Labour MPs Rebel Against Jury Trial Cuts to Tackle Court Backlog
Nearly 80 Labour MPs plan to defy the government by abstaining on a bill to reduce jury trials, aiming to address a Crown court backlog expected to hit 100,000 cases next year.
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Scottish Peer Urges Non-Participation in US-Iran Conflict
Liberal Democrat Lord Jeremy Purvis argues Scotland should avoid involvement in US military actions against Iran, following First Minister John Swinney's remarks on Prestwick Airport.
Vladimir Putin's Secret Love Life: Gymnasts, Teen Pin-Ups
An investigation into Vladimir Putin's clandestine romantic affairs reveals a pattern of infidelity involving Olympic athletes, teenage models, and sudden wealth among mistresses.
Blair Criticises Starmer Over UK's Lack of Support for Trump on Iran
Tony Blair has sparked a political row by criticising Keir Starmer for not immediately backing US military action against Iran, with Yvette Cooper and Donald Trump also weighing in on the controversy.
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Westminster and Stormont Mark European Terrorism Victims Remembrance
Events at Westminster and Stormont will commemorate the European Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism, with buildings lit red and survivors sharing stories.
Cooper Defends Starmer on Iran, Cites Iraq Lessons Against Trump
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper defends PM Keir Starmer's decision not to join US strikes on Iran, invoking lessons from Iraq war while responding to criticism from Donald Trump and Tony Blair.
America's Democratic Collapse Already Happened
The US is not facing a future democratic breakdown but living in its aftermath, with oligarchy entrenched long before Trump. Recognizing this reality is key to building true democracy.
NIH Staff Concerned as Director Takes on CDC Role
As Jay Bhattacharya assumes interim leadership at the CDC, NIH employees fear his attention will wane, leaving critical issues like funding and health insurance unresolved.
Blair Slams Starmer for Slow Backing of Trump's Iran Conflict
Former PM Tony Blair has privately criticised Keir Starmer for not immediately supporting Donald Trump's military action against Iran, urging stronger US alliance backing.
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Cooper Rejects Blair's Call for UK to Back Trump's Iran Strikes
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has dismissed Tony Blair's assertion that Britain should have supported Donald Trump's initial airstrikes on Iran, emphasising the need to learn from Iraq war mistakes.
Tories Unveil Policing Strategy: Immediate Justice and Cannabis Crackdown
The Conservative Party has announced a new policing strategy featuring immediate community sentences for low-level offences, a crackdown on cannabis possession, and expanded use of stop and search and facial recognition technology.
Mordaunt Clashes with Comedian on The Last Leg Over Defence
Former defence secretary Penny Mordaunt faced a heated exchange with Irish comedian Vittorio Angelone on Channel 4's The Last Leg after he mocked her support for UK defence industry ties with Saudi Arabia.
Political Stress Causes Fatigue, Anger, and Suicidal Thoughts
A survey from 2017 to 2020 reveals political stress leads to serious mental health problems like fatigue, sleep loss, and suicidal thinking. Therapists report rising cases of 'political depression'.
King Charles to Champion Commonwealth Unity in Key Speech
King Charles will emphasise the enduring strength of international alliances in his Commonwealth Day address, highlighting challenges from conflict to climate change, as the Royal Family gathers for the largest event since Prince Andrew's arrest.
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Cooper Defends Starmer on Iran, Cites Iraq War Lessons
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has defended Prime Minister Keir Starmer's approach to Iran strikes, emphasising lessons from the Iraq War while responding to criticism from Tony Blair and Donald Trump.
SNL Mocks Kristi Noem's Homeland Security Exit in Skit
Saturday Night Live mercilessly satirized former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's reassignment, with Ashley Padilla impersonating her 'ICE Barbie' persona and referencing her memoir controversies and congressional grillings.
Labour's Legitimacy Crisis: Byelection Signals Political Breakdown
The Gorton and Denton byelection reveals a profound crisis of legitimacy in Britain's political system, rooted in decades of Thatcherite policies and public disillusionment with continuity over change.
One Nation Candidate's Gillard 'Old Cow' Remark in Farrer Byelection
David Farley, One Nation's candidate for the Farrer byelection, faces backlash for a 2012 comment likening Julia Gillard to a 'non-productive old cow'. Pauline Hanson defends him, calling it 'tongue-in-cheek'.
Newsom Wants Noem's $220M Ad Money for Fire Victims
California Governor Gavin Newsom demands DHS redirect $220 million from Kristi Noem's controversial ad campaign to help Los Angeles wildfire recovery efforts.
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Trump Mocks Reporter Over Son's Baseball Career in Press Clash
Conservative host John Fredericks responds after Donald Trump brutally mocked his question referencing his son's college baseball career during a White House roundtable.
Labour Adviser Suspected of Spying Met China Minister
A Labour adviser suspected of spying for Beijing held a meeting with the Government's China minister in the Foreign Office shortly before his arrest. The minister requested her office be swept for bugs.
State Pension Age Rise Sparks Work Extension Concerns
Experts warn MPs that upcoming state pension age increases may force people to work longer despite health declines, with eligibility rising to 67 by 2028 and 68 by 2046.
Peston's Nike Trainers Spark 'Unprofessional' Backlash on ITV News
ITV News political editor Robert Peston faces viewer criticism for wearing bright red and white Nike Air Jordans while reporting on the Middle East conflict, with many calling his attire inappropriate.
Labour Reforms Child Protection to End Harmful Parental Contact Assumption
New legislation will remove the legal presumption that children should spend time with both parents, following campaigns by victims of domestic abuse and research showing risks to child welfare.
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Badenoch's Tory Reshuffle Targets 'Dead Wood' and Youth Promotion
Kemi Badenoch is planning a comprehensive shadow cabinet reshuffle, aiming to replace senior figures like Mel Stride and Priti Patel with younger MPs to revitalise the Conservative Party's image and prevent defections to Reform.
Robert Peston's Fashion Choices Spark Viewer Backlash on ITV News
ITV political editor Robert Peston faces social media mockery for wearing red Nike trainers and silver rings during serious Middle East coverage, with viewers branding his style 'ridiculous' and 'unprofessional'.
Jan 6 Police Memorial Plaque Quietly Installed at Capitol
A bronze plaque honoring officers who defended the Capitol during the January 6 insurrection was installed overnight, nearly three years after Congress mandated its placement.
Independent's 2026 List Celebrates Britain's Most Powerful Women
The Independent marks International Women's Day with its annual list of the 50 most influential women in Britain, celebrating progress toward equality while acknowledging ongoing challenges.
Boebert Slams GOP for Blocking Misconduct Transparency
Colorado Representative Lauren Boebert criticizes fellow Republicans, including Tony Gonzales, after the House voted to block a proposal making congressional sexual misconduct records public.
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London Protest Clash: Women's Activists vs Pro-Iran Marchers
Shocking footage from central London shows women's rights activists swearing and jeering at pro-Iranian regime demonstrators, creating tense scenes during a major march condemning US-Israeli strikes.
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