Kim Jong Un Dismisses Vice Premier in Public Rebuke
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has dismissed a vice premier, criticising him for causing confusion and economic losses during a factory modernisation project ahead of a key party congress.
Category : Westminster
Trump's Chagos Attack Tightens Starmer's Diplomatic Bind
Donald Trump's social media broadside against the UK's Chagos Islands deal has intensified pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer, testing diplomatic relations amid broader transatlantic tensions over Greenland and European alliances.
No Further Charges for Lucy Letby, CPS Decides
The Crown Prosecution Service has announced that Lucy Letby will not face additional criminal charges, citing insufficient evidence, despite police disagreement.
Motherwell man shot dead: Family 'devastated' over murder
The family of Jordan Gray, a 26-year-old father murdered in his Motherwell home, appeal for information as police investigate the shocking shotgun killing.
Prince Harry's Privacy Case 'Threadbare' Says Mail Lawyer
Associated Newspapers tells High Court that Prince Harry's privacy claims are 'threadbare' and brought too late, defending journalists' legitimate sourcing methods.
Reform UK Court Challenge Over Election Delays
A two-day hearing in February will determine if the government can postpone dozens of local council elections due to reorganisation challenges, with Reform UK leading the legal fight.
Teen Boy Stabbed to Death in Surrey Woodland
A 15-year-old boy has been stabbed to death in woodland near Stoke Park, Guildford. Surrey Police are urgently appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Labour MPs Threaten Revolt Over Ground Rent Promise
Sir Keir Starmer could face a major rebellion from over 100 Labour MPs if the government abandons its manifesto pledge to cap ground rents for leaseholders, amid Treasury concerns about pension fund impacts.
Man Accused of Killing Baby Stepson in Rage
A Swansea court hears how Thomas Morgan allegedly killed his five-month-old stepson while 'full of rage' following a heated argument with his ex-partner.
Starmer's Fate Hangs on May Elections Amid Polling Crisis
As Keir Starmer focuses on foreign affairs, deputy Labour leader Lucy Powell warns of a looming domestic crisis. With Labour trailing in polls ahead of key May elections, internal unity and voter concerns over cost of living could decide Starmer's politic
Trump's First Year Back: Greenland Focus and NATO Tensions
A year into Donald Trump's return to the White House, his administration's focus on acquiring Greenland and ambiguous stance on NATO have sparked market fears and geopolitical uncertainty, analysed in the latest podcast episode.
Farage Lobbies Trump Team at Davos Summit
Nigel Farage engages with Donald Trump's delegation at Davos as the former US president dominates the global elite forum, with analysis on UK political tensions and trade disputes.
Bystanders tried to save woman in London bus stop stabbing
Eyewitnesses describe chaotic scene as they attempted first aid on Anita Mukhey, 66, after random fatal stabbing at Burnt Oak bus stop in North London.
Hotel Rampage Near Heathrow: £8K Damage, Kill Threats
Jake Holder, 27, sentenced after violent rampage at The Stanwell Hotel near Heathrow Airport, causing extensive damage and threatening staff with a fire extinguisher.
One Nation Targets Victoria Election Amid Bushfire Criticism
Victoria's bushfire crisis sparks political turmoil as One Nation capitalises on regional discontent, with criticism mounting over government response and CFA funding ahead of state election.
Greenland's Independence Dream Faces Trump's Ambitions
Greenland's quest for dignity and self-determination confronts new colonial threats from the Trump administration, forcing an uneasy alliance with Denmark.
Mike Johnson's Parliamentary Speech Amid Trump Chaos
US House Speaker Mike Johnson addressed UK Parliament in a subdued event, as Donald Trump's erratic diplomacy overshadowed transatlantic relations with controversial Greenland and Chagos Islands remarks.
US Lawmakers Block Trump's Tariffs on Europe
Bipartisan US legislators announce measures to prevent Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on eight European nations, including key NATO allies like Denmark and the UK.
CPS: No New Charges for Lucy Letby
The Crown Prosecution Service announces no further charges against Lucy Letby, the former nurse serving life for baby murders, citing insufficient evidence for new cases.
Macron Slams Trump's 'New Colonialism' Over Greenland
European leaders unite to condemn Donald Trump's aggressive push to control Greenland, with Emmanuel Macron warning against 'useless aggressivity' and 'new colonialism' at Davos.
Le Pen's Appeal and France's Far-Right Rise
Marine Le Pen's appeal against embezzlement charges could shape the 2027 French presidential race, with her party's mainstream appeal growing despite legal troubles.
Letlow Launches Trump-Backed Senate Bid Against Cassidy
Louisiana congresswoman Julia Letlow announces Senate primary challenge against incumbent Bill Cassidy, backed by Donald Trump's endorsement.
Davos Braces for Trump's 'Dinosaur Diplomacy'
As Donald Trump prepares to speak at the World Economic Forum, European leaders warn of a shift towards autocracy and a rules-free global order, while protesters rally in Zurich.
North-West Labour MPs Threaten Rebellion Over Funding
Labour MPs from northern constituencies warn they may vote against the local government funding settlement, arguing it unfairly penalises towns with low incomes rather than high housing costs.
Payphones Link San Francisco and Texas Across Party Lines
A neuroscience project installs payphones in San Francisco and Abilene, Texas, enabling conversations between Democrats and Republicans to foster understanding.
Greenland Crisis Ends Transatlantic Order, Says Expert
Christopher S Chivvis argues Trump's coercive tariffs for Greenland mark a profound rupture in US-Europe relations, urging EU to accelerate defence integration.
Hate Speech Laws Pass Senate After Bondi Terror Attack
Labor's hate speech legislation has been approved by the Senate following a special sitting. The laws aim to ban hate groups and establish a national gun buyback scheme in response to the Bondi terror attack.
Teen to Plead Guilty in 2022 North Carolina Mass Shooting
Austin Thompson, 18, plans to plead guilty to all charges for the 2022 Raleigh shooting that left five dead, including his brother, avoiding a trial next month.
Starmer's Trump Strategy Under Fire as Polls Show Disapproval
Keir Starmer's 'keep calm' approach to Donald Trump faces growing public scepticism as polls reveal mounting disapproval. The prime minister's pragmatic diplomacy strategy is tested by Trump's unpredictable actions.
Australia Passes Historic Hate Crime and Gun Control Laws
The Australian Senate has approved new laws banning hate groups and establishing a national gun buyback scheme, following the Bondi beach massacre.
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