Starmer’s awkward dance in India draws comparisons to May
Starmer’s India trip contrasts warm welcome with UK woes; trade deal signed but economic impact modest.
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Swinney Demands Meta Remove 'Racist' Reform UK Ad Targeting Scottish Labour Leader
John Swinney demands Meta remove a Reform UK byelection advert he calls racist for falsely claiming Anas Sarwar will prioritise Pakistani communities.
Met apologises to Commons speaker for sharing tipoff with Mandelson’s lawyers
Met police apologises to Commons speaker Lindsay Hoyle for accidentally revealing he was source of tipoff that led to Peter Mandelson's arrest.
Ex-South Korean President Gets Life Sentence for Rebellion
Former South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to 30 years for drone incursion, adding to life term for rebellion.
Green Party Candidate Arrested Over Antisemitic Social Media Posts
Green Party candidate arrested over alleged antisemitic social media posts, amid rising tensions after Golders Green stabbings.
Whistleblower Claims Tulsi Gabbard Blocked NSA Intelligence Report on Trump Associate
Whistleblower alleges Tulsi Gabbard blocked NSA intelligence report on Trump associate, sparking security debate.
Tuchel Praises Guardiola's 'One of a Kind' Impact as City Exit Confirmed
Thomas Tuchel leads tributes to Pep Guardiola as 'one of a kind' after Manchester City confirm his departure following a decade of unprecedented success.
SNP Hails 'Emphatic Victory' in Scottish Council Elections Despite Tory Gains
SNP wins most seats in Scottish council elections, but Tories make significant gains, replacing Labour as second largest party.
Long Urges Striking Barristers To Meet Halfway In Fee Row
Criminal barristers strike over legal aid fees, rejecting 15% uplift and demanding 25% rise amid profession's existential crisis.
Assisted Dying Bill Delayed by 1,100 Lords Amendments
The assisted dying bill faces delays after peers submit over 1,100 amendments, raising the risk of failure in the House of Lords.
Starmer's Labour Faces Collapse as Reform UK and Nationalists Surge
Labour's electoral collapse risks making Nigel Farage the face of the UK's fragile union, as nationalist parties surge in Scotland and Wales.
Rayner Cleared by HMRC Amid Tax Probe, Leadership Speculation Grows
Angela Rayner cleared by HMRC over tax affairs, removing barrier to potential Labour leadership bid amid Starmer's waning support.
Cooper Launches Review of ‘Serious Failures’ in Alaa Abd el-Fattah Case
Yvette Cooper launches review after British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah's past 'abhorrent' tweets spark political storm.
Russia Cuts Victory Day Parade as Ukraine War Strains
Putin leads scaled-back Victory Day parade amid heavy security and ceasefire deal with Ukraine
Judge Reopens Trump IRS Suit to Examine $1.8bn Settlement
Judge reopens Trump's $10bn IRS lawsuit to investigate $1.8bn settlement, alleging collusion and fraud on the court.
Grenfell Fire Chief Defends Response, Angering Survivors
London Fire Brigade commissioner Dany Cotton says she would change nothing about Grenfell response, sparking anger from survivors and bereaved.
Starmer Hints at Turning Tide on Shoplifting
Keir Starmer says shoplifting tide may be turning, with charges up 17% and technology aiding police, despite ongoing challenges.
Conor McGregor Withdraws from Irish Presidential Race, Decries 'Straitjacket' Rules
Conor McGregor withdraws from Ireland's presidential race, criticising nomination rules as a 'straitjacket' and citing lack of democratic contest.
Lammy Confronts Met Police Over Home Visit During Algeria Trip
David Lammy confronts Met Police over home visit during Algeria trip, as manhunt continues for mistakenly released Algerian prisoner Brahim Kaddour-Cherif.
Starmer Accuses Robbins of Obstructing Truth in Mandelson Vetting Scandal
PM Keir Starmer accuses ex-official Olly Robbins of obstructing truth over Lord Mandelson's failed security vetting for Washington ambassador role.
Jesse Jackson's Family Holds Private Memorial After Tributes
Jesse Jackson's family holds private memorial in Chicago, with calls to continue his civil rights legacy. Speakers include his children and African presidents.
17 Republicans Join Democrats to Extend Obamacare Tax Credits
17 Republicans join Democrats to pass a three-year extension of ACA tax credits, defying Trump and Speaker Johnson ahead of midterms.
Guardiola Silent On Exit Reports Ahead Of Bournemouth Clash
Pep Guardiola refuses to comment on exit reports as Man City fans chant support during Bournemouth clash.
Sebastian Coe Hails ‘Mahogany Hard’ Keely Hodgkinson and Calls Gout Gout ‘Real Deal’
Sebastian Coe praises Keely Hodgkinson as 'mahogany hard' and predicts greatness, while calling teen sprinter Gout Gout the 'real deal' ahead of Tokyo world championships.
Trump Urges China to Investigate Biden Amid Impeachment Crisis
Donald Trump calls on China to investigate Joe Biden, escalating impeachment crisis with demands for foreign interference.
Blair Demands Welfare Cuts and End of 'Unsustainable' Pension Triple Lock
Tony Blair urges welfare cuts and end of pension triple lock to boost UK economic growth, criticising Labour's net zero plans.
Pink Hair and Red Herrings: Viral Quiz Challenges Players to Guess Politicians' Party from Photos
Viral quiz 'Guess the Party' challenges players to identify politicians' party from photos, with Green candidates easiest and Lib Dems hardest to guess.
England Flag Campaign Sparks Far Right Infiltration Row
Row over England flag campaign in Wythall as organisers deny racism but anti-racism groups fear far-right infiltration.
Labour's Gorton and Denton Defeat: Green Surge Shakes Politics
Labour loses Gorton and Denton byelection to Greens, finishing third behind Reform UK, in a stunning political upset.
Jack Straw Urges Labour Not to Panic Over Farage Threat
Jack Straw urges Labour not to panic over Nigel Farage threat, praises Starmer's diplomacy, and warns of electoral reform need.
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