German councillor plans swingers party in town hall
A German councillor has invited residents to a swingers party at Mannheim town hall, aiming to boost nudist tourism, but city officials say it likely can't be held there.
Category : Lobbying
Salmond ally McEleny becomes anti-abortion lobbyist
Former SNP councillor and Alex Salmond ally Chris McEleny has become the first Scottish Parliamentary Officer for anti-abortion charity SPUC.
Coalition backs One Nation bill to bar terror-linked Australians
The Coalition will support a One Nation bill to prevent Australians linked to overseas terror groups from returning home, despite earlier pledges to fight the party's insurgent rightwing movement.
Democrats Rally Behind El-Sayed After Michigan Primary Win
Democrats unite behind progressive Abdul El-Sayed after his Michigan Senate primary win, aiming to check Trump and retake the Senate.
Climate organizer wins Michigan House primary
Progressive climate organizer William Lawrence wins Michigan's 7th District Democratic primary, defeating former ambassador Bridget Brink and Navy SEAL Matt Maasdam. He will face Republican Tom Barrett in November.
Somerset officers 'dodgy' over dinner and free tickets
Somerset Council officers accepted a £40 dinner from Newton Europe, a consultancy working with the council, sparking criticism and calls for transparency.
Patriots owner denies claim Trump offered senator money to end Spygate probe
Robert Kraft denies report that Trump offered senator campaign funds to drop Spygate investigation.
Trump Organization agrees sale of Washington hotel for $375m
Trump Organization sells Washington hotel for $375m; property to become Waldorf Astoria. Congressional probe found hotel lost over $70m during Trump's presidency.
Trump administration accused of bullying UK over trophy hunting ban
Donald Trump's administration has been accused of bullying the UK government over its planned ban on trophy hunting imports, with the US Interior Secretary urging a rethink.
Starmer expresses 'sincere regret' over football watchdog appointment
Keir Starmer says he made a mistake over the appointment of David Kogan, a Labour donor, as head of the football regulator, expressing 'sincere regret'.
Queen's backing for Andrew as trade envoy was 'grave mistake', minister says
The late Queen supported Prince Andrew's appointment as trade envoy in 2001, a decision now described as a grave mistake.
Gambling lobby chief tells MPs there are no 'social ills' from betting
Betting and Gaming Council CEO Grainne Hurst tells MPs gambling has no social ills, sparking disbelief as industry fights tax rise proposals.
Bezos Defends Washington Post Decision to Drop Endorsements
Jeff Bezos defends ending Washington Post presidential endorsements amid resignations and subscriber losses, citing perception of media bias.
Leak reveals Peter Thiel's elite club grades guests by fame and wealth
Leaked data from Peter Thiel's Dialog club reveals hidden grading, matchmaking, and security failures.
Trump wants new Washington NFL stadium named after him, sources say
Donald Trump reportedly presses Washington Commanders to name new $3.7bn stadium after him, using leverage over approvals.
Ted Cruz Defends Jimmy Kimmel, Labels FCC ‘Speech Police’
Senator Ted Cruz defends Jimmy Kimmel after FCC review over Melania Trump joke, calling agency 'speech police'.
Rinehart Lobbied for Olympic Rowing Move to Crocodile River
Australia's richest person Gina Rinehart lobbied for 2032 Olympic rowing to be moved to a crocodile-inhabited river in central Queensland, documents show.
Nasser Al-Khelaifi rejects FIFA presidential bid
Paris Saint-Germain chairman Nasser Al-Khelaifi will not challenge Gianni Infantino for FIFA presidency, despite UEFA's calls. He has no interest in the role.
MPs Call for Withdrawal of 'Flawed' Lobbying Bill
Cross-party committee says lobbying bill is flawed and should be withdrawn for six months for improvements.
Alex Dyson Under Scrutiny Over Undisclosed Election Donations
Former Triple J host Alex Dyson raised $2.2m for his third election bid, with $1.1m unspent, which he blames on an admin error. AEC data shows top donors.
Trump Shifts Focus to Nobel War Prize After Peace Bid Fails
Trump's Nobel Peace Prize bid fails; he turns to military action in Iran. UK PM Starmer allows defensive use of bases, drawing criticism.
Peter Mandelson’s Global Counsel Enters Administration Over Epstein Ties
Peter Mandelson’s consultancy Global Counsel enters administration after clients cut ties over Epstein scandal.
Tony Blair and Nick Clegg Hosted Private Dinner with Tech Leaders and Minister
Exclusive: Former PM Tony Blair and Nick Clegg held a dinner giving tech leaders access to UK investment minister, documents reveal.
US lawyers face costly sanctions for bogus election lawsuits
US lawyers are being hit with financial sanctions for filing baseless election fraud lawsuits, as courts clamp down on frivolous legal challenges since 2020.
Trump’s former lawyer Alina Habba disqualified as New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor
US appeals court disqualifies Alina Habba, Trump's former lawyer, from serving as acting US attorney for New Jersey, citing unlawful appointment.
Chemical giants lobby MPs to block UK PFAS ban
Chemical firms are lobbying UK MPs to block a ban on PFAS 'forever chemicals', using disputed arguments scientists compare to big tobacco tactics.
Rishi Sunak takes advisory roles with Microsoft and Anthropic
Former UK PM Rishi Sunak joins Microsoft and AI firm Anthropic as senior adviser, with roles approved by watchdog on condition of no lobbying.
Gateshead Flyover Demolition Now Estimated at £31M
The cost of demolishing the Gateshead Flyover has jumped to around £31 million, millions more than originally budgeted, as the council seeks extra government funding.
Comcast to spin off NBCUniversal and Sky into separate media business
Comcast to spin off NBCUniversal and Sky into separate listed company, raising questions over Sky News future and ITV deal impact.
Howard Lutnick Testifies on Epstein Links, Democrats Call for Resignation
US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick testified voluntarily to House committee on his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, facing criticism from Democrats who called him dishonest.
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