UK campaigners push for voting age to drop to 16

A growing movement in the UK is calling for the voting age to be lowered to 16, arguing that young people deserve a say in their future. Could this change the political landscape?

Voting age lowered to 16 in England and NI

The UK government has passed a landmark decision to lower the voting age to 16 for general elections in England and Northern Ireland, empowering younger voices in democracy.

Trump's HIV funding cuts plan sparks outrage

Former President Donald Trump's proposal to cut funding for PEPFAR, a key HIV/AIDS relief programme, has drawn sharp criticism from health advocates and lawmakers.

Pope Francis calls for Gaza ceasefire

Pope Francis has made a heartfelt plea for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, condemning the violence and urging global leaders to prioritise civilian safety.

US threatens Eswatini with Trump-era deportations

The US government has warned Eswatini, Africa's last absolute monarchy, of potential deportations under a Trump-era immigration policy. Discover the implications for King Mswati III's regime and US-Eswatini relations.

UK leaks Afghan evacuees' data in Pakistan hotel

Sensitive details of Afghan nationals seeking UK asylum were accidentally leaked, exposing them to potential Taliban retaliation. The breach occurred at a Pakistan hotel housing evacuees.

Labour MP resigns over Starmer's Gaza policy

Labour MP Rachael Maskell steps down from her frontbench role, citing disagreements with Keir Starmer's position on the Gaza conflict, as internal party tensions rise.

1,000+ migrants cross Channel in one day

More than 1,000 migrants crossed the English Channel in small boats in just 24 hours, marking one of the busiest days of the year. The surge comes as the UK government faces mounting pressure over its immigration policies.

Body found in search for missing Brit in Spain

Spanish authorities have discovered a body believed to be missing British expat Matthew Hall, who vanished in Tenerife last month. The grim find follows an intensive search operation.

Violent ambush at Essex asylum hotel

Security personnel at an Essex asylum seeker hotel were violently ambushed by a hostile crowd, raising serious concerns over immigration tensions in the UK.

Labour rebels challenge Starmer as Merz visits UK

Keir Starmer faces internal dissent within Labour while Friedrich Merz's UK visit sparks diplomatic discussions. Kemi Badenoch grapples with Conservative infighting amid Reform UK's rise.

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