Nationals Walk Out, Declare Coalition 'Untenable'
David Littleproud announces the Nationals cannot serve under Sussan Ley after the entire frontbench resigned over hate speech law divisions, fracturing the Coalition.
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LA Mayoral Candidate's Daughter Dies, Cause Deferred
Emily Beutner, daughter of Los Angeles mayoral candidate Austin Beutner, has died at age 22. The cause is deferred pending investigation. Opponent Karen Bass offers condolences.
Nationals Quit Coalition Frontbench, Opposition Fractured
The federal Coalition has collapsed after the National Party resigned en masse from the Opposition frontbench, declaring the alliance with the Liberals 'untenable' following a dispute over hate-speech legislation.
Starmer's 'Yield' Repetition Dominates PMQs Clash
Sir Keir Starmer repeatedly used the word 'yield' during Prime Minister's Questions, clashing with Kemi Badenoch over Greenland and Chagos Islands while facing heckling and defection jabs.
Clintons Face Contempt Charges in Epstein Investigation
A Republican-led House committee has advanced contempt of Congress charges against Bill and Hillary Clinton for defying subpoenas in the Jeffrey Epstein probe, marking a historic step.
Trump Administration Pregnancy Cluster Sparks 'MAGA Baby Boom' Talk
Three senior Trump administration women announce pregnancies within weeks, sparking discussion about workplace 'social contagion' and political messaging around family formation.
Reform Mayoral Candidate's Co-Owned Hotel Under Fire
Laila Cunningham, Reform UK's London mayoral hopeful, co-owns New Dawn Hotel, which guests describe as unsafe with bed bugs, mould, and theft incidents.
Greenland Cake at GOP Event Amid Trump Third Term Push
Republican lawmakers celebrated with an American flag cake shaped like Greenland at a Kennedy Center event, highlighting Trump's territorial ambitions and unconstitutional third-term push.
Michelle Obama Speaks Out on Bullies and Gender Expectations
Former First Lady Michelle Obama discusses dealing with preconceptions, anger at injustice, and why she believes America isn't ready for a female president in a revealing podcast appearance.
Clintons Face Contempt Charges in Epstein Probe
House Republicans advance contempt resolutions against Bill and Hillary Clinton for defying subpoenas in Jeffrey Epstein investigation, while Ghislaine Maxwell deposition date set.
Lords Back Under-16s Social Media Ban, Pressure on Starmer
The House of Lords has voted overwhelmingly for an Australia-style social media ban for under-16s, increasing pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer as Labour MPs and peers demand immediate action.
Bari Weiss Criticised 60 Minutes Reporter in Private Briefings
CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss reportedly expressed frustration with Sharyn Alfonsi during background calls with journalists about the controversial 'Inside CECOT' segment.
Badenoch: Jenrick Left Tories for 'Personal Ambition'
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch tells MPs Robert Jenrick's defection to Reform UK was driven by personal ambition, not ideology, as she seeks to unite the party.
Newsom Says Trump Pressure Cancelled Davos Forum
California Governor Gavin Newsom's scheduled fireside chat at the World Economic Forum in Davos was abruptly cancelled, with his office alleging political pressure from the Trump administration.
Nationals Frontbench Quits Over Hate Speech Bill Crisis
The Australian Coalition faces a severe internal crisis after the entire Nationals frontbench resigned over Labor's hate speech legislation, sparking fears for the opposition's future.
MPs Vote to Remove Troubles Immunity from Legacy Act
MPs have voted to remove conditional immunity provisions from the Northern Ireland Troubles Legacy Act following a High Court ruling that found parts incompatible with human rights law.
MPs Vote to Remove Troubles Immunity from Legacy Act
MPs have voted overwhelmingly to remove conditional immunity provisions from the Northern Ireland Troubles Legacy Act after a High Court ruling found them incompatible with human rights obligations.
Nationals Quit Shadow Cabinet, Coalition in Chaos
The Coalition faces turmoil as the Nationals resign en masse from Sussan Ley's shadow cabinet over a split on Labor's hate speech laws, threatening the alliance's future.
Leavitt Jokes Qatari Jet Better After AF1 Scare
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt joked about Trump's gifted Qatari jet after Air Force One experienced electrical issues, forcing a return to base during a Davos trip.
Mike Johnson's Strategic Blindness to Trump's Remarks
House Speaker Mike Johnson repeatedly claims ignorance of Donald Trump's controversial statements, a tactic analysed as a calculated performance to maintain power and loyalty within the Republican conference.
Trump's Davos Speech Echoes Miller's White Identity Politics
Donald Trump's address at the World Economic Forum in Davos featured divisive rhetoric on immigration and Western culture, reflecting the influence of deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller's white identity politics worldview.
Hillwalking Hijabi Zahrah Mahmood Awarded MBE Honour
Social media influencer Zahrah Mahmood, known as the Hillwalking Hijabi, receives MBE from Princess Royal in Edinburgh ceremony for championing outdoor diversity.
Badenoch's PMQs Dig at Starmer Over Trump's Chagos Stance
Kemi Badenoch faces backlash for using PMQs to side with Donald Trump on Chagos Islands, with critics accusing her of prioritising cheap shots over national interest.
Badenoch Fights Labour on Troubles Immunity for Veterans
Kemi Badenoch meets Northern Ireland veterans as Tories oppose Labour's repeal of Troubles legacy laws, warning of 'vindictive lawfare' against ex-soldiers ahead of Commons vote.
White House Lists Hunter Biden 'Crackhead' Jab Among Trump's Wins
The Trump administration celebrated its first year back with a list of 365 accomplishments, including removing Secret Service protection from Hunter Biden while using inflammatory language.
Badenoch Urges Starmer to Protect Veterans in Legacy Act Vote
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has called on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to support veterans by opposing the repeal of immunity provisions in Northern Ireland legacy legislation ahead of a crucial parliamentary vote.
Tech Expert: Politicians Should Treat U-Turns as Iterations
A product manager argues that political culture should adopt agile tech methodologies, viewing policy refinement as necessary iteration rather than weakness, following Kemi Badenoch's criticism of digital ID plan changes.
Ben Jennings' 'Tool-Using Cow' Cartoon Satirises Politics
A new cartoon by Ben Jennings, titled 'Tool-Using Cow', offers a sharp satirical take on contemporary political rhetoric and media narratives in the UK.
Gwyn Jones: From Law to Lifelong Left-Wing Activism
Gwyn Jones, who has died aged 75, abandoned a legal career to dedicate his life to revolutionary socialist causes across Europe, from Spain to Romania.
Democrat Accuses Hannity of 'Hanging Out With Pedophiles' on Fox
A Fox News interview with Tennessee State Rep. Justin Jones descended into chaos after he accused host Sean Hannity of associating with 'pedophiles and criminals' at Mar-a-Lago.
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