britons buying cocaine are inadvertently financing Russia's war in Ukraine through a billion-dollar money laundering network, the National Crime Agency reveals. Discover how your Friday night impacts global security.
Trump's 'Death Threat' Posts Against Democrats Cause Outrage
Donald Trump calls for Democratic lawmakers to be arrested for 'seditious behaviour, punishable by death', sparking condemnation and security concerns. Read the latest US politics news.
Coroner delivers Wieambilla shooting findings
Queensland coroner releases findings into the Wieambilla police shooting that claimed three lives. Discover the investigation's crucial conclusions and recommendations.
Greens warn of neo-Nazi threat and nature law concerns
Greens deputy leader Mehreen Faruqi discusses neo-Nazi rally fears and criticises Labor's potential deal with Coalition on nature laws. Read the full analysis.
SA honours Australian diplomat for apartheid resistance
Bruce Haigh, who used diplomatic immunity to help anti-apartheid activists escape South Africa, is being honoured on Freedom Park's Wall of Names alongside former PMs Hawke and Fraser.
White House defends Trump's 'piggy' insult to reporter
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt defends Donald Trump's 'piggy' remark to Bloomberg journalist Catherine Lucey. Read about the growing condemnation.
Fugees rapper gets 14 years for illegal campaign funds
Grammy-winning Fugees rapper Pras Michel sentenced to 14 years for illegally funnelling millions to Obama's 2012 campaign. Full case details and reaction inside.
Activist Sues Trump Officials Over Alleged Collusion
Mahmoud Khalil files lawsuit demanding release of communications between Trump administration and anti-Palestinian groups following his ICE detention. Read the full story.
UK Consumer Confidence Hits Bleak -19 Before Budget
UK consumer confidence has cratered to -19, with Brits bracing for tax rises. Discover the bleak GfK survey findings and what it means for the economy ahead of the Budget.
Government can't track £1.4bn consultancy spending
Chancellor Rachel Reeves vows to halve the UK's £1.36bn consultancy bill, but a damning NAO report reveals inconsistent data hinders progress tracking. Discover the fiscal challenge.
Premier League Weekend: 10 Key Talking Points
From the North London derby to key relegation battles, we break down the 10 essential storylines for this weekend's Premier League action. Don't miss the key insights.
Record 4,880 Overseas Doctors Quit UK Amid Hostility
NHS faces workforce crisis as overseas-trained doctors leave UK in record numbers, with anti-migrant rhetoric blamed for 26% rise in departures. Read the full analysis.
New US Offshore Oil Drilling Sparks Political Clash
The White House reveals plans for new oil and gas leasing off the coasts of California and Florida, setting up a major political battle over energy and the environment.
Strictly Star Arrested Over Rape Allegation
A Strictly Come Dancing personality has been arrested on suspicion of rape following a BBC event. The arrest adds to the show's recent safeguarding challenges. Read the full report.
UK's Biggest Immigration Shake-Up in 50 Years
The UK government unveils its most sweeping immigration reforms in decades, doubling settlement wait times and overhauling asylum rules. Discover how these changes will affect millions.
COVID Inquiry: 23,000 Deaths From Lockdown Delay
The UK COVID inquiry exposes how delayed lockdowns cost 23,000 lives, with repeated failures leading to 65,000 second-wave deaths. Discover the damning findings.
Starmer: G20 'really important' despite Trump absence
PM Keir Starmer insists G20 summit remains vital for UK trade despite Donald Trump's boycott. Read how Britain seeks £400m export deals amid budget pressures.
Kendall: Ofcom must use online safety powers now
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall urges Ofcom to fully implement Online Safety Act amid concerns about AI chatbots and child protection delays. Public trust at stake.
Khanna: Officials blocking Epstein files will be prosecuted
Congressman Ro Khanna warns justice officials must release Epstein documents within 30 days or face criminal charges. Full transparency demanded for all involved in Epstein crimes.
Kellie Sloane becomes NSW Liberal party leader
Former television journalist Kellie Sloane has been elected unopposed as the new leader of the NSW Liberal party, replacing Mark Speakman. Discover her political journey and challenges ahead.
Kellie Sloane appointed NSW Liberal leader
Former journalist Kellie Sloane becomes NSW Liberal leader, replacing Mark Speakman. The 52-year-old faces challenges uniting the party and developing housing policy. Read more about this political shift.
Starmer at G20 summit as budget looms and Trump skips
PM Keir Starmer defends South Africa trip for G20 talks, aiming to secure investment for UK jobs and maintain Ukraine support. Budget details expected next week.
Dick Cheney Funeral Brings Washington Elite Together
Washington's political establishment gathered at the National Cathedral for Dick Cheney's funeral, highlighting his complex legacy from war on terror to Trump opposition. Read the full analysis.
DOJ investigates Trump allies in Schiff mortgage case
Justice Department examines whether Trump allies improperly influenced Adam Schiff mortgage fraud investigation as prosecutors struggle with evidence. Latest US political developments.
White House: Trump Didn't Mean Death for Democrats
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt asserts Trump's social media posts about Democratic lawmakers weren't literal death threats. Read the full clarification.
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