50 Nigerian schoolchildren escape kidnapping
At least 50 of 303 children abducted from St Mary's school in Nigeria have escaped. Pope Leo makes heartfelt appeal for release of remaining hostages amid security crisis.
Category : Politics
Trump: Ukraine Shows 'Zero Gratitude' for US Peace Efforts
Donald Trump criticises Ukraine's lack of gratitude as international talks discuss peace plan allegedly drafted by Moscow. European leaders express serious reservations about the proposal.
G20 summit ends with US-South Africa diplomatic row
South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa closes G20 summit after rejecting US handover proposal. The Johannesburg gathering faced US boycott over disputed discrimination claims.
Trump slams Ukraine over 'zero gratitude' for peace plan
Donald Trump criticises Ukrainian leadership for lacking appreciation of his peace efforts to end Russia conflict. Read the latest developments in the ongoing war resolution attempts.
Teacher faked death, now runs children's dance school
Lara Simpson deceived pupils and colleagues with a fake cancer diagnosis and death. Struck off the teaching register, she is now running a dance school for children in Thurso. Discover the shocking details.
Reeves Signals Welfare Cuts After Previous Rebellion
Chancellor Rachel Reeves hints at further welfare reforms despite previous £5bn plan failure. Will scrapping the two-child benefit cap ease Labour backbench tensions?
Neo-Nazi cult leader pleads guilty to terror charges
Michail Chkhikvishvili, the 'Commander Butcher' cult leader, admits plotting bombings, school shootings and poison candy attacks across the US. Read the full investigation into this disturbing case.
Israel targets Hezbollah chief in Beirut strike
Israeli strike targets Hezbollah's chief of staff in Beirut, escalating Middle East tensions. Read the latest developments and analysis.
Israeli Airstrike Hits Beirut, Targets Hezbollah
An Israeli airstrike has hit Beirut for the first time since June, targeting Hezbollah's chief of staff. The strike comes days before a scheduled papal visit to Lebanon. Read the latest developments.
UK Petrol and Diesel Car Ban Moved to 2030
Labour confirms the ban on new petrol and diesel car sales will start in 2030, five years earlier than planned. Get the latest on the EV transition and industry concerns.
Von der Leyen reaffirms Ukrainian sovereignty
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen declares Ukraine's borders are inviolable as US, EU, and Kyiv officials meet in Geneva to discuss a draft peace plan. Follow the latest updates.
Son disguised as dead mother to collect pension
A 57-year-old man disguised himself as his deceased mother to continue collecting her pension for three years, until officials discovered her mummified remains. Read the shocking details.
Duvet Days: 75% of Parents Let Kids Skip School
New research reveals three quarters of British parents permit mental health duvet days. Discover why experts say structured breaks benefit children's wellbeing.
King Charles to visit US for 250th anniversary
King Charles is scheduled for a state visit to the US in April 2026 to mark the country's 250th anniversary. The trip, dependent on his health, will see him and Queen Camilla meet President Trump.
Australia's Social Media Ban: Concerns Over Effectiveness
Australia's government pushes ahead with controversial social media ban for under-16s, but experts question whether it will deliver promised protections.
Palestinian workers stranded in West Bank for two years
Palestinian workers from Gaza have been living in a Nablus stadium for over two years, unable to return to their families due to the closed border. Read their stories of exile and loss.
Alice Springs Elects First Green Mayor Asta Hill
Asta Hill becomes Alice Springs' first Green mayor in a landmark election, signalling major political change for the Northern Territory community.
Trumpism mirrors evangelical perversion of Christianity
The transformation of Jesus's message from radical love to hate mirrors Trump's wrecking-ball approach to American democracy. Discover the parallels and resistance.
Polanski 'tempted' to challenge Starmer for seat
Green Party leader Zack Polanski says it would be 'tempting' to challenge Keir Starmer for his Holborn and St Pancras seat as party membership surges past 175,000.
UK's £50m Plan to Break China's Grip on Critical Minerals
Keir Starmer unveils UK's critical minerals strategy with £50m funding to reduce dependency on China. Plan targets domestic lithium production and supply chain resilience by 2035.
FCA Consumer Chief Sheldon Mills to Leave Watchdog
FCA executive Sheldon Mills is stepping down after eight years. He will lead a government review into AI's role in consumer financial advice. Discover the implications.
Ex-Reform leader jailed for pro-Russia bribes
Nathan Gill, former Reform UK Wales leader, jailed for 10.5 years after taking bribes for pro-Russia statements. Party distances itself from 'treasonous' acts.
Missing sailor's family discover burnt devices in Spain
Family of Essex sailor James 'Jemsie' Nunan reveal burnt iPad and phone found after his disappearance in Gran Canaria. Contradictory police statements deepen mystery.
Kent food bank crisis: Demand soars as donations fall
Canterbury Food Bank faces unprecedented demand, distributing over 1,100 parcels monthly. With donations down £80,000, they're fighting a deepening cost of living crisis affecting families across Kent.
Epstein survivor condemns Trump's 'hoax' comments
Danielle Bensky, an Epstein abuse survivor, condemns Donald Trump for dismissing the victims' fight for transparency as a 'hoax' and undermining their campaign for justice.
AI Boosts Democracy: Global Success Stories Revealed
Discover how Brazil, Japan, Germany and California are using artificial intelligence to enhance democratic processes, reduce court backlogs and engage voters more effectively.
Police station evacuated after bomb squad call
Fareham Police Station was evacuated after a suspected unexploded ordnance was handed in. Bomb squad attended and safely removed the device. Read the full details.
Reeves Under Pressure for Wealth Tax in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves promises to address cost of living crisis while facing calls from political rivals to implement wealth taxes. Autumn budget expected to include tax threshold freezes.
Wanted man Charlie Summers: Public warned 'do not approach'
Surrey Police are hunting for Charlie Summers, 23, wanted for affray. He has links to Epsom, Ewell and Bracknell. If seen, do not approach and contact police immediately.
Rachel Reeves' Crucial Budget for Economic Stability
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a pivotal budget to restore economic calm. Can she deliver bold tax-and-spend decisions to make future budgets reassuringly dull?
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