DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Stephen Miller were filmed dancing to Vanilla Ice at Trump's New Year's Eve gala, while Barron Trump appeared unimpressed. The pair are pivotal to the administration's deportation agenda.
Russia has published footage of a downed drone it claims was part of a 91-drone attack on a Putin residence. Ukraine denies involvement. Read the latest analysis.
Donald Trump faces fierce backlash for attacking the Kennedy family on social media just hours after the death of JFK's granddaughter, Tatiana Schlossberg, from cancer. Read the full story.
A retired teacher was wrongly fined £100 for dropping a cigarette in Nottingham. He was 250 miles away in France at the time, exposing a council error.
A retired teacher was fined £100 for dropping a cigarette in Nottingham while he was actually in France. Nottingham City Council apologised after a mix-up, but the case highlights concerns over automated enforcement.
US federal employees file a discrimination complaint after the Trump administration eliminates insurance coverage for gender-affirming care. Read the full story.
Elon Musk's 'Department of Government Efficiency' promised $2tn savings but left federal agencies in disarray. Explore the lasting impact of the controversial initiative.
In his 2026 New Year message, Labour leader Keir Starmer pledges to deliver the change Britain voted for, focusing on economic stability and public service reform. Read his full vision.
Stefan Rousseau, the Press Association's chief political photographer, unveils his standout images from 2025, capturing unexpected moments from Starmer to Badenoch. See the stories behind the shots.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has labelled Donald Trump a 'bully' and vowed to confront his 'hatred and bile' towards the UK. Read his full response to the former US President's attacks.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani's historic win channels the Yiddish socialist tradition of early 20th century New York, defying modern smears and billionaire opposition. Discover the deep historical parallels.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani's socialist triumph is rooted in a rich, forgotten New York tradition of Yiddish radicalism, not the elite institutions that opposed him. Discover the history.
The US pledges $2bn in aid with strict terms, demanding the UN funnel money through a single fund and prioritise 17 countries, excluding Afghanistan and Yemen. Experts warn of a 'nail in the coffin' for impartial humanitarianism. Read the full analysis.
The US has pledged $2bn in aid but demands the UN implement sweeping changes, funnels money to 17 priority countries, and excludes crises in Afghanistan and Yemen. Experts warn of a 'nail in the coffin' for independent humanitarian action.
Saudi Arabia executed 356 people in 2025, a new annual record driven by its 'war on drugs'. The surge draws criticism amid the kingdom's modernisation push. Read the full analysis.
The French government has naturalised George Clooney and his wife Amal, citing their contribution to France's standing. A minister hinted at 'special treatment'. Read the full story.
Dramatic footage shows a Ukrainian FPV drone destroying a Russian soldier on horseback, highlighting a brutal clash between modern drone warfare and centuries-old tactics on the frontline.
Dramatic footage shows a Ukrainian FPV drone destroying Russian cavalry in a stark example of how technology is reshaping the battlefield. Read the full analysis of this pivotal moment.
The UK Foreign Office stands ready to assist British nationals after a devastating New Year's Eve fire at a bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, left dozens dead and scores injured.
PM Keir Starmer vows to defeat 'decline and division' in his New Year's address, acknowledging ongoing hardships but promising hope. Have your say in our latest poll.
Russia claims a Ukrainian drone strike killed 24 in occupied Kherson, escalating tensions as diplomats call peace talks 'productive'. Read the latest developments.
Donald Trump auctioned a speed-painted portrait of Jesus Christ for $2.75 million at his Mar-a-Lago New Year's Eve gala. Read the full story of the event attended by Netanyahu and MAGA loyalists.
West African nations Mali and Burkina Faso ban US nationals in a tit-for-tat move after President Trump's restrictions. Read the full diplomatic fallout.
Nearly 60 Japanese women legislators, including PM Sanae Takaichi, petition for more women's toilets in the historic Diet building, highlighting a stark gender infrastructure gap. Read more on this cross-party push for equality.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood pledges to defend the decision to strip Shamima Begum of UK citizenship as her lawyers argue she was trafficked at 15. Full legal battle details.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood will 'robustly defend' the decision to strip Shamima Begum of UK citizenship as lawyers argue she was trafficked. Get the latest on the legal challenge.
Germany launches a sweeping new military service scheme, requiring all 18-year-old males to complete a detailed Bundeswehr questionnaire or face fines up to €1,000. Explore the details and the geopolitical fears driving this shift.
UK sees 41,472 Channel crossings in 2025, a 13% rise on 2024, challenging Labour's vow to 'smash smuggling gangs'. Explore the data and political fallout.
A 76-year-old retired teacher was wrongly fined for throwing a cigarette from his car in Nottingham while he was actually eating breakfast in Normandy, France. Read the full story of the administrative error and cloned plates.
Germany launches a compulsory military questionnaire for all 18-year-old males, with fines for non-compliance, signalling a major shift in defence posture. Read the full analysis.