Trump's DOGE Government Slashing Task Force Collapses
President Trump's signature government-slashing agency, DOGE, has quietly ceased operations eight months early. Discover the inside story of its dramatic rise and fall.
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BoM's $96.5m Website Revamp Sparks Ministerial Ire
The Bureau of Meteorology's controversial website redesign cost taxpayers $96.5m, prompting an apology and a ministerial demand for explanation. Discover the full breakdown.
UK father's children seized in Italy over off-grid life
An British father and Australian mother in Italy have had their three children seized by authorities after a mushroom poisoning, sparking a national debate on off-grid living and state intervention.
Democrats Defy Trump's Threats Over Military Orders
Senator Mark Kelly condemns Donald Trump's threats of 'death' for sedition accusations. Democrats refuse to be intimidated in growing US political crisis. Read the latest.
Influencer evicted by Eliot Spitzer over rent debt
Taiwanese influencer Pei 'Lu' Chung owes $40,000 in back rent and faces December eviction by former NY Governor Eliot Spitzer. Read the full story of her legal troubles.
Trump's Biden-esque messaging problem revealed in poll
New CBS poll shows Americans increasingly view Trump's economic claims as detached from reality amid inflation and Epstein controversy. Discover the full analysis.
Four killed in Russian drone strike on Kharkiv
A Russian drone strike on Kharkiv kills four and wounds 17, as US and Ukrainian officials discuss a refined peace framework to end the war. Read the latest developments.
Theresa May Joins BBC Radio 4 Festive Editors
Baroness Theresa May, Cate Blanchett, and Sir James Dyson are among the guest editors for BBC Radio 4's Today programme this Christmas, bringing fresh perspectives on politics, AI, and science.
Russia's G8 Return Agreed in Ukraine Peace Breakthrough
Britain and allies agree to readmit Russia to G8 in major peace deal concession. US gives Ukraine until Thanksgiving to accept terms or lose military support. Read the full details.
Prisoner 951: Nazanin's 6-Year Iran Ordeal Dramatised
The harrowing true story of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's six-year detention in Iran is dramatised in BBC's Prisoner 951. Discover the diplomatic failures and her family's fight for freedom.
Melbourne Mural Labels Ex-Premier a 'Dictator'
A controversial new mural in Melbourne has labelled former Victorian premier Daniel Andrews a 'dictator', sparking intense online debate. Discover the story behind the provocative street art.
Whitehall spends £3,244 of taxpayer money on Pride
The Cabinet Office used over £3,000 of public funds for civil servants to join Pride parades, sparking impartiality and spending concerns. Discover the full story.
Vicar faces defrocking after drunk crash in bishop's car
A Lincoln vicar, Father Sion Hughes Carew, could be defrocked after crashing the Bishop of Lincoln's car while drunk. The incident involved an Archers actress's partner. Read the full story.
Kelly Slams GOP Silence on Trump's Violent Threats
Arizona Senator Mark Kelly urges Republicans to denounce Donald Trump's threats against Democratic lawmakers. The former astronaut vows he 'will not be intimidated'.
Migrant smuggler organised £50m crossings from prison
Iraqi Kurd Idriss Ghazi Kareem sentenced to 15 years for manslaughter of seven Afghan migrants while running massive small boat operation worth £50million annually from behind bars.
Progress in Ukraine Peace Talks, Climate Deal Criticised
US and Ukraine report headway in ending the Russia-Ukraine war after Geneva talks. UN climate agreement boosts adaptation funding but lacks fossil fuel phase-out plan. Read the full analysis.
Starmer Wants Rayner Back in Cabinet After Scandal
Sir Keir Starmer admits he wants Angela Rayner back in his Cabinet despite her resignation over a stamp duty scandal. Read the latest on Labour's internal power struggles.
Drunk Captain Jailed for Killing Bloomsbury CEO in Boat Crash
Speedboat captain Elio Persico sentenced to nearly five years for manslaughter after a collision that killed Bloomsbury USA president Adrienne Vaughan. Read the full story.
Voters support tax hikes for the wealthy, poll shows
Exclusive poll reveals strong public support for tax rises on the wealthiest to fund public services and ease the cost of living. Will the Chancellor listen?
Trump to designate Muslim Brotherhood as terrorists
President Donald Trump announces plans to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organisation, marking a significant shift from Obama-era policy. Learn more about the implications.
Carney reignites feud with Trump at G20 summit
Canadian PM Mark Carney declares the global economy's centre of gravity is shifting after Trump boycotts G20. Read the latest on the escalating diplomatic row.
Ukraine Peace Talks Yield Progress Amid European Pushback
US Secretary Marco Rubio reports significant advancement in Ukraine peace negotiations while UK PM Starmer voices concerns over territorial concessions and NATO membership. Read the latest developments.
Guardian corrects Green Party polling and JMW Turner facts
The Guardian has issued corrections regarding Green Party polling figures and the age of artist JMW Turner when his mother died. Discover the accurate details and how to submit editorial feedback.
$96.5m weather website sparks taxpayer fury
Sunrise host Natalie Barr confronts government over Bureau of Meteorology's website redesign costing $96.5m amid cost-of-living crisis. Taxpayers demand answers.
Ukrainian refugee wins Japan's first elite sumo title
Ukrainian sumo wrestler Danylo Yavhusishyn, known as Aonishiki Arata, makes history by becoming the first Ukrainian to win an elite sumo tournament in Japan. Read his incredible journey from war-torn Ukraine to sumo stardom.
Mamdani reaffirms Trump 'fascist' label post-meeting
NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani reaffirms his view that Donald Trump is a 'fascist' just days after a surprisingly cooperative Oval Office meeting focused on cost-of-living concerns.
Final parliamentary week: EPBC bill debate and party drama
As Parliament sits for the final week of 2023, Murray Watt pushes for EPBC bill agreement amid Liberal Party instability and BoM website criticism. Follow live updates.
ICE detains US citizen teen during school lunch break
Immigration agents detained a 17-year-old American student during his school lunch break in Oregon. Discover how this case highlights concerns about immigration enforcement practices.
Prisoner 951: Nazanin's Story on BBC One
The harrowing true story of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's six-year imprisonment in Iran is now a BBC factual drama. Discover the campaign for her freedom.
Royal Navy intercepts Russian warship near UK
A British patrol ship intercepted a Russian corvette and tanker in the English Channel, highlighting a 30% rise in Russian naval activity. Discover the UK's response.
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