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Tory councillor's book ban bid targets Pigeon English

A Conservative councillor's attempt to ban Stephen Kelman's acclaimed novel 'Pigeon English' from schools sparks national debate about censorship, literary value, and cultural representation in education.

Reform UK MP faces backlash over dual role defence

Sarah Pochin, Reform UK's first elected MP, faces criticism after defending her dual role as MP and councillor, claiming she works 'all hours' while opponents question her commitment to constituents.

Israeli Airstrike on Yemeni Media Hub Kills Journalists

A devastating Israeli missile strike has destroyed the Al-Masirah satellite channel's complex in Sana'a, Yemen, killing at least seven media workers and wounding dozens. The attack, condemned by press freedom organisations, marks a severe escalation in ta

Ex-Royal Marine Labour Councillor Quits Plymouth Council

Former Royal Marine Commando and Labour councillor Chris Webb steps down from Plymouth City Council, citing overwhelming professional demands. The resignation triggers a by-election in the key marginal seat of Ham.

15 Dead in Horrific California Truck Fireball Crash

A catastrophic collision involving a truck carrying Mexican farmworkers and a semi-trailer has resulted in a devastating fireball, claiming 15 lives and leaving multiple injured in Southern California. The tragic incident is one of the deadliest road acci

Tory councillor quits over Charlie Kirk assassination remark

Conservative councillor John Lamb faces immediate dismissal after suggesting controversial commentator Charlie Kirk 'brought assassination upon himself' in a since-deleted social media post, igniting a firestorm of criticism and a swift party investigatio

TikTok Tourists Cause 'Carnage' In UK Village

A local councillor blasts TikTok-fuelled tourists for overwhelming the picturesque village of Castleton with chaos, parking nightmares, and disrespectful behaviour as visitor numbers explode.

Ukrainian refugee mother killed by train in North Carolina

Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian mother who fled the war for America, was tragically killed by a train in North Carolina. Her young son was found unharmed but alone at the scene, raising urgent questions about her journey and the media's portrayal of such trag

Reform Councillor in 'Racist' Leaflet Scandal

A Reform UK councillor in Thurrock is under investigation after distributing leaflets with a slogan linked to a far-right group, sparking outrage and a police assessment.

Reform UK councillor in ice cream vote scandal

A Reform UK councillor in Hartlepool is under investigation by police after allegedly offering free ice creams to residents in exchange for their postal vote applications, in a shocking case of electoral malpractice.

Reform UK Councillor Suspended from Home Office Asylum Role

A Reform UK councillor working in the Home Office's asylum claims processing has been suspended after The Guardian revealed his political affiliation, raising serious questions about conflicts of interest and political neutrality within the immigration sy

Tory Councillor Loses Sex Assault Appeal Bid

Former Conservative councillor Gary Wall remains on the sex offenders register after the Court of Appeal upholds his conviction for sexually assaulting a woman at a party in Essex.

Tory Councillor's GTA-Style Rant Against Solar Farms

A Conservative councillor has sparked outrage and ridicule by releasing a Grand Theft Auto-style video advert that shows him blowing up solar farms with a rocket launcher, in a bizarre protest against green energy projects in the UK countryside.

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