Albanese Bolsters Pacific Ties Amid China Concerns
Anthony Albanese hosted Pacific leaders at State of Origin, signing new alliances with Fiji and Solomon Islands to counter China's influence, as AFP chief warns of changing tides.
Category : Westminster
Barrie Cassidy and Tony Barry Review Worst Political Gaffes
Barrie Cassidy and Tony Barry examine the worst political missteps of the week, including the PM's Pacific push, China's missile test, and Nigel Farage's resignation reversal.
Housing Bill Becomes Law Without Trump's Signature
The bipartisan 21st Century Road to Housing Act will become law at midnight Saturday without President Trump's signature, after he refused to sign it over Congress's failure to pass voting restrictions.
Burnham plans UK summer tour to win over Labour 'danger zones'
Andy Burnham, expected to become PM, will tour Labour's 'danger zones' during summer recess, focusing on areas like Aberdeen and Port Talbot with a hopeful message.
Berlin mayor quits re-election bid after 'tennis-gate'
Berlin mayor Kai Wegner drops re-election bid after backlash over playing tennis during a power blackout that left 45,000 homes without electricity for nearly a week.
Trump fires election commissioners, sparking midterm rigging fears
Donald Trump fired the remaining three commissioners of the Election Assistance Commission, paralyzing the only federal agency dedicated to election administration ahead of the midterms. Critics accuse him of trying to rig the elections.
UK police may visit US to interview Giuffre's family in Andrew probe
Thames Valley police are considering traveling to the US to speak with Virginia Giuffre's brother and sister-in-law as part of an investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor for misconduct in public office.
Burnham Must Master Art of Dealing with Trump
Andy Burnham faces the challenge of dealing with Donald Trump as PM. He must master the art of titration in foreign policy, balancing pressure on Israel and relations with the US.
Sir Roy Goode, commercial law pioneer, dies at 93
Roy Goode, who left school at 16 and became a leading commercial law expert, founding the Centre for Commercial Law Studies, has died aged 93.
The Odyssey is more modern than we might like to think
Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's Odyssey, starring Lupita Nyong'o, sparks debate. The epic's themes of exile and trauma resonate today, with a $250m budget and classic filmmaking.
Trump ousts election commission members
Donald Trump removed members of the Election Assistance Commission who resisted requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration, drawing swift backlash from Democrats and voting rights advocates.
Tributes for British tourist, 28, who died in Ibiza
Jake Tyler Duffield, 28, from Norfolk, died on holiday in Ibiza. His family is raising funds to repatriate his body, with a GoFundMe surpassing £23,000.
Police Investigate Death of Former MP Ann Widdecombe
Police are investigating the death of former MP and minister Ann Widdecombe, aged 78. Tributes pour in from Nigel Farage, Boris Johnson, and others.
Lambeth by-elections: Greens lose seat to Lib Dems, hold another
The Green Party retained Clapham Park but lost Streatham St Leonard's to the Liberal Democrats in Lambeth by-elections on July 9. Lambeth Council now has 28 Greens, 26 Labour, and 9 Lib Dems.
Lynda La Plante fights 'confusing' 20mph speed signs
Crime writer Lynda La Plante faces speeding charges in London, citing confusing 20mph signs and camera placement as she disputes three tickets near her Kingston home.
Prince Harry surprises Alison Hammond on This Morning
Prince Harry made a surprise appearance on This Morning, playing laser tag with Alison Hammond at the Invictus Games event in Birmingham, sparking hugs and laughter.
Ann Widdecombe dies aged 78: former MP and Strictly star
Former Conservative MP and Strictly Come Dancing star Ann Widdecombe has died at 78, her representatives confirmed. She later served as an adviser to Reform UK.
Hounslow Council accused of double standards over staff fines
Hounslow Council covered employees' driving fines while enforcing penalties on public, sparking accusations of double standards and a 'slap in the face' to residents.
Officer hurt, 4 held in Edgware Road disorder after Morocco loss
A police officer was hospitalized with head injuries after being hit by a glass bottle during disorder in Edgware Road following Morocco's World Cup quarterfinal defeat. Four arrested.
Xbox vs PlayStation: Which console maker is worse?
Readers debate whether Xbox or PlayStation is worse, discuss EA microtransactions, and share thoughts on Obsidian's Fallout game, GTA 6 hype, and Sony's digital-only shift.
Daily Horoscope July 10, 2026: Chiron-Venus Alignment
Chiron and Venus align on July 10, 2026, bringing romance and relationships to the forefront. Aries, Taurus, Gemini urged to take control and follow desires.
Timms review: Pip system 'not fit for purpose'
The Timms review into personal independence payment (Pip) will find the disability benefit system is 'not fit for purpose', as campaigners fear cuts despite assurances.
Le Pen Campaign Shadowed by Embezzlement Conviction
Marine Le Pen's 2027 presidential bid faces uncertainty after an appeal court upheld her embezzlement conviction, imposing electronic tagging that could hinder campaigning.
Trump's yo-yo summit leaves NATO bruised but united
Donald Trump's erratic behavior at the NATO summit in Ankara, from lambasting allies to expressing 'tremendous love,' left the alliance bruised but ultimately unified, with a renewed commitment to Article 5.
Iran Attacks New US Route in Strait of Hormuz
Iran attacked a new southern route in the Strait of Hormuz, claiming it undermines the MOU. Tensions escalate as US revokes oil sanctions waiver.
Reece James injury doubt for England vs Norway quarter-final
Reece James is a doubt for England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway after missing training again. Declan Rice and Marc Guéhi also trained individually but are expected to be available.
Trans youth targeted as Supreme Court upholds athlete bans
The US Supreme Court ruled Idaho and West Virginia can enforce bans on trans athletes in school sports. Attacks on trans youth have surged, with legal and political strategies endangering civil liberties.
US strikes Iran as Trump vows to hit 'scum' leadership again
The US launched fresh strikes on Iran after Trump called Tehran's leadership 'scum' at the NATO summit, ending the ceasefire and sending oil prices soaring.
US stocks fall on Iran strikes and Fed rate hike fears
US stock markets fell on Wednesday as the US continued strikes on Iran and the Federal Reserve flagged concerns that would warrant higher interest rates, with the Dow down 1.09%.
Sudoku 7375: Hard Puzzle Solution and Tips
Solve Sudoku 7375, a hard puzzle from The Guardian. Step-by-step logic and strategies to crack the grid.
Page 37 of 346