Sponsors Paid $1M for Sean Duffy's Reality Show
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's road trip reality show drew corporate sponsors paying up to $1 million, raising ethics concerns as he regulates some backers.
Category : Lobbying
Unions Demand Worker Role in Shaping AI Policy
Labour unions in the US are calling for workers to have a seat at the table in developing AI policies, fearing job displacement and exploitation.
Airlines Seek National Ban List for Disruptive Passengers
UK airlines Jet2 and Ryanair are lobbying for a national database to ban disruptive passengers from all flights, citing rising incidents of unruly behaviour post-pandemic.
Cambridge Seeks Saudi Defence Deal Despite Rights Concerns
Cambridge University's Judge Business School is pursuing a memorandum of understanding with Saudi Arabia's defence ministry for training, sparking alarm over human rights and academic freedom.
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Vance Rally Attendees Recruited with $100 Payments
An ethanol lobbyist offered $100 to attend JD Vance's Iowa rally, raising campaign finance questions. The vice president's office had no comment.
City & Guilds Trustees Accused of Stalling £166m Sale Inquiry
Trustees of City & Guilds are accused of delaying an inquiry into the £166m sale of the London Institute, raising concerns over governance and accountability.
Trump Airport Deal Opens New Route to Profit for Family
Analysis of Trump's licensing agreement for renamed Palm Beach airport reveals unusual control and potential millions in profit for the Trump family.
US Psyops Leaflets Exhibit Reveals Contradictions
A new exhibit showcases US war propaganda leaflets from Iraq, Afghanistan, and Libya, questioning their effectiveness and revealing dehumanization at their core.
China Plane Crash Report Hints at Cockpit Struggle
Report into China Eastern plane crash that killed 132 suggests struggle in cockpit. Also: hantavirus cases, German bank hostage, Japan bear attack, Copa Libertadores abandoned.
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Russian Small Businesses Hit by Internet Restrictions
Russian small businesses face losses as Kremlin's internet crackdown disrupts messaging apps like Telegram, affecting digital sales and client communications.
Paid Leave for Union Conferences Sparks Taxpayer Outrage
New guidance removes cap on paid time off for civil servants to attend union events, including conferences, funded by taxpayers. Critics call it an 'insult to taxpayers'.
Trump Ally Stone Slammed for Myanmar Junta Lobbying
Roger Stone, a longtime Trump ally, is condemned for taking $50,000 monthly to lobby for Myanmar's military junta, accused of war crimes.
Apple Settles Siri Lawsuit, iPhone 16 Owners Get $95
Apple agrees to $250m settlement over false advertising of AI features for Siri on iPhone 16. Owners may receive up to $95 per device.
US Utilities Fund Anti-Public Power Lobby
US utilities are secretly funding groups that lobby against public power initiatives, undermining consumer choice and renewable energy goals.
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Liverpool Transfer News: Salah Replacement, Van Dijk Role
Michael Owen tips Jarrod Bowen as Mo Salah replacement at Liverpool, while Virgil van Dijk could help sign Denzel Dumfries. Transfer plans for summer.
Ted Turner's Fortune and Land Left to Charity
CNN founder Ted Turner, who died at 87, left his $2.8 billion fortune and two million acres of land to charity, not his five children, fulfilling his Giving Pledge commitment.
Magnum Faces Investor Revolt Over Ben & Jerry's Mission
A coalition of investors is challenging ice cream giant Magnum over its handling of Ben & Jerry's social activism and financial transparency, warning of brand damage.
Lutnick to Testify on Epstein Connections
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick will testify before the House Oversight Committee about his past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein, amid renewed scrutiny from released files.
Martin Lewis Warns Over Incorrect Online Returns Info
Martin Lewis warns shoppers that some online retailers display incorrect returns policies, denying rights under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013.
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Martin Lewis: £92 Document More Vital Than Will
Martin Lewis urges people to register for a Lasting Power of Attorney, costing £92, calling it more important than a will to avoid nightmare scenarios.
Coalition Accused of Secretly Giving Big Tobacco Platform
Anti-smoking campaigners accuse the Coalition of undermining 15 years of precedent by allowing tobacco giant Philip Morris to give evidence in a closed Senate session in Canberra.
Avery's Fees After Death: Unfair Contract Terms?
Avery Healthcare's new contract charges fees for 14 days after a resident's death and a £595 dilapidations fee, contradicting CMA guidance.
Denis Leary's 'Firefighter for a Day' Raises Funds for Fire Departments
Actor Denis Leary's unique fundraiser lets civilians train with FDNY firefighters, raising hundreds of thousands for fire departments across the US.
Starmer aide held secret meetings with US tech bosses
Varun Chandra, a key adviser to Keir Starmer, held 16 undisclosed meetings with top US tech firms including Google and Meta, sparking concerns over lobbying transparency.
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BMA Chief's NHS Software Firm Earns £20k
Dr Jack Fletcher, BMA resident doctors chair, co-founded PayPulse Ltd, which supplies payroll software to the NHS, earning £20k from his own trust amid strikes costing £3bn.
UFO Disclosure Nears as Three Forces Converge, Lobbyist Says
A veteran lobbyist says public pressure, political turmoil, and global instability are driving the US toward historic UFO disclosure, which could be the most significant revelation in human history.
Ultra Electronics to Pay £15m Over Bribery
UK defence firm Ultra Electronics accepts responsibility for failing to prevent bribery in Algeria and Oman, agreeing to pay £15m in penalties and costs under a deferred prosecution agreement with the SFO.
Greens Vow to Examine Trump's Wealth Over Scottish Golf Courses
The Scottish Greens pledge to open an inquiry into how Donald Trump funded his Scottish golf courses if they win next week's election, using an unexplained wealth order.
Campbell Hits Out Over Farage £5M Gift Coverage
Alastair Campbell criticises media for ignoring Nigel Farage's £5m gift from a billionaire, contrasting it with coverage of Keir Starmer's glasses and Arsenal tickets.
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Parents Warned of Prison Risk for Buying Beer at World Cup
Parents buying alcohol for adult children at the 2026 World Cup in the US risk prison due to strict drinking laws, with penalties including jail and fines.
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