Peterborough man jailed for 25 years for child rape
Pramod Dhakal, 49, abused his trusted community role to rape and assault seven girls and a woman. He was convicted of 25 sexual offences. Read the full story.
Category : Politics
Farage Denies Tory Pact, Eyes 'Reverse Takeover'
Nigel Farage rejects a Financial Times report of a potential pre-election pact with the Conservatives, but his nuanced comments suggest a future realignment of the right. Read the full analysis.
Ukraine Peace Talks Fail as Putin Warns of War with Europe
High-stakes Moscow talks between the US and Russia yield no breakthrough on Ukraine. Putin issues stark war warning to Europe as NATO ministers convene in Brussels.
Who is behind the Farage-Tory pact plot?
Reports of a potential deal between Nigel Farage's Reform UK and the Conservatives spark debate. Could this pact reshape the right of British politics? Listen to the latest analysis.
Rafah Crossing to Open for Gaza Residents to Enter Egypt
Israel announces the Rafah border crossing will open imminently, allowing Gazans to cross into Egypt under a EU-supervised mechanism. Read the latest updates.
Switch Your Cash ISA for a Better Rate: A 2025 Guide
Don't let your savings languish. Our step-by-step guide explains how to transfer your Cash ISA to a higher-paying account without losing its tax-free status. Act now to boost your interest.
Assisted Dying Bill Delayed by Lords' 1,100+ Amendments
A widower who accompanied his wife to Dignitas accuses peers of filibustering the assisted dying bill, creating bureaucratic trauma for the terminally ill. Read his powerful plea for change.
Farage: Tories 'No National Party' After May, Eyes Reform Deal
Nigel Farage tells donors a pact with the Conservatives is 'inevitable', despite official denials from both sides. He predicts a Tory collapse and a 'reverse takeover'. Read the full report.
Report slams 'shambolic' handling of China spy case collapse
A parliamentary report blames 'shambolic' Whitehall decisions and poor communication for the collapse of the prosecution against two alleged Chinese spies. Read the damning findings.
Man to sue police after arrest for US gun photo
A Yorkshire IT consultant was arrested in the UK over a photo of him legally holding a gun in Florida. He plans to sue police and leave the country. Read the full story.
Putin Rejects Peace Plan, FIFA Changes World Cup Ticket Policy
Russian President Vladimir Putin accuses Europe of hindering peace. FIFA scales back dynamic pricing for 2026 World Cup tickets. Plus, the definitive best Christmas film is named. Get the day's top stories in our concise news roundup.
Bruce Lehrmann loses defamation appeal in federal court
Bruce Lehrmann's appeal against a defamation ruling has been dismissed. The federal court found he knew Brittany Higgins did not consent. Read the key takeaways.
Crossbench fury over Labour's 'undemocratic' FOI changes
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.
South Korea imposes martial law as President calls for unity
South Korea's President declares nationwide martial law, urging national unity. Get the latest on the political crisis, military deployment, and international reaction.
Ukraine Peace Talks Stall, Putin Demands Surrender
US-brokered peace talks between Russia and Ukraine hit a wall as Vladimir Putin refuses compromise. Analysis reveals the Kremlin's strategy and the controversial role of Trump's envoy.
Kate Middleton's Letter to Community Heroes Before Carols
The Princess of Wales has written a moving letter to guests of her Together At Christmas service, honouring those making an 'extraordinary difference'. The event airs on ITV.
Myanmar conflict drives 18% rise in opium farming
The ongoing civil war in Myanmar has triggered an 18% annual increase in opium poppy cultivation, reshaping global narcotics supply chains and funding armed groups. Read the full analysis.
British Politics Stuck in the Past, Paralyzed by Fear
Analysis reveals how fear of the future has left UK politics trapped in past debates, stifling progress on major challenges. Discover the roots of this national paralysis.
Report: Jailing marginalised women ruins lives, harms children
A new report reveals the devastating impact of imprisoning vulnerable women in the UK. It's a feminist issue that demands urgent justice reform. Read the full findings.
Hillsborough report: 97 unlawfully killed, no accountability
The final IOPC report into the 1989 Hillsborough disaster confirms 97 people were unlawfully killed, but no one will face disciplinary action. Families speak of closure but not justice.
OBR's Long-Term Debt Warnings Threaten UK Economy
Beyond the public feud with Chancellor Rachel Reeves, the OBR's reports reveal a perilous long-term fiscal outlook for the UK, with high debt and demographic pressures risking financial stability. Read the full analysis.
Victoria to make coercive control a standalone offence
The Victorian government will legislate to make coercive control a criminal offence in 2026, matching an opposition pledge. Read the details of this major policy shift.
Majority of Londoners say Khan should not run again
Exclusive polling reveals most London voters believe Sadiq Khan should not seek a fourth term as Mayor in 2028, with many unhappy with the city's direction. Read the full analysis.
London Poll: Khan's Future in Doubt as Polanski Gains
Exclusive polling reveals Londoners' discontent with the city's direction and Sadiq Khan's leadership, while Green Party's Zack Polanski emerges as a potential mayoral contender. Discover the key issues and surprising voter sentiment.
Labour's Pension Tax & Investment Mandate Sparks Outcry
Labour faces backlash over a £5bn tax raid on salary sacrifice pensions and new powers to mandate fund investments, with critics warning of a 'war on savers'. Read the full analysis.
Public patience with Labour runs out over budget, poll shows
Exclusive City AM polling reveals deep public discontent with Labour's budget, with most seeing tax threshold freezes as a broken manifesto promise. Discover the full fallout.
Report finds systemic failures in collapsed China spy case
A damning parliamentary report reveals 'systemic failures' led to the collapse of a major China espionage trial, warning the issues could be repeated. Read the full findings.
UN Alarms Over Pakistan Constitution & Imran Khan's Fate
Sky News podcast analyses Pakistan's political crisis, UN concerns over constitutional changes, and Imran Khan's imprisonment. Plus, latest on Ukraine peace talks.
Sydney Crime Raid: $12m Assets Seized, Six Arrested
NSW police have arrested six people and seized luxury cars worth millions, including a Rolls-Royce and Lamborghini, in a major organised crime operation. Read the full details.
ATO Targets $5.3bn in 'On-Hold' Tax Debts in New Drive
The Australian Tax Office has relaunched a campaign to recover $5.3bn from 325,000 taxpayers, including debts dating back to 2017. Read about the revised scheme and its implications.
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