Council Planned to Write Off Ex-Councillor's Rent Arrears
Hillingdon Council considered writing off rent arrears owed by ex-Councillor Alan Deville, who sublet a council property to Theo's Café without permission, documents reveal.
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Unison Boss Warns Labour Over Gorton Selection
Andrea Egan, Unison's new general secretary, cautions against rigging the Gorton and Denton byelection as speculation grows about Andy Burnham's potential return.
Venezuela Leaked Video Shows Regime's Desperate Message Control
A leaked recording exposes Venezuelan interim president Delcy Rodríguez's claims of US death threats and the regime's struggle to maintain unity after Nicolás Maduro's capture by American forces.
Trump Explains Hand Bruises from Aspirin and Table Clip
Donald Trump claims purple marks on his hands result from high-dose aspirin and accidentally hitting a table, with the White House confirming the explanation.
Londoners Among UK's Most Screen-Obsessed
New research shows London ranks seventh for internet usage, with 95.2% of residents online, highlighting the city's diverse digital lifestyle and screen time patterns.
White House Altered Image Shows Activist with Darker Skin
Guardian analysis reveals White House posted digitally altered image of Nekima Levy Armstrong, making her appear to sob with darker skin tone after ICE protest arrest.
Trump's Warrior Image Hides Vietnam Draft Dodging
Donald Trump's self-styled warrior persona contrasts with his Vietnam War draft avoidance through student deferments and medical exemptions, sparking renewed scrutiny amid NATO criticism.
Europe's Firm Stance Forces Trump's Greenland Climbdown
Donald Trump's dramatic reversal on Greenland annexation at Davos reveals Europe's newfound diplomatic strength when confronting US economic threats and military posturing.
Democrats Fail to Address Election Integrity Threats for 2026
Political analysts warn that Democrats are focusing on mobilisation while neglecting urgent actions to prevent election rigging through executive power or interference.
Murder Investigation After Baby's Death in Cambridgeshire
Cambridgeshire Police have initiated a murder investigation following the death of three-month-old Atijus Elertaite from a head injury. A man and woman have been arrested.
Uganda Youth React to Museveni's Seventh Term Election Win
Young Ugandans express frustration and hopelessness following President Yoweri Museveni's controversial reelection, highlighting concerns over unemployment, political stagnation, and suppressed dissent.
Stranger Kissed Kids Before Kidnapping in Slough
A man with a lengthy criminal record kidnapped a six-year-old girl after kissing three children playing outside their Berkshire home, in a case described as gravely concerning.
Murder Inquiry After Baby Boy Dies from Head Injury
Three-month-old Atijus Elertaite died after being rushed to hospital with a serious head injury. Two people have been arrested on suspicion of murder in March, Cambridgeshire.
Britain Faces New Threat: US Under Trump Presidency
Analysis suggests Donald Trump's presidency poses greater threat to Britain than Russia, challenging decades of Anglo-American alliance assumptions and security thinking.
Davos 2026: Trump Dominates as Global Order Shifts
The World Economic Forum in Davos reveals a world grappling with eroding certainties, as Donald Trump's rhetoric overshadows discussions on trade, geopolitics, and a fraying international system.
Spender on Bondi Attack Laws and Migrant Fears
Independent MP Allegra Spender discusses hurried gun and hate speech reforms after the Bondi terror attack, warning politics can hinder safety and migrants may become targets.
Tory Defections to Reform UK: Political Shift
As Reform UK surges in polls, Conservative defections raise questions about party identity and electoral strategy, with implications for both Reform and the Tories.
Trump Withdraws Canada's Invitation to Peace Board
Donald Trump has withdrawn Canada's invitation to join his global 'board of peace' initiative following public disagreements with Prime Minister Mark Carney at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Burnham's MP Bid Blocked by Labour Rule Change
Andy Burnham's potential return to Parliament as MP for Gorton and Denton is complicated by a new Labour rule requiring mayoral approval, with Starmer allies reportedly opposing his candidacy.
Spender on Fear and Rushed Laws After Bondi Attack
Independent MP Allegra Spender discusses rushed gun and hate speech reforms, Coalition splits, and migrant targeting fears following the Bondi terror attack.
Trump Under Fire for NATO Afghanistan Comments
Donald Trump faces backlash for alleging NATO allies avoided frontline duties in Afghanistan, with UK politicians and veterans condemning his remarks as offensive and inaccurate.
House Rejects Resolution on Trump Venezuela Troops
The US House narrowly rejected a resolution to prevent Donald Trump from sending troops to Venezuela, highlighting Speaker Mike Johnson's fragile majority and Republican divisions.
Littleproud Blames Ley for Coalition Split Crisis
Nationals leader David Littleproud continues to blame Sussan Ley for the Coalition fracture while the Liberal leader insists she will survive mounting leadership speculation.
Antwerp Knife Attack: Six Injured at Kurdish Protest
Six people were injured, two critically, in a knife attack at a Kurdish demonstration in Antwerp's Opera Square. Police have apprehended two suspects and are investigating the incident as attempted murder, not terrorism.
Carney Defends Canadian Sovereignty After Trump's Davos Jibes
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered a national address in Quebec City asserting Canada's independence and values, directly responding to Donald Trump's comments at Davos about Canadian reliance on the US.
Cat Reunited After Alleged Amazon Driver Snatch
A West Yorkshire family's cat, Nora, has been safely returned home after being allegedly taken by an Amazon delivery driver, with the incident captured on doorbell camera footage.
Labour's 'Stop Andy Burnham' Campaign Blocks Parliamentary Return
Keir Starmer's allies launch a campaign to prevent Andy Burnham from returning to parliament via a Manchester byelection, fearing a leadership challenge and financial costs.
Bristol Man Dies in Flag-Hanging Accident After Football Match
A Bristol painter and decorator, Paul John Lumber, 61, died from head injuries after falling from a ladder while hanging Union flags on lamp posts following a football match.
Teenager stabbed in Guildford park named
A teenage boy has been named as Luis Guembes after being stabbed to death in a Guildford woodland. Two boys aged 15 and 16 have been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Albanese Apologises at Bondi Memorial; Global Crises Mount
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese issues a heartfelt apology at a Sydney Opera House memorial for Bondi attack victims, while global tensions rise over Trump's 'peace board' and shipping fuel reforms worsen coral bleaching.
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