Anika Wells defends $45k UN General Assembly visit costs
Australian Aged Care Minister Anika Wells justifies her $45,000 trip to the UN General Assembly, citing vital diplomatic engagement for the nation's interests on the global stage.
Category : Politics
FBI Director Patel denies report of jacket tantrum as 'false'
FBI Director Kash Patel vehemently denies a 115-page report's claim he threw a tantrum over a female agent's jacket, calling it a distraction. He cites record arrests and spy captures as proof of the bureau's success under his leadership.
Trump Pauses Green Card, Citizenship for 19 Countries
The Trump administration freezes all immigration applications from 19 nations, expanding travel bans. The move follows a deadly attack on National Guard members. Read the full story.
Judge Blocks Warrantless Immigration Arrests in US Capital
A federal judge has issued an injunction restricting immigration arrests without warrants in Washington D.C., siding with civil liberties groups. Read the full ruling details.
Democrats Face Uphill Battle After Tennessee Defeat
Aftyn Behn's narrow loss in Tennessee's special election highlights the steep climb Democrats face to reclaim the Senate in 2026. Analysis of the key battles ahead.
50,000 Student Visa Appeals Swamp Australian Tribunal
Australia's Administrative Review Tribunal faces a backlog of nearly 50,000 student visa appeals, driven by tougher rules and a focus on permanent residency over study. Read the full analysis.
Australian parents face social media bans for child account sharing
Australian parents risk having their own social media accounts restricted if they let children use them under new age-verification laws, eSafety officials confirm. Discover the implications.
Crown Estate probe into royal rent deals after Andrew scandal
MPs demand answers on royal property leases as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor faces losing £488k compensation. Discover the full list of bombshells from the report.
FBI agents reassigned from China probes to DC patrols
Exclusive: FBI agents investigating Chinese cyber threats were abruptly reassigned to street patrols in Washington DC, raising concerns over Trump's 'slow-rolling' of CCP crackdown. Read the full investigation.
GOP's Narrow Tennessee Win Sparks Midterm Alarm Bells
Republican Matt Van Epps survives a closer-than-expected special election in a deep-red Tennessee district, raising serious questions about the party's voter enthusiasm and 2026 midterm prospects.
Pastor Announces Gender Transition During Sunday Sermon
Reverend Phil Phaneuf, 51, revealed she is transgender to her Methodist church in New York. The United Methodist Church recently removed LGBTQ+ clergy bans. Read the full story.
Putin's aide calls US-Russia Ukraine peace talks 'very useful'
Kremlin officials describe talks with Trump envoys as constructive, but no deal reached. Putin warns Russia is 'ready' for war with Europe as leaked US peace plan details emerge.
Nuzzi vs Lizza: 'Revenge Porn' Allegations in Media Feud
Vanity Fair's Olivia Nuzzi condemns ex-fiancé Ryan Lizza's Substack posts as harmful 'revenge porn'. Lizza defends his actions as 'telling the truth'. Read the full story of the high-profile media clash.
Tom Parker Bowles blasts Labour's 'politics of envy'
The King's stepson publicly criticised the government's 'Budget shambles' at a London awards ceremony. Discover the royal reaction and other society news.
Labour's Jury Trial Cuts Threaten Ancient Rights
Justice Secretary David Lammy plans to slash jury trials by half, a stark reversal of his and Keir Starmer's past positions. Critics warn it's an assault on democracy and won't fix the court backlog.
Trump cancels Biden's autopen pardons as 'null and void'
President Donald Trump has voided all documents signed by autopen during the Biden administration, including executive orders and pardons. Read the full story on this unprecedented political action.
Megyn Kelly: US 'went too easy' on Venezuelan drug boat suspects
Megyn Kelly has defended controversial US strikes on alleged Venezuelan drug boats, saying she wanted suspects to 'suffer'. The White House faces scrutiny over the lethal operations.
Leicester's paan spitting epidemic stains streets, sparks fury
Leicester residents are fed up as streets are stained red-brown by paan spit. Despite £150 fines and signs, the issue is 'out of control', causing disgust and health concerns.
UK businessman admits battery in Florida pool attack
Mark Gibbon, a wealthy lighting engineer from Beaconsfield, pleaded guilty to battery after a drunken row with his former daughter-in-law in a Florida pool. Discover the courtroom drama and their surprising reunion.
22-year-old Democrat becomes youngest treasurer in Connecticut town
Thomas Peters, 22, wins a tight election to become Durham's treasurer, overseeing millions in taxpayer funds. A generational shift in local politics for the typically Republican town. Read the full story.
Man to sue police after arrest over US holiday gun photo
IT consultant Jon Richelieu-Booth plans legal action against West Yorkshire Police after a 13-week nightmare arrest for a LinkedIn photo taken legally in Florida. He now wants to leave the UK.
Parliamentary Inquiry into All Crown Estate Royal Homes
MPs launch a sweeping inquiry into royal property deals after outrage over Prince Andrew's rent. The probe examines William, Kate, Edward, and Sophie's arrangements. Read the full investigation details.
China Spy Case Collapse 'Shambolic', Inquiry Finds
A parliamentary inquiry brands the collapse of a China spy prosecution 'shambolic', citing systemic failures. The damning report emerges as ministers delay a decision on a new Chinese 'super-embassy'.
What's The Monarchy For? BBC Documentary Explores
David Dimbleby's BBC documentary asks 'What's The Monarchy For?' arguing it prevents a politicised head of state. Explore the debate on royal influence and modern purpose.
Trump moves to terminate Biden's autopen documents
Donald Trump claims to invalidate all documents signed by Joe Biden using an autopen, including pardons. Explore the unprecedented constitutional clash and its implications.
Post Office Horizon scandal: NDAs voided, police seek victims
Police urge Post Office scandal victims to come forward after NDAs declared void. Eight suspects identified in Horizon IT probe, with charging decisions expected by late 2027. Read the latest.
Dimbleby's BBC series questions the monarchy's purpose
David Dimbleby's new BBC series, 'What's the Monarchy For?', launches a combative critique of royal power, access, and cost. Watch now on BBC iPlayer.
Putin: Russia 'Ready' for War if Europe Wants Conflict
Vladimir Putin warns Russia is prepared for a direct war with Europe, accusing Western powers of sabotaging peace efforts in Ukraine. Read the full analysis.
Trump Officials Threaten SNAP Funds in Clash with States
The Trump administration warns it will withhold SNAP administrative funds from Democratic-led states refusing to share recipient data, citing fraud concerns. Critics call it a political weaponisation of hunger.
Lehrmann loses appeal in defamation case
Bruce Lehrmann's appeal against a defamation ruling has been dismissed. The Federal Court upheld the finding that he raped Brittany Higgins. Read the full details.
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