An investigation reveals ex-Townsville mayor Troy Thompson promoted a wellness bracelet for epilepsy, sold by a business linked to his partner, despite lacking a formal diagnosis. Read the full exclusive.
Columnist Arwa Mahdawi spent a month trying to emulate the constant smile of NYC's mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani. Discover why this grin is an act of political resistance and its mental health effects.
Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram is delivering a 'once-in-a-generation' docklands revival. Discover how his low-profile strategy is securing billions for transport and housing.
Powervault, the London-based home battery firm backed by the Mayor's fund, has collapsed. The firm, which raised over £10m, is the latest UK energy tech casualty. Read the full story.
Exclusive polling reveals most London voters believe Sadiq Khan should not seek a fourth term as Mayor in 2028, with many unhappy with the city's direction. Read the full analysis.
Pope Leo XIV visited Istanbul's Blue Mosque, a key interfaith gesture on his first papal trip abroad. He will now travel to Lebanon. Read the latest on this historic visit.
Queensland's corruption watchdog finds ex-Townsville mayor Troy Thompson fabricated cancer diagnosis and military history. Discover the full investigation findings.
Katie Wilson's remarkable journey from transit campaigner to Seattle mayor demonstrates how trust and grassroots organising can overcome well-funded political machines. Discover how she built power from the ground up.
London's Mayor Sadiq Khan is set to receive significant new powers over the capital's pubs, bars, and transport network in what ministers call the 'biggest transfer of power out of Whitehall' in decades.
New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani reaffirms view that Donald Trump is a 'fascist' despite productive Oval Office discussion on cost-of-living concerns.
Tributes pour in for Abu Zafar, London's pioneering 'Bicycle Mayor' who championed cycling for four decades. Discover his remarkable legacy and impact on UK cycling infrastructure.
Asta Hill becomes Alice Springs' first Green mayor in a landmark election, signalling major political change for the Northern Territory community.
Donald Trump intervened to help New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani evade a question about calling the president a fascist. Their 'great' meeting focused on shared New York love.
NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani meets President Trump in historic Oval Office showdown. Can political opposites find common ground on affordability and New York's future? Read the full analysis.
Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham faces speculation about challenging Keir Starmer for Labour leadership. Learn about his political journey and potential Westminster comeback.
Alice Guo, Chinese national who became Philippines mayor while running massive human trafficking operation, sentenced to life imprisonment. Read the shocking details.
A German-Turkish family of four died in an Istanbul hotel, with investigators now pointing to chemical poisoning as the likely cause. Get the latest updates on this tragic story.
Donald Trump has expressed willingness to meet political adversary Zohran Mamdani, New York's mayor-elect. Discover how these polar opposites may collaborate for the city's benefit.
Lennie James discusses his chilling new role as Frank Moses in Mayor of Kingstown, a character fans compare to Breaking Bad's Gus Fring. The BAFTA winner also shares concerns about acting opportunities.
Donald Trump claims London is dangerously violent with people 'stabbed in the ass', targeting Mayor Sadiq Khan. Explore the facts behind the feud and London's actual crime statistics.
A 36-year-old British man died in Istanbul after undergoing a hair transplant and dental work. The incident raises concerns about medical tourism safety.
Hackney's Green mayoral candidate Zoë Garbett calls to dismantle the Met following a damning report revealing systemic racism. Discover the findings and political reactions.
Lina Khan, the former FTC chair who took on Big Tech, joins Zohran Mamdani's transition. Discover how her record signals a bold new direction for New York.
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, a key rival to President Erdoğan, faces 142 charges including bribery and extortion. The case could reshape Turkey's political landscape. Read the latest developments.
New York's wealthy residents are looking to London properties as incoming mayor Zohran Mamdani plans wealth taxes. Discover why Britain tops US expat destinations.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan faces scrutiny after sending a private message to socialist MP Zohran Mamdani during a heated parliamentary debate, raising questions about political boundaries.
Ella Baron's powerful cartoon captures the seismic shift as democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani triumphs in New York City's mayoral race, signalling a new progressive era.
As the 2025 New York City mayoral race intensifies, Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani emerges as a formidable progressive challenger. Discover how this political outsider is shaking up the establishment and what it means for the future of urban politics
In a groundbreaking election, Minneapolis voters have chosen Nadia Mohamed as their new mayor, making her the first Somali-American to lead a major US city and signalling a dramatic political transformation.
Progressive firebrand Zohran Mamdani launches bold campaign for New York mayor, promising to challenge establishment politics and deliver transformative change for the city's working class.