Trump Seeks Peace Deal for Congo-Rwanda Conflict
US President Donald Trump aims to broker a peace deal between DRC and Rwanda, ending decades of conflict driven by critical minerals. Will this summit succeed where others failed?
Category : Politics
Victims' Mother Says 'No Faith' in Justice Minister Over Grooming Probe
The mother of a child rape victim says she has no faith in Justice Secretary Angela Constance overseeing a grooming gangs review. SNP ministers face calls for an independent inquiry.
SNP accused of misleading Holyrood over child abuse inquiry
Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay accuses Justice Secretary Angela Constance of misrepresenting a child protection expert to block a public inquiry into grooming gangs. Read the full story.
Swinney brands Farage's Glasgow comments 'racist'
First Minister John Swinney accuses Nigel Farage of peddling racist views after Reform UK leader said immigration caused Glasgow's 'cultural smashing'. Read the full clash.
SNP football ban plans could silence fans, warns campaigner
A Newcastle United fan warns SNP plans to extend football banning orders to online speech could be weaponised against gender-critical views. Read her story.
Swindon Council pays £138k after own vans clamped
Swindon Borough Council has paid £138,000 in fines after its own highway maintenance vans were clamped outside its offices. Deputy leader calls it 'not our finest hour'. Read the full story.
Four countries boycott Eurovision 2026 over Israel inclusion
Ireland, the Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia pull out of Eurovision 2026, citing Gaza conflict. The BBC supports the EBU's decision to allow Israel to compete. Read the full story.
Putin's 'love child' says sorry for Ukraine war
Luiza Rozova, 22, believed to be Vladimir Putin's daughter, expressed regret for Russia's invasion when confronted by a Ukrainian journalist in Paris. Read the full emotional exchange.
Adams Targets Israel Divestment Before Mamdani Mayoralty
Outgoing NYC Mayor Eric Adams signs executive orders combating BDS and protests near synagogues, setting a clash with incoming Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Read the full analysis.
ICE arrests surge but miss 3,000-per-day goal
Immigration arrests have skyrocketed under Trump's second term, nearing 579,000. However, daily figures fall short of the 3,000 target, and critics allege a shift from targeting criminals.
US Prioritises Visas for Major Sporting Event Fans
The Trump administration orders embassies to expedite visas for 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics attendees while imposing new restrictions on H-1B applicants linked to online censorship. Read the latest.
Farage denies racism as 28 school contemporaries make claims
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage denies racist 'malice' amid allegations from 28 former schoolmates. He attacks BBC and ITV over coverage. Read the full investigation.
Putin criticises US Ukraine peace plan during India visit
Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed disagreement with parts of a US-backed peace initiative for Ukraine, casting doubt on a breakthrough. Read the latest on the diplomatic tensions and his pivotal visit to New Delhi.
Four-Strike US Raid on Venezuelan Boat Sparks War Crime Row
US Senate intelligence chief reveals controversial military strike involved four separate attacks. Lawmakers clash over legality as video evidence scrutinised. Read the full investigation.
Starmer: SNP has damaged Scotland, not improved it
Prime Minister Keir Starmer launches a scathing attack on the SNP's record in Scotland, criticising their 'damage' and reigniting a row over nuclear power ahead of the May election. Read his full statement.
Meet the crypto tycoon bankrolling Nigel Farage and Reform UK
Exclusive profile of Christopher Harborne, the secretive crypto millionaire funding Reform UK. Discover how his fortune from Tether shapes British politics. Read the full investigation.
UN Security Council delegation visits Syria for first time
A landmark UN Security Council delegation visited Damascus to build trust and discuss Syria's political transition, marking a major step in its international reintegration. Read the full report.
Government rejects 'dictator' claims over mayoral vote delay
Downing Street denies acting like a 'dictator' as it postpones four mayoral elections to 2028, sparking a 'cancelling democracy' row. Critics from across the political spectrum voice outrage.
Trump's Economic Blitz as GOP Fears Midterm Slaughter
President Donald Trump hits the road to Pennsylvania to sell his economic agenda, as Republicans fear electoral losses over kitchen table issues ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Trump's historic pardon streak 'normalising corruption'
Donald Trump's unprecedented wave of pardons for allies and white-collar criminals is redefining justice and 'normalising public corruption', warn legal experts. Read the full analysis.
Four Countries Boycott Eurovision 2026 Over Israel
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia will boycott Eurovision 2026 after Israel's participation was confirmed. Read the full statements and the political fallout.
Putin: US Ukraine peace plan has unacceptable points
Russian President Vladimir Putin says parts of a US proposal to end the war in Ukraine are unacceptable. Read the latest on the stalled diplomatic push and ongoing attacks.
Four countries boycott Eurovision 2026 over Israel
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia will not participate in Eurovision 2026 after Israel was cleared to compete. Read the full statements and reasons behind the historic boycott.
Record £9m Donation to Reform UK Shifts Election Landscape
A record £9m donation from Thailand-based Christopher Harborne to Reform UK has reshaped the political funding race. Discover what this means for the next election.
Hegseth Broke Rules in Yemen Strike Signal Leak
A Pentagon report found Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth violated policy by sharing Yemen strike details on Signal, risking US troops. Calls for his resignation grow. Read the full investigation.
Three Countries Boycott Eurovision 2026 Over Israel
Ireland, Spain and the Netherlands withdraw from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest following the EBU's decision to include Israel. Read the full statement from RTE.
Three Countries Boycott Eurovision Over Israel Inclusion
Ireland, Spain, and The Netherlands will boycott the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest after the EBU cleared Israel to compete. Read the full story on the diplomatic fallout.
Government rejects 'dictator' claims over mayoral vote delay
Downing Street has dismissed accusations of acting like a 'dictator' after proposing to postpone four mayoral elections until 2028. Critics slam the move as 'cancelling democracy'. Read the full story.
US lawmakers demand inquiry into Caribbean strike on survivors
A Democratic congressman describes footage of a US military strike killing survivors as 'deeply troubling'. Calls grow for a full investigation and release of the video. Read the latest developments.
Rogan on Trump: 'A 79-Year-Old Kid'
UFC commentator Joe Rogan lifts the lid on Donald Trump's 'odd' character and surprising listening skills, while criticising his ICE policies. Discover the full story.
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