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AI Video Mocks Rachel Reeves in Viral Rap Parody

An embarrassing AI-generated video depicting Labour's Rachel Reeves as a viral rap star has caused political humiliation, raising questions about digital deception in Westminster.

Liverpool players' Frankfurt snub sparks outrage

Liverpool FC faces embarrassment as key players refuse post-match duties after Frankfurt thrashing, leaving supporters and pundits questioning team mentality and professionalism.

Indian President's helicopter stuck in wet concrete

In an extraordinary security lapse, the Indian President's helicopter was directed to land on freshly poured concrete, requiring emergency services to free the aircraft in a major embarrassment for officials.

US in longest government shutdown in history

The United States faces an unprecedented political crisis as Republican hardliners trigger the longest government shutdown in the nation's history, leaving federal services paralysed and millions of workers unpaid.

Queensland rewrites FOI laws after automated request deluge

The Queensland government is implementing sweeping changes to its Freedom of Information framework after being overwhelmed by automated requests, sparking debate about digital transparency versus bureaucratic sustainability.

Health Dept's £1M media unit faces transparency scrutiny

Revealed: The Department of Health's controversial media monitoring operation spent over £1 million while operating with minimal transparency, raising questions about government accountability and public spending.

FOI System at Breaking Point in England

Exclusive investigation reveals England's FOI system in crisis with soaring delays and rejected requests, threatening government transparency.

UK Scraps Ministerial Jobs Watchdog ACOBA

The UK government has abolished ACOBA, the watchdog regulating post-ministerial jobs, in a sweeping ethics reform that raises concerns about transparency and the 'revolving door' between politics and business.

Swinney grilled over Aberdeen development plans

Scotland's Deputy First Minister John Swinney confronts intense parliamentary scrutiny regarding the Scottish Government's contentious Aberdeen development plans, facing tough questions from opposition MSPs.

Macron reappoints PM who resigned just 4 days ago

In a stunning reversal, French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Gabriel Attal as Prime Minister just days after his resignation, creating political turmoil and raising questions about government stability.

Trump Ally Predicts Federal Workforce 'Bloodbath'

Exclusive: Former Trump administration official John McEntee predicts massive government purge and sweeping changes to federal employment in potential second term, sparking controversy and concern among civil servants.

US Government Shutdown Crisis Looms

The US government faces imminent shutdown as political deadlock between Democrats and Republicans over spending bills reaches critical stage, threatening federal services and national operations.

Starmer's aides quit in blow to new government

Sir Keir Starmer's administration faces early turmoil as two senior aides depart Number 10, including social cohesion tsar and green policy adviser, raising questions about government stability.

Sturgeon's child care scheme branded 'shambolic'

A scathing independent review reveals Nicola Sturgeon's flagship scheme to transform the lives of looked-after children has descended into chaos, with devastating consequences for Scotland's most vulnerable young people.

US Govt Shutdown Leaves Federal Workers Without Pay

Hundreds of thousands of American federal employees confront financial catastrophe as political stalemate in Washington triggers government shutdown, leaving workers without pay during crucial holiday season.

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