Claudette Colvin: Civil Rights Pioneer's Legacy
The story of Claudette Colvin, the 15-year-old who refused to give up her bus seat in 1955, paving the way for Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott.
Category : Westminster
Starmer and Badenoch Trade Jibes Over Defections at PMQs
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch exchanged sharp words over political defections during a heated Prime Minister's Questions session in Parliament.
Starmer Accuses Badenoch of Opportunism Over Chagos Deal
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has criticised Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch for prioritising 'naked opportunism over national interest' by supporting Donald Trump's stance on the UK's Chagos Islands agreement with Mauritius.
Starmer: Trump Using Chagos to Pressure UK on Greenland
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accused Donald Trump of deliberately undermining the UK's position on Greenland by criticising the Chagos Islands deal, while condemning Kemi Badenoch for supporting the former US president's stance.
Trump's Behaviour Driven by Need for Stimulation and Control
A psychotherapist explains Donald Trump's recent controversial actions stem from his need for stimulation, visibility and narrative control rather than institutional restraint.
Alan Woodhouse MBE, Longest-Serving Samaritans Volunteer, Dies
Alan Woodhouse MBE, the longest-serving volunteer in Samaritans history, has died aged 92. He dedicated 60 years to the Liverpool branch and was honoured in 2017.
Starmer Vows 'Will Not Yield' to Trump Over Greenland
Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledges unwavering support for Denmark regarding Greenland's future, rejecting Trump's tariff threats and annexation warnings ahead of Danish PM's UK visit.
Tory MP Kicked Out of Commons After Starmer's Defection Jibe
Shadow Transport Secretary Richard Holden was ordered to leave the Commons by Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle after Keir Starmer quipped he could be the next Reform defector during a heated PMQs session.
Farage's Davos Shift: Courting Trump to Undermine Starmer
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, long a critic of Davos, attends the World Economic Forum to align with Donald Trump against Keir Starmer's foreign policy, particularly the collapsed Chagos Islands deal.
DWP Boss 'Surprised' by Ombudsman's Waspi Plan Letter
Sir Peter Schofield told MPs he was surprised by the ombudsman's concerns about delays in implementing an action plan for Waspi women, citing a government decision review.
Democrats Push 25th Amendment After Trump's Greenland Remarks
President Donald Trump faces renewed demands from Democrats to invoke the 25th Amendment following his controversial statements about Greenland. The calls highlight concerns over his fitness for office.
Starmer Praised Amid Trump Greenland Row
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband defends Sir Keir Starmer's absence from Davos, praising his leadership as Trump threatens tariffs over Greenland annexation.
Grassley Hints at Break with Trump on Voter ID Law
Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley expresses opposition to federal intervention in state election laws, potentially diverging from President Trump's support for the SAVE Act requiring proof of citizenship to vote.
US Democracy at Brink as Trump Consolidates Power, Experts Warn
Political scientists and historians express grave concerns as President Trump's second term actions push American democracy toward competitive authoritarianism, with quantitative assessments showing significant democratic decline.
Trump's Retribution Campaign in Second Term Sparks Fear
Donald Trump's first year back in the White House has seen an unprecedented campaign of retribution, targeting officials and creating a culture of fear across the US government.
Farage Breaches MPs' Code 17 Times Over Late Declarations
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has been found to have breached parliamentary rules 17 times by failing to register £384,000 in financial interests on time, blaming staff and saying 'I don't do computers'.
Nationals Walkout Sparks Coalition Crisis and Leadership Turmoil
The resignation of all eight Nationals frontbenchers has plunged the Coalition into its deepest crisis in decades, exposing severe rifts over policy and leadership authority.
Speaker Hoyle Opposes Labour Election Delay
Sir Lindsay Hoyle has privately criticised Labour's proposal to postpone council elections for millions, as Reform UK launches legal action against the government's postponement plans.
Farage Defends 17 Conduct Breaches Over £94k MP Salary
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has breached MPs' code 17 times by failing to register financial interests, claiming his £94k salary earns him nothing while defending his outside income.
Minnesota Crisis Mirrors US Civil War Simulation
Developments in Minnesota closely follow a 2024 University of Pennsylvania exercise predicting violent federal-state conflict, as ICE agents deploy with military backing.
UK Won't Be 'Buffeted Around' by Trump Tariff Threats
Chancellor Rachel Reeves insists the UK has an economic plan to withstand Donald Trump's tariff threats over Greenland, defending Keir Starmer's diplomatic approach.
Supreme Court to Hear Trump's Bid to Fire Fed Governor
The US Supreme Court will hear arguments on Donald Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, testing presidential power over the central bank.
Police Commissioner Investigated Over Putin Photo Request
Leicestershire PCC Rupert Matthews faces investigation after allegedly asking a female officer to organise a topless horseback photoshoot similar to Vladimir Putin's iconic image for election material.
Millionaires Demand Wealth Tax as Davos Elite Meet
Nearly 400 millionaires including Mark Ruffalo and Brian Cox sign open letter calling for higher taxes on the ultra-wealthy as World Economic Forum begins in Davos, with campaigners warning extreme wealth threatens democracy.
Troubles Law Vote Sparks Veteran Protection Concerns
MPs are holding a crucial vote on amending Northern Ireland Troubles legacy legislation, removing immunity provisions after a High Court ruling. The move has sparked warnings about exposing veterans to prolonged legal battles.
Millionaires Demand Wealth Taxes Amid 'Wealth Shame' Debate
Nearly 400 millionaires including Mark Ruffalo and Brian Cox have signed an open letter calling for higher taxes on the super-rich, as 'wealth shame' drives wealthy individuals to campaign for economic reform.
Farage Apologises for 17 Breaches of MPs' Code
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has apologised for 17 breaches of the MPs' code of conduct after failing to declare £380,000 of income on time, blaming administrative errors and describing himself as computer-illiterate.
Farage Breaches MP Code 17 Times Over £380k
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has been found to have breached the MP's code of conduct 17 times by failing to declare over £380,000 in outside earnings on time, sparking Labour criticism.
SNP Leader: World Cup Boycott Not Answer to Trump Threats
SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn argues against boycotting the World Cup in response to Donald Trump's tariff threats over Greenland, calling for serious international dialogue instead.
Starmer Faces PMQs Over Trump's Chagos and Greenland Threats
Keir Starmer prepares for Prime Minister's Questions as Donald Trump's fierce criticism of the UK's Chagos deal and tariff threats over Greenland dominate political debate.
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