Cannabis seed ban could fuel £1.2bn black market, growers warn
UK government's proposed ban on cannabis seeds faces fierce opposition from growers, who warn it will fuel a £1.2bn black market and harm medical patients. Read the full story.
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Palestinian Embassy in London Demands Security After Attack
Ambassador Husam Zomlot calls for 'comprehensive protection' after masked men waving Israeli and Union flags defaced the London embassy, calling it a breach of diplomatic law.
Labour bars trans women from main 2026 women's conference
Labour will bar trans women from the main hall of its 2026 women's conference, denying voting rights. The party seeks a legal compromise after a Supreme Court ruling.
Animal Rising activist defends beagle 'rescue' in court
An activist on trial for burglary tells Cambridge Crown Court he broke into a breeding facility to save beagles from 'disgusting' conditions and painful testing. Read the full court testimony.
Meghan contacts father Thomas Markle after surgery
The Duchess of Sussex has made contact with her father, Thomas Markle, following his leg amputation in the Philippines. Read the latest on their estrangement and the family's hopes for reconciliation.
Political Candidates Satirised in Rebecca Hendin's Cartoon
Cartoonist Rebecca Hendin skewers political candidates in a sharp new illustration. Explore the satire and its commentary on modern electioneering.
Trump's White America Fantasy and Racist Panic
Analysis: Trump's attacks on immigrants and reproductive rights aim to reverse demographic change. This cruelty cannot stop a future where the US is no longer majority white.
Russia Strikes Ukraine Overnight During Miami Peace Talks
Russia launched a wave of overnight attacks across Ukraine, targeting energy and civilian sites, while diplomatic efforts continue in Miami. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Lambeth Country Show cancelled after council legal U-turn
Lambeth Council has cancelled the free Lambeth Country Show to allow Mighty Hoopla and other festivals to proceed in Brockwell Park, following a High Court ruling on event days. Read the full story.
Nigel Farage racism allegations deepen as election looms
Former classmates accuse Reform UK leader Nigel Farage of antisemitic and racist behaviour at school. As pressure mounts, will it impact voters? Read the full investigation.
Green Leader Zack Polanski on Idris Elba and Climate Fears
Green Party leader Zack Polanski reveals his celebrity crush on Idris Elba, his fear of a Reform government, and why he hasn't finished Greta Thunberg's book. Exclusive interview insights.
London councils spend £555m on private firms in 2024
Exclusive report reveals London councils' £555m reliance on consultants and outsourcing firms for basic services, raising democratic concerns. Read the full investigation.
11 killed in South African hostel shooting
At least 11 people, including a three-year-old child, were killed in a brutal attack on a hostel in Pretoria. Police are hunting three suspects linked to violence at illegal bars.
60 delivery drivers deported in Home Office crackdown
The Home Office is deporting 60 food delivery drivers for illegal work. Ministers push for tougher checks on platforms like Deliveroo. Read the latest on UK immigration enforcement.
EU chief calls US 'biggest ally' despite far-right policy paper
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas responds to a Trump-era US policy paper supporting Europe's far-right, insisting the US remains Europe's primary ally. Read the full analysis.
Police Officer Jailed for £50k Burglary and Harassment
A serving City of London Police officer has been sentenced to over three years for stealing £50,000 in a burglary and harassing his partner. Read the full details of the case.
911 call leads to arrest of CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione
The 911 call from a McDonald's manager that led to the arrest of Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has been made public. Listen to the audio.
Chernobyl shelter damaged, can't block radiation
The protective shelter at Chernobyl has lost its ability to contain radioactive material after a Russian drone attack, the UN's nuclear watchdog confirms. Read the latest on the safety crisis.
NATO's Largest Cyber War Game Tests Russian Threat Response
NATO staged its biggest-ever cyber war game in Tallinn, simulating crippling attacks on civilian and military infrastructure. Discover how allies prepared for the digital battlefield.
Swinney: Scotland needs immigration for workforce
First Minister John Swinney mounts a robust defence of migration's economic benefits as support for Reform UK grows ahead of May's Holyrood election. Read his full argument.
Trump Strategy: Europe Faces 'Civilisational Erasure'
A new US National Security Strategy outlines a dramatic 'America First' foreign policy shift, warning Europe could be 'unrecognisable' due to migration. Read the key details.
Farage's Scottish Surge as Reform UK Gains Ground
Nigel Farage returns to Scotland for a sold-out Reform UK event, capitalising on rising anti-immigration sentiment in towns like Falkirk. Analysis of a shifting political landscape.
North London off-licence raided over illegal tobacco sales
A Kentish Town off-licence owner faces losing his premises licence after police found illegal tobacco hidden in a lollipop holder and staff sold alcohol to a minor. Read the full investigation details.
HMRC warns Christmas side hustle sellers on tax
HMRC issues a festive warning to individuals selling goods online this Christmas. Learn about the £1,000 trading allowance and how to avoid a tax bill.
Sweden reports weekly Russian submarine sightings in Baltic
Sweden's navy encounters Russian submarines almost weekly in the Baltic, with fears of increased activity post-Ukraine ceasefire. Read the latest on regional security.
Labour's secret talks on rejoining EU customs union
Exclusive: Keir Starmer's government holds informal discussions on rejoining the EU customs union to boost economic growth, with GDP potentially rising 2.2%.
Mum awarded £5k after council failings led to rough sleeping
A North London mother received £5,250 compensation after Brent Council's errors left her and her children without a home for over a year. Read the full Ombudsman report.
Greenwich Council sells car parks amid budget crisis
Greenwich Council is selling three underused car parks to raise funds for essential services, sparking backlash from local businesses and shoppers. Public auction set for December 11.
Pension Error Forces Retiree to Repay £25,000
A retired UK civil servant must repay over £25,000 after a pension scheme miscalculation. Discover the implications for public sector retirees and how to check your pension.
Gaza's 'Ceasefire' Sees 360+ Killed, Life Not Normal
A US-brokered ceasefire in Gaza has failed to stop the bloodshed, with over 360 Palestinians killed since October. Families remain trapped in dire conditions as Israel's 'yellow line' hardens into a permanent partition. Read the full report.
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