Reform UK secures first peer with Tory defection
Lord Malcolm Offord defects from the Conservatives, giving Reform UK its first representative in the House of Lords. Explore the political implications of this significant shift.
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Fergie's future in doubt as Royal Lodge exit looms
Sarah Ferguson faces an uncertain future as she prepares to leave Royal Lodge. Jennie Bond reveals the one thing she never believed about Fergie's finances. Read the full analysis.
Tory Lord defects to Reform UK for Holyrood campaign
Lord Malcolm Offord quits the Conservatives, saying the party has 'given up on Scotland'. He will campaign for a seat in the Scottish Parliament elections next May.
Tory Minister Defects to Reform UK, Targets Holyrood
Lord Malcolm Offord, a former Conservative exports minister, has joined Reform UK and will stand for the Scottish Parliament. He will resign his peerage. Read the full story.
Tory Lord defects to Reform UK for Holyrood campaign
Former Conservative minister Lord Malcolm Offord quits the Tories, joins Reform UK and announces he will run in the Scottish Parliament elections. Read the full story.
Zelenskyy to Meet Starmer at No.10 Over US Peace Plan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will hold talks with PM Keir Starmer in London to discuss a draft US peace deal. The meeting aims to align UK and Ukrainian positions ahead of a potential summit. Read the full analysis.
Beijing summons journalists in Hong Kong after deadly fire
Hong Kong's national security office warns international media after critical coverage of the Wang Fuk Court fire that killed 159 people. Read the full report on the escalating tensions.
Millionaire Tory donor Lord Offord defects to Reform UK
Conservative peer and former minister Lord Malcolm Offord announces defection to Reform UK and plans to stand in the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections. Read the full story.
How conservatism is being marketed as 'hot' to young women
A new strategy from the US right aims to recruit young female voters by framing conservatism as an aspirational, attractive lifestyle. Discover the figures and tactics behind this cultural shift.
Trump's 'garbage' remark on Somalis sparks outrage
Donald Trump's administration intensifies hostile language towards immigrants, suspends Afghan visas and faces accusations of xenophobia after a shooting in Washington DC. Read the full analysis.
Widow: Associate's Flu Led to Richardson's Death
Amanda Richardson believes her husband, Labor legend Graham Richardson, would be alive if not for contracting influenza from an associate. The infection led to fatal pneumonia.
Reform UK Creates Own Tartan for Scottish Campaign
Reform UK announces its own tartan for scarves, hats, and kilts to woo Scottish voters. Nigel Farage rallies in Falkirk amid immigration debate.
Swinney Condemns Farage Ahead of Reform UK Scotland Rally
Scotland's First Minister accuses Nigel Farage of attempting to 'whip up hate' over immigration ahead of a key Reform UK campaign rally in Falkirk. Read the full story.
Barbie's Ruth Handler: Benevolent Icon or Cutthroat Businesswoman?
A new unauthorised history claims Barbie creator Ruth Handler was a ruthless litigator who stole the doll's design and sabotaged women's rights. Discover the shocking truth behind the Mattel myth.
Met Police clears itself in double murder corruption probe
Scotland Yard's anti-corruption unit finds no wrongdoing after a three-year probe into a police informant's links to the 1993 murders of PC Patrick Dunne and William Danso, despite failing to interview a key ex-officer witness.
Crown Jewels smothered in protest at Tower of London
Protesters from Take Back Power covered a Crown Jewels case in apple crumble and custard, demanding a 'House of the People' to tax extreme wealth. Read the latest on this dramatic demonstration.
Farage's Falkirk rally draws 'whip up hate' claim from Swinney
Nigel Farage holds a Reform UK rally in Falkirk, as John Swinney accuses him of seeking to 'whip up hate'. The event marks the party's push for the Scottish Parliament elections.
Gove warns Streeting over Rayner in Labour leadership race
Michael Gove claims Angela Rayner is more likely than Wes Streeting to win a future Labour leadership contest, dismissing rumours of a pact. Discover the internal party dynamics.
Massive Russian air strike hits Ukraine as NATO jets scramble
Russia launched one of its largest air assaults of the war overnight, firing over 700 missiles and drones at civilian infrastructure. Read the latest on the devastating attacks and the stalled peace negotiations.
Cartoonist Rebecca Hendin Satirises Political Candidates
Award-winning cartoonist Rebecca Hendin's latest work offers a sharp, visual critique of the political landscape and its candidates. Discover the satire behind the sketch.
Trump's White America fantasy clashes with US demographic reality
Analysis: Trump's anti-immigrant raids and rhetoric aim to recreate a mythical white America. Experts say it's racist panic against inevitable demographic change.
Massive Russian Strikes Hit Ukraine During US Peace Talks
Russia unleashed a huge overnight barrage on Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure as US-Ukrainian negotiators met in Miami. Explore the latest on the conflict and diplomatic efforts.
5 Killed in Afghan-Pakistan Border Exchange of Fire
An overnight exchange of fire along the Afghan-Pakistan border has killed five Afghan civilians and wounded eight, officials confirm. The clash breaches a Qatar-mediated ceasefire. Read the latest.
Europe's 'Reassurance Force' Plan for Ukraine Post-War
Britain and France are spearheading plans for a multinational 'Reassurance Force' to retrain Ukraine's army after a ceasefire. Could this deter future Russian aggression?
DUP to block Sinn Fein EU observer status motion
The DUP will table a petition of concern against a Sinn Fein motion seeking Stormont's backing for European Parliament observer status. Vote set for Monday.
Putin's India fuel pledge risks row with Trump amid Ukraine talks
Vladimir Putin pledges 'uninterrupted' fuel to India, risking US tensions. As peace talks stall, Russia launches a massive overnight drone and missile attack on Ukraine. Read the latest.
Tony Blair 'planning intervention' over Labour's future
Sir Tony Blair is reportedly assembling a major policy plan to 'save the Labour party' amid frustrations with Sir Keir Starmer's leadership. Discover the details of the brewing rift.
Labour bans trans women from main conference proceedings
Labour's NEC has approved a plan to restrict the main hall of its 2026 Women's Conference to biological women, following a Supreme Court ruling on the Equality Act. Read the full story.
NATO responds to major Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine
NATO fighter jets were scrambled after Russia launched one of its heaviest missile and drone assaults of the war, targeting civilian infrastructure and causing widespread outages. Follow the latest developments.
London councils spend £500m on private firms in 2024
A new report exposes London councils' 'sustained reliance' on consultancy and outsourcing firms, with spending exceeding half a billion pounds last year. Discover the impact of austerity and the call to rebuild public services.
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