Jewish Leaders Demand Action After Sydney & Manchester Attacks
Following the Bondi Beach and Manchester attacks, Jewish leaders warn antisemitism is rising globally. They demand governments move beyond words to concrete action on extremism.
Category : Politics
Met Police staff strike on NYE over pay dispute
Metropolitan Police staff, including call handlers, will strike for 25 hours on New Year's Eve, threatening emergency response delays. Unite union blames pay freeze and inferior conditions.
Judge: Home Office failed to protect vulnerable migrants
A High Court judge has ruled the Home Office unlawfully failed for years to protect vulnerable immigration detainees from inhuman treatment. The landmark case centres on Brook House near Gatwick.
London cemetery fees to rise by up to 165%
Westminster City Council announces steep increases in burial and cremation fees at two cemeteries, with some costs jumping by 165%. Discover the full breakdown of council charge hikes.
Expert Warns of 'Drone 9/11' Threat to UK
The head of DroneShield warns Britain needs urgent action to prevent a catastrophic 'drone 9/11' attack on public venues and critical infrastructure. Read the full threat assessment.
Voice Note Fatigue Hits UK as Etiquette Rules Emerge
Britons now send an average of 58 hours of voice notes annually, but 62% of recipients report 'voice note fatigue'. Debrett's advises keeping messages under two minutes. Discover the new social etiquette.
London's Christmas Day Forecast: Overcast and 8C High
London's Christmas Day weather forecast predicts thick clouds and a high of 8°C, with no snow expected. Get the detailed hour-by-hour breakdown for December 25th.
Driver admits manslaughter in Christmas Day West End crash
Anthony Gilheaney pleads guilty to manslaughter after hitting and killing Aidan Chapman in London's West End. The prosecution alleges racist and homophobic motives. Follow the ongoing Old Bailey trial for the latest.
Croydon market traders plead for free parking to boost trade
Traders at Croydon's historic Surrey Street Market say £60 parking fines are driving customers away. They are petitioning the council for 30 minutes of free parking to revitalise the struggling town centre.
Shoplifter's bad timing at police-filled Walmart
A prolific shoplifter in Wisconsin faced an unexpected arrest after choosing to steal from a Walmart during its annual 'Shop with a Cop' event. Read the full story of the festive fail.
Tories pledge to scrap 2030 petrol and diesel car ban
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch promises to ditch the 2030 ZEV mandate if elected. We examine the policy's impact on drivers, manufacturers, and the UK's net zero goals.
Australia PM rejects Netanyahu's Bondi attack claim
Australian PM Anthony Albanese has firmly rejected Benjamin Netanyahu's accusation that recognising Palestine contributed to the Bondi terror attack. Read the full diplomatic row details.
Ilhan Omar's Son Pulled Over by ICE in Minnesota
US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar reveals ICE agents stopped her son in Minneapolis, accusing Trump's 'Operation Metro Surge' of racial profiling. Read the full story.
Machado's vertebra fracture confirmed after perilous sea journey
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado sustained a vertebra fracture during a high-risk sea crossing to Norway for the Nobel ceremony. Read the full story of her perilous escape.
Australia reviews gun laws after Bondi Beach shooting
Following the Bondi Beach attack, PM Albanese considers tightening Australia's already strict firearm legislation. Explore the laws and potential changes.
World in Pictures: Protests, Politics, and Remembrance
A visual journey across the globe: French farmers block roads, Zelenskyy meets German leaders, and Sydney mourns. Explore the day's powerful images and stories.
Bondi Attack Disrupts Hanukkah Ceremony, Global Lightings Continue
A terror attack in Sydney interrupted a Hanukkah menorah lighting by the Chabad-Lubavitch movement. We explore the group's history and global resilience.
Croydon Mayor refuses apology over disabled bay blunder
Croydon's Mayor faces backlash for his 'disgraceful' response after a resident's car was trapped by a new disabled bay and wrongly fined. Read the full story of the parking fiasco.
German AfD MP charged for Nazi salute at Reichstag
A far-right AfD politician faces prosecution for allegedly performing a banned Hitler salute at Germany's parliament. Read the full details of the case and its legal implications.
Bondi Beach hero disarmed attacker before police shot
A Middle Eastern refugee emerged as a second hero in the Bondi Beach terror attack, kicking a rifle from a gunman before being fired upon by police. Read the full story of bravery and a precarious immigration status.
Sydney Bondi Shooting: 16 Dead in Antisemitic Attack
A father and son opened fire at a Jewish celebration in Sydney's Bondi, killing 16. Get the latest on the terror attack, victims, and security questions.
Man admits dumping animal carcasses at New Forest churches
Benjamin Lewis pleads guilty to religiously aggravated harassment after leaving dead deer and lambs outside churches in Hampshire. He has been remanded in custody ahead of sentencing.
Man in rage drove into Liverpool FC parade, injuring 134
Paul Doyle, 54, admitted 31 offences after driving into Liverpool victory parade crowds. Victims wept as shocking dashcam footage was shown in court. Sentencing is due Tuesday.
Sydney's Suburbs Awash with Guns, Prompting Law Review
Following the Bondi Beach terror attack, data reveals a startling concentration of licensed firearms in Sydney's suburbs. NSW Premier Chris Minns vows to tighten gun laws as national cabinet agrees to reform the National Firearms Agreement.
Bondi Beach Terror Attack: 15 Killed at Hanukah Event
Australia grieves after a terror attack at a Bondi Beach Hanukah celebration leaves 15 dead. PM Albanese vows tougher gun laws as candles are lit nationwide against the darkness.
Jewish Community Responds to Bondi Terror Attack
Sydney's Jewish community grapples with fear and resilience after the deadly Bondi beach terror attack, labelled an act of 'evil antisemitism' by the Prime Minister.
Bondi Beach terror attack: Father and son gunmen named
Police identify father and son as suspects in Bondi Beach terror attack that killed 15 at a Hanukkah celebration. Explosives found in car. Read the latest updates.
Zelenskyy meets European leaders in Berlin for Ukraine talks
Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets European leaders in Berlin as the US pushes for a swift end to the war. Talks focus on security guarantees and frozen frontlines. Read the latest updates.
Probation officer admits relationship with Belmarsh prisoner
A probation officer has pleaded guilty to misconduct for an inappropriate relationship with an inmate at HMP Belmarsh. She will be sentenced in February. Read the full details.
UK's £14m Atlantic Bastion to Defend Undersea Cables
The UK unveils its Atlantic Bastion programme, a £14m AI and autonomous vehicle project to protect critical undersea infrastructure from Russian threats. Read the full details.
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