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Sunak accused of 'dictator' tactics over watchdog purge

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces a furious backlash after quietly scrapping seven independent parliamentary watchdogs in a move branded 'deeply sinister' and 'dictator-esque' by MPs and transparency campaigners.

Five Met Detectives Arrested Over Christmas Party Sex Assault

Exclusive: Five Scotland Yard detectives from the elite Parliamentary and Diplomatic Protection Command have been suspended and arrested following serious sexual assault allegations at an official Christmas party. The officers, including a sergeant, are u

Youngest Senator Reveals Depression Battle in Raw Speech

In a powerful and deeply personal inaugural address, Australia's youngest senator has bravely detailed her battle with depression, criticised dismissive 'whack' responses to mental health, and shared a touching pet-related white lie that helped her throug

Hearing aids could slash dementia risk by 50%

Groundbreaking research reveals that using hearing aids could dramatically reduce the risk of developing dementia, offering a powerful new preventative strategy for public health.

Hearing Aids May Halve Dementia Risk, Study Reveals

Groundbreaking research from the University of Southern Denmark suggests that using a hearing aid could be one of the most significant single actions to protect against dementia, potentially halving the risk for those with hearing loss.

NHS Maternity 'Crisis' Causing Trauma and Deaths - MPs

A damning parliamentary inquiry exposes a systemic failure in NHS maternity care, with women facing traumatic births, life-changing injuries, and an 'unacceptable' number of preventable deaths, demanding urgent government action.

Labour MP Faces Watchdog Probe Over Taxi Expenses Claims

Exclusive: Disabled Labour MP Marsha de Cordova is under investigation by the parliamentary watchdog over claims for taxi journeys. The probe centres on whether trips were for personal or parliamentary business.

NHS launches hi-tech AI hearing aids

The NHS has begun providing advanced hearing aids with AI-powered features, offering clearer sound and personalised adjustments for users across the UK.

Australia’s Parliament Reopens with Pomp and Tension

Australia’s federal parliament has resumed with a blend of ceremonial grandeur and political friction, as key parties clash over policy directions. Discover the highlights and underlying tensions of this pivotal session.

Senate sanctions Greens Senator over Gaza protest sign

The Australian Senate has passed a Labor motion to sanction Greens Senator Mehreen Faruqi for displaying a pro-Gaza sign during a parliamentary session, sparking debate over free speech and political dissent.

Labor adds text to Mark Latham's portrait

The Australian Labor Party has updated Mark Latham's parliamentary portrait with additional text, reigniting discussions about his controversial legacy.

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