Reform UK Raises Millions from Crypto Billionaires and Foreign Donors
Reform UK raised £9m from crypto billionaires in Q1, outpacing Labour and Tories. Donors include Harborne and Delo, sparking concerns over political influence.
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Ukraine Intensifies Crimea Attacks to Raise Cost of Russian Occupation
Ukraine has ramped up strikes on Crimea, aiming to make Russia's occupation prohibitively expensive. The campaign targets military infrastructure, logistics, and supply lines.
Tory Donors Defect to Reform UK in Major Blow to Sunak
Tory donors defect to Reform UK, causing major fundraising crisis for Kemi Badenoch and the Conservative Party.
Liverpool Reverses Three-Year Ticket Hike After Protests
Liverpool reverse plans for three-year ticket price hike after fan protests, freezing prices in 2027-28 and expanding young-adult category.
Sackler Trust Hides Names of £1.1m Charity Recipients
Sackler Trust kept two charities receiving £1.1m anonymous in 2024 accounts to avoid 'serious prejudice' amid opioid crisis backlash.
Four Thai Men Jailed for Assault on British Family in Hua Hin
Four Thai men sentenced to two years in prison for assaulting a British family in Hua Hin, leaving them unconscious.
Victoria's Political Donation Caps Struck Down by High Court
High Court strikes down Victoria's political donation caps, leaving no limits or disclosure ahead of November election.
Your Party Donation Dispute: Corbyn vs Sultana Escalates
Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana clash over £600,000 donation transfer to Your Party, deepening leadership feud.
Tech Executives Including Tesla and Alphabet Donors Give Millions to Trump Campaign
Tech executives including Elon Musk and others donated $394m to US election, mostly to Trump, per FEC data analysis.
Gina Rinehart Backs Bruce McWilliam's 10% Stake in Southern Cross Media
Gina Rinehart funds Bruce McWilliam's 10% stake in Southern Cross Media, returning to media after previous holdings in Fairfax and Ten.
Coral World Cup Offer: Harry Kane 66/1 to Score or Assist vs Croatia
Coral offers new customers enhanced odds of 66/1 for Harry Kane to score or assist in England's World Cup opener vs Croatia.
Woman Wins Court Battle to Inherit £164,000 from Estranged Mother
Heather Ilott wins £164,000 inheritance from estranged mother's estate in landmark Court of Appeal ruling that could change will challenges.
Trump's Foul-Mouthed Warning to Iran on Strait of Hormuz
Donald Trump reportedly threatened Iranian negotiators with a crude warning over the Strait of Hormuz, causing Tehran's team to walk out of talks in Switzerland. The crisis threatens global oil supplies.
Albanese Slams Hanson's Migration Plan as Taylor Warns Against 'Blowing Up'
Anthony Albanese says One Nation's migration cut risks worker shortages; Angus Taylor urges members not to defect, warning Hanson wants to 'blow this country up'.
Ryan Reynolds and Richard Branson Team Up for Gin and Travel Partnership
Ryan Reynolds and Richard Branson partner to serve Aviation American Gin on Virgin Atlantic flights, with a humorous video hinting at a merger.
Reform UK Receives Record £9m Donation from Crypto Billionaire
Reform UK receives record £9m donation from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne, sparking calls for political donation caps.
House Delivers Rare Rebuke to Trump Over Iran War Powers
US House votes to force Trump to seek approval for Iran military action in rare rebuke, with four Republicans backing Democrats.
Warren Calls Trump’s Ballroom a ‘Golden Crime Scene’, Demands Inquiry
Elizabeth Warren calls for investigation into private funding of Trump's White House ballroom, co-sponsors bill to restrict donations amid corruption concerns.
Suspicious Bets Precede US-Israel Raids, Insider Trading Suspected
Traders placed over $1bn in suspicious bets accurately predicting US-Israel war events, raising insider trading concerns among lawmakers.
Howard Lutnick donated $5m to House Republicans before Epstein interview
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick donated $5m to a House Republican super PAC a month before his interview about ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Trump Targets Soros Non-Profits In Legal Battle
Trump targets George Soros's Open Society Foundations, prompting US non-profits to unite against legal threats and investigations.
Zelensky Threatens Belarus Military Action Next Week
Ukraine's President Zelensky has given Belarus a seven-day ultimatum to dismantle relay equipment used by Russia, threatening military action if not complied with.
Fund Managers Donate 300k To One Nation After Trump Dinner Offer
Two fund managers donated $300k to One Nation after Gina Rinehart auctioned a Trump dinner. Undeclared flights and gifts raise questions about billionaire's influence.
Hanson Gloats Over Rinehart's One Nation Support
Pauline Hanson fails to declare five flights from Gina Rinehart, breaching Senate rules and raising conflict of interest concerns.
G7 Allies Ready to License Ukraine for Missile Production
G7 nations and the US agree to license Ukraine to produce long-range missiles and air defense systems, addressing critical shortages. Leaders signal renewed unity on pressuring Russia.
Adrian Chiles wins seven-year battle over £1.7m tax bill
Adrian Chiles wins seven-year legal battle with HMRC over £1.7m tax bill, tribunal rules he was a contractor not employee.
UK ministers aim to ban cryptocurrency political donations over anonymity risks
UK ministers plan to ban cryptocurrency political donations due to anonymity risks, but the crackdown may not be ready for the upcoming elections bill.
Grace Tame Shuts Down Charity Amid Financial Woes and Controversy
Grace Tame closes her charity after financial losses and controversy over 'intifada' comments at a pro-Palestine rally.
Trump's Iran Truce Deal Includes £223 Billion Rebuilding
A new deal between the US and Iran reportedly requires Washington to pay $300 billion (£223bn) for Iran's reconstruction, with the Strait of Hormuz reopening.
Reform UK Donor Exodus Rocks Farage's Election Bid
Nigel Farage claims Reform activist filmed making racist remarks is an actor, as donor exodus hits campaign.
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