Westminster Lobbying Scandal: Why Reforms Keep Failing
The Peter Mandelson scandal highlights Westminster's deep ties to corporate lobbyists. Despite cross-party vows, lobbying reform remains elusive, with gifts and access still common.
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Sussan Ley Quits Politics After Taylor Leadership Victory
Sussan Ley announces her departure from public life following a Liberal leadership spill, as Angus Taylor takes over with a focus on immigration policy and values.
Angus Taylor Pledges to Stop 'Bad Immigration' After Leadership Win
Angus Taylor, the newly elected Liberal leader, announces plans to curb immigration and address cost-of-living issues, while admitting to past election errors with deputy Jane Hume.
White House Press Secretary's Secret Bad Bunny Tune Sparks Debate
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt used Bad Bunny's hit song in a personal Instagram post weeks before publicly criticizing the Super Bowl halftime performer, revealing a surprising contradiction.
Angus Taylor's Vision for Australian Liberal Leadership
New Liberal leader Angus Taylor outlines his strategy to reshape the party, focusing on economic reform and immigration control in a bid to regain voter trust.
Angus Taylor Must Rebuild Liberal Party's Values and Economy
Tony Barry argues that the Liberal Party's core issue is a lack of shared values with voters, not personality problems. Angus Taylor must focus on economic policies like housing to reconnect.
Trump Pardons Five Ex-NFL Players for Federal Offences
President Donald Trump has issued pardons to five former professional football players for crimes including perjury, drug trafficking, and counterfeiting, with one granted posthumously.
Sussan Ley's Leadership Tenure Second Shortest in Liberal History
Sussan Ley's tenure as federal Liberal leader lasted only 276 days, making it the second shortest in the party's history, surpassed only by Alexander Downer's brief leadership.
Angus Taylor's Flag Display Sparks Symbolism Debate
New Liberal Party leader Angus Taylor's first press conference featured four Australian flags, contrasting with PM Albanese's 2022 address that included Indigenous flags. The move comes after Taylor won a leadership spill against Sussan Ley.
Baby Girl Interrupts Live Political Interview on Bloomberg
A serious political discussion on Bloomberg's Balance of Power show was charmingly interrupted when a contributor's granddaughter wandered into the live broadcast.
Imran Khan Loses 85% Vision in Eye While in Jail
Pakistan's Supreme Court orders a medical board to examine imprisoned former PM Imran Khan after he reported losing 85% vision in his right eye, with his family blaming delayed treatment.
Angus Taylor's Social Media Blunder Haunts Opposition Leader
New federal opposition leader Angus Taylor faces ridicule as a 2019 Facebook fail resurfaces, where his account praised his own post, creating a viral meme.
East India Club's Controversial Merger Talks with Mixed-Gender Club
The historic all-male East India Club is considering a merger with the mixed-gender City of London Club, sparking internal controversy among members who have consistently voted against admitting women.
Sussan Ley to Quit Politics, Sparking Liberal Leadership Spill
Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley confirms resignation, prompting a byelection and leadership contest within the party as it grapples with internal turmoil.
Starmer Seeks New Top Mandarin in Downing Street Shake-Up
Sir Keir Starmer begins appointing a new cabinet secretary after Sir Chris Wormald's departure. Dame Antonia Romeo is tipped as replacement amid controversy.
Kushner in Classified Complaint Against Gabbard
A highly classified whistleblower complaint alleges Jared Kushner was discussed in intercepted foreign communications about Iran, with accusations that DNI Tulsi Gabbard limited access for political reasons.
Starmer Faces Pressure Over Peerage for Aide in Sex Offender Scandal
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure to explain his decision to appoint former communications chief Matthew Doyle to the House of Lords despite his links to a convicted sex offender, with accusations of a 'pattern of behaviour' and calls fo
Starmer's Chagos Wobble Quelled by Powell and Hermer
Prime Minister Keir Starmer reportedly reconsidered the Chagos Islands sovereignty deal due to cost and legal doubts, before being persuaded by advisers.
Starmer Accused of Sacrificing Top Aide in Government Crisis
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces accusations of throwing Cabinet Secretary Sir Chris Wormald under the bus as his government descends into chaos, with three senior appointments lost in a week.
Rayner Admits Labour Tax Rises Push Hospitality to Brink
Angela Rayner acknowledges Labour's business rate and minimum wage hikes are causing severe challenges for pubs and restaurants, while facing Tory accusations of hypocrisy.
Sussan Ley Loses Liberal Leadership to Angus Taylor
Sussan Ley's tenure as Liberal leader lasted just nine months, ending after a challenge from Angus Taylor. Her moderate vision clashed with party conservatives, leading to internal strife and declining poll numbers.
Angus Taylor Wins Liberal Leadership, Replaces Sussan Ley
Angus Taylor has been elected as the new Liberal party leader, defeating Sussan Ley in a partyroom vote with 34 to 17. The victory follows a months-long conservative campaign against Ley's leadership.
Bondi's Exit Odds Spike After Epstein Testimony Clash
Attorney General Pam Bondi's odds of being ousted from Trump's cabinet surged on Polymarket following a combative hearing on Jeffrey Epstein documents, with DOJ redactions under fire.
Union Chief Backs Angela Rayner as Credible Labour Leader
A trade union leader has endorsed Angela Rayner as the most credible figure to lead the Labour Party, citing her ability to connect with workers and stand up to Trump, as Sir Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure to resign.
Union Backs Rayner to Replace Starmer if Labour Fails in By-Election
TSSA general secretary Maryam Eslamdoust says Keir Starmer should resign if Labour comes third in Gorton and Denton by-election, endorsing Angela Rayner as successor.
Trump Defends 'Obama Ape' Video, Says Clip Was Widespread
President Donald Trump has defended posting a video featuring Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys, claiming the racist clip had been circulating for years while praising the voter fraud content.
DHS Funding Crisis Triggers Imminent Government Shutdown
A partial government shutdown is imminent after Democrats rejected a White House counter-proposal on ICE reforms, leaving Department of Homeland Security funding in limbo with potential travel disruptions ahead.
Guardian Issues Corrections and Clarifications for Reporting
The Guardian has published a list of corrections and clarifications for recent articles, addressing errors in facts, figures, and context to uphold journalistic standards and transparency.
Senate Democrats Block DHS Funding in Standoff
Democrats in the US Senate have blocked a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security, citing concerns over immigration policies, leading to a political impasse.
SNP 'Stronger for Criminals' Over Teen Killer's Bus Pass
John Swinney faces criticism for failing to guarantee that a teenage killer will lose his free bus pass, with the Scottish Tory leader branding the SNP's justice policies an 'affront' to victims.
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