Senator hangs up on Newsom in furious felony bill clash

Explosive confrontation as Democratic State Senator Josh Newman terminates a call with Governor Gavin Newsom over controversial legislation to remove hiring restrictions for ex-felons, accusing him of political games.

African tribesman found lost in Glasgow streets

The astonishing story of Kaura Taylor, a man from a remote Namibian tribe found disoriented in Glasgow, sparking a major missing person investigation and an international diplomatic effort to uncover his past.

US Olympians Sentenced in Mississippi Fraud Case

Two former US Olympic hopefuls have been sentenced for their roles in a multi-million dollar Mississippi welfare fraud scheme that misused funds intended for the state's most vulnerable citizens.

Ukraine's General Syrskyi Forced to Deny Russian Capture Rumours

Ukraine's top military commander, General Oleksandr Syrskyi, has been compelled to appear in a video to dispel a massive Russian disinformation campaign falsely claiming he had been captured, highlighting the intense psychological warfare accompanying the

Kentucky Governor Vetoes Republican-Backed Crime Bill

In a significant political upset, Kentucky's Democratic Governor Andy Beshear vetoes a Republican-backed crime bill modelled on Washington DC's polarising legislation, setting the stage for a high-stakes legislative battle.

Trump's Alleged Secret Ukraine Plan: Cede Land to Putin

Exclusive: Leaked intelligence suggests Donald Trump's team is formulating a controversial peace plan that would pressure Ukraine to cede territory to Russia, bypassing President Zelensky and aligning with Kremlin objectives.

Trump Ally's 'Flatten Gaza Like Hiroshima' Comment Sparks Fury

Controversial far-right activist Laura Loomer, a staunch Trump supporter, has ignited a firestorm after calling for Gaza to be 'flattened like Hiroshima' in a shocking social media post. The inflammatory remarks have drawn sharp condemnation and raised se

Netanyahu's Rhetoric Challenges Albanian Diplomacy

Amid escalating Middle East tensions, Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama faces a critical test of diplomatic resolve as Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu issues stark warnings. This analysis examines the high-stakes geopolitical chess game and its implications fo

Obama Challenges Gerrymandering in California and Texas

Former US President Barack Obama re-enters the political fray, endorsing a landmark ballot measure in California and backing Democratic efforts to challenge gerrymandered maps in Texas, signalling a major push for fairer elections ahead of the 2026 midter

Prue Leith: Tory Government Has Been A 'Disaster'

Great British Bake Off judge Dame Prue Leith delivers a blistering verdict on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and the Conservative government, urging voters to oust the Tories in the upcoming election.

Tory Councillor's Wife Freed After Jail for Southport Tweet

Lucy Connolly, wife of a Conservative councillor, has been freed after being imprisoned for a malicious tweet about the Southport stabbing victims. The case ignites a fierce national debate on free speech, online abuse, and the limits of the justice syste

UK 'Not Ready for War' with Russia, Warns Shapps

Exclusive: Defence Secretary Grant Shapps delivers a stark warning that Britain's military resilience is dangerously low, lacking the 'whole-of-nation' readiness needed to counter a potential Russian threat. A new review calls for urgent, sweeping reforms

Russia & China Demand Security Guarantees for Ukraine Peace

In a significant diplomatic move, Russia and China have jointly called for sweeping security guarantees from Western nations as a prerequisite for peace talks to end the war in Ukraine. The demands, presented by Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, challenge t

Ministers face vote to ban smacking of children in England

Ministers are under mounting pressure to outlaw the physical punishment of children in England, closing a legal loophole that dates back to the Victorian era. Campaigners argue the current law is outdated and puts children at risk.

Trump Orders 'Patriotic' Overhaul of Smithsonian Museums

The Trump administration has launched a sweeping review of the Smithsonian Institution, targeting exhibits deemed 'anti-American' and 'woke'. Critics decry the move as an unprecedented assault on historical integrity and academic freedom.

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