BBC Licence Fee Scrutiny After Scandals & Trump Lawsuit
Following the resignations of Tim Davie and Deborah Turness and a $5bn Trump lawsuit, the BBC's mandatory £174.50 licence fee faces unprecedented scrutiny. Should it be abolished?
Category : Politics
Trump gloats as Marjorie Taylor Greene quits Congress
Donald Trump breaks his silence to mock Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation from Congress. The former ally will step down in January 2026. Read the full story.
Ashworth Urges Labour to Prioritise Children in Budget
Former shadow health secretary Jon Ashworth demands Labour puts children at the heart of next week's budget, calling for urgent action on poverty and the two-child benefit cap.
Military Bases Mapped for Asylum Seeker Housing
Exclusive map reveals 2,177 UK military sites potentially housing asylum seekers as Labour aims to end hotel use by 2029. Discover the locations and capacity details.
Pope Leo XIV's Childhood Revealed in New Documentary
Exclusive look at Pope Leo XIV's childhood through rare family photos and brotherly accounts. Discover how a Chicago boy became a global religious leader.
British ex-soldier denies 2012 Kenyan woman murder
Robert James Purkiss, a former British soldier, denies murdering Agnes Wanjiru in Kenya in 2012 as he fights extradition from a London prison. Read the latest on the case.
UK's Asylum Policy: Why the Numbers Don't Add Up
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's Denmark-style asylum reforms face scrutiny as data reveals UK ranks fifth in European asylum claims. Analysis questions the 'pull factor' narrative.
US Urges Ukraine to Sign Peace Deal with Russia
US officials tell NATO that Ukraine must accept a peace deal now or face harsher terms. The deal includes territorial concessions and a war crimes amnesty. Read the full analysis.
Johnson 'beyond contempt' for Covid inquiry attack
Families of the Covid bereased condemn Boris Johnson for his refusal to apologise and his attack on the official inquiry, which found his delays caused 23,000 extra deaths. Read the full story.
Johnson calls Covid inquiry 'muddled' and should be filed
Boris Johnson dismisses Covid inquiry findings that government chaos cost 23,000 lives. Read the full report and political fallout from the Hallett investigation.
Narnia child stars warned about Jimmy Savile
Original cast of BBC's 1988 Narnia series reveal they were warned about Jimmy Savile as children. Actors reunite for new documentary Return to Narnia.
CEO resigns after compromising video call scandal
A married finance CEO has resigned after being caught in a compromising situation with a female executive on a recorded video call. The scandal echoes the recent Coldplay concert incident.
NATO jets scramble after Russian military activity
NATO forces were compelled to launch fighter jets overnight in response to Russian military activity near the alliance's border. This comes amid conflicting signals from the Kremlin on a potential peace plan.
US Legislators Criticise Andrew Over Epstein Silence
US Congress members accuse Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor of refusing to cooperate with the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. His silence speaks volumes as pressure mounts for justice.
Labour MPs demand Reeves U-turn on foreign aid cuts
Senior Labour MPs demand Chancellor Rachel Reeves provides a roadmap to restore the UK's foreign aid budget to 0.7% of GNI, warning current cuts risk lives and UK influence.
China accuses Japan of Taiwan intervention threat at UN
Beijing escalates diplomatic row with Tokyo to United Nations level, accusing Japan of threatening armed intervention over Taiwan. Read the latest developments.
Ukraine's 'Impossible Choice' as Trump Sets Deadline
Zelenskyy confronts a pivotal moment as Western allies rally at the G20 summit. The US peace plan, deemed a 'capitulation,' forces Ukraine to cede territory. Read the latest developments.
Starmer stumbles at G20 ahead of Ukraine peace talks
PM Keir Starmer narrowly avoided a fall at the G20 summit in Johannesburg, where he is set to discuss strengthening Trump's 28-point Ukraine peace plan. Read the latest developments.
Trump's Ukraine peace plan dictated by Putin
Exclusive analysis reveals how Trump's proposed Ukraine peace deal demands massive concessions benefiting Russia. Discover why experts call this a blueprint for Russian conquest.
BBC Under Threat: New Protection Plan Proposed
The BBC faces unprecedented challenges from global tech billionaires and political pressure. Discover the four-point plan to safeguard Britain's public broadcaster for future generations.
Trump hosts Ronaldo and MBS in White House spectacle
Donald Trump welcomed Cristiano Ronaldo and Mohammed bin Salman to the White House, creating a controversial fusion of sports, politics, and power. Discover the implications for football's future.
Eurovision Changes Voting Rules After Israel Claims
Eurovision organisers announce major voting system reforms following Israeli interference allegations. Discover how transparency will be strengthened for 2026 contest.
British Celebrities Named in Jeffrey Epstein Files
The full list of British celebrities named in the Jeffrey Epstein files has been revealed, from royals to prime ministers and rock stars. Discover the key details and context.
Andrew to lose final honour after scandal
The Duke of York faces losing his last remaining title, the Freedom of the City of London, following crisis talks. Discover the full story behind this historic honour's potential removal.
Greene's Congress exit timed with pension vesting
Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation date, set just two days after her federal pension vests, draws criticism from Democrats and scrutiny over financial motives.
Zelensky: Ukraine faces difficult choice in Trump peace deal
Ukrainian President Zelensky calls current situation 'most difficult moment in history' as Trump demands response to peace plan within week. Putin backs proposal.
Diana's eerie warning before Fergie's scandal
The strange tale of Princess Diana's cryptic 'redheads in trouble' warning issued just before Sarah Ferguson's infamous 1992 toe-sucking photos scandal broke. Discover the royal mystery.
Trump's Cozy Meeting with NYC Mayor Sparks Democrat Tensions
Donald Trump's surprisingly warm Oval Office meeting with NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani could fuel Democratic Party divisions, insiders claim. Read the full analysis.
MTG's Shock Resignation: What's Next?
Marjorie Taylor Greene resigns from Congress, sparking speculation about her future. Will she run for President in 2028 or pursue a media career? Full analysis inside.
Strictly Come Dancing Crisis: Should BBC End Show?
As Strictly faces multiple scandals and presenter exits, experts question whether the BBC should end the troubled dance show. Read our investigation into its future.
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