Britain's voluntary sector faces a severe financial crunch in 2026, with rising demand, falling donations, and government underfunding threatening vital services. Read the analysis and what must be done.
As Keir Starmer returns from Christmas, we ask what his biggest 2026 priority should be. Vote in our poll on the cost of living, NHS, immigration and more.
The Mirror's powerful campaigning in 2025 secured major victories, from extending free school meals to banning energy drinks for under-16s. Discover the 10 changes we helped deliver.
The Mirror's campaigning secured major wins in 2025, from expanding free school meals to banning energy drinks for under-16s. Discover the 10 changes driven by our journalism.
As Westminster winds down, we explore the tipples synonymous with the political year's end. Discover the stories behind the drinks where one is often one too many. Read more.
Gary Lineker says the BBC must review how its top bosses are appointed, citing political influence. He also discusses immigration and Gaza. Read his full interview insights.
Obama's ex-adviser David Axelrod says Trump's lavish White House renovations in gold and marble are a political liability as voters struggle with living costs. Read the full analysis.
New York State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani takes his oath of office at a Queens subway station, pledging to fight for working-class New Yorkers. Read about this symbolic act of political commitment.
New York Assembly member Zohran Mamdani takes his oath of office at a subway station, pledging to champion public transit and workers' rights. Read about this symbolic act of solidarity.
Political cartoonist Ella Baron's latest work critiques Nigel Farage's vision of national identity. Explore the powerful imagery and the conversation it ignites about modern Britain.
Award-winning cartoonist Ben Jennings selects his favourite caricatures of a surreal year, covering Trump, Gaza, AI and more. Explore the satire that defined 2025.
Award-winning cartoonist Ben Jennings selects his favourite satirical works of the year, covering Trump, Gaza, AI, and more. Explore the art that defined 2025's surreal news cycle.
A deep dive into the Trump family's political ambitions. Explore how Donald Trump's influence is reshaping the Republican Party and American politics. Listen to the full analysis now.
Labour MP Josh Burns will step back from parliament to care for his newborn daughter, highlighting the challenges of political life and parental duties. Read his candid interview.
Labour MP Josh Burns will step back from Canberra to care for his newborn daughter, supporting partner Georgie Purcell's state election campaign. Read his candid interview on political life and parenthood.
Keir Starmer's government faces a fierce backlash after defending its welcome of Alaa Abd El-Fattah, whose past calls for violence against Jews and police are under police assessment. Read the full story.
A Guardian reader highlights Matthew Arnold's poetry as a possible source for Antonio Gramsci's famous line. Explore this and other sharp letters on Trump, Farage, and festive messages.
A visual review of a dramatic year in UK politics. From Trump's state visit and a crucial US trade deal to Chancellor's tears and Angela Rayner's resignation. See the key moments that defined 2025.
JK Rowling urges action after militant trans group Bash Back plots to smash offices of PM and Health Secretary. Exclusive Mail on Sunday investigation reveals security fears.
Labour partially retreats on farm inheritance tax but sparks fresh fury with a planned ban on trail hunting. Analysis suggests the party risks alienating its new rural voters.
Labour's achievements are overshadowed by internal strife and unpopularity. Critics warn Keir Starmer must listen to party opponents or risk a far-right victory. Read the urgent calls for change.
Labour's deputy leader Lucy Powell has a blunt message for colleagues speculating about Keir Starmer's future: 'put a sock in it'. She warns against 'navel gazing' ahead of critical May elections. Read the full exclusive interview.
PM Keir Starmer is under fire for celebrating the return of British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah, due to the man's past social media posts. Critics call it a serious error of judgment.
A tumultuous year in UK politics saw Keir Starmer's unlikely bond with Donald Trump, a surging Reform UK, and a Budget bombshell. Explore the key events that defined 2025.
Relive the biggest UK headlines of 2025 through the sharp, witty cartoons of Mac. From political drama to celebrity knighthoods, see how he captured the year. View his six best works now.
Marjorie Taylor Greene spent Christmas in Costa Rica with her fiancé as she prepares to leave Congress, securing a $9,000 annual pension. Read the full story on her exit and political fallout.
Explore the sharpest political cartoons of 2025 by Fiona Katauskas, offering a witty and critical visual commentary on the year's defining events. See the year through an artist's eye.
The most disruptive MPs in Canberra have been identified, with Coalition members leading the list of suspensions for disorderly conduct. Discover who tops the list and how this Parliament compares to the infamous 44th.
Donald Trump and Senate Republicans are preparing to alter the filibuster rule, a move that could reshape US policymaking. Discover the implications of this political power play.
Activists in Washington D.C. deploy giant inflatable frogs as a satirical protest against Donald Trump's political tactics. Discover the creative demonstration's message and impact.