Sutton Councillor Quits Lib Dems Over 'Toxic' Culture
Patrick Ogbonna resigns from the Liberal Democrats, citing a 'toxic' environment, racism, and an obsessive focus on leafleting targets ahead of local elections.
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Harrow Council Tax Rises 4.99%: Where Your Money Will Go
Harrow Council approves maximum 4.99% council tax increase for 2026-27, with budget allocating funds to housing, road improvements, and antisocial behavior crackdowns.
DWP 'Resistance' Blamed for Carer's Allowance Crisis Failure
Liz Sayce, head of the carer's allowance inquiry, criticizes DWP 'forces of resistance' for undermining reforms and minimizing systemic failures affecting unpaid carers.
Edinburgh Stabbing Suspect Faces Court on Attempted Murder Charges
Mustafa Kokoneh, 23, appeared in Edinburgh Sheriff Court charged with two attempted murders and multiple other offenses following a violent incident in the Calder neighborhood.
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Brent's £8m Fund to Support 22,000 Families in Need
Brent Council receives £7.8m government grant to launch Crisis and Resilience Fund, providing financial assistance for food, utilities, rent, and long-term support to prevent future hardship.
House Opens Inquiry into Texas Lawmaker Over Alleged Affair
The House ethics committee has launched an investigation into Republican representative Tony Gonzales over allegations of sexual misconduct and discrimination involving a former aide who died by suicide.
Newsom Calls Israel 'Apartheid State' in Iran War Remarks
California Governor Gavin Newsom sharply criticizes Israel's leadership and US military partnership during book tour, calling Israel 'an apartheid state' while condemning Trump's Iran strike decision.
Cartoon Satirizes Trump's Influence on UK Politics
A new political cartoon by Nicola Jennings critiques Donald Trump's impact on UK politics, depicting Keir Starmer in a satirical light amidst transatlantic tensions.
Ex-Royal Marine, Border Force Officer Accused of Spying for China
A former Royal Marine and a UK Border Force officer allegedly spied on Hong Kong dissidents in Britain under China's direction, conducting 'shadow policing operations' including surveillance and deception.
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Mahmood's Immigration Reforms: Labour's Election Gamble
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces radical immigration reforms in a Sky News interview, positioning them as crucial for Labour's survival amid polling crises and public discontent over asylum and small boats.
Trump's Iran War Splits His Supporters Over Campaign Vows
Donald Trump's military action in Iran has divided his supporters, with some praising the intervention while others fear another endless conflict, contradicting his 2024 campaign promise to 'stop wars'.
UK Study Visa Ban Could Drive More Small Boat Crossings
Campaigners warn that banning student visas from Sudan, Afghanistan, Myanmar, and Cameroon will force asylum seekers to use dangerous Channel routes instead of legal pathways.
US Claims Air Superiority Over Iran as Strikes Escalate
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asserts US will control Iranian airspace within days, citing massive strikes and civilian casualties amid escalating conflict.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Keeps London Honor Despite Scandal
The former prince will retain the Freedom of the City of London honor after a review determined it cannot be removed due to inheritance rules, despite his royal titles being stripped.
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Labour Urged to Reform £100K Tax Trap for HENRYs
New research reveals high marginal tax rates and frozen childcare thresholds are preventing High Earners Not Rich Yet from investing, with 82% altering behavior to avoid crossing £100,000 income.
US 'Investigating' Strike on Iranian Girls' School, Hegseth Evasive
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was evasive when questioned about a deadly airstrike on a girls' school in Minab, Iran, stating only that the US is 'investigating' the incident. Iranian officials report at least 165 students killed, with the UN calling
Merz's Washington Visit Amid Trump's Middle East Conflict
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz faced a diplomatic high-wire act during his Washington meeting with Donald Trump, as Europe grapples with the economic and security fallout from the Middle East conflict.
Starmer Refuses to Reveal Defence Investment Plan Date
Prime Minister Keir Starmer declined to specify when the government's defence investment plan will be published, as Kemi Badenoch criticized spending pace amid Middle East tensions.
Palace Worker Removes Virginia Giuffre Memorial Plaque
A gardener at Buckingham Palace removed a memorial plaque honoring Virginia Giuffre, placed by activists to honor her fight against Jeffrey Epstein and Prince Andrew.
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Labour MP's Husband Arrested in China Spy Probe
The husband of Labour MP Joani Reid is one of three men detained by Metropolitan Police under the National Security Act on suspicion of spying for China.
Starmer: UK Nationals in Middle East Are Top Priority
Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized during PMQs that safeguarding UK citizens in the Middle East is the government's foremost concern, while addressing criticism over his stance on the conflict.
Europe's Fighter Jet Project at Risk in Dassault-Airbus Row
Dassault Aviation warns the €100bn Future Combat Air System could be 'dead' if Airbus refuses cooperation, threatening Europe's next-generation defense project.
Duo Acted as 'Shadow Police' for China in UK, Court Told
Two dual nationals are on trial at the Old Bailey for allegedly conducting surveillance and intelligence gathering on behalf of Hong Kong authorities, targeting pro-democracy figures and politicians in the UK.
Iranian Missile Hits Container Ship, Crew Abandons in Strait of Hormuz
A Maltese-flagged container ship was struck by an Iranian missile in the Strait of Hormuz, forcing the crew to abandon ship. The incident raises concerns about global oil shipments through this critical waterway.
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Starmer's EU Reset Stalls: Four Steps to Revive UK-Europe Ties
MPs warn Keir Starmer's plan to improve UK-EU relations lacks direction. Here are four clear actions, from food deals to youth mobility, to jumpstart the Brexit reset and boost the economy.
Ex-Gamekeeper Appeals Murder Conviction After Life Sentence
David Campbell, 77, convicted of murdering ex-colleague Brian Low in Perthshire, plans to appeal his life sentence. The case involved a getaway on an e-bike and police errors.
Half of Americans Back Abolishing ICE, Poll Shows
A new YouGov poll reveals 50% of Americans support dismantling ICE as opposition to Trump's immigration policies grows amid government shutdown and protests.
Starmer Defends UK Iran Stance, Clashes with Badenoch
Prime Minister Keir Starmer told MPs that 'hanging on to President Trump's latest words is not the special relationship' after criticism of his handling of the Iran conflict, as he faced attacks from opposition leader Kemi Badenoch during PMQs.
Grenfell Handprint Wall Saved from Demolition by Families
A haunting wall bearing handprints of Grenfell Tower victims has been preserved after bereaved families filed legal action, halting demolition in key areas of the disaster site.
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Irish MP's Viral Speech on Colonial History Sparks Debate
Thomas Gould's parliamentary address on Ireland's colonial past and Caribbean ties has ignited discussions on historical accountability and modern diplomacy.
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