SNP MSP Colin Beattie stages dramatic party branch coup
Former SNP treasurer Colin Beattie orchestrates political takeover in Midlothian North & Musselburgh constituency, sparking internal party turmoil and allegations of undemocratic practices.
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Lucy Powell Leads Labour Deputy Leadership Race
Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell is positioning herself as the leading candidate in Labour's deputy leadership race, creating internal tensions as Keir Starmer's party prepares for potential government.
Guinea turmoil: Military storms prison, dissolves government
Guinea faces political chaos as elite forces storm main prison, freeing inmates while military government dissolves interim cabinet in dramatic power struggle.
Real-Life Succession Battle in British Tech Dynasty
The latest episode of The Guardian's 'Gina' podcast reveals a dramatic power struggle within a British tech empire that mirrors the hit TV series Succession, featuring boardroom coups and family betrayal.
Labour donor shops for new leader in Starmer challenge
Exclusive: Labour's biggest private donor demands new leader shopping list as Starmer faces internal rebellion over policy direction and party unity.
Armenia PM warns of coup threat during peace talks
Nikol Pashinyan reveals intelligence suggests potential coup attempt as Armenia navigates delicate peace negotiations with Azerbaijan and border demarcation challenges.
Kremlin in panic over protests and exiled oligarch
Russian security forces on high alert as protests erupt in St Petersburg and exiled oil tycoon urges regime change amid growing unrest against Putin's government.
American arrested in Kenya over Madagascar coup plot
Kenyan authorities detain US citizen accused of leading mercenary plot to overthrow Madagascar government amid escalating political tensions in the island nation.
Sex Worker's Everest Bet Stuns Horse Racing World
Former sex worker Carly Electric shocks the horse racing world with a stunning £20,000 bet on her own horse at Everest, creating one of racing's most remarkable underdog stories.
Madagascar President Denies Coup Plot Amid Youth Protests
Madagascar faces political crisis as President Rajoelina denies coup allegations while nationwide protests led by Gen Z activists demand democratic accountability.
Madagascar President Flees Country Amid Military Crisis
Madagascar's political crisis deepens as President Andry Rajoelina reportedly flees the country following a military operation to capture him, leaving the island nation in turmoil.
Madagascar Palace Stormed Amid Coup Crisis
Political crisis deepens in Madagascar as protesters storm presidential palace amid coup allegations and mounting tensions against President Rajoelina's government.
Madagascar coup crisis: President accused of power grab
Political crisis deepens in Madagascar as President Rajoelina faces allegations of constitutional coup following controversial election changes. Widespread protests and international concern grow.
Madagascar army seizes sites amid coup fears
Madagascar faces political crisis as military forces take control of key areas amid violent protests against President Rajoelina's government. International concern grows over potential coup.
Madagascar military power grab underway, president confirms
Madagascar's president declares military-led 'rectification mission' has commenced, suspending key constitutional functions in what opponents call an unconstitutional power grab.
Bolsonaro Convicted: 17 Years for Coup Plot
Jair Bolsonaro faces 17 years in prison after landmark conviction for attempting to overturn Brazil's 2022 election results and plotting a military coup against Lula da Silva's government.
Madagascar President Accuses Protesters of Coup Attempt
Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina faces mounting opposition as he denounces anti-government protests as an attempted coup, while critics condemn his authoritarian tactics and suppression of dissent.
Aung San Suu Kyi stripped of Human Rights Award
The Independent has revoked its prestigious Human Rights Award from Myanmar's former leader Aung San Suu Kyi following her silence on Rohingya atrocities, marking a significant fall from grace for the once-celebrated democracy icon.
Starmer accused of 'politically motivated' snub to Burnham
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer faces criticism for excluding Andy Burnham from key events, sparking claims of a deepening rift and 'control freakery' within the party ahead of the general election.
Labour Threatens Legal Action Against Zarah Sultana
Labour MP Zarah Sultana is threatened with legal action by the party after publicly demanding the reinstatement of former leader Jeremy Corbyn, igniting a fresh civil war within the party's ranks.
Sultana drops legal threat against Corbyn
Labour MP Zarah Sultana has withdrawn her legal claim against former leader Jeremy Corbyn, ending a bitter internal party feud that had threatened to erupt into a high-profile court battle.
Myanmar Junta's Power Play: Brutal Tactics Revealed
An in-depth analysis of the Myanmar military regime's brutal tactics to maintain control, from economic coercion to digital surveillance, and the international community's faltering response.
Labour rift: Burnham blocks Gwynne from stepping aside
Explosive internal rift rocks Labour as Mayor Andy Burnham intervenes to prevent MP Andrew Gwynne from stepping aside, defying Keir Starmer's leadership and exposing deep factional divides within the party.
Labour Ministers Quit in Liverpool Selection Row
Labour's election campaign faces turmoil as two senior shadow ministers, Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson, resign after being barred from standing in Liverpool. The dramatic move exposes deep internal tensions and raises questions about Keir Starmer's l
MI6 Chief: No Evidence of Putin Assassination Attempt
In a rare public address, MI6 chief Richard Moore quashes speculation about a failed coup against Vladimir Putin, while warning of Russia's strategic failures in Ukraine and growing dependence on China.
Charlie Kirk Ousts Wife Erika from Turning Point USA Board
In a seismic shake-up at the conservative student group Turning Point USA, founder Charlie Kirk has removed his wife and co-founder, Erika Kirk, from the board. The move follows intense scrutiny over the organisation's finances and leadership, sparking in
Starmer's Painful Expression Steals Show at Labour Conference
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer was caught in visible discomfort during his keynote conference speech, his pained expression sparking a wave of social media reaction and raising questions about his physical state.
Simon Mann: Notorious Mercenary Dies Aged 81
Exclusive: Mercenary commander Simon Mann, famed for the 'Wonga Coup' plot in Equatorial Guinea, dies aged 81. His fiancée Amanda Mann leads emotional tributes to the ex-SAS soldier and private military contractor.
Rayner's Allies Plot Labour Comeback with Burnham Leadership Bid
Exclusive: Senior Labour figures and Cabinet ministers are backing a comeback plan for Angela Rayner, with Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham emerging as a potential leadership challenger to Keir Starmer in a major party rift.
Bolsonaro Seeks Asylum in Embassy Amid Coup Arrest Threat
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has sought refuge at the Hungarian Embassy in Brasília, seeking political asylum to evade arrest over allegations of orchestrating a coup. The dramatic move signals escalating tensions in Brazilian politics.
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