Labour Policing Overhaul Sparks Centralisation Fears
Labour's policing overhaul gives home secretary power to sack chief constables, but critics warn of unprecedented centralisation and political interference.
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Pope Leo XIV honours Pope Francis on first death anniversary
Pope Leo XIV pays tribute to Pope Francis on the first anniversary of his death, recalling his mercy and commitment to the poor.
Reeves Accuses Sunak of Lying Over £2,000 Tax Claim After Treasury Warning
Reeves accuses Sunak of lying after Treasury official warns ministers not to attribute £2,000 tax claim to civil service.
MPs to launch inquiry into collapsed China spy case after No 10 publishes evidence
MPs launch inquiry into collapse of China spy case after No 10 publishes key witness statements.
Nadine Dorries' Departure Brings Relief to Sunak but Byelection Risks
Nadine Dorries resigns her seat, attacking Sunak; Labour and Lib Dems hope to win the byelection in the safe Conservative seat.
Starmer Refuses to Rule Out Income Tax Threshold Freeze
Keir Starmer refuses to rule out freezing income tax thresholds, breaking Labour's manifesto promise, ahead of the Budget.
Trump and Queen enjoy Windsor lamb and halibut at state banquet
President Trump dined with the Queen on halibut and Windsor lamb at Buckingham Palace state banquet, amid boycotts by senior politicians.
Finnish MP Eemeli Peltonen, 30, found dead in Helsinki parliament building
Finnish MP Eemeli Peltonen, 30, found dead in parliament; no foul play suspected.
Starmer Chairs Cobra Meeting to Address Economic Fallout from Iran Conflict
PM Keir Starmer chairs emergency Cobra meeting on economic impact of Iran conflict, promising to use every lever to ease cost of living pressures.
Melania Trump Resumes White House Tours After East Wing Demolition
Melania Trump resumes White House tours in December after East Wing demolished for Trump's $300 million ballroom, amid public opposition.
Marine Veteran Breaks Arm in Scuffle with Senator During Capitol Hill Protest
Marine vet Brian McGinnis broke his arm after Sen. Tim Sheehy intervened in a Capitol Hill protest. Sheehy defends actions, faces criticism.
Ex-beauty contestant condemns JD Vance for use of embarrassing video
Caitlin Upton condemns JD Vance for recirculating her 2007 Miss Teen USA video to mock Kamala Harris, calling for an end to online bullying.
MI5 gave false evidence about neo-Nazi agent, High Court judge rules
High Court finds MI5 gave false evidence about a neo-Nazi agent; government orders inquiries. BBC investigation reveals alleged abuse and misconduct.
Rachel Reeves Accused of Breaking Manifesto Promises Over Budget
Rachel Reeves insists she kept manifesto promises, but Kemi Badenoch says the Budget broke them on income tax and more.
MPs vow to bring back assisted dying bill after ‘undemocratic’ Lords block
Kim Leadbeater vows to reintroduce assisted dying bill after it was blocked in the House of Lords by over 1,200 amendments.
Starmer Says Ignorance of Mandelson Vetting Failure 'Unforgivable'
PM says it was 'unforgivable' he was not told Peter Mandelson failed security vetting for Washington ambassadorship; Foreign Office blamed.
Burnham rules out early general election before 2029
Andy Burnham has ruled out an early general election, vowing to honour Keir Starmer's manifesto and saying the country should not face a vote until 2029.
Emma Watson Banned From Driving for Six Months After Speeding
Emma Watson banned from driving for six months after speeding in Oxford; also Zoe Wanamaker receives same ban.
Trump family hosts White House screening for Melania film
White House hosts VIP screening for Brett Ratner's Melania documentary, with monochrome catering and branded merchandise for guests.
Hilary Benn Retained, Maria Eagle Moved in Labour Reshuffle
Jeremy Corbyn reshuffles shadow cabinet: Thornberry replaces Eagle at defence, Benn stays, McFadden sacked.
Starmer Faces Leadership Crisis as Local Elections Loom
Keir Starmer faces a deepening leadership crisis after a scandal over Peter Mandelson's vetting, with Labour MPs pessimistic ahead of heavy local election losses.
Bolsonaro sentenced to 27 years for plotting military coup in Brazil
Brazil's ex-president Jair Bolsonaro sentenced to over 27 years for plotting a coup after losing the 2022 election. Four of five judges found him guilty.
Labour MPs Force Mandelson Documents Concession, Handing Oversight to Intelligence Committee
Labour MPs force concession on Mandelson documents, handing oversight to ISC after threat to rebel over Epstein links.
Burnham Rules Out Immediate Wealth Tax, Signals Fiscal Caution
Andy Burnham signals no immediate wealth tax, prioritising unity over fiscal reform, as Shabana Mahmood emerges as chancellor favourite.
Burnham Allies Plot Westminster Return Amid Mandelson Crisis
Andy Burnham's allies use Mandelson scandal to plot his return to Westminster as an MP, challenging Keir Starmer's authority.
BBC Question Time Rescheduled to Friday Due to Election Results
BBC Question Time will air on Friday next week due to election results, Fiona Bruce announces.
Biden aides warned donors that ousting president would lead to 'mistake' of Harris, book claims
Book claims Biden aides warned donors that ousting him would lead to Kamala Harris as nominee, a 'mistake'.
Earthquake Shakes UK in Rare Tremor
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake near Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, causes £10m+ damage and one injury, the UK's biggest quake in 25 years.
Starmer Faces Growing Rebellion as Labour Unrest Over Mandelson Appointment Intensifies
Keir Starmer's leadership is under threat as Labour MPs signal unease over the Mandelson appointment and ahead of expected heavy local election losses.
Sadiq Khan accuses Trump of fuelling global far-right politics
Sadiq Khan blasts Trump for fuelling global far-right politics as tariff deal collapses ahead of state visit.
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