Five-year jail terms for vehicle smugglers in new UK law
Criminals who modify vehicles to smuggle migrants, drugs and guns into the UK face five years in prison under new legislation. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Category : Politics
Ex Claims Nuzzi Set Date to 'Consummate' RFK Jr Affair
Ryan Lizza alleges Olivia Nuzzi planned a rendezvous with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. A comic book gift and a specific date feature in the explosive Substack claims. Read the full story.
Santa arrested at Palestine Action protest in Norwich
A man dressed as Father Christmas was detained by police at a Palestine Action demonstration in Norwich. Ten people were arrested for alleged support of a proscribed group.
Budget Fallout: Westminster Chaos as OBR Chief Exits
Westminster reels as Budget leaks, the OBR chief's departure, and Labour's press conference expose deep political turmoil. Read the full analysis of a day of high drama.
Mobile Brain Scanners for UK Troops in £3.1m Breakthrough
British frontline troops will receive mobile brain scans to measure blast damage in a world-first medical advancement. The £3.1m project aims to solve the mystery of long-term brain injury.
Starmer on China: Security Threat, Economic Necessity
PM Keir Starmer warns China poses a UK national security threat but says engagement is a duty. Read his full foreign policy speech analysis and the spy case fallout.
Guardian corrects government spending chart and obituary
The Guardian has issued corrections for a government expenditure chart that mislabelled £400bn and omitted £62bn, and for an obituary of architect Christopher Mullan. Discover the details and how to report errors.
Jada Pinkett Smith sued for $3M over alleged death threats
Will Smith's long-time friend Bilaal Salaam files a $3 million lawsuit, alleging Jada Pinkett Smith threatened he would 'end up missing' if he didn't sign an NDA. Read the shocking court claims.
Schumer's NY Offices Targeted with MAGA Bomb Threats
US Senate leader Chuck Schumer's New York offices received emailed bomb threats referencing rigged election claims. Law enforcement responded. Read the latest details.
White House Holiday Prep with Melania Trump and Usha Vance
As December arrives, the White House dons Christmas decorations. First Lady Melania Trump and Second Lady Usha Vance helped assemble holiday care packages at Joint Base Andrews. Discover the festive preparations.
Mace Campaign Adviser Quits, Accuses Her of Disloyalty to Trump
A key campaign consultant for Rep. Nancy Mace has resigned, accusing her of turning her back on MAGA. The drama unfolds amid tensions over the Epstein files and Trump's endorsement for the South Carolina governor's race.
GOP Senator Rebels Against Trump's Redistricting Map
An Indiana Republican senator vows to vote against a GOP redistricting plan, citing President Trump's 'insulting' rhetoric about disabilities. Could this derail a key power play?
Starmer slams Brexit 'wild promises' in foreign policy speech
PM Keir Starmer has criticised the 'wild promises' of Brexit and warned against a 'corrosive, inward-looking attitude' in a major speech on Britain's global role. Read his full foreign policy address.
Starmer: UK must not shrink from chaotic world
PM Keir Starmer defends his internationalist foreign policy in a major speech, criticising inward-looking attitudes and reaffirming commitments to NATO and global engagement. Read his full argument.
Starmer Defends Internationalism in Major Foreign Policy Speech
PM Keir Starmer warns against 'inward-looking' politics, defends NATO and ECHR membership, and outlines his 'outward-facing' foreign policy vision in his Guildhall address.
Starmer's China stance: Security threats but must work with Beijing
PM Keir Starmer defends a pragmatic approach to China, acknowledging national security threats while pushing for engagement. A crucial decision on a new Chinese super embassy is due next week.
Starmer's stiffest test: Labour's drift back to old ways
Keir Starmer must reshape Labour again to deliver pro-growth change, facing resistance from old guard refuseniks. Can he secure the economic renewal Britain voted for?
Poll: Half of Americans See Trump as 'Poor' President
A new YouGov survey reveals nearly 50% of US adults believe Donald Trump will be remembered as a 'poor' or 'below average' president, as his approval ratings hit record lows. Read the full analysis.
Ex-MP: Labour's Tax Pledge Was an Unnecessary Straitjacket
Former Labour MP Tony Wright argues manifesto pledges like Starmer's tax promise are not binding contracts. Good governance requires flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances. Read the full analysis.
Lords' 1,000 amendments threaten assisted dying bill
The assisted dying bill, backed by MPs, faces opposition in the House of Lords with over 1,000 tabled amendments. Doctors and a former judge call for an end to the legislative logjam. Read the full debate.
Progressive Democrats Take Over in Rust Belt Swing States
A new wave of progressive Democrats is defeating establishment figures in key US swing states, driven by voter frustration over housing, transit, and party direction. Discover the movement reshaping American politics.
Trump's Honduras Pardon Exposes US Drug War Hypocrisy
Donald Trump's pledge to pardon convicted ex-Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández, while targeting Venezuela's Maduro, reveals a 'charade' in US counter-drug policy, experts say. Read the analysis.
Your Party proxy war looms after leadership vote
The new left-wing Your Party faces internal strife as supporters of Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana continue their battle for influence, despite members opting for a collective leadership model at the inaugural conference in Liverpool.
Starmer defends Reeves over OBR forecast accusations
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has defended Chancellor Rachel Reeves after she was accused of misleading the public with OBR economic forecasts. Explore the details of the budget row and its political fallout.
Cartoonist Ben Jennings critiques hard-right migration narrative
Political cartoonist Ben Jennings delivers a sharp visual critique of the hard-right's stance on migration. Explore the symbolism and message behind his latest powerful artwork.
Starmer Admits He Considered Income Tax Manifesto Breach
Keir Starmer defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves, revealing he personally weighed breaking a manifesto pledge on income tax. Analysis shows his political survival is now bound to hers. Read the full story.
Victoria's Flawed Voting System Faces Scrutiny
Victoria remains Australia's only state using group voting tickets for its upper house, a system that allows backroom deals to decide elections. Discover the push for reform and who stands to gain or lose.
Top Minister Urges Farage to Apologise for School Behaviour
Attorney General Richard Hermer calls on Nigel Farage to apologise to former classmates alleging racist and antisemitic bullying at Dulwich College. Read the full story.
UK Aims for Erasmus Rejoin Deal by January
UK negotiators aim to finalise a deal to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ student exchange scheme by January 2027. This follows a setback in defence cooperation talks and is part of a wider push to reset UK-EU relations.
ICE raid blocked by protesters in New York City
Federal immigration agents' raid in Manhattan's Chinatown was halted by 200 activists. Several arrests made as NYPD faces criticism for involvement. Read the full report.
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