A severe decline in UK research funding is stalling vital medical breakthroughs. Scientists warn of a 'lost generation' of therapies for cancer and dementia. Urgent government action is needed.
US Democrats demand accountability and threaten to withhold Homeland Security funding after an ICE officer shot dead a 37-year-old American woman in Minneapolis. Calls for agency reform grow.
Democratic leaders across Minnesota call for ICE to leave Minneapolis immediately after an agent fatally shot a 37-year-old woman during a raid, rejecting the official DHS account.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which funded NPR and PBS, has formally dissolved after Congress cut $1.1bn. The move threatens local stations and news deserts. Read the full story.
Top Democrats erupt in fury over Trump's unauthorised military strike in Venezuela, calling it a breach of the US constitution and a dangerous precedent. Read the latest.
Newham residents avoid a 9% council tax hike after a government funding review. The rise is now set at 4.99%, but cuts to services and increased fees are still planned. Read the full budget details.
Elon Musk responds ominously to a TikToker's claim he is 'about to die', fuelling tensions around Somali immigrants and US politics. Discover the full story and its wider implications.
Sir Keir Starmer faces criticism over a US-UK drug pricing deal that could cost the NHS £3bn annually. Lib Dems demand the funds be spent on social care instead. Read the full story.
New polling reveals abortion rights are fading as a key issue for Democratic voters ahead of the 2026 midterms, shifting focus to the economy and democracy. Read the full analysis.
Former US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi forecasts a Democratic victory in the 2026 midterms, aiming to reclaim congressional power from Trump. Read her full analysis.
After 2024 election losses, Democrats are urgently building a rival online ecosystem with podcasts, influencers, and progressive media to counter the right's dominance. Can they catch up?
A federal judge has halted the Trump administration's move to slash over $230m in homeland security grants from states resisting immigration crackdowns. Read the full ruling details.
Democratic lawmakers launch a $1.5bn lawsuit against Donald Trump, alleging he sabotaged the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Read the full legal breakdown.
Sir Ed Davey writes to the UK's human rights watchdog over plans to postpone local elections for nearly 10 million people. The government cites council reorganisation as the reason.
Five London boroughs are among six councils given permission to raise council tax above 5% in 2026/27. Some have pledged not to, despite facing major budget gaps. Read the latest on the Fair Funding Review.
Labour MP Oliver Ryan argues third-party litigation funding is becoming a volume-driven model, citing the Post Office scandal where £46m went to funders, not victims. Read his call for reform.
The Liberal Democrats urge the UK government to include Donald Trump's US in a foreign interference inquiry, citing a national security strategy that advocates 'cultivating resistance' in Europe. Read the full story.
House oversight Democrats release undated Epstein photos, including images of Bill Gates and Noam Chomsky, as the DOJ's transparency deadline approaches. Explore the details.
Croydon Council is set for a £120m funding boost over three years after a historic government review. The new Fair Funding 2.0 model aims to better reflect local need, but the borough's massive debt remains a challenge. Read the full story.
A new 'Fair Funding' formula reshapes council finances, boosting deprived areas. But with most councils still hiking tax, is the crisis over? Explore the winners, losers, and impact on your bill.
Britain is designing its own missile defence system to counter Russian ballistic and cruise missiles, a top defence chief reveals. Discover the urgent national security shift.
Two US senators are halting civilian nominations, accusing the Trump administration of failing to brief Congress on the release of crucial Jeffrey Epstein documents. Read the full story.
A major voter list revision in India, criticised as a covert citizenship survey, is allegedly targeting Muslims and threatening democratic integrity. Critics warn of mass disenfranchisement.
Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton warns Russia's military is stronger than ever, urging a 'whole of nation' response to rising danger. Read the stark assessment.
The head of the UK's armed forces issues a stark warning that Russia's growing military poses a direct threat, calling for a 'whole of nation' response. Read the urgent call for preparedness.
Nigel Farage's response to school racism claims mirrors Donald Trump's playbook: denial, legal threats, smearing accusers, and media attacks. Experts and political rivals draw direct parallels.
Vladimir Putin threatens military action if Ukraine doesn't withdraw from Donbas, casting doubt on Trump's peace efforts. Read the latest on the stalled negotiations.
Fiona Mulaisho quits Labour, alleging a 'toxic culture' and discriminatory remark about her ethnicity. She will now stand for the Liberal Democrats in Queen's Park. Read the full story.
Vladimir Putin's visit to India for talks with Narendra Modi signals a crucial realignment. We analyse the high-stakes summit, its impact on US relations, and the shadow of China.
US Democrats have released video evidence from Jeffrey Epstein's private island. The footage, central to a political dispute, shows the estate's layout. Read the full report.