Labour's Bell spends £900 cash at Commons desk
Senior Labour figure Torsten Bell faces scrutiny after spending nearly £900 in cash at House of Commons desk, raising questions about transparency and political integrity.
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Labour donors got £138m in contracts - study
Exclusive analysis reveals companies that donated to the Labour Party have been awarded government contracts worth £138 million since the election, raising concerns about transparency in Westminster.
White House East Wing Demolition Fury: Trolling Accusations Fly
The Biden administration faces mounting criticism over plans to demolish and rebuild the White House East Wing, with opponents calling it unnecessary political trolling and a waste of taxpayer money during economic uncertainty.
Alex Dyson investigated over undisclosed election payment
Exclusive: Australian Electoral Commission investigates former radio star Alex Dyson over undisclosed $30,000 election campaign payment during his 2022 independent bid for the seat of Wannon.
Noem's Private Jet Purchase Sparks Political Firestorm
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem confronts mounting criticism after acquiring a state-funded private aircraft while championing fiscal responsibility and government transparency.
US Government Shutdown Looms as Congress Deadlock Continues
America faces another government shutdown crisis as political divisions between Senate Democrats and House Republicans threaten to halt federal operations within days.
US government shutdown looms as Johnson faces rebellion
House Speaker Mike Johnson confronts a major political crisis as hardline Republicans threaten to derail spending bills, pushing the US government toward a potential shutdown just weeks before the presidential election.
Cult escapees turned Westminster power players revealed
The shocking transformation of two sisters who escaped a religious cult to become influential political figures in the UK Parliament. Discover their dark past and remarkable rise to power.
What Drives Our Political Compass? Readers Reveal All
Discover the surprising factors that shape political identity as Guardian readers share powerful personal stories about their journey to left or right-wing views.
France's Democratic Crisis: Warning for Britain
As France faces a profound crisis of political faith, experts warn that democratic collapse is no longer a distant threat but an imminent danger facing nations worldwide, including the UK.
NHS and Police spend £70M on diversity officers
Exclusive investigation uncovers massive taxpayer spending on equality and diversity officers across public services while frontline services face cutbacks.
US Government Shutdown Looms in Political Standoff
With just days remaining until funding expires, Republicans and Democrats remain locked in a bitter standoff over government spending, risking the first federal shutdown in years and threatening widespread disruption across America.
The False Economy of Public Service Cuts
New economic analysis reveals how short-term spending cuts on essential services create massive long-term costs for taxpayers and communities across Britain.
Military mom confronts Johnson over shutdown threat
An emotional military mother's powerful plea to House Speaker Mike Johnson exposes the human cost of political brinkmanship as another government shutdown looms.
Mike Johnson faces military pay backlash over shutdown
House Speaker Mike Johnson confronts furious military families after suggesting troop payments could be halted during government shutdown, sparking bipartisan outrage.
Baltimore Mayor's $42K SUV Purchase Sparks Taxpayer Fury
Baltimore's Democratic Mayor Brandon Scott faces intense criticism after using taxpayer money to acquire a fully-loaded $42,000 Chevrolet Suburban, raising questions about fiscal responsibility during budget constraints.
US Education Dept sent anti-Trump emails to Democrats
Exclusive investigation reveals the US Department of Education automatically distributed anti-Trump talking points to Democratic voters, raising serious questions about political neutrality in government communications.
Trump's military speech claims debunked by fact-checkers
A comprehensive analysis reveals numerous falsehoods in Donald Trump's recent military address, with CNN investigators dismantling his assertions about defence spending and international relations.
US Government Shutdown Crisis Looms Over Political Standoff
Growing fears of another US government shutdown as political tensions escalate between Democrats and Republicans over spending bills, with American families caught in the crossfire.
Trump: I'd encourage Russia to attack NATO nations
Former President Donald Trump declares he would not protect NATO countries failing to meet defence spending targets, instead encouraging Russian aggression against them in a controversial South Carolina speech.
Canadian Premier spends £450K taxpayer money on Marxist comedian
Outrage in Canada as Premier Doug Ford's government is exposed for spending nearly half a million pounds of public funds on a self-proclaimed communist comedian to write speeches and jokes.
US on Brink of New Political Violence Era, Experts Warn
Exclusive insight into the alarming rise of political tensions in the US. Experts warn of a dangerous new chapter in American democracy as polarisation reaches breaking point.
Trump's 2019 UK state visit cost taxpayers £2.6m
Exclusive figures obtained by The Independent unveil the multi-million pound price tag for the controversial state visit, with policing costs soaring into the millions.
Millions of Brits Too Scared to Enjoy Outdoors Due to Costs
Shocking new research shows the UK's cost-of-living crisis is forcing families to cancel summer plans, with millions too worried about finances to enjoy simple outdoor pleasures.
Boris Johnson's Office Expenses Under Fresh Scrutiny
Exclusive: Boris Johnson's private office expenses face fresh scrutiny over links to a business contact. New documents reveal a controversial payment for 'IT services' amidst a DDoS attack, raising questions about financial conduct and the use of public f
BBC spends £4k of licence fee cash on 'behaviour' mugs
The BBC is under fire after it was revealed the corporation spent thousands of pounds of licence fee money on branded mugs urging staff to 'call out bad behaviour', sparking outrage over wasteful spending.
Australian Household Spending Surge Defies Economic Gloom
New data reveals Australian households are spending more than expected, providing a crucial boost to the nation's economy and helping to counter weak growth in other sectors.
Australian Politicians Cost $2 Million Per Year Each
A bombshell report exposes the immense taxpayer burden of Australia's political class, with each federal politician costing over AU$2 million per year. Discover the breakdown of salaries, staffing, and perks that make it the world's most expensive democra
I'm A Celebrity Peer in Court on Election Charges
Tory peer and I'm A Celebrity star Lord Michael Shindler appears at Westminster Magistrates' Court, charged with multiple offences related to his 2015 general election campaign spending. The case marks a significant moment in UK political accountability.
Ford Spent $113K Public Funds on "Not For Sale" Hats
Ontario Premier Doug Ford faces scrutiny after revelations his office spent CAD$113,000 on 'Canada Not For Sale' hats and merchandise, raising questions about appropriate use of taxpayer money.
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