Scottish actor Martin Compston explains his 'conscious decision' to stop public political and football commentary, citing toxic social media debates and online hate. Read his full interview.
Declassified files reveal a 2004 Stormont meeting discussed using the Terrorism Act 2000 to tackle paramilitary flags and murals. A senior PSNI officer argued courts could develop 'comprehensive caselaw'. Read the full story.
Secret Irish files reveal officials saw Winston Churchill as 'venal and unscrupulous' and sought to exploit the 1936 abdication crisis for Ireland's advantage. Read the full story.
Newly released files show Tony Blair was slow-handclapped at the Women's Institute in 2000 after ignoring advice to avoid party politics. Discover the inside story of the speech that backfired.
Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay expresses scepticism over a budget deal with the SNP government, citing a 'punitive' income tax system. Finance Secretary Shona Robison will set out plans in January.
Declassified files show Tony Blair refused Bertie Ahern's request for intelligence on Sellafield terror risks after the 2004 Madrid bombings. Discover the security dilemma.
Newly released Irish archives show officials feared the British Army's top IRA agent, Stakeknife, was a suicide risk in 2003. Read the full Operation Kenova revelations.
Declassified files reveal a 2002 initiative to calm Belfast interface violence via shared phone networks was hindered when participants turned off mobiles during riots. Read the full story.
The Cabinet Office faces accusations of a cover-up after redacting minutes about Prince Andrew's role as a trade envoy from public archives. Read the full story.
Declassified 2004 letter reveals Sinn Fein's Gerry Adams warned anti-social behaviour orders would lead to one community policing another in Northern Ireland. Read the full analysis.
Declassified files reveal judges and police warned in 2004 that using Irish in Northern Ireland courts could cause costly delays and undermine public confidence in justice. Read the full report.
Newly released documents show Stormont ministers were advised in 2000 that flying the Union flag was a matter of ministerial discretion, not a royal command. Explore the historic constitutional clash.
Newly released files reveal the scale of Martin McAleese's secret outreach to UDA leaders during his wife's presidency. Discover the golf outings, coach trips, and peace process efforts.
Newly-declassified files show Downing Street refused to release details of Tony Blair's call with Jacques Chirac after Princess Diana's death, citing confidentiality. Discover the official reasoning.
Newly released files show David Trimble's anger that a UK-Irish government review of Stormont ignored paramilitary disarmament. Explore the pivotal 2003 stalemate.
Declassified files from 2000 reveal officials believed Northern Ireland was on the 'cusp of a new beginning' with Stormont's return. Explore the challenges and hopes of that pivotal moment.
Newly released archives reveal Tony Blair rejected an Irish plea for intelligence on threats to the Sellafield nuclear plant following the 2004 Madrid attacks. Discover the diplomatic tensions.
Newly released files reveal how U2's offer of 60 free US tour tickets was slashed to 10, leaving Irish diplomats scrambling. Discover the diplomatic fallout from the band's 1987 Joshua Tree tour.
Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp raises urgent safety concerns over plans to house 300 adult male asylum seekers at Cameron Barracks in Inverness, next to military families. Read the full story.
The US military conducted a lethal strike on a narco-terrorism vessel in international waters, killing two. Read the full details of the escalating campaign.
The US pledges $2bn for a new UN aid delivery model, covering 17 countries. Gaza and Yemen are excluded, handled separately. Read the full details on the funding shift.
A federal judge has thrown out charges against a Los Angeles TikTok creator shot by immigration agents, citing constitutional violations. Discover the details of the controversial case.
Former US President Donald Trump delivers a blunt warning to Hamas, stating there will be 'hell to pay' if the group refuses to lay down its arms. Full analysis of his comments and the potential diplomatic fallout.
A 19-year-old facing deportation from Denmark calls Elon Musk's remarks about her appearance 'crazy'. Read her full reaction and the outcome of her residency case.
The Wall Street Journal's editorial board has labelled the latest MAGA theory about Georgia's 2020 vote 'partisan nonsense'. Read their full critique of the ongoing election denialism.
The Wall Street Journal editorial board has dismissed the latest 2020 election conspiracy theory as partisan nonsense, urging Republicans to stop indulging Donald Trump's false claims. Read the full analysis.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu announces Donald Trump will receive the prestigious Israel Prize, marking a historic first. The award comes amid stalled Gaza ceasefire talks and shared concerns over Iran.
Basketball Hall of Famer Dwight Howard suggests a year of compulsory service for all Americans. The ex-Laker's proposal, mirroring nations like Israel, has ignited fierce online debate. Discover the divided reaction.
Basketball Hall of Famer Dwight Howard has ignited a fierce debate by suggesting the US should enforce a year of compulsory military service. Discover the divided reaction.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is under fire after footage resurfaced showing him at a 2000 pro-Palestine rally where Hezbollah flags were flown. Shadow minister demands apology.