London homeless shelter protocol halted in -9°C freeze
London councils deactivated severe weather shelter for rough sleepers as a -9°C arctic blast hit. Charities brand the move 'life-threatening' amid snow and ice warnings.
Category : Politics
Woman accused of killing girls with poisoned raspberries arrested
A businesswoman wanted for the murder of two schoolgirls in Colombia has been detained in London following a dramatic rescue from the River Thames. Read the latest on the extradition case.
School closure rules for snow and cold temperatures explained
As snow disrupts UK schools, we explain the legal temperature rules for closures and what parents should expect. Stay informed on the latest weather warnings.
Palestine Action hunger strikers' health deteriorates critically
Heba Muraisi, on day 65 of a hunger strike, and Kamran Ahmed, on day 58, are in a critical phase with severe symptoms. A doctor warns their condition could decline irreversibly. Read the latest.
Angela Constance breached ministerial code, probe finds
An independent investigation has found Scotland's Justice Secretary Angela Constance 'unintentionally' breached the ministerial code. Read the full details and the political fallout here.
Trump renews call for US to take over Greenland
Donald Trump has again stated the US should acquire Greenland from Denmark for national security. We're seeking views from residents of the autonomous territory on this renewed proposal.
George Conway Runs for Congress as New York Democrat
George Conway, the conservative lawyer and ex-husband of Kellyanne Conway, launches a Democratic bid for a New York congressional seat, vowing to fight Trump's influence.
450+ UK Postcodes Get £25 DWP Cold Weather Payments
Over 674,000 households across England and Wales are eligible for a £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment as temperatures plummet. Check if your postcode is on the full list.
Venezuela's Machado vows return, rejects interim leader
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado pledges to return home, rejecting the authority of the US-backed interim president. She praises Trump's actions against Maduro as the country faces a state of emergency.
Angela Constance breached ministerial code, probe finds
An independent investigation found Scotland's Justice Secretary Angela Constance unintentionally broke the ministerial code. She will face a formal reprimand and address Holyrood.
Fleet Street Editor Bill Hagerty Dies Aged 86
Bill Hagerty, a revered Fleet Street editor and staunch defender of press freedom whose career spanned 70 years, has died at 86. Read his remarkable story.
Israel pushes vast West Bank settlement, imperilling Palestine
Israel quietly tenders 3,401 homes in the E1 West Bank settlement, a move experts say aims to 'bury' a Palestinian state. Construction could start within a year.
FIFA World Cup 2026 faces major hacktivist cyber threat
Experts warn the 2026 FIFA World Cup is a prime target for anti-Western hacktivists, with DDoS attacks threatening broadcasts and fan services. Learn about the cybersecurity risks.
US House GOP Majority Shrinks After LaMalfa Death
The death of California Republican Doug LaMalfa, 65, tightens the GOP's House majority to 218-213, complicating their legislative agenda. Read the full story.
20 Years After Honour Killing, Fight for Banaz's Law
Two decades after Banaz Mahmod's murder, her sister Bekhal campaigns for a new UK law to tackle honour-based abuse. Will the government finally act?
Trump's Arctic Ambition Reveals NATO's US Reliance
Analysis: Donald Trump's serious interest in Greenland highlights a stark truth for NATO allies. European defence capabilities are dangerously compromised by overreliance on American military might. Read the full report.
London Ice Warning: Yellow Alert for Wednesday
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for ice across London from midnight until 10am on Wednesday, 7th January. Icy surfaces pose a risk of slips and falls. Read the latest travel advice.
Lambeth Country Show cancelled amid £1.1m cost dispute
Labour-run Lambeth Council cancels the 2026 Lambeth Country Show, citing a £1.1m cost. Lib Dems brand the decision 'shocking', arguing it could run for £400k. Read the full story.
Epstein Files: 1% Released, 8-Year Wait for Full Disclosure
The US Department of Justice has disclosed a mere fraction of Jeffrey Epstein documents, with millions more under review. Political outrage grows over delays and alleged redactions.
Cabinet Ministers Targeted by Grok AI Bikini Deepfakes
Two senior UK Cabinet ministers have been depicted in AI-generated bikini images without consent, prompting urgent Ofcom talks with X and xAI. Read the full story on the disturbing rise of non-consensual deepfakes.
Less Than 1% of Epstein Files Released by DOJ
The US Justice Department has published under 1% of Jeffrey Epstein documents, missing a legal deadline. Democrats accuse the Trump administration of 'lawlessness'.
Musk's Political Return: Renewed Trump Bromance
Elon Musk is diving back into US politics, renewing ties with Donald Trump and funding Republicans. Experts warn his influence could have devastating global consequences. Read the full analysis.
Murderer loses parole bid after rapping about crime
Jake Fahri, jailed for killing Jimmy Mizen, denied release after boasting in rap lyrics. Parole Board approves open prison transfer. Read the full story.
Trump's Arctic Land Grab Threat Reveals NATO Weakness
Analysis: Donald Trump's serious threat to seize Greenland from Denmark highlights a stark reality—European NATO allies are too reliant on US military might to stop him. A final wake-up call for the UK and Europe.
GOP Senators Push Back on Pentagon Censure of Mark Kelly
Senior Republican senators Susan Collins and Thom Tillis criticise Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's attempt to censure and demote Democratic Senator Mark Kelly over a political video. Read the latest on this US Senate clash.
Starmer warns Trump over Greenland in sign of icy relations
PM Keir Starmer aligns with EU leaders to defend Denmark's sovereignty over Greenland, marking his strongest opposition yet to President Trump's foreign policy. This diplomatic clash adds pressure amid Labour's polling woes.
UN condemns US strikes on Venezuela as 'crime of aggression'
The US faced widespread condemnation at the UN Security Council for its military action in Venezuela. Key allies and adversaries joined forces to denounce the attack, calling it a dangerous precedent.
Cilia Flores: The Power Behind Venezuela's Maduro
Cilia Flores, wife of Nicolás Maduro, was far more than Venezuela's first lady. As the couple face US narco-terrorism charges, we examine her pivotal role as the regime's key strategist.
Analysis: The Surprise Over Trump's Venezuela Coup
Simon Jenkins argues the US intervention in Caracas follows a long history of American military action, despite promises of isolationism. Read the full analysis.
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.
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