Melania Trump's $75m Film Premieres Amid Venal Trump 2.0 Spirit
Melania Trump's $75m documentary premiered in Washington, sparking criticism over her $28m payday and questions about its relevance, embodying the venal spirit of Trump's second term.
Category : Politics
Japan's PM Takaichi Wins Young Voters with Economic Pledges
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi enjoys remarkable popularity among young voters despite conservative social views, with polls showing 92% approval. Analysis reveals economic anxieties, not right-wing ideology, drive her support.
Andrew Invited Epstein to Palace After Release, Files Show
Newly disclosed documents indicate Prince Andrew invited Jeffrey Epstein to Buckingham Palace after the financier's release from prison for child sex offences.
Betfred Founders Lead UK Tax List with £400m
Fred and Peter Done, founders of Betfred, are the UK's biggest taxpayers, paying £400.1 million, as the top 100 contribute a record £5.758 billion amid tax changes.
Starmer Secures China Trade Deals, Heads to Japan for Talks
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has wrapped up a four-day visit to China, securing billions in trade agreements, before heading to Tokyo for defence and economic discussions with Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi.
Gates Denies Epstein Affair Claims as 'Absurd'
Bill Gates has vehemently denied 'absolutely absurd' allegations of extramarital affairs contained within newly released Jeffrey Epstein files from the US Department of Justice.
Ghislaine Maxwell's Unseen Mugshot in Epstein Files
A never-before-seen mugshot of Ghislaine Maxwell has surfaced among three million pages of newly released Epstein documents, revealing details of her arrest and financial legacy.
Ex-Navy Recounts Sexual Abuse as Military Survey Reveals Harassment
A former Royal Navy recruit details the sexual harassment she endured, as a new report shows 67% of servicewomen experienced sexualised behaviour. The case of Gunner Jaysley Beck highlights systemic failures.
Betfred Brothers Top UK Tax List 2026 with £400m Payment
The Sunday Times Tax List reveals the UK's 100 biggest taxpayers, with Betfred's Done brothers contributing £400.1m. JK Rowling, Harry Styles, and Premier League stars also feature prominently in the £5.758bn total.
Rudd Denies Epstein Links After DOJ Files Release
Former Australian PM Kevin Rudd denies meeting Jeffrey Epstein after DOJ files show a scheduled 2014 meeting. Rudd's office states no evidence of contact occurred.
New Epstein Files Dump Reveals Photos and Emails Involving Andrew
Explosive new photographs and emails from the Epstein files appear to feature Prince Andrew, including images showing him crouched over a woman and correspondence about a Russian acquaintance.
Andy Burnham's All-Black Style: A Political Statement
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham's shift from Westminster suits to understated black workwear is a deliberate political statement, signalling his distance from London politics and alignment with Mancunian identity.
DWP: Claim Winter Fuel Payment Up To £300
The DWP warns that some pensioners must actively claim the Winter Fuel Payment, a tax-free benefit for heating costs, by March 31, 2026, with amounts up to £300 depending on age and circumstances.
Epstein Files Show Andrew Crouched Over Woman
Latest US Department of Justice document release includes photographs appearing to show Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor kneeling beside a woman, alongside email exchanges with Jeffrey Epstein.
Epstein Emails: Andrew's Response to Russian Girl Offer
Freshly released documents from the Epstein files show Jeffrey Epstein offering to arrange a dinner for Prince Andrew with a young Russian woman, with the Duke responding 'delighted'.
Starmer Meets Japanese PM for Defence and Trade Talks
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer lands in Tokyo for discussions with Japan's new leader Sanae Takaichi, focusing on security cooperation and economic ties as his east Asia visit concludes.
Epstein Files: Musk Invite, Andrew Nickname, DOJ Delay
Newly released Epstein documents reveal Elon Musk's island invitation, Prince Andrew's 'Invisible Man' nickname, and a delayed DOJ release. Democrats accuse Trump administration of withholding half the files.
Digital Politics: Internet Fuels Extreme Ideologies
Analysis reveals how digital platforms accelerate the spread of extreme political ideas, reshaping political discourse and posing challenges for democratic engagement in the UK.
Labour's Burnham Block Risks Gorton to Farage
Brian Reade argues Keir Starmer's decision to block Andy Burnham from a Manchester seat weakens Labour against Nigel Farage, risking a Reform UK victory and highlighting leadership flaws.
Starmer Returns as Manchester By-Election Looms
Keir Starmer returns from China to face a critical by-election in Greater Manchester, with Labour's decision to block Andy Burnham's candidacy creating internal party tensions and uncertainty.
Prince Andrew's Wolferton Move Sparks Local Outrage
Residents of the sleepy Norfolk village of Wolferton express united anger over Prince Andrew's relocation to Marsh Farm, fearing disruption to their peaceful community.
Starmer's China Trip Secures Billions in Trade Deals
Prime Minister Keir Starmer concludes a three-day visit to China, announcing over £4.5 billion in export agreements and investment, including new stores for Labubu toy maker Pop Mart.
Epstein Files Images Show Andrew in Uncomfortable Pose
Newly released documents from Jeffrey Epstein's records include photographs showing a man resembling Prince Andrew in a concerning position with a female. The images form part of a massive three-million-document dump by US authorities.
Iran's Strait of Hormuz Drill Sparks US Warning
Iran plans a live-fire military exercise in the vital Strait of Hormuz, prompting a stern warning from US Central Command as regional tensions escalate over protests and nuclear concerns.
UK-EU Defence Talks Revival Explored Amid Starmer's Push
The UK and EU are exploring renewed defence cooperation talks, with Keir Starmer emphasising a desire to 'go further' in relations. Discussions follow the collapse of UK accession to the EU's €150bn defence fund last November.
Nationwide ICE Protests Sweep US Following Fatalities
Over 300 demonstrations are planned across all 50 states and Washington DC this weekend as activists protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following a series of recent deaths involving federal immigration agents.
Pokémon Event at War Shrine Cancelled After China Protests
A planned Pokémon card game event at Tokyo's controversial Yasukuni Shrine has been cancelled after protests from China, with the Pokémon Company issuing apologies.
Epstein Paid Mandelson's Husband Course Fees, Files Show
Newly released documents show Jeffrey Epstein transferred thousands to cover osteopathy school fees for Lord Peter Mandelson's husband, revealing financial ties after Epstein's conviction.
Brexit at 10: Should UK Rejoin EU? Poll Reveals Divide
A decade after the UK left the EU, a new poll shows 58% would vote to rejoin in a second referendum, with stark generational divides. Political fallout continues.
Trump's Retreat Instinct Amid ICE Controversy Revealed
Analysis reveals Donald Trump's acute political survival instincts as he retreats from controversial ICE operations in Minneapolis, despite his administration's aggressive enforcement tactics.
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