Calls to Strip UK Citizenship from Egyptian Activist
Sir Keir Starmer faces calls to revoke the UK citizenship of Alaa Abd El-Fattah after historic social media posts surfaced. Read the full story on the political fallout.
Category : Politics
First Nations Ambassador's £275k Travel Bill Under Fire
Australia's Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, faces intense scrutiny after taxpayer-funded travel costs near £275,000. Read the full details and political reaction.
Scotland's Rat Complaints Hit 20,000 Amid Cuts
Rat complaints to Scottish councils surged to nearly 20,000 last year, with Glasgow worst hit. Critics blame funding squeezes for rising sightings and public dissatisfaction.
Earliest Scottish coin saved after detectorist find
A metal detectorist's discovery of a 12th-century silver coin has rewritten history, proving Edinburgh minted Scotland's first coinage. The £15,000 artefact is now with National Museums Scotland.
Labour optimistic for 2026 as parties target local elections
Labour chair Anna Turley expresses confidence for 2026 despite polling dips, as all Westminster parties prioritise May's crucial local and devolved elections. Read the full analysis.
1991: Gun to sailor's neck in Carlingford Lough dispute
Archives reveal Taoiseach Charlie Haughey's anger after a British marine allegedly held a gun to a Dubliner's neck on Carlingford Lough in 1991. Read the full diplomatic row.
1996 Royal Yacht Ireland visit cancelled over image fears
Declassified files reveal Irish PM John Bruton warned King Charles's planned 1996 visit on HMY Britannia projected 'opulence and superiority'. The trip was later scrapped over security risks. Read the full story.
Ireland considered legal action over Sellafield safety
Declassified documents reveal the Irish government, led by Taoiseach John Bruton, explored suing the UK over nuclear safety incidents at Sellafield and other plants in the 1990s. Read the full diplomatic exchange.
Sarwar warns of 'personal pain' in toxic election fight
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar says he expects his loyalty and identity to be questioned in the Holyrood election campaign, predicting 'personal pain' for his family.
John Major reprimanded Irish PM over 1995 speech
Archives reveal British PM John Major's stern 1995 letter to Taoiseach John Bruton, criticising a speech that risked derailing the peace process. Discover the diplomatic tensions.
Report: Ban free translators for migrant benefit claims
A new report urges ministers to ban migrants from using taxpayer-funded translators to claim benefits, aiming to save millions and restore parliamentary control over the welfare system.
Horrifying 35% Rise in Scottish Rat Complaints
Labour reveals a 35% surge in rat sightings across Scotland, linked to deep cuts in street cleaning. Glasgow is worst-hit. Read the shocking data and political fallout.
Trump: Ukraine peace deal 'closer than ever before'
Donald Trump says US-backed Ukraine peace talks are nearing completion after meeting Volodymyr Zelensky. Key security guarantees agreed, but thorny issues on Donbas remain. Read the latest.
Trump: Ukraine and Russia 'Closer Than Ever' to Peace
President Donald Trump hosted Volodymyr Zelenskyy, stating a Ukraine-Russia peace deal is near. A 20-point draft is 90% ready, but major hurdles on territory and NATO remain. Read the full analysis.
Ex-Royal Guard Defends Windsor Security Zone for Waleses
A former royal protection chief explains the 'serious' need for the six-mile exclusion zone around Prince William and Kate's Windsor home, prioritising national security over public access. Read the full story.
Calls to Deport Activist Over 'Abhorrent' Social Media Posts
Pressure mounts to revoke Egyptian-British activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah's citizenship after historic social media posts advocating violence surface. Discover the political fallout.
Zelensky-Trump Talks Proceed Amid Putin Calls, Air Strikes
Volodymyr Zelensky met Donald Trump for crucial Ukraine peace talks in Florida, but calls with Vladimir Putin and deadly Russian air strikes underscore major obstacles. Read the latest on the diplomatic push.
Myanmar's First Election Under Military Rule Held
Voters in Myanmar cast ballots in the first phase of a general election on Sunday 28 December 2025, a poll critics decry as a facade to legitimise military control. Explore the unfolding situation.
UK student freed from 25-year Dubai prison sentence
Mia O'Brien, 24, convicted in a one-day Arabic trial for alleged cocaine possession, is home in Merseyside for Christmas after a major campaign. Read the full story.
FBI Deploys Resources to Dismantle Minnesota Fraud Schemes
FBI Director Kash Patel announces a major crackdown on fraud exploiting federal programmes in Minnesota, alleging a $250m Covid aid scam is just the 'tip of the iceberg'. Discover the political fallout.
Trump and Zelenskyy Hold Crucial Ukraine Peace Talks
Donald Trump met Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss a 20-point peace plan. Trump believes negotiations are nearing conclusion. Read the latest on the high-stakes diplomacy.
NYC's New Fire Chief Appointment Sparks Major Controversy
Incoming NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani appoints Lillian Bonsignore, a 30-year EMS veteran but with no firefighting experience, as FDNY Commissioner. Elon Musk warns 'people will die'. Read the full story.
Trump and Zelensky hold crucial Ukraine peace talks in Florida
US President Donald Trump says a Ukraine peace deal is in its 'final stages' after talks with Volodymyr Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago. Read the latest on the diplomatic push.
Lawsuit: 38 Inmates Allege Sexual Abuse in LA Jail
A major lawsuit alleges systemic sexual abuse and harassment of female inmates by male staff at a Los Angeles jail. Discover the shocking claims and the official response.
Trump and Zelensky meet at Mar-a-Lago for Ukraine talks
Donald Trump hosts Volodymyr Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago for crucial talks on a 20-point peace plan for Ukraine, following a surprise call with Vladimir Putin. Read the latest on the high-stakes diplomacy.
Cartoon Satirises Trump-Zelenskyy Ukraine Peace Talks
A powerful new cartoon by Ella Baron visualises the high-stakes diplomacy between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy. See the stark imagery shaping the debate on Ukraine's future.
Starmer urged to heed Labour critics to avoid defeat
Labour's achievements are overshadowed by internal strife and unpopularity. Critics warn Keir Starmer must listen to party opponents or risk a far-right victory. Read the urgent calls for change.
Starmer-Zelensky call before Ukraine leader meets Trump
Keir Starmer reaffirms UK's unwavering support for Ukraine in call with Zelensky ahead of high-stakes peace negotiations with Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago. Read the latest.
Zelensky in Florida for Trump talks on Ukraine war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky holds high-stakes talks with Donald Trump in Florida, aiming to finalise a peace deal. The meeting follows a Trump-Putin call and Russian attacks on Kyiv.
US Strikes in Nigeria and Syria: Anti-IS Policy 'Consistent'
A senior US Republican defends recent military strikes in Nigeria and Syria, calling them a consistent policy to combat Islamic State extremism. Read the full analysis.
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