Obama's Nobel Peace Prize Among Most Controversial Awards
The Nobel Committee faces scrutiny as Barack Obama's 2009 Peace Prize joins Bob Dylan's literature award in ranking among the most contentious Nobel decisions in history.
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Prince Harry dealt blow as Chad cuts Invictus Games ties
The Duke of Sussex faces another significant setback as Chad's national Olympic committee severs its partnership with the Invictus Games, dealing a heavy blow to Harry's flagship sporting event in Africa.
Nobel Medicine Prize Delayed as Winner Hikes Off-Grid
In an unprecedented scenario, the Nobel Committee faces a historic challenge as they cannot locate the 2025 Medicine Prize winner who is hiking off-grid in a remote wilderness.
Labour security chief avoids public China spy case grilling
Sir Keir Starmer's national security adviser Matthew Doyle avoids public scrutiny as parliamentary committee questioning over failed espionage case moves behind closed doors, raising transparency concerns.
Stephen Miller memo urged National Guard to seize voting machines
Explosive revelations emerge as Stephen Miller, former Trump advisor, advocated for deploying National Guard to confiscate voting equipment following 2020 election defeat.
Jane Fonda launches committee against Trump media attacks
Hollywood icon Jane Fonda establishes new political committee to defend press freedom against Donald Trump's rhetoric, reviving historic movement from McCarthy era.
Gabbard demands criminal probe into ex-CIA chief Brennan
Former Democratic presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard calls for a criminal investigation into John Brennan, accusing the former CIA Director of lying to Congress about the Trump-Russia dossier.
GOP Spokeswoman's Airport Escalator Demand Goes Viral
Republican National Committee spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt confronted airport staff in a heated exchange after an escalator was turned off, with the incident captured on video and sparking debate about privilege and public conduct.
Hegseth ends Pentagon women's advisory committee
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has disbanded a key Pentagon advisory committee focused on women's service, sparking immediate backlash from lawmakers and advocacy groups.
AOC Under Bribery Probe for Met Gala Tickets
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee over claims she improperly accepted VIP tickets to the Met Gala. The probe follows a bombshell complaint from former ICE Director Tom Homan.
NY AG Letitia James Faces Ethics Probe Over Court Conduct
US Attorney Erik Siebert files a misconduct complaint against New York Attorney General Letitia James, triggering a formal investigation by a state ethics committee over alleged unprofessional behaviour during a high-profile fraud trial.
35 Nations Demand IOC Ban Russia from Paris 2024 Olympics
The International Olympic Committee is under intense scrutiny as 35 nations, including the UK, US, and Israel, demand a ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes from the 2024 Paris Games, challenging the IOC's proposed 'neutral' status.
Tlaib-Donalds 'Fascist' Clash Rocks Congress Hearing
US Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib sparked outrage after branding Republican colleague Byron Donalds a 'fascist' during a fiery committee hearing. The explosive confrontation, centred on policing and civil liberties, has ignited a fierce partisan debate.
Bank of England holds rates, complicating Reeves' budget
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 6-3 to maintain interest rates at 5.25%, while scaling back its bond-selling programme. This decision offers little respite for Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of her crucial autumn budget.
Bank of England holds interest rates at 5.25%
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates. Governor Andrew Bailey warns of persistent inflationary pressures despite economic slowdown.
Bank of England Holds Interest Rates at 5.25%
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates as inflation shows signs of easing, though Governor Andrew Bailey remains cautious about future cuts.
Bank of England holds rates at 5.25% amid inflation concerns
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates as inflation remains stubbornly above target, despite economic slowdown signals.
MPs Sound Alarm on England's 'Ghost Children' School Crisis
A damning report by the Education Committee warns of a 'persistent and damaging' school absence crisis in England, with over 100,000 'ghost children' missing most of their education. Chair Robin Walker MP calls for a 'step-change' in government response.
Bank of England Holds Interest Rates at 5.25%
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates. Discover the immediate impact on mortgages, savings, and the UK housing market amidst ongoing inflation concerns.
Kash Patel's Explosive FBI Allegations Rock Senate Hearing
Former Trump administration official Kash Patel delivered dramatic testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee, alleging widespread political weaponisation within the FBI and making startling claims about the agency's conduct during the Trump presiden
Climate watchdog slams Badenoch over 'misleading' Farage comments
The UK's independent climate advisor delivers a stern rebuke to Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch for her 'disappointing' and inaccurate claims about Nigel Farage's climate change remarks, sparking a fresh row over political integrity and environmental pol
The $70,000 Gamble That Won Sydney The 2000 Olympics
An exclusive look back at the audacious, high-stakes gamble by Australian Olympic Committee's John Coates that secured the 2000 Games for Sydney in a dramatic Monte Carlo showdown.
AUKUS Submarines Plagued by Critical Vulnerabilities
Exclusive: A damning parliamentary report reveals the $368bn AUKUS submarine programme is plagued by severe technological and workforce risks that could leave Australia's future fleet exposed.
Seb Coe demands Olympic ban for transgender athletes
World Athletics President Lord Sebastian Coe has called for a complete ban on transgender athletes competing in the female category at the Olympic Games, citing the need to protect the integrity of women's sport.
Karine Jean-Pierre Testifies in Biden Impeachment Probe
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre gives sworn testimony to House impeachment investigators, becoming the first sitting press secretary to do so. The historic deposition focuses on President Biden's handling of classified documents.
Price's downfall shows grievance politics dead end for Liberals
The dramatic political demise of Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price reveals the strategic miscalculations and internal fractures within Australia's Liberal Party, signalling a rejection of divisive grievance-based politics by voters.
MPs condemn Asda app over high-cost staff loans
A parliamentary committee has launched a scathing attack on Asda and its financial app partner, Wagestream, for promoting high-interest loans and controversial financial products to its low-paid employees.
Trump Endorses Charlie Kirk for RNC Leadership Role
Former US President Donald Trump has publicly backed conservative activist Charlie Kirk to take a top role at the Republican National Committee, signalling a major power shift within the party ahead of the 2024 election.
Trump's DC Hotel Sells at $100M Loss
Donald Trump's former Washington DC hotel sold at a staggering $100 million loss as legal troubles and congressional investigations into the deal continue to mount.
DNC Headquarters in Lockdown After Suspicious Package Scare
The Democratic National Committee headquarters in Washington DC was placed on lockdown and evacuated following the discovery of a suspicious package, prompting a major emergency response.
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