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.
Category : Politics
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.
NSW Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane Unveils New Shadow Cabinet
NSW Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane announces a renewed shadow cabinet, betting on fresh faces to revive the Coalition's fortunes ahead of the state election. Discover the strategy and hurdles ahead.
Ministers warned over meetings with watchlisted lobbyist
NSW ministers have been instructed not to meet alone with prominent lobbyist Eamonn Fitzpatrick or his firm, EJF Advisory, after it was placed on a watchlist for breaches of the lobbying code. Learn about the details and political connections involved.
Ukraine conflict raises Asia-Pacific war risk, experts warn
European military leaders warn tactics from Russia's war could be replicated in the Indo-Pacific. Australia must prepare for drone warfare and new threats, say experts.
Protester detained over 'intifada' jacket in Sydney
A 53-year-old woman was arrested at a Sydney protest for wearing a 'globalise the intifada' jacket. Released without charge, she claims police overreach as NSW considers new hate speech laws. Read the full story.
Deeming faces preselection challenge in Victorian Liberal shake-up
Exclusive: Victorian Liberal MPs Moira Deeming and Ann-Marie Hermans face internal preselection challenges ahead of the November state election. Key figures and factions clash for upper house spots.
Teacher arrested after praising Maduro in TV interview
A 22-year-old preschool teacher was detained by police moments after giving a television interview in support of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. Read the full story on the controversial arrest and the ongoing US-Venezuela tensions.
UK Storm Goretti: Snow and Wind Warnings Issued
The UK's first named storm of 2026, Storm Goretti, is set to bring heavy snow and severe coastal gales. The Met Office has issued new weather warnings following the coldest night of winter.
Brexit Reset Bill Sparks Fresh Parliamentary Clash
A new bill to enact the UK-EU 'reset' deal will reignite fierce Brexit debates in Parliament. Discover the key points of contention and the potential £9bn economic impact.
AI Scam Uses Fake Princess Leonor Videos on TikTok
The Princess of Asturias Foundation warns of a sophisticated TikTok fraud using AI-generated videos of Spain's future queen to solicit money. Learn how the scam works and the official response.
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