Police Probe Mandelson-Epstein Leaks, Tories Demand Vetting Files
Metropolitan Police launch criminal investigation into Peter Mandelson's alleged leaks to Jeffrey Epstein, while Conservatives plan Commons vote to force release of vetting documents.
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Albanian burglars jailed for footballer home break-in spree
Two Albanian men sentenced to 56 months each for sophisticated burglary operation targeting seven properties, including former Aston Villa player Scott Hogan's home.
Police Probe Claim Andrew Windsor Trafficked Woman for Sex
Thames Valley Police are assessing reports that Jeffrey Epstein sent a woman to the UK for a sexual encounter with Prince Andrew at Royal Lodge, with the alleged victim later receiving a Buckingham Palace tour.
Nursery Worker Abused 21 Babies, Faces Deportation
Roksana Lecka, jailed for eight years for abusing infants at Twickenham Green Nursery, is due for deportation to Poland. Parents fear she may harm more children if unsupervised.
Australian Political Turmoil: Leadership and Economic Pressures
Australia faces political instability as leadership challenges within the Liberal Party coincide with economic pressures, including rising interest rates and RBA decisions.
US House Passes $1.2tn Bill Ending Shutdown
The US House of Representatives has approved a $1.2 trillion funding measure to end the partial government shutdown, while Democrats seek negotiations over Trump's deportation policies.
Met Reviews New Andrew-Epstein Allegations
Scotland Yard will assess fresh claims that Jeffrey Epstein trafficked a woman to the UK for sex with Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor at Royal Lodge in 2010, as Thames Valley police also examine the case.
French Prosecutors Seek to Uphold Le Pen Election Ban
French state prosecutors have requested appeal court judges maintain a five-year election ban on far-right leader Marine Le Pen over EU funds embezzlement, potentially barring her from the 2027 presidential race.
Jill Biden's Ex-Husband Charged with Murder in Delaware
William Stevenson, the ex-husband of former first lady Jill Biden, has been indicted for first-degree murder in the death of his wife Linda Stevenson in Delaware.
Bristol Murder Probe: Man Dies from Unsurvivable Injuries
Avon and Somerset Police have rearrested seven men on suspicion of murder after a man in his 40s died from unsurvivable injuries found on a Bristol street.
Snapchat predator jailed for grooming boys with gaming codes
A Glasgow software engineer who groomed schoolboys on Snapchat, coercing them into sexual acts in exchange for Xbox and PlayStation codes, has received a 10.5-year prison sentence.
Met Police Probe Mandelson-Epstein Email Leaks
The Metropolitan Police are launching a criminal investigation into allegations that Peter Mandelson leaked confidential government emails and market-sensitive information to Jeffrey Epstein.
Mandelson's Downfall: Labour Cuts Ties Over Epstein
Peter Mandelson resigns from Labour as party distances itself following revelations in Epstein files. Keir Starmer refers documents to police and considers removing peerage.
Mandelson Scandal Puts Starmer Under Pressure
The Peter Mandelson scandal continues to haunt Downing Street, raising serious questions about Keir Starmer's judgment and potentially shortening his tenure as Prime Minister.
Police Officer Dismissed After Assault in Parking Row
A Metropolitan Police officer has been dismissed without notice after being convicted of assault following a physical altercation over a parked vehicle blocking access to his East London home.
Mandelson Tax Remark Sparks Labour Debate
Guardian letters respond to Peter Mandelson's controversial tax comment, with readers questioning his Labour legacy and Keir Starmer's political instincts.
Farage: Cut Pint Prices by Reinstating Two-Child Benefit Cap
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage proposes slashing hospitality VAT to 10% to lower beer prices, funded largely by reinstating the two-child benefit cap, drawing criticism from poverty campaigners.
Teens Set Homeless Man on Fire in Bangkok 'Prank'
Three teenage boys in Bangkok allegedly doused a sleeping homeless man with fuel and set him on fire, causing severe injuries and property damage in a disturbing incident.
Gabbard's Solo 2020 Election Inquiry Sparks Controversy
National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard is running a separate review into the 2020 election with Donald Trump's approval, working alongside but independently from the FBI's criminal investigation.
London Escapes UK Snow Warnings Amid Rain Forecast
The Met Office has issued multiple yellow snow and ice warnings across Wales, Scotland, and northwest England for February 3-4, while London faces heavy rain instead.
Mandelson Resigns Lords Over Epstein Email Scandal
Former Labour minister Lord Mandelson has resigned from the House of Lords following revelations about emails linked to Jeffrey Epstein, announced by the Speaker.
Royal Son Denies Rape as Trial Begins in Oslo
Marius Borg Hoiby, son of Norway's Crown Princess, pleads not guilty to rape and other serious charges as his trial starts, with new allegations emerging.
Trump Republicans Push Nationalised Election Control
Former President Donald Trump and Republican allies are advocating for nationalised election oversight, aiming to centralise control ahead of the upcoming midterm elections, sparking debate over federalism and voting rights.
Anya Taylor-Joy's Husband Barricaded Bedroom in Burglary
A burglar received additional jail time for targeting Anya Taylor-Joy's London home, where her husband barricaded them in a bedroom during the terrifying incident.
Mandelson Steps Down from Lords After Epstein Revelations
Peter Mandelson announces departure from the House of Lords following fresh disclosures about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, as police review misconduct allegations.
Mandelson Steps Down from Lords After Epstein Controversy
Labour veteran Peter Mandelson resigns from House of Lords following revelations about emails with Jeffrey Epstein, as police investigate misconduct allegations.
Labour Leadership Crisis: Starmer's May Election Challenge
With May elections approaching and Keir Starmer's popularity at record lows, Guardian Live hosts a panel discussion on Labour's future, internal conflicts, and the threat from Reform and Greens.
Mandelson Exits Lords Over Epstein Files Pressure
Labour veteran Peter Mandelson announces retirement from House of Lords following renewed scrutiny from Jeffrey Epstein documents, with Prime Minister Starmer condemning his actions.
Mandelson Resigns from Lords in Epstein Email Scandal
Former minister Peter Mandelson resigns from House of Lords after leaked emails to Jeffrey Epstein reveal confidential government communications and financial links.
Democrats Probe Gabbard's Presence at FBI Election Search
Georgia Democrats call for an inquiry into Tulsi Gabbard's attendance at an FBI seizure of 2020 election records, citing concerns over Trump's claims and legal procedures.
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