Pharma firms paid UK doctors £40m, raising ethics alarm
Drug companies paid over £40m to UK doctors in 2024. This investigation reveals the scale of payments and the urgent need for transparency in healthcare. Read more.
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Sleaze Watchdog: MPs Must Stop Taking Freebies
Parliament's standards commissioner warns MPs must voluntarily reject gifts and hospitality to restore public confidence. Read the full analysis of Westminster's ethics crisis.
Fed official's husband violated trading rules
Former Federal Reserve governor Adriana Kugler's husband engaged in prohibited stock trading before key meetings, according to ethics investigation. Discover the full story.
UNESCO Adopts Global Neurotechnology Ethics Standards
In a landmark decision, UNESCO has established the world's first global ethical framework for neurotechnology, addressing growing concerns about brain data privacy and human rights in the rapidly advancing field.
BBC accused of misleading editing in Trump documentary
The BBC faces mounting criticism after Panorama was accused of misleading viewers through selective editing of Donald Trump's speeches, prompting calls for investigation from senior MPs.
Farage Under Investigation Over Campaign Donations
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is under investigation by Parliament's standards watchdog over undeclared campaign donations, raising questions about financial transparency in British politics.
Trump Kennedy Center tickets face ethics probe
Former President Donald Trump faces scrutiny as ethics watchdog investigates potential ethics violations regarding Kennedy Center ticket sales during his presidency.
Peruvian MP in pedicure scandal during official meeting
A Peruvian congresswoman has ignited public outrage after being photographed receiving a pedicure from her parliamentary adviser during a legislative session, raising serious questions about professionalism and misuse of public funds.
Court rejects MP Liam Byrne's standards appeal
Former Minister Liam Byrne faces political setback as Court of Appeal rejects bid to overturn parliamentary standards ruling, raising questions about MP conduct and accountability.
MP demands three-year lobbying ban for ex-ministers
Independent MP Monique Ryan calls for urgent parliamentary reform to prevent MPs from immediately joining lobbying firms after leaving office, citing serious conflict of interest concerns.
Downing Street denies special treatment for MP's Villa tickets
Government officials refute claims of preferential treatment after Labour MP Lisa Nandy's office requested football tickets, sparking debate about parliamentary conduct.
Parliament official's £315k retirement payment scandal
A bombshell report reveals a senior Australian parliamentary official received a controversial £315,000 retirement payment while overseeing government property decisions, raising serious ethical concerns.
NZ MP's baby interrupts parliament with adorable gurgles
A New Zealand MP's parliamentary address took an unexpected turn when his baby's adorable gurgles were picked up by the microphone, causing a viral sensation and bringing rare laughter to the debating chamber.
NZ MP suspended after powerful haka protest in parliament
A dramatic scene unfolded in New Zealand's parliament as Maori MP Rawiri Waititi performed a powerful traditional haka after being ordered to leave the chamber, leading to his suspension in a tense cultural confrontation.
Macron hunts for new PM amid French political crisis
Emmanuel Macron confronts his biggest political challenge yet as he scrambles to appoint a new prime minister following parliamentary elections that left France in political deadlock.
Macron summons parties as France faces PM crisis
President Macron confronts France's deepening political crisis as he summons party leaders for emergency talks following the parliamentary elections, with no clear majority in sight and the country facing governmental paralysis.
Pocock banned from parliamentary club over gambling ties
Former Wallabies captain David Pocock faces parliamentary ban from sports club membership after failing to declare gambling industry ties, sparking debate over political integrity.
Haka performed in New Zealand Parliament in protest
Rawiri Waititi leads Māori Party in stirring traditional performance challenging government policies, creating historic parliamentary moment
NSW constitutional crisis over 120-year-old law
A dramatic constitutional showdown has unfolded in New South Wales as Chris Minns' chief of staff refuses to comply with a parliamentary order, invoking legal privilege and sparking a major political confrontation.
Starmer faces Labour rebellion over Gaza ceasefire stance
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer confronts significant internal dissent as dozens of MPs break ranks to support an immediate Gaza ceasefire, creating the biggest rebellion of his leadership amid growing pressure over the humanitarian crisis.
Westminster shutdown chaos hits humiliating new low
British politics hits embarrassing nadir as lawmakers engage in screaming matches and parliamentary paralysis threatens crucial government funding.
CPS drops China spying case against parliamentary staff
Exclusive: Crown Prosecution Service drops case against UK parliamentary researchers accused of spying for China, citing insufficient evidence in security scandal that rocked Westminster.
Andy West: Tech Ethics Visionary Remembered
Tributes pour in for technology philosopher Andy West, whose groundbreaking work on AI ethics and digital responsibility shaped how we think about technology's role in society.
China's 'Carte Blanche' Spy Operation Exposed in UK
Exclusive investigation reveals how Chinese intelligence agents operated with virtual impunity across the UK, accessing sensitive parliamentary areas and targeting officials in sophisticated espionage campaign.
French Defence Minister Lecornu Out in Macron Reshuffle
France's Defence Minister Sébastien Lecornu exits government as President Macron assembles new team after election setback reshapes political landscape.
Australian Speaker's Trump Insult Sparks Diplomatic Fury
Australian politician's inflammatory remark about Donald Trump during parliamentary debate ignites international controversy and diplomatic tensions between allies.
Labour security chief avoids public China spy case grilling
Sir Keir Starmer's national security adviser Matthew Doyle avoids public scrutiny as parliamentary committee questioning over failed espionage case moves behind closed doors, raising transparency concerns.
Jenrick's 'cynical' asylum comments spark Commons fury
Former immigration minister Robert Jenrick faces parliamentary fire over 'deeply cynical' remarks about asylum seekers, with Labour accusing him of dangerous rhetoric ahead of potential leadership bid.
Tory MP's long suspension sparks Labour reform demands
Conservative MP Andrew Rosindell remains suspended from Parliament after 20-month fraud investigation as Labour plans sweeping reforms to restore public trust in politics.
WHO demands UK Parliament ban tobacco promotion
World Health Organisation investigation reveals how tobacco firms exploit parliamentary rules for promotion, calling for immediate ban on smoking in Palace of Westminster.
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