Trump's surprise pardon for drug convict shocks White House
Donald Trump's pardon of former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández, convicted of smuggling 400 tons of cocaine, reportedly caught his Chief of Staff off guard. Discover the details.
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Megyn Kelly and Mark Levin feud over rosary 'crackpot' remark
Megyn Kelly unloaded on Fox News colleague Mark Levin after he called Jack Posobiec a 'crackpot' for holding a rosary. The spat highlights deep divisions within the US conservative movement. Read the full story.
Newsom trolls Trump with Epstein files video on Christmas Eve
California Governor Gavin Newsom targeted President Trump with a video mocking the heavily redacted Epstein files release. Discover the political fallout and new document revelations.
Trump's surprise pardon of Honduran ex-president shocks aides
Donald Trump's clemency for a convicted Honduran drug trafficker blindsided his top staff, a report reveals. Explore the controversial use of presidential pardon power and its political implications.
Epstein Files: New Questions on Trump and Co-Conspirators
A massive 30,000-page DOJ release on Jeffrey Epstein raises fresh questions about Donald Trump's flights and 10 unnamed co-conspirators. Discover the key revelations and the fight for transparency.
Hope Walz's Christmas Message on ICE Arrests in Minnesota
Hope Walz, daughter of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, used TikTok to wish a Merry Christmas to those facing ICE enforcement, amidst a political storm sparked by Donald Trump's insults.
Kimmel's Christmas Message: Trump dubbed 'King Donny the Eighth'
US host Jimmy Kimmel used Channel 4's Alternative Christmas Message to launch a scathing attack on Donald Trump, labelling him 'King Donny the Eighth' and warning of threats to democracy. Read his full speech.
Venezuelan Family's Christmas Dream Shattered by Deportation
Mariela Gómez's American dream ended with deportation. She spent a modest Christmas in Venezuela, facing unemployment, after Trump's immigration crackdown. Read her journey.
British campaigner wins US deportation reprieve
Imran Ahmed, head of the Centre for Countering Digital Hate, wins temporary US court order halting his deportation after visa was revoked. Read the latest on the transatlantic dispute.
Public hearing set for Trump's White House ballroom project
A federal committee will hold its first public hearing on Donald Trump's controversial $400 million White House ballroom on 8 January. The project, funded by private tech giants, has sparked legal and political battles.
Venezuelan migrants abandon US journey, return home for Christmas
A family's arduous journey to the US ends in a return to Venezuela for Christmas, highlighting a growing trend of reverse migration amid shifting US policies. Read their story.
Fury at Starmer's pub remark as 2,000 pubs close
Keir Starmer's festive message urging a pub visit has ignited anger as the sector reels from 2,000 closures and tax hikes blamed for 69,000 job losses. Read the full story.
Poll: One in three Labour voters think Starmer should go
Exclusive poll reveals deep crisis for Keir Starmer as 38% of Labour voters say party would fare better with new leader. Andy Burnham emerges as favourite successor. Read the full analysis.
Starmer's rightward shift 'utterly doomed', union warns
Labour leader Keir Starmer has been warned his attempt to shift right on immigration to counter Reform UK is a failed strategy that risks alienating core voters and harming the NHS. Read the full analysis.
Trump's Kennedy Center Honors ratings tank 35%
The Kennedy Center Honors, hosted by Donald Trump, drew its smallest ever TV audience with 2.65 million viewers, a 35% drop from 2024. CBS cut Trump's speech and refused to use the 'Trump' name.
Israel kills Quds Force member in Lebanon strike
Israel's military says it killed a key Iranian Quds Force operative in Lebanon, accusing him of planning attacks. The strike comes as Pope Leo XIV condemns the 'rubble and open wounds' of war in Gaza.
'Jesus is Palestinian' Billboard in Times Square Causes Outcry
A controversial billboard in New York's Times Square declaring 'Jesus is Palestinian' has been labelled inflammatory and divisive ahead of Christmas. Read the full story on the heated debate.
UK campaigner fights US deportation after sanctions
Imran Ahmed, head of the Centre for Countering Digital Hate, launches legal battle against US deportation threat. Read the latest on this transatlantic free speech clash.
Bernie Sanders More Popular Than Santa with Democrats
A new poll reveals Senator Bernie Sanders has a higher net favourability than Santa Claus among Democratic voters. Discover the full rankings and surprising festive insights.
British campaigner fights US deportation after sanctions
Imran Ahmed, CEO of the Centre for Countering Digital Hate, launches legal battle against US visa sanctions and deportation threat from Trump administration. Read the full story.
Congress Passes Only 38 Bills in Trump's First Year Back
The 119th Congress has set a modern record for legislative inactivity, passing just 38 bills as power consolidates in the White House. Discover the impact on US policy.
Thousands trapped in mis-sold property trust scandal
Thousands of UK families are unable to sell homes after being mis-sold 'family protection trusts' by Scottish law firm McClure. Victims call it 'the next Post Office scandal'.
One Million New Epstein Files Set for Release
The US Department of Justice is processing around one million documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, with a full release expected in weeks. Discover the latest details and political fallout.
Kennedy Centre Renaming Cancels Christmas Jazz Concert
A Christmas Eve jazz tradition at the Kennedy Centre is axed after its rebrand to include Donald Trump's name, sparking artist protests and a legal challenge over its legality.
Israeli Police Arrest Palestinian 'Santa' at Christmas Event
Israeli police raided a Christmas party in Haifa, arresting a man in a Santa Claus costume, a DJ, and a vendor. The incident highlights tensions during festive celebrations in the region. Read the full report.
Trump's 2025 Assault on International Law and Order
As the US turns away under Trump, the post-war rules-based global order faces a profound crisis of legitimacy. Experts warn of a descent into international disorder.
Psychedelic Churches Win Legal Rights in the US
A growing number of US churches are winning legal battles to use banned psychedelics like ayahuasca as sacraments, testing the limits of faith and federal law. Explore the movement's rise and its implications.
Turkey investigates jet crash that killed Libyan military chief
Turkish authorities launch a technical investigation into the private jet crash near Ankara that killed eight, including a top Libyan military commander. Read the latest updates on the international probe.
Archbishop-Elect: Immigration Debate Divides UK
Incoming Archbishop of Canterbury Dame Sarah Mullally warns that national conversations on immigration are divisive. Read her full Christmas Day message and what it means for unity.
Poland intercepts Russian spy plane over Baltic Sea
Polish fighter jets intercepted a Russian reconnaissance aircraft near its airspace, as NATO's eastern flank remains on high alert. Details on the incursion and regional tensions.
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