Starmer government plans to cut lobby briefings, sparking democracy fears
Society of Editors criticises Starmer's plan to cut lobby briefings, warning it threatens democratic transparency and media scrutiny.
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Lisa Nandy refuses to watch new MasterChef series amid presenter controversy
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says she won't watch the new MasterChef series after presenter controversy, and criticises BBC's 'catastrophic failures'.
Nigel Farage Rules Out Standing in General Election to Focus on Trump Campaign
Nigel Farage announces he will not stand in the UK general election, focusing on helping Donald Trump's US campaign, a blow to Reform UK.
Starmer's EU reset lacks 'direction, definition and drive', MPs say
House of Commons foreign affairs committee says Starmer's UK-EU reset lacks direction, definition and drive, criticising a lack of strategic priorities and limited progress.
Jeremy Corbyn Holds Islington North as Independent After Labour Expulsion
Jeremy Corbyn wins Islington North as an independent candidate after being expelled by Labour, defeating Labour's Praful Nargund.
Reform UK expels two Kent councillors accused of 'undermining' party interests
Reform UK expels two Kent councillors after misconduct claim and leaked video showing internal tensions.
Zahawi’s Failed Peerage Bid Preceded Reform Defection, Tories Claim
Nadhim Zahawi was rejected for a Tory peerage before defecting to Reform UK, sources say. He had been sacked over tax affairs.
Mass Non-Cooperation Strategy Proposed to Defeat Trump in 2026
Experts advocate mass non-cooperation to counter authoritarianism, citing grassroots resistance in Minnesota and historical civil resistance strategies.
Trump Fires Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Replaces with Senator Markwayne Mullin
Trump fires Kristi Noem as DHS secretary after bipartisan criticism over ICE killings and personal conduct; Markwayne Mullin appointed.
Vice Media Co-Founders Admit 'Boys Club' Culture After Harassment Report
Vice Media co-founders admit 'boys club' culture after New York Times investigation reveals widespread sexual harassment and legal settlements.
Streeting Defends Labour U-Turns but Says 'Get It Right First Time' for 2026
Wes Streeting defends Labour U-turns but aims to 'get it right first time' in 2026, criticises excuses culture, as Andy Burnham slams Whitehall resistance.
William H Webster, former FBI and CIA director, dies aged 101
William H Webster, former FBI and CIA director, dies aged 101. He was the only person to lead both agencies and restored public trust after scandals.
Reform UK’s Jenrick Announces U-Turn on Two-Child Benefit Cap
Reform UK's Robert Jenrick announces U-turn on two-child benefit cap, restoring it in full, and proposes cuts to disability benefits.
Rayner Leads Labour Revolt Against Starmer Over Mandelson Files Release
Angela Rayner leads Labour revolt against Keir Starmer over Mandelson files, forcing government to give Intelligence and Security Committee oversight of document release.
Police raid Mandelson homes in Epstein leak investigation
Police search two homes of Lord Mandelson over alleged leaks to Jeffrey Epstein; Starmer under pressure as vetting files set for release.
'One of the Best' BBC Thriller With 95% RT Score Now on Netflix
BBC thriller The Little Drummer Girl, with 95% Rotten Tomatoes score, starring Florence Pugh, now streaming on Netflix.
Labour criticises Reform UK candidate over sexist comments, Starmer pledges social media crackdown
Labour's Anna Turley condemns Reform UK candidate Robert Kenyon's sexist comments; Starmer announces social media crackdown for teens.
PM Accuses Labour Mayoral Candidate of Sharing Platform with Extremist
PM Cameron accuses Labour's London mayor candidate Sadiq Khan of sharing platform with extremist; Labour MP shouts 'racist'; imam says Tories used him as scapegoat.
Shigeru Ishiba resigns after election losses for Japan's LDP
Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba resigns after the ruling LDP loses its upper house majority amid a funding scandal, setting up a leadership contest.
Starmer Hits Out at Reform's 'Toxic Division' as Goodwin Unveiled as Candidate
PM accuses Reform UK of toxic division after candidate Matt Goodwin questions Britishness of UK-born minorities; Labour aims to be anti-Reform vote in Gorton and Denton byelection.
Teenagers on PIP get £100 more than part-time workers
Teenagers claiming sickness benefits for conditions like anxiety receive £100 a week more than part-time minimum wage workers, as PM Andy Burnham signals tightening benefit conditions.
Fiona Bruce Addresses Diane Abbott's Poll Criticism on Question Time
Fiona Bruce responds to Diane Abbott's criticism over poll discussion on Question Time, saying she should have made context clearer.
Burnham keeps dog Axel in north to avoid cat clash
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has decided his rescue dog Axel will stay in Manchester to prevent a potential scrap with Downing Street cat Larry.
King Charles faces thankless task in US visit with Trump
King Charles faces a challenging US visit with Donald Trump amid strained relations and criticism from US groups over ties to Epstein.
Reeves Defends Budget Amid Leak Criticism and Tax U-turn
Rachel Reeves defends budget, condemns leaks, reveals income tax U-turn agreed with PM Starmer, and rules out specific tax changes.
Tim Allan Departs as Downing Street Communications Director After Five Months
Tim Allan quits as Starmer's communications director after five months, following chief of staff Morgan McSweeney's resignation over the Peter Mandelson scandal.
Burnham Backs Starmer and Calls for Labour Unity at Resolution Foundation Event
Andy Burnham offers unqualified backing to PM Keir Starmer and calls for Labour unity at Resolution Foundation conference.
Starmer Faces Backlash Over Middle East TikTok Post with Dire Straits Soundtrack
Keir Starmer criticised for TikTok video on Iran conflict using Dire Straits song. Lib Dem and Green MPs say it mimics Trump's glorification of war.
US Lawmakers Demand Justice Department Action on Epstein Files After Andrew Arrest
UK arrest of Prince Andrew prompts US lawmakers to demand DOJ release Epstein files and pursue accountability in America.
Rachel Reeves Could Raise £45bn in Taxes Without Breaking Manifesto, Morgan Stanley Says
Morgan Stanley report says Chancellor Rachel Reeves could raise up to £45bn in taxes while keeping Labour manifesto promises, as she faces £30bn public finance shortfall.
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