Rail union boss's Las Vegas trip funded by members
RMT union leader Mick Lynch faces scrutiny after spending thousands on a Las Vegas conference and luxury hotel stays, funded by members' subscription fees during a cost of living crisis.
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Expert: 3 Major British Institutions Face Collapse
A leading political scientist issues stark warning about Westminster, Whitehall and the Union itself as systemic pressures threaten fundamental pillars of British governance.
Oxford Union suspends confidence vote amid intimidation claims
The prestigious Oxford Union has abruptly suspended a confidence vote in its president, Charlie Mackintosh, following serious claims of intimidation against officials. The historic debating society faces internal crisis as allegations rock its leadership.
Oxford Union pays £25,000 for Trump Instagram post
The prestigious Oxford Union faces mounting criticism after paying £25,000 for an Instagram post featuring Donald Trump, sparking outrage among students and alumni over the controversial expenditure.
Cafe owner defies council over Union Jack mural
A Westminster cafe owner faces council pressure to remove a Union Flag mural despite local support, sparking debate about national pride and local authority overreach in central London.
Birmingham's £760m equal pay crisis: figures questioned
Birmingham City Council faces accusations of exaggerating its £760m equal pay liability, with critics claiming the true figure is significantly lower as the authority effectively declares bankruptcy.
Union Chief Demands Rescue Plan for UK Manufacturing
Unite union leader Alan Jones issues stark warning as Britain's manufacturing sector faces catastrophic decline, calling for immediate intervention to save vital industries and skilled jobs.
Europe's border failures eroding trust in nation states
Exclusive analysis reveals how systematic border control failures across Europe are eroding public confidence in national governments and fuelling political instability.
RMT union boss Alan Jones suspended in internal probe
Rail union general secretary Alan Jones has been suspended from his role pending an internal investigation, creating turmoil within the RMT leadership during critical negotiations.
MPs target TikTok over UK 'union-busting' claims
Cross-party politicians demand investigation into TikTok's alleged suppression of workers' rights and union recognition efforts at their UK offices.
Two Years of Ruin: Gaza's Endless Displacement Crisis
A powerful visual journey through the devastating human cost of two years of continuous conflict in Gaza, where entire generations face displacement and destruction.
Rugby Union condemns Mike Tindall's R360 project
The Rugby Union has issued a formal statement condemning Mike Tindall's R360 project, creating a major rift in the sport and raising questions about the future of rugby's governance.
Welsh Rugby Crisis: WRU Plans Radical Overhaul
Exclusive investigation reveals Welsh rugby's governing body plans sweeping reforms following catastrophic Six Nations performance and player exodus threats.
Lewis Moody's MND diagnosis sparks funding crisis
Former England rugby captain Lewis Moody's shock Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis has triggered powerful demands for the UK Government to finally commit promised funds to MND research through the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation.
French PM Lecornu Resigns - Macron's Government in Crisis
France faces political crisis as Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu unexpectedly resigns, creating major challenges for President Macron's administration and sending shockwaves through European politics.
African Union completes Mogadishu withdrawal after 17 years
In a landmark security transition, African Union peacekeepers have withdrawn from key military bases in Mogadishu, handing control to Somali forces amid ongoing counter-terrorism operations.
Solar Power Hits Record 27% of EU Electricity
Groundbreaking data reveals solar energy production in the EU has surged by 28% year-on-year, with multiple nations achieving record-breaking clean energy milestones during peak summer months.
Starbucks Accused of Illegally Firing Union Organisers
Starbucks faces a major legal and PR crisis as US labour officials allege the coffee chain illegally fired over 20 employees across multiple states for their union organising efforts.
Spain Demands UN Control of Mediterranean in Migrant Crisis
In a dramatic move, Spain has petitioned the United Nations to place the entire Mediterranean Sea under its temporary control, aiming to stem the flow of irregular migration and manage search and rescue operations, a proposal that has sent shockwaves thro
London Grinds to Halt in Major Tube Strike Over Pay
Commuters face travel misery as London Underground drivers, led by union barons, stage a massive strike demanding a pay rise, crippling the capital's transport network.
National Trust in flag fury after removing Union Jack
The National Trust has ignited a fierce debate after contractors were seen removing the large Union Flag from the Bantham Ham stone tower in Devon. The move, done without prior consultation, has been branded an 'act of cultural vandalism' by critics and l
US Rugby World Cup Dream Threatened by MLR Financial Crisis
Exclusive: The United States' qualification for the 2027 Rugby World Cup faces a monumental threat as a severe financial crisis grips Major League Rugby, casting doubt on player contracts and the team's very future.
TFL invites RMT to resume talks after London Tube strikes
Transport for London has formally invited the RMT union back to the negotiating table following a week of crippling Tube strikes that brought the capital to a standstill, as both sides seek a resolution to the ongoing dispute over working conditions.
Charlie Kirk Oxford Speech Sparks Free Speech Debate
US conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's controversial Oxford Union speech ignites a fierce transatlantic debate on free speech, cancel culture, and the limits of campus discourse as UK and US Republicans rally to his defence.
EU pushes controversial Afghan deportation plan
Exclusive: European Union officials in Brussels are pushing for the deportation of failed Afghan asylum seekers back to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, sparking a major humanitarian and ethical debate.
London transport chaos as Tube strikes bring capital to standstill
London grinds to a halt as coordinated Tube strikes bring the capital's transport network to its knees. Commuters face desperate scrambles for alternatives, with cab drivers overwhelmed and major routes in gridlock.
Tube staff salaries £100k short for London home deposit
New RMT union analysis reveals a stark reality: the average TfL worker's salary is now £100,000 shy of the deposit needed for a typical London home, fuelling the latest wave of tube strikes over pay and conditions.
Union Boss Condemns Tory Hypocrisy Over Strike Laws
RMT union leader Mick Lynch accuses the Conservative government of hypocrisy for using agency workers to break strikes while enforcing Minimum Service Levels laws on unions.
Macron's Government Collapses Again - French Political Crisis
President Emmanuel Macron faces political turmoil as his government resigns amid policy failures and rising opposition, threatening France's stability and European Union leadership.
France Crisis: Macron Government Faces Collapse Amid Turmoil
France faces a deepening political crisis as President Macron's government struggles to contain widespread protests and strikes. Key European summits are postponed amid fears of a major governmental collapse.
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