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Price Defection Rocks Liberal Party, Leaves Ley in Crisis

The defection of Indigenous conservative Jacinta Nampijinpa Price to the crossbench has triggered a political firestorm, leaving Deputy Liberal Leader Sussan Ley to manage the fallout and raising serious questions about the party's direction and unity.

Angela Rayner's Resignation Plunges Labour into Crisis

Deputy Leader Angela Rayner's abrupt resignation over a police probe into her tax affairs creates a monumental crisis for Keir Starmer and the Labour Party, just months before a potential general election.

British student's Dubai prison torture nightmare

A British law student details his horrific 11-month ordeal in a Dubai prison, alleging torture, forced confessions, and a complete collapse of justice after a minor altercation.

Angela Rayner Faces Police Review Over Tax Affairs

Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner is under renewed pressure over her tax affairs as police review a complaint. The controversy sparks internal party tensions and political attacks from Conservatives.

UK's 'last chance' Gaza evacuation order for Britons

The UK Foreign Office issues an urgent 'do or die' evacuation order for British nationals in Gaza ahead of a feared Israeli ground offensive. Officials warn this is the 'last chance' to leave as conflict escalates.

Australia condemns Iran's 'reckless' Baghdad airstrike

Australia has issued a formal diplomatic rebuke to Iran, summoning its chargé d'affaires in Canberra following a 'reckless and indiscriminate' airstrike on Baghdad. The attack, which Iran claimed targeted an Israeli 'spy headquarters', has escalated regio

Angela Rayner Cleared by Police in Tax Investigation

Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner has been fully cleared by police over allegations surrounding her tax affairs and former council house. The Greater Manchester Police concluded no further action is required, ending a months-long probe.

Tory Anger as Badenoch's PMQ Attack on Labour Tax Fails

Conservative MPs express deep frustration after Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch's attempt to confront Angela Rayner and Keir Starmer over their tax details falls flat during a heated Prime Minister's Questions session.

Top economist warns Hunt's tax cuts could create £30bn hole

Exclusive: Leading economist Julian Jessop issues a stark warning that the Chancellor's planned tax cuts could destabilise the UK economy, creating a £30bn fiscal black hole and forcing the Bank of England to keep interest rates higher for longer.

Trump's VA Abortion Ban Threatens Veterans Healthcare

Exclusive: Donald Trump's proposed ban on abortion services within Veterans Affairs threatens healthcare access for millions of US veterans and their families, sparking outrage among medical professionals and advocacy groups.

British Couple Charged with Espionage in Iranian Court

A British-Australian academic and her partner are facing espionage charges in Iran after being detained for months without formal accusation. Their family breaks silence on the shocking secret court case.

Louis XIV's Harem: 18 Mistresses Exposed in New Podcast

A new historical podcast reveals the astonishingly debauched private life of France's 'Sun King', Louis XIV, whose 18 official mistresses and countless affairs dwarfed the exploits of England's Henry VIII.

Prabowo Decree Expands Indonesian Military's Civilian Role

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto signs a decree granting the military a greater role in civilian affairs, raising fears of a return to a militarised government and drawing sharp criticism from human rights groups.

UK's Feeble Gaza Atrocity Response Sparks Outrage

Britain faces mounting criticism for its tepid diplomatic response to the latest civilian casualties in Gaza, as aid groups condemn the government's inaction and call for immediate sanctions.

Iranian diplomats flee Canberra embassy in sudden night exit

EXCLUSIVE: Iranian diplomatic staff have been seen abruptly vacating their Canberra embassy in a hurried overnight operation, loading vehicles with sensitive equipment and personal effects, sparking intense speculation about a mass expulsion by the Austra

Crime boss Kazem Hamad ordered out of Australia after attack

Notorious crime figure Kazem Hamad is at the centre of an international incident after Australia orders him out following a suspected anti-Semitic assault. The Iranian-born boss, linked to a violent gang war, is suspected of a brutal attack on a Jewish ma

UK Study Reveals Professions Most Likely to Cheat

A new UK data analysis uncovers the professions with the highest rates of infidelity, with finance and trades topping the list. Discover the surprising jobs linked to cheating and the reasons why.

Albanese's Secret Iran Prisoner Negotiations Revealed

Exclusive insights into the secret diplomatic efforts by Australian PM Anthony Albanese to secure the release of academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert from an Iranian prison. Discover the high-stakes negotiations and her courageous survival story.

Global Visual Journey: The Guardian's Week in 20 Pictures

Embark on a stunning visual journey across the globe with The Guardian's latest photographic round-up. From Westminster's political dramas to serene global landscapes, this collection captures the defining moments of our time in 20 powerful images.

Police Chief quits over affair with aide in Bay Area scandal

A Californian city is reeling after a bombshell investigation revealed its married female Police Chief engaged in a clandestine and 'inappropriate relationship' with a senior male aide, prompting her abrupt resignation amid allegations of abuse of power a

Labour's rewilding plans a 'tinderbox' risk, warn farmers

Exclusive: Labour's ambitious rewilding policy faces a fierce backlash from the Country Land and Business Association (CLA), which warns the plans could turn the British countryside into a dry, flammable tinderbox, dramatically increasing the risk of deva

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