Knighthood call for Kevin Sinfield nears 100k signatures
A petition demanding a knighthood for rugby league hero and MND fundraiser Kevin Sinfield is approaching 100,000 signatures, challenging honours protocol.
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Ex-Reading CEO files winding-up petition against club
Reading Football Club is threatened with liquidation by former CEO Nigel Howe, who claims he is owed £100,000, just months after the sale by Dai Yongge. Discover the latest on this legal dispute.
Republicans defy Johnson on healthcare subsidy vote
Four Republican moderates join Democrats in a discharge petition to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, averting premium hikes for 22 million. Read the latest from Westminster.
GOP revolt over healthcare subsidies risks 20m insurance losses
Republicans in swing districts revolt against Speaker Mike Johnson to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, risking 20 million Americans' insurance. A political standoff ensues as the deadline nears.
DUP to block Sinn Fein EU observer status motion
The DUP will table a petition of concern against a Sinn Fein motion seeking Stormont's backing for European Parliament observer status. Vote set for Monday.
Hillsborough survivors call for Bettison to lose knighthood
Survivors launch petition to strip ex-police chief Norman Bettison of his knighthood after a report found he would have faced gross negligence charges over the 1989 Hillsborough disaster.
Swimmer Archie Goodburn's emotional plea for cancer drug on GMB
Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn broke down on Good Morning Britain while campaigning for a life-changing brain cancer treatment. The 22-year-old shared his diagnosis story and called for urgent action.
Australia Passes Landmark Environmental Reforms
Australia's parliament passes landmark environmental laws, creating a federal EPA and streamlining project approvals. A balanced win for both business and conservation.
MAGA Mom Petitions for Florida's 'Trump County'
A Florida mother's petition to create a 68th county named after Donald Trump sparks debate. Will the controversial 'Trump County' proposal gain enough support?
Johnson plots revenge with House rules change
House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to make discharge petitions harder after the Epstein files vote humiliation. Discover the political fallout and what's next for Congress.
Fury & Terry Back Charles Bronson Release Campaign
Tyson Fury and John Terry join viral campaign to free Charles Bronson, Britain's notorious prisoner jailed for 50 years. Petition gains momentum with celebrity support.
Government Rejects UK Fireworks Ban Petition
The UK government has responded to calls for a public fireworks ban, stating it has no plans to outlaw sales but is promoting responsible use. Over 180,000 people signed the petition.
Palestinian Flag Raised in Toronto Amid Protests
The Palestinian flag was raised at Toronto City Hall despite significant opposition. Read about the ceremony, the protests, and the political fallout in Canada.
200,000 Sign Petition Against Social Media Jail Terms
Nearly 200,000 Britons sign petition against imprisoning people for offensive social media posts as free speech concerns grow. Parliamentary debate scheduled for November 17.
45,000+ sign petition against BBC Trump payout
A petition demanding the BBC not to compensate Donald Trump for his $1bn legal threat has surpassed 45,000 signatures. Read why licence fee payers are objecting.
Epstein Files Fight Looms After Trump Email Reveal
A political firestorm erupts as House Democrats force a vote on releasing Jeffrey Epstein files, containing explosive emails about Donald Trump. Discover the high-stakes process.
Death Row Inmate Appeals to Governor for Life Sentence
Harold Wayne Nichols, on Tennessee's death row, petitions Governor Bill Lee for clemency weeks before his scheduled execution. His legal team cites his remorse and rehabilitation.
NHS dentistry petition signed by 120,000 handed to government
A 120,632-strong petition demands urgent NHS dentistry funding. With £3bn funding only covering half the population, patients resort to DIY extractions. Join the call for change.
Parents demand school term reform after heatwave chaos
Growing parental backlash calls for school calendar reform as thousands sign petition to move term end dates to mid-July following sweltering classroom conditions.
Mone-linked PPE firm owes £39m in tax
A PPE company linked to Tory peer Baroness Michelle Mone owes £39 million in unpaid taxes, with HMRC issuing a winding-up petition against the firm that secured massive government contracts during the pandemic.
US States Resist Trump's Climate Policy Assault
US states and cities are mounting a formidable defence against Donald Trump's planned assault on climate policies, vowing to protect environmental regulations through legal battles and local action.
US imposes strict pollution limits on LNG terminals
The Biden administration imposes strict new pollution limits on liquefied natural gas terminals, targeting harmful emissions that disproportionately affect local communities.
Labor's environmental deal sparks internal party crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals the internal turmoil within Australia's Labor Party as they strike a contentious environmental agreement that threatens to divide the government and alienate their core supporters.
Australia's environmental laws spark outrage over fossil fuel powers
Controversial reforms to Australia's EPBC Act grant unprecedented powers to fossil fuel projects and water resource management, drawing fierce criticism from environmental groups and scientists.
Australia's biodiversity crisis deepens despite laws
Australia's flagship environmental legislation is under fire as new analysis reveals alarming biodiversity decline despite conservation efforts. Experts warn urgent reform is needed to prevent irreversible ecological damage.
Prince of Wales backs climate penguin Rio's Prince
The Prince of Wales joins forces with global celebrities including Shawn Mendes to support Rio's Prince, the rescued penguin turned climate ambassador, in a groundbreaking environmental initiative at a British museum.
MPs back petition for debate on UK becoming republic
A growing cross-party movement of MPs is pushing for a national debate on the monarchy's future, with a petition demanding Parliament consider Britain becoming a republic.
Pouring coffee down drain could lead to fines
UK households face unexpected penalties for improper coffee disposal. Discover the environmental regulations that could see you fined for what goes down your sink.
Epping Forest crisis: Lammy warns of environmental damage
Shadow foreign secretary David Lammy warns of catastrophic damage to Epping Forest's ancient ecosystem as thousands flock to sunbathe, raising urgent questions about environmental protection in Britain's green spaces.
Sheffield Wednesday face points deduction over HMRC petition
Sheffield Wednesday could be hit with a points deduction after being served with a winding-up petition by HMRC, plunging the League One club into fresh financial turmoil.
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