Mandelson-Epstein Scandal: A New Profumo for Starmer?
Political parallels emerge as Sir Keir Starmer faces a crisis over Peter Mandelson's links to Jeffrey Epstein, drawing comparisons to the 1960s Profumo affair that brought down a government.
Category : Political Scandals
Epstein Emails Show #MeToo Backlash Among Elite
Newly released documents reveal Jeffrey Epstein's extensive involvement in efforts to counter the #MeToo movement, with numerous high-profile figures seeking his advice on managing allegations.
Trump Accused of Racism Over Obama Monkey Video
Donald Trump sparks outrage by sharing a video on Truth Social that depicts Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys, with critics condemning it as racist behaviour.
Vet Jailed for 31 Years for Summer Camp Child Abuse
Jon Ruben, a 76-year-old former vet, has been sentenced to 23 years and 10 months in prison, plus an extended licence period, for drugging and sexually assaulting young boys at Christian summer camps.
Mayfair Restaurateur Guilty of Drink Spiking
Vikas Nath, owner of Michelin-starred Benares, found guilty of spiking a woman's drink with GBL at Annabel's. Hidden camera and drugs found at his Knightsbridge home.
Restaurateur Guilty of Drink Spiking at London Club
Vikas Nath, a 63-year-old restaurant owner, has been convicted of spiking a woman's drink with GBL at Annabel's private members' club in Mayfair, London.
Trump's $500m UAE Crypto Deal: A Scandal Ignored
A $500 million UAE investment in a Trump family crypto startup, signed just before his 2025 inauguration, highlights unprecedented presidential profiteering with minimal political fallout in Washington.
Trump Posts Racist Video Showing Obamas as Apes
Donald Trump faces widespread condemnation after sharing a video on Truth Social that depicts Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, amplifying false election claims.
Epstein Scandal: Distraction from Misogyny
Marina Hyde critiques how political fallout overshadows the core issue of mass abuse of women and girls in the Epstein case, highlighting societal avoidance.
Trump Posts AI Video of Obamas as Apes
Donald Trump faces backlash after sharing an AI-generated video showing Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, with critics condemning it as racist content.
Mandelson Resigns Over Epstein Files Revelations
Labour veteran Lord Peter Mandelson has resigned from the party and the House of Lords after Epstein files revealed his ties to the financier, including alleged leaks and payments.
RFK Jr Samoa Trip Emails Undermine Vaccine Denial
Newly revealed emails show US embassy staff helped arrange Robert F Kennedy Jr's 2019 Samoa visit, contradicting his testimony that it had 'nothing to do with vaccines' ahead of a deadly measles outbreak.
Trump Posts Racist Video Showing Obamas as Monkeys
Donald Trump posted a racist video on Truth Social depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys, part of a series of election conspiracy claims that has drawn widespread condemnation.
Ray Mouton, Clergy Abuse Advocate, Dies at 78
Ray Mouton, a pivotal figure in exposing Catholic clergy abuse, has passed away aged 78. His legal work and advocacy brought justice to victims and transformed church accountability.
Maxwell Prison Footage Emerges in Epstein Files
Surveillance video shows Ghislaine Maxwell in her prison cell, released as part of the latest Epstein documents. The footage captures her daily routine while awaiting trial.
Epstein's 'Man in the Palace': Andrew's Aide's Ties
Newly released documents reveal David Stern, a former aide to Prince Andrew, acted as Jeffrey Epstein's key contact within the palace, facilitating meetings and messages until 2019.
Tony Mokbel Release and Lawyer X Scandal Fallout
Tony Mokbel, a key figure in the Melbourne underworld, has been released from prison, reigniting scrutiny over the Lawyer X scandal and its impact on legal ethics in Australia.
Ex-Priest Indicted for Child Rape in New Orleans
Mark Francis Ford faces nine charges for allegedly raping a disabled boy while serving as a Catholic priest in New Orleans, reigniting the city's clergy abuse scandal.
Prisons Inherently Enforce Violence, Says Inquest
Inquest's casework demonstrates that prisons systematically enforce violence, degradation and dehumanisation, with homicides revealing institutional failures rather than individual acts.
Epstein Files Dehumanise Victims Again
The release of the Epstein files is causing renewed trauma for victims, as public focus shifts from their suffering to sensational details, undermining their humanity.
Epstein Files Reveal Bannon's European Political Maneuvering
Newly released Jeffrey Epstein documents reveal Steve Bannon's attempts to secure funding for European far-right parties including Marine Le Pen and Matteo Salvini before 2019 elections.
Scotland Rejects Trans Women in Men's Prisons Over Identity
The Scottish government has ruled against placing trans women in men's prisons, arguing it would deny their gender identity, sparking debate on prison policy and transgender rights.
Furnish Calls Daily Mail Hacks an 'Abomination'
David Furnish accuses Associated Newspapers of unlawful information gathering, claiming he and Elton John felt 'violated' by the Daily Mail's alleged phone interceptions and private investigations.
Adani's $600k LNP Donation Hidden via Loophole
Adani donated over $600,000 to Queensland's Liberal National party before the 2024 state election, exploiting a federal disclosure loophole to avoid real-time reporting.
Fossil Fuel Firms Gave $10M to Australian Parties
Analysis of Australian Electoral Commission data reveals fossil fuel and resources companies donated $10 million to major political parties and campaign groups in the 2024-25 financial year ahead of the 2025 election.
Spain Hits Back at Telegram's Durov on Social Media Ban Plan
Spanish authorities have issued a firm response to Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, after he criticised plans for a social media ban. The government defends its proposal as a measure to combat misinformation and protect public safety.
Duke of Marlborough Charged with Coercive Behaviour and Strangulation
Charles James Spencer-Churchill, the 12th Duke of Marlborough, has appeared at Oxford Crown Court to face allegations of controlling or coercive behaviour and three counts of intentional strangulation against his estranged wife.
Mandelson-Epstein Scandal: Police Probe Double Life
Peter Mandelson faces police investigation after Epstein files reveal he shared sensitive government information with the convicted paedophile while serving as a senior minister.
Starmer Apologises to Epstein Victims Over Mandelson
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has issued a public apology to Jeffrey Epstein's victims for believing Peter Mandelson's 'lies' and appointing him as US ambassador.
Bizarre Bannon-Epstein Interview in New Files
A newly released video shows Steve Bannon interviewing Jeffrey Epstein, discussing topics from finance to philosophy, with strange moments and little focus on Epstein's crimes.
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