Council Tax Could Soar 75% in Wealthier Areas
Labour's new funding formula diverts cash to deprived councils, forcing affluent areas to hike taxes. Wandsworth and Westminster could see bills skyrocket. Is this fair?
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EU Summit on Frozen Russian Assets Amid Legal Threats
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on using €210bn in frozen Russian assets for Ukraine, as Moscow launches lawsuits and warns of war. The outcome tests Europe's global standing.
MPs' Royal Palaces Inquiry Risks Constitutional Chaos
A powerful Commons committee is demanding access to inspect Royal residences, sparking fears of a constitutional crisis. Could this open a Pandora's box? Read the full analysis.
Sherrone Moore bombarded ex-lover before knife threat
Disgraced Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore bombarded a staffer with texts after their affair ended, then threatened her with knives, a police report claims. Read the shocking new details.
Lammy: Halve violence against women in 10 years
Deputy PM David Lammy launches a radical new strategy to tackle the 'national emergency' of violence against women and girls, aiming to halve incidents within a decade.
Trump's Primetime Address Sparks Bipartisan Criticism
President Trump's 18-minute year-end address touting his first year back in office drew fire from Democrats and scepticism from some conservatives. He announced a 'Warrior Dividend' for troops.
Poll: AOC Ahead of JD Vance in 2028 US Election Matchup
A new poll shows Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez beating JD Vance in a hypothetical 2028 presidential race. The Democrat reacted with a mocking 'Bloop!' on social media. Read the full analysis.
Four dead in US military strike on suspected drug boat
The US military has attacked another vessel accused of drug smuggling, resulting in four fatalities. The strike coincides with a congressional vote on presidential powers. Read the full report.
Albanese's Mourner-in-Chief Role Questioned After Bondi
PM Anthony Albanese faces criticism over his response to the Bondi beach terror attack, as he announces new hate speech laws and concedes more could have been done.
Morocco Accused of Brutal Crackdown on Gen Z Protesters
Human rights groups condemn the detention and alleged torture of hundreds of young protesters in Morocco, as the country prepares to host the Africa Cup of Nations. Read the full investigation.
Trump travel ban may block Senegal, Ivory Coast World Cup fans
Fans from Senegal and Côte d'Ivoire could be barred from the 2026 World Cup due to new US travel restrictions. Discover the full list of affected nations and the political fallout.
China files $50bn counter-lawsuit against Missouri
China launches a $50.5bn lawsuit against Missouri, demanding a public apology over Covid-19 claims. Discover the latest escalation in this international legal battle.
Minns' Protest Crackdown Condemned After Bondi Shooting
NSW Premier Chris Minns faces backlash from Jewish groups and civil liberties advocates over plans to restrict protests following the Bondi terror attack. Critics warn of eroding democratic freedoms.
Wyoming UFO Mystery Baffles Sheriff for Over a Year
A Wyoming sheriff admits he is perplexed by mysterious drone-like objects spotted for 13 months. Read the full investigation into the unexplained aerial phenomena over Sweetwater County.
Russia's Sabotage Campaign Drains European Resources
Western officials reveal Russia's hybrid war campaign of 145 sabotage incidents across Europe aims to drain investigative resources and undermine support for Ukraine. Read the full investigation.
DOJ's Protest Cases Crumble Under Scrutiny
An AP investigation reveals the US Justice Department's struggle to prosecute immigration protest cases, with dozens of felony charges reduced or dismissed. Read the full analysis.
Trump Promises $1,776 Christmas Bonus to Military
President Trump pledges $1,776 'warrior dividend' to 1.45m service members for Christmas, but the source of the $2.6bn funding remains unclear. Read the full analysis.
Podcast: Reviewing 2025's biggest political moments
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
10 Years of Fortress Europe: A Decade of Cruelty
A decade of treating migration as a perpetual crisis has empowered racists and profiteers, argues researcher Maurice Stierl. The next ten years must be different.
EU Summit to Decide on €90bn Ukraine Loan from Russian Assets
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on a €90bn loan for Ukraine, funded by frozen Russian assets. Pressure mounts as Kyiv faces battlefield challenges. Read the latest.
Turnbull Rebukes Netanyahu Over Bondi Attack Comments
Former Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull has sharply criticised Benjamin Netanyahu for linking the Bondi Beach terror attack to Canberra's Palestine policy. Read the full diplomatic row.
Pro-Palestine group slams NSW protest ban after Bondi
A pro-Palestine organisation faces backlash for opposing a proposed protest ban following the Bondi terror attack. NSW Premier Chris Minns seeks new police powers. Read the full debate on civil liberties.
Trump's 'Desperate' Speech Slammed as Polls Slump
Donald Trump's first year-end address of his second term was labelled 'pathetic' and 'desperate' by critics as he defended his economic record against poor polling. Read the full analysis.
Sky News brands Trump's mystery announcement a huge anticlimax
Donald Trump's much-teased White House address offered no new policy, with Sky News calling it a 'frustrated' rerun of old claims. Read the full analysis of the 18 December 2025 speech.
War Reporter Peter Arnett Dies at 91
Peter Arnett, the legendary journalist who won a Pulitzer for his Vietnam coverage and reported live from Baghdad during the Gulf War, has died at 91. Read his remarkable story.
Chile Elects Far-Right President José Antonio Kast
Chile has elected José Antonio Kast, its most right-wing leader since Pinochet, in a landslide victory. Explore the implications for Chile and Latin America's political shift. Listen to the full analysis.
US $10bn Taiwan arms sale risks China fury
The Trump administration announces over $10 billion in weapons for Taiwan, including missiles and drones. A move certain to escalate tensions with Beijing. Read the full analysis.
US Navy kills 4 in drug boat strike, Congress backs Trump
A US military strike in the Pacific kills four alleged smugglers. The same day, the House rejected moves to limit Trump's power to wage force against cartels. Read the full report.
Trump's $1,776 Christmas Bonus for All US Troops
President Trump declares a 'special warrior dividend' for 1.45 million active duty personnel. Read the full details of his year-end economic address and the political backdrop.
BBC TV licence fee could be replaced by sliding scale
The UK government is reviewing the BBC's funding, proposing a 'sliding scale' licence fee and new commercial streams. Have your say in the public consultation by 10 March 2026.
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