Fulton County DA Fani Willis testified before a Georgia state senate committee investigating her prosecution of Donald Trump. The hearing grew contentious as Willis hit back at her Republican critics.
The UK government has ordered an independent review into foreign financial interference in politics following the jailing of a former Reform UK leader for pro-Russia bribes. Experts warn the system is full of holes.
PM Keir Starmer orders urgent review into foreign political interference after ex-Reform UK Wales leader jailed for pro-Russian bribes. Review to report by March.
A landmark review by Labour peer Margaret Hodge calls for Arts Council England to be shielded from political meddling, scrap its 'straitjacket' strategy, and slash bureaucracy to restore trust. Read the key findings.
An independent review into foreign financial influence on UK politics is announced after a former Reform UK politician was jailed for taking Russian bribes. Learn how the government plans to protect democracy.
Independent reviewer Jonathan Hall KC warns the UK's new National Security Act is so broad it could harm journalists, thinktanks, and protesters. Read the full report on the risks of state overreach.
Opposition and crossbench MPs slam the government's proposed Freedom of Information reforms, including new fees and extended response times, warning of a threat to democratic accountability.
An insider's look at the opaque and often baffling process of securing a seat on a UK government board. Discover the unspoken rules and hidden pathways to public appointments.
Readers question Reform UK's Russian connections after former MEP Nathan Gill admits taking £40,000 in bribes for pro-Russia speeches. Join the debate on political integrity.
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency has been dissolved months before its scheduled end date, with staff moved to other roles. Discover what happened.
Eurovision implements major voting reforms following allegations of Israeli government interference. Discover how new rules aim to restore contest integrity ahead of Vienna 2026.
Eurovision introduces major rule changes, including a voting cap and promotion limits, following allegations of Israeli government interference. Read the full story on the contest's future.
Exclusive: Federal investigators examine unfounded claims Venezuela helped steal the 2020 US election, potentially strengthening case for military action. Read the full investigation.
A damning Institute for Government report reveals Keir Starmer's government entered office without a clear plan for public service reform, leading to chaotic policymaking and minimal progress.
MI5 and the UK government issue a stark warning to parliamentarians about Chinese espionage, aiming to reestablish deterrence after a collapsed spying case. Discover the security implications.
An A330 pilot issues a stark safety warning about mobile phone use on flights, revealing how hundreds of devices can cause dangerous interference with aircraft systems.
Georgia's Pete Skandalakis appoints himself to lead the 2020 election interference case against Donald Trump, the sole remaining criminal prosecution. Discover the latest developments.
Communities Secretary Steve Reed meets officials overseeing Tower Hamlets council amid persistent governance worries and councillors' overseas political ambitions. Read the latest developments.
Sky News learns of two more board departures at the UK's Competition and Markets Authority, months after its chairman was ousted by ministers. Read the full story.
Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey demands the government remove Robbie Gibb from the BBC board to protect its independence from political attacks by Trump and Conservative allies.
As the US experiences its lengthiest government shutdown in history, discover the real-world consequences affecting millions of federal workers and essential services across America.
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism after blaming predecessors for economic challenges while avoiding questions about her own responsibility in navigating Britain's financial predicament.
Australia's spy chief reveals sophisticated foreign interference operations targeting universities, businesses and government institutions, warning of unprecedented threats to national security.
Exclusive investigation reveals Hounslow Council spent thousands on fine dining and luxury hotels while implementing austerity measures affecting local residents.
The New Zealand government has abolished mandatory Māori cultural practices in classrooms, sparking debate about cultural preservation versus educational flexibility.
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez faces his most serious political crisis yet as corruption investigations engulf his wife and close political allies, testing the stability of his minority government.
The Albanese government faces scrutiny after quietly deporting two more asylum seekers to Nauru under a covert agreement, raising fresh concerns about Australia's offshore processing regime.
New data exposes the staggering amount UK government departments are pouring into artificial intelligence technology, with spending reaching unprecedented levels across Whitehall.
Republican senators trigger government funding crisis by rejecting stopgap spending bill, setting stage for potential federal shutdown and escalating Washington tensions.
The Australian government has refused Bruce Lehrmann's request for taxpayer-funded legal assistance following explosive corruption watchdog raids, in a dramatic twist to the high-profile case.