Government Denies Waspi Women State Pension Compensation
Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden announces that 3.8 million Waspi women will not receive compensation for state pension age changes, despite Labour's previous pledge.
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Burnham: By-Election Bid Not to Undermine Starmer
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham clarifies his blocked parliamentary candidacy was not intended to challenge Sir Keir Starmer's authority, while criticising Westminster's culture of anonymous briefings.
Waspi Women Denied Compensation Again Over Pension Age Changes
Women affected by state pension age communication changes have been denied compensation for a second time, with the government arguing awareness campaigns meant most knew about increases.
Government Rejects Compensation for Waspi Women
Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden has announced the government will not pay compensation to 3.8 million Waspi women affected by state pension age changes, despite apologising for communication failures.
Trump's Gun Alliance Fractures After Minneapolis Shooting
Donald Trump's pro-gun allies have issued a rare criticism of his administration following the killing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, exposing tensions over Second Amendment rights and law enforcement rhetoric.
ICE Killing Overshadowed by White House Gala
The killing of Alex Pretti by ICE agents in Minneapolis coincided with a glamorous private screening of Melania Trump's documentary at the White House, highlighting stark contrasts in the Trump administration's priorities.
Burnham: I Was Best to Beat Reform in By-Election
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham argues he was uniquely positioned to defeat Reform UK in the Gorton and Denton by-election, after being blocked by Labour's NEC.
Starmer's Welfare Reform Paralysis Risks Reform UK Rise
Keir Starmer's reluctance to tackle welfare reform, driven by political fear and tactical caution, could pave the way for a Reform government willing to make tough decisions, writes John Rentoul.
Government Rules Out Compensation for 1950s-Born Women
Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden confirms review found no requirement for payouts to women affected by state pension age changes, despite previous campaign promises.
No Payouts for WASPI Women Despite DWP Failures
Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden confirms no compensation for 1950s-born women affected by pension age changes, sparking fury and potential legal action.
Waspi Compensation Decision Imminent from DWP
The Department for Work and Pensions is set to announce its decision on compensating Waspi women, following a review of state pension communication failures.
Waspi Compensation Decision Expected Imminently
Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden will address Parliament on Thursday with an update on potential compensation for Waspi women affected by state pension changes.
Burnham Slams Labour Sources, Spares Starmer
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has launched a blistering attack on Labour sources who briefed against him, while explicitly stating he does not blame Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the fallout.
Omar: Trump's Obsession Fuels Death Threats Against Me
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar suggests Donald Trump may have dementia and is obsessed with her, linking his rhetoric to a surge in death threats she faces following a recent attack in Minneapolis.
US Government Shutdown Looms Over ICE Funding Battle
A partial US government shutdown appears imminent as Democrats refuse to fund DHS without ICE restrictions following controversial killings. The political standoff raises fundamental questions about governance priorities.
Burnham: Starmer Refused Call Before By-Election Block
Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham says he wanted to assure Keir Starmer he wouldn't undermine him before being blocked as Labour's candidate, as Gaza and Reform threaten the contest.
Burnham Denies Leadership Plot After By-Election Block
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham insists he sought Westminster seat to help region, not undermine Starmer, after Labour NEC blocks his candidacy amid leadership speculation.
Minister Slams Reform's 'Dog-Whistle Racism' on High Streets
Miatta Fahnbulleh condemns Nigel Farage's focus on Turkish barbers as divisive politics lacking real solutions for Britain's struggling town centres.
Assisted Dying Bill Faces Parliament Act Threat
Supporters of assisted dying legislation threaten to use the rare Parliament Act to bypass Lords opposition, amid claims of filibustering and safety concerns over the bill.
Assisted Dying Bill Showdown: Falconer Urges End to 'Smoke and Mirrors'
Lord Charlie Falconer urges opponents to stop parliamentary delaying tactics as supporters consider using the rare Parliament Act to force through the contentious assisted dying legislation.
White House AI Slopaganda: 10 Fake Images Explained
Under Donald Trump, the White House has embraced AI-generated images for political messaging, creating a phenomenon academics call 'slopaganda'. Here are 10 significant examples.
Trump's Truth Social Spree: Conspiracies on Minneapolis, Immigration
Donald Trump launched a late-night social media blitz, sharing over 50 posts containing conspiracy theories about Minneapolis protests, immigration and the 2020 election on Truth Social.
Trump Saw Pretti Shooting Response Wasn't Playing Well
Internal accounts reveal President Trump quickly recognised public rejection of DHS messaging after Alex Pretti's fatal shooting, prompting chaotic White House response and policy recalibration.
Starmer Accused of Lacking Backbone on Welfare Reforms
Keir Starmer faces criticism over shelved welfare reforms as government sources confirm no curbs in King's Speech, amid Labour rebellion fears and dire polling.
Andrew Pierce: Starmer's Mistake Could End Premiership
Political commentator Andrew Pierce argues that a critical error by Sir Keir Starmer may lead to the premature conclusion of his premiership, amid ongoing challenges.
Liberal Leadership Crisis as Secret Talks Overshadow Memorial
A secret meeting of right-wing Liberal men to plot against leader Sussan Ley has erupted into a political melodrama, overshadowing a memorial service for a late colleague and signalling an impending leadership challenge.
Ajit Pawar Killed in Maharashtra Plane Crash (29.01.2026)
Veteran Indian politician Ajit Pawar, Maharashtra's deputy chief minister, has died in a plane crash near Baramati, creating a major power vacuum in state politics.
Secret Liberal Leadership Summit Ends in Stalemate
Rivals Angus Taylor and Andrew Hastie held a secret breakfast meeting at Senator James Paterson's Melbourne home to discuss challenging Sussan Ley's leadership, but failed to reach agreement.
FEMA's $8bn Fund Could Weather Shutdown During Storm
Experts reveal FEMA retains $7-8bn in Disaster Relief Fund to respond to winter storm despite shutdown threat, contradicting Trump administration warnings about funding lapse.
Omar Accuses Trump of Dementia After Attack and His Response
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar suggests Donald Trump may be 'suffering from dementia' following his reaction to a syringe attack against her, which occurred shortly after he criticised her at a rally.
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