Met Palantir Row Exposes Divide Over AI in Public Services
The controversy over the Met police's £50m Palantir deal highlights tensions between AI adoption and public trust, as UK public services grapple with tech's role.
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Reform Councillor Admits Ignorance of Council Rules
A newly elected Reform councillor in Kirklees admitted she doesn't understand standing orders or the constitution, sparking criticism and a stalled leadership vote.
Sadiq Khan Blocks £50m Met Police Palantir Deal
London Mayor Sadiq Khan blocks a £50 million Met Police contract with Palantir over a 'clear and serious' procurement rule breach, citing procedural failures and value-for-money concerns.
Rachel Reeves Rebukes Heckler, Wins Cross-Party Support
Chancellor Rachel Reeves scolds a foul-mouthed Reform UK supporter at a Leeds petrol station, drawing praise from Conservative MP Mel Stride and criticism from Nigel Farage.
Rachel Reeves Hits Back at Petrol Station Heckler
Rachel Reeves was heckled at a Leeds petrol station. She responded 'I love our country' and criticized the man's manners as 'not very British'.
Khan Blocks £50m Met Police Palantir Deal
London mayor Sadiq Khan blocks a £50m contract between the Met Police and Palantir, citing procurement breaches and concerns over technology lock-in.
Baywatch Set Turmoil Fuels LA Mayoral Race Debate on Film Industry
A troubled Baywatch reboot highlights Hollywood's decline in Los Angeles, becoming a key issue in the mayoral race as candidates blame city bureaucracy and propose solutions.
Queen's Support for Andrew as Trade Envoy Was Mistake
Analysis of how Queen Elizabeth II's 'keenness' for Prince Andrew to become a trade envoy in 2001 backfired, highlighting her protective instincts and the consequences.
Queen Elizabeth II Backed Prince Andrew Trade Job
Trade minister Chris Bryant disclosed that the late Queen was 'very keen' for Prince Andrew to be appointed as a trade envoy, shedding light on the royal family's involvement.
EastEnders Star Michael Keating Dies at 79
Michael Keating, known for EastEnders' Reverend Stevens and Blake's 7's Vila Restal, has passed away at 79, prompting tributes from fans and colleagues.
Richard Madeley on His Hair: Genetic Luck, Not Dye
Richard Madeley responds to public obsession with his hair, revealing it's naturally white-blond and genetic. He also discusses aging and turning 70.
Transport Secretary Backs Burnham in Makerfield By-Election
Heidi Alexander supports Andy Burnham in the crucial by-election, criticizing Reform UK's 'toxic' politics as Labour fights to retain the seat amid leadership turmoil.
Fundraiser for Sisters Found Dead at Brighton Beach
A GoFundMe page has raised over £3,000 for the funeral costs of three sisters from Uxbridge whose bodies were recovered off Brighton beach.
Hannah Spencer: MPs groaned at my drinking challenge
Green MP Hannah Spencer recounts her PMQs experience challenging MPs' drinking habits, facing jeers and hostility, and calls for a sober Parliament to restore trust.
Mother Guilty of Murdering Baby, Bought Lottery Ticket Before Hospital
Sarah Ngaba fractured her baby's skull, causing death from infection two years later. She bathed and bought a lottery ticket before taking Eliza to hospital.
West London charity Nova faces closure without £100k
Nova, a grassroots charity in North Kensington supporting over 2,000 vulnerable people, needs £100,000 in two months or faces closure due to funding loss and rising costs.
Katie Price's Family 'Thrilled' Lee Andrews Vanished
Katie Price's family is relieved her husband Lee Andrews has disappeared, hoping he stays away. They fear he may profit from her until divorce is finalized.
London Tube and TfL Shutdowns for Bank Holiday Weekend
Five TfL lines will partially close over the spring bank holiday due to track and maintenance work. Check closures for District, Piccadilly, Overground, and DLR.
Trump Checks Cadets' Muscles at Coast Guard Graduation
Donald Trump invited top cadets on stage, felt their muscles, and made remarks about their fitness during a Coast Guard Academy commencement speech.
Xi and Putin: Power Shift in China-Russia Relations
Xi Jinping hosted Vladimir Putin in Beijing with pomp, highlighting Russia's growing dependence on China. What does this power imbalance mean for their relationship?
US-Israel Plan to Install Ahmadinejad Backfires
A report reveals US and Israel aimed to make Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Iran's leader after regime collapse, but the plan failed after an Israeli strike injured him.
Starmer's Storytelling Failure Fuels Leadership Talk
Analysis: Keir Starmer has achievements but lacks political storytelling, leading Labour MPs to consider alternatives like Andy Burnham for better communication.
Bus Driver Murder: Man Charged Over Battersea Bridge Attack
A murder inquiry has been launched after bus driver Sergei Krajev, 64, died following an assault on Battersea Bridge. Gary Jones, 32, has been charged.
Ukraine War Briefing: Zelenskyy Warns of Belarus Threat
Ukraine reinforces northern border as Russia plans offensive from Belarus; drone attacks hit Russian oil refineries; UK sanctions controversy.
Why the UK Ignores the £178bn Pension Bill
Zoe Williams argues that the UK's welfare debate unfairly targets young people while ignoring the massive pension bill, including the triple lock and tax relief on private pensions.
Three guilty of North London murder with 22 stab wounds
Three men have been convicted of murdering Gregory Catillo Volquez, 36, in Haringey after stabbing him 22 times. Two fled to Spain but were extradited.
Historic Birmingham Street Repaved with Patchy Tarmac
Residents in Birmingham are outraged after historic streets were repaved with patchy tarmac instead of original stone slabs, calling it a 'shameful eyesore'.
Systemic Weaknesses in NSW Childcare Allow Predator Abuse
A NSW upper house inquiry found systemic failures in the childcare sector allowed predators to abuse children, citing for-profit services and lax regulation.
Gentle Acid Exfoliants: A Kinder Alternative to Scrubs
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