Starmer Confident Despite Two Top Aides Quitting in 24 Hours
Prime Minister Keir Starmer remains defiant as two senior aides resign within 24 hours over the Lord Mandelson appointment scandal, with Labour MPs calling for his resignation.
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Starmer Not Resigning as Aides Quit Over Mandelson Scandal
Prime Minister Keir Starmer remains 'upbeat' and focused on governing despite the resignations of two senior Downing Street aides amid the Peter Mandelson controversy.
Keir Starmer Not Resigning, Downing Street Confirms
Downing Street has confirmed Prime Minister Keir Starmer will not resign, following the departure of two senior aides including Chief of Staff Morgan McSweeney.
Man Admits Killing Sister in South London Home
A 62-year-old man has pleaded guilty to manslaughter after fatally stabbing his 57-year-old sister at their Greenland Quay home in Rotherhithe, South London.
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Starmer's Comms Chief Quits in Mandelson Fallout
Tim Allan resigns as PM's communications director amid deepening crisis over Lord Mandelson's links to Jeffrey Epstein, marking the fifth such departure in 18 months.
Takaichi Wins Supermajority, Pivots Japan's Policy Direction
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi secures a commanding two-thirds supermajority in snap election, enabling assertive economic and foreign policy shifts with significant market implications.
Tim Allan Steps Down as Starmer's Communications Chief
Keir Starmer's director of communications, Tim Allan, has resigned after just five months, following the departure of chief of staff Morgan McSweeney amid a row over Peter Mandelson's ambassadorial appointment.
Can Starmer Survive Without McSweeney?
Following Morgan McSweeney's resignation over Peter Mandelson's appointment, Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a crucial week. The Politics At Sam And Anne's podcast analyses Labour's reaction and Starmer's leadership challenges.
Trump Criticises Bad Bunny's Spanish Super Bowl Performance
Donald Trump has condemned Bad Bunny's historic Spanish-language Super Bowl halftime show as 'absolutely terrible' and 'an affront to America' in a Truth Social post.
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Starmer's Future: PM Tenure After Adviser Resignations
Analysis of how long prime ministers typically remain in office after key advisers quit, following Morgan McSweeney's resignation from Keir Starmer's team amid the Mandelson-Epstein scandal.
Portugal Elects Socialist President as Far-Right Hits Record
António José Seguro wins Portugal's presidential election with 66.8% of votes, defeating far-right rival André Ventura whose Chega party secured a record 33.2% share.
Harlesden Incident: Woman Critical, Man Arrested
A woman in her 30s is fighting for life after a serious incident in Harlesden. A man in his 40s, known to her, has been arrested and remains in custody.
Starmer's Future, Super Bowl, Social Media Trial
Your morning news debrief: Sir Keir Starmer battles for survival, Seattle Seahawks win Super Bowl, and social media companies face landmark trial in Los Angeles.
Gordon Brown: A Different Kind of Politician
A new biography by James Macintyre reveals Gordon Brown as a complex figure of exceptional vision and moral purpose, contrasting sharply with modern politics.
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Welsh Politics in Flux as Labour Faces Historic Defeat
Labour's century-long dominance in Wales is under severe threat as May's Senedd elections approach, with polls suggesting a seismic realignment towards Plaid Cymru and Reform UK.
Starmer's Crisis, Social Media Trial, 'Vampire' Reconstructed
Sir Keir Starmer faces political turmoil after his chief of staff resigns over the Mandelson scandal. In Los Angeles, a landmark trial accuses social media firms of being addictive by design. Plus, science reconstructs the face of a 17th-century 'vampire'
Starmer's Mandelson Choice Shows Epstein-Style Contempt
Keir Starmer's decision to appoint Peter Mandelson reveals a political culture that prioritises power over principle, mirroring the contempt for women seen in Jeffrey Epstein's network.
Mandelson's Fall Exposes Labour Factionalism
The collapse of Peter Mandelson's diplomatic career over Jeffrey Epstein links reveals deeper factional divisions within Keir Starmer's Labour government, with critics questioning its ideological coherence.
Taylor to Challenge Ley for Liberal Leadership After Polling Disaster
Angus Taylor is expected to challenge Sussan Ley for the Liberal leadership within days following disastrous polling showing the Coalition's primary vote at a historic low of 18%.
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Starmer Leadership Crisis After Chief of Staff Resigns
Prime Minister Keir Starmer battles for political survival after his chief of staff resigned over the Peter Mandelson appointment scandal, facing growing calls to step down.
McSweeney Quits as Starmer's Chief of Staff Over Mandelson-Epstein Scandal
Morgan McSweeney has resigned as Keir Starmer's chief of staff after facing criticism over the appointment of Lord Peter Mandelson, who has links to Jeffrey Epstein. UK newspapers explore the political crisis.
Coalition Reunites: Sussan Ley's Leadership Under Threat
The Australian Coalition has reunited after Liberals and Nationals struck a weekend deal, but Sussan Ley faces a looming leadership battle amid unresolved internal tensions.
Democrats to Stop Trump's Election 'Steal' Attempt
House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries pledges to prevent Donald Trump from interfering in midterm elections, citing constitutional safeguards and ongoing legal battles.
Christchurch Gunman Appeals Convictions and Guilty Plea
Australian white supremacist Brenton Tarrant, who murdered 51 people in the 2019 Christchurch mosque attacks, is appealing his convictions and seeking to withdraw his guilty plea in New Zealand's Court of Appeal.
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Starmer's Chief of Staff Quits Over Mandelson Row
Morgan McSweeney resigns as Sir Keir Starmer's chief of staff, taking responsibility for advising the PM to appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador amid Epstein scandal revelations.
Japan's PM Takaichi Wins Landslide, Alters Regional Stability
Sanae Takaichi's decisive election victory grants her a supermajority, enabling constitutional changes and increased defence spending, while China watches warily.
Thailand's Bhumjaithai Leads Election, Coalition Expected
Thailand's incumbent Bhumjaithai party leads early election results with 194 seats, but falls short of a majority, making coalition talks inevitable as rival parties trail behind.
Coalition Reunites, Leadership Spill Speculation Grows
The Coalition has reunited after a three-week split, regaining opposition bench privileges, while leadership spill rumours intensify. Israeli President Isaac Herzog's Sydney visit sparks internal Labor concerns.
Starmer Fights for Control After McSweeney Exit
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a critical leadership test following the resignation of his chief adviser Morgan McSweeney over the controversial Peter Mandelson appointment scandal.
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McSweeney Resignation Fuels Labour Leadership Debate
Morgan McSweeney's departure as Keir Starmer's chief of staff divides Labour MPs, with some seeing it as protective while others view it as exposing the Prime Minister's vulnerabilities amid ongoing party turmoil.
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