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Trump's Doonbeg Resort in Running for Irish Open

Exclusive: Donald Trump's Co. Clare golf resort is a surprise contender to host the 2025 Irish Open, with Rory McIlroy offering a cautious response to the potential political storm.

Starmer's Government: 13 Ministerial Exits in 14 Months

Exclusive investigation reveals a pattern of embarrassing ministerial exits from Keir Starmer's government, with associates linked to convicted fraudsters and tax-dodging diplomats raising serious questions about vetting procedures.

Swinney Blasts Trump's 'Scotch' Comment: Demand Respect

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney has issued a sharp rebuke to Donald Trump after the former US President referred to the Scottish people as 'Scotch'. The diplomatic row highlights ongoing tensions over Trump's Scottish golf resorts.

Trump's Scottish Golf Resort in Fresh Planning Dispute

Donald Trump's Aberdeenshire golf resort is embroiled in a new planning row after local authorities ruled that changes to its layout require formal approval, challenging the former US President's development.

Uniqlo's 'Plantation' Tennis Tournament Sparks Hawaii Outrage

Japanese clothing giant Uniqlo faces mounting criticism for sponsoring a tennis tournament held at a Hawaiian resort still named 'Plantation', with activists calling the term a painful reminder of the island's oppressive colonial past.

Swinney Slams Westminster's 'Colonial' Attitude

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney accuses the UK Government of a 'colonial' approach, undermining devolution and bypassing Holyrood on key policies in a major constitutional clash.

UK Floods Submerge Yorkshire, Colonial Artefacts Returned

A visual roundup of Tuesday's major events: severe flooding disrupts northern England, a historic gesture sees Benin Bronzes repatriated, and tensions rise at a UK immigration centre, all captured in striking photography.

Vietnam demands France return colonial-era cannon

Vietnam escalates a diplomatic dispute with France, demanding the return of a historic cannon, a symbol of national resistance against colonial rule, taken from Hanoi over 130 years ago.

University of Edinburgh Launches Slavery Legacy Inquiry

The University of Edinburgh commissions an independent academic study to investigate its historical links to the transatlantic slave trade, aiming for transparency and a deeper understanding of its colonial legacy.

African scammers target British women in 'colonial revenge' fraud

Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated criminal networks in West Africa are systematically targeting single British women on dating apps, using a disturbing 'colonial revenge' narrative to justify their multi-million pound romance fraud operations.

Trump and Clemens Secure Dominant Golf Victory in UK

Former US President Donald Trump teams up with baseball legend Roger Clemens for an impressive victory in a high-stakes golf match at his prestigious UK course, showcasing his sporting prowess ahead of the US Open.

Cooks' Cottage relocation row sparks reconciliation debate

Fitzroy Gardens' iconic Cooks' Cottage faces a controversial proposal to relocate to Victoria's parliament precinct as a gesture of Aboriginal reconciliation, sparking intense debate about historical preservation versus colonial legacy.

England's Coastal Towns: Paradise Lost for Young Residents

A startling investigation reveals the harsh realities of growing up in England's picturesque seaside towns, where economic decline, poor transport, and mental health crises create a 'perfect storm' for young residents.

Shrewsbury rejects Clive of India statue

Shrewsbury becomes the latest UK town to oppose a statue of Robert Clive, citing his controversial colonial legacy, as Britain continues to grapple with its imperial past.

Germany returns looted Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

Germany has officially returned 20 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria, marking a pivotal moment in the global restitution of colonial-era looted art. The artefacts, stolen during the 1897 British raid, are now back in their homeland after over a century.

YouTuber subpoenaed over Reynolds-Lively financial links

Popular YouTuber Kassidy O'Connell has been issued a subpoena amid claims of undisclosed financial connections to Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively. The legal move has sparked speculation and intrigue across social media.

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