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Ofcom probes Channel 4's 'Open House' sex show

UK media regulator Ofcom has launched a formal investigation into Channel 4's controversial reality show 'Open House: The Great Sex Experiment' after receiving numerous complaints about its sexually explicit content and boundaries-pushing format.

Trump Accused of Hatch Act Breach in Shutdown

Former President Donald Trump faces fresh allegations of violating the Hatch Act after exploiting government shutdown negotiations for political campaigning, according to a bombshell watchdog report.

Parliament cleaner sacked over security breach

A cleaner at the Houses of Parliament has been dismissed following a serious security breach, raising concerns about protection protocols within one of Britain's most sensitive political institutions.

Lammy blasts Poundland over 'pathetic' political mugs

Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy launches scathing attack against Poundland's 'Britain Needs a New Government' mugs during parliamentary debate, calling the merchandise 'pathetic' and questioning retailer's political stance.

Iran bans UN nuclear inspectors in major escalation

Exclusive: Tehran bars senior UN nuclear watchdog inspectors, escalating a major confrontation with the West and jeopardising the 2015 deal. The IAEA condemns the 'disproportionate and unprecedented' move.

Tributes pour in for TV legend John Stapleton

Tributes pour in for the iconic broadcaster John Stapleton, celebrated for his decades on Watchdog, GMTV, and as a master of consumer journalism who revolutionised British television.

Commons nursery provider praises Reform UK in article

Exclusive: The official House of Commons nursery provider faces scrutiny after publishing an article endorsing Nigel Farage's Reform UK conference, raising serious questions about political impartiality in parliamentary services.

John Stapleton's son shares heartbreaking final moments

The son of beloved GMTV and Watchdog presenter John Stapleton has opened up about the broadcaster's poignant final days, revealing his father's immense pride in his family and his courageous battle with a short illness.

John Stapleton's Brave Final Interview On Terminal Cancer

In a profoundly moving and brave final interview, broadcasting legend John Stapleton discusses his terminal cancer diagnosis, reflects on his illustrious career alongside wife Lynn Faulds Wood, and shares his poignant thoughts on life and death.

Broadcaster John Stapleton dies aged 79

Tributes pour in for celebrated British broadcaster John Stapleton, who has died aged 79. The GMTV and Watchdog pioneer was known for his decades-spanning career in journalism and consumer affairs.

CMA Launches Probe into Nationwide-Virgin Money Merger

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has initiated a formal 'phase 1' investigation into the proposed £2.9 billion acquisition of Virgin Money by Nationwide Building Society, scrutinising potential impacts on consumer choice and competition.

Corbyn faces suspension over new party registration

Ex-Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn faces potential suspension from Parliament after registering 'The Jeremy Corbyn Peace and Justice Project' as a political party, triggering a parliamentary standards investigation.

Man charged in Westminster blackmail scandal targeting MPs

A 46-year-old man from Sussex has been charged with blackmail in connection with an alleged plot targeting Members of Parliament. The investigation involves multiple police forces and has sent shockwaves through Westminster.

Labour's Safe Seat Shake-Up Exposes Democratic Crisis

Exclusive analysis reveals how Labour's proposed constituency reform in Knowsley, Liverpool, exposes a deep crisis in British democracy. Discover why safe seats are undermining voter representation and what it means for the future of UK politics.

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