Lords: Treasury has 'limited grasp' of shadow banking risks
A Lords committee warns the UK Treasury is unprepared for risks from the booming $16tn shadow banking sector, which could threaten UK financial stability. Read the full report.
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Peers warn Treasury over private credit risks
A House of Lords committee has accused the Treasury of being too passive about systemic risks from the booming private credit sector. Read the full report and the urgent calls for action.
US-UK Seize Russian Tanker, More Sanctioned Ships Near
The US, with UK support, seized the Marinera oil tanker in the Atlantic. Now, two more sanctioned vessels, the Aria and Tia, are sailing towards Russia via the English Channel. Read the latest on the crackdown on Russia's 'shadow fleet'.
40 'Shadow Fleet' tankers reflagged to Russia in 2025
Analysis reveals a surge in tankers joining Russia's registry to evade sanctions, as US seizures escalate. Discover the scale of the illicit oil trade funding conflict.
No Stranger Things Episode 9, But Live Show Reveals Vecna Secrets
Stranger Things fans seeking more after Season 5 can discover Henry Creel's origins in the West End live show, 'The First Shadow'. Spoilers and ticket details inside.
Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker Enters English Channel
A US-sanctioned Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker is navigating the English Channel with a disguised identity, as UK ministers vow support for allied operations to seize such vessels. Read the latest.
US seizes Russian tanker; 'Super-K' flu strain spreads
The US Coast Guard has seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in a major sanctions crackdown. Meanwhile, a highly transmissible flu strain hits Australia as cost-of-living pressures mount.
US seizes Russian-linked tanker in Atlantic in major sanctions raid
A dramatic US-led operation seized a Russian-linked oil tanker in the North Atlantic, hailed by a former RAF chief as calling Putin's bluff on the shadow fleet. Read the full analysis.
UK-US Tanker Seizure: A Delicate Geopolitical Move
Analysis: The UK's assistance in a US-led oil tanker seizure near Venezuela carries significant weight in today's tense climate. We examine the risks and implications for the special relationship. Read the full story.
US seizes Russian tanker Marinera in Atlantic standoff
A major Russian oil tanker, the Marinera, has been captured by US forces in the Atlantic. Discover why this empty ship sparked a high-stakes international confrontation and what it reveals about sanctions evasion.
Shadow AG steps back from Ukraine advice over Abramovich link
David Wolfson, a Conservative peer, will not advise Kemi Badenoch on Ukraine due to his legal work for sanctioned oligarch Roman Abramovich. The move follows Labour criticism of a conflict of interest.
Russian sub escorts 'shadow fleet' tanker in Atlantic
Russia has sent a submarine to escort a sanctioned oil tanker being pursued by the US across the Atlantic, escalating tensions. The vessel neared Iceland's waters this week. Read the full report.
Starmer's team warned of 'deficit in emotion' with voters
Keir Starmer's chief of staff told cabinet the government must rebuild trust with 'emotion, empathy and evidence' as polls show Labour lagging. The PM vows to relish the 'fight of our lives' against Reform UK.
Trump's 'Clown Car Cabinet' Worst in US History
Analysis reveals Donald Trump's 2025 cabinet, featuring Noem, Hegseth, and RFK Jr, is the most disastrous in American history. Experts cite incompetence and corruption.
NSW Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane Unveils New Shadow Cabinet
NSW Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane announces a renewed shadow cabinet, betting on fresh faces to revive the Coalition's fortunes ahead of the state election. Discover the strategy and hurdles ahead.
Cabinet revolt brews over business rates increase
Sky News reveals cabinet-level opposition to the business rates rise. Hospitality sector warned against protesting as pubs ban Labour MPs. Full details inside.
2005 Cabinet Papers Revealed Pandemic Warnings to Howard Govt
Newly released cabinet papers show Australian officials in 2005 warned of school closures and border shutdowns in a flu pandemic, foreshadowing the Covid-19 response. Read the full story.
2005 Cabinet Papers Reveal Dire Climate Warnings
Newly released 2005 cabinet papers show ministers Alexander Downer and Ian Campbell warned Australia was highly vulnerable to climate disruption. Discover the historic warnings.
Secret 2005 Push for MP Lifetime Pensions Exposed
Newly released cabinet papers from 2005 expose a controversial proposal for lifetime pensions for MPs, spearheaded by Philip Ruddock. Explore the details and political fallout.
Labour accuses Tory peer of conflict over Abramovich case
Labour demands Lord Wolfson quit as shadow attorney general or drop Roman Abramovich as a client. The row centres on UK sanctions and £5.3bn in frozen assets. Read the full story.
US Drone Strike in Venezuela Marks New Phase in Shadow War
A reported CIA drone strike on a Venezuelan port signals a dangerous escalation in Donald Trump's covert campaign to oust Nicolás Maduro. Analysis reveals a high-stakes strategy with minimal impact.
Shadow Attorney General Acts for Sanctioned Oligarch
Labour demands Kemi Badenoch act as her shadow attorney general, David Wolfson, represents Roman Abramovich in a £5.3bn Jersey asset freeze case, raising major conflict of interest concerns.
Government accused of cover-up over hidden Andrew documents
The Cabinet Office faces accusations of a cover-up after censoring files detailing Prince Andrew's taxpayer-funded travel. Key documents were withdrawn at the last minute. Read the full story.
Cabinet Office accused of royal cover-up over Andrew files
The Cabinet Office faces accusations of a cover-up after last-minute withdrawal of files on Prince Andrew's travel expenses as a trade envoy. Explore the ongoing secrecy surrounding royal documents.
Administrative error led to release of Andrew documents
The Cabinet Office blames an administrative mistake for the accidental release of historical files about Prince Andrew's travel plans. Discover the details and the campaigners' response.
Blair's Private Iraq War Doubts Exposed in 2005 Papers
Newly released UK Cabinet papers from 2005 reveal Tony Blair privately questioned the Iraq War's legality and his legacy. Explore the confidential discussions that shaped history.
Kyiv bombarded as Poland scrambles jets during peace talks
Russian strikes hit Kyiv as Poland closes airspace. Zelenskyy and Trump prepare for key talks on a 20-point peace plan, while Russia deploys new missiles in Belarus. Read the latest.
Trump asserts control over Ukraine aid ahead of peace talks
Donald Trump tells Politico that Volodymyr Zelenskyy 'doesn't have anything until I approve it', as the two leaders prepare to discuss a 20-point peace plan. Read the latest on the diplomatic push and military developments.
Trump's Loyal Cabinet Defies First-Term Turnover Trend
Analysis reveals President Trump's second-term cabinet remains unusually stable, driven by loyalty and a difficult Senate confirmation process. Explore the shift from his 'You're fired' brand.
Ukraine hits Russian refinery with UK's Storm Shadow missiles
Ukrainian forces target a key Russian oil plant with British-supplied missiles. Zelenskyy holds talks with Trump envoys as a court jails a pro-war Putin critic. Get the latest on day 1,402.
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