Politics
Iran intensifies Strait of Hormuz surveillance as oil flows crash
Iran has stepped up surveillance and altered attack patterns in the Strait of Hormuz, causing a sharp fall in oil transit and escalating military tensions with the US.
US faces missile defence shortage until 2030 due to Iran war
Internal Pentagon assessments reveal that US strategic air defence stockpiles will remain critically low until 2030, driven by heavy consumption during the Iran war.
Nigel Farage accused of protecting candidate his own team called a racist over posts
Nigel Farage is facing scrutiny after undercover footage revealed he intervened to keep a Reform UK candidate whom his staff privately called racist.
John Swinney branded 'clueless' on achieving independence as SNP gathers in Aberdeen
As the SNP gathers in Aberdeen, First Minister John Swinney faces internal criticism over independence strategy and unveils the new Choose Scotland campaign.
John Healey poised to raise taxes on banks in budget
Chancellor John Healey is widely expected to target the financial sector for increased levies in his forthcoming budget to stabilize public finances.
Labour asks its councils to scrap coalitions with the Greens over Zionism policy
Labour has instructed its local councillors to end power-sharing agreements with the Green Party unless local groups reject a contentious national conference motion defining Zionism as a form of racism.
Kemi Badenoch attacked by White House over Nigel Farage Chagos row
A political storm erupted after the White House accused Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch of peddling fake news following her clashes with Nigel Farage.
Andy Burnham risks plunging Britain into darkness - terrifying winter
Whitehall insiders warn that Prime Minister Andy Burnham's political priorities and delayed energy decisions threaten Britain with winter blackouts and food shortages.
Reform UK suspends councillors over racist and violent threats caught by ITV
An undercover ITV investigation has plunged Reform UK into crisis after capturing councillors and candidates making violent threats and racist remarks.
Nearly two million foreign nationals 'receiving benefits or state pension
A landmark Centre for Social Justice report reveals that nearly two million foreign nationals accessed UK welfare support or state pensions last year, sparking a fierce political debate over public spending.
SNP challenges Andy Burnham to allow second Scottish independence vote
The SNP has ratcheted up a constitutional showdown with Westminster by challenging Prime Minister Andy Burnham to permit a second Scottish independence referendum.
Reform UK investigates councillors and candidates over extreme racist remarks
An undercover media investigation has exposed multiple Reform UK councillors and candidates making extreme racist remarks, violent threats, and misogynistic comments, triggering suspensions and high-profile resignations.
Democrats hold strong lead over Republicans in 2026 congressional polls
Democrats hold a robust lead over Republicans in the latest 2026 congressional polls amid voter discontent over inflation and foreign conflicts. President Trump's approval rating has dropped to a career-low 32%, creating a drag on down-ballot GOP candidates.
Burnham rules out coalition with Greens after 'Zionism is racism' motion
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has rejected any future national partnership with the Green Party following its controversial conference vote on Zionism.
Andy Burnham pledges increased UK support for Ukraine as Zelenskyy visits London
Prime Minister Andy Burnham hosts Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Downing Street, pledging accelerated military aid and a £45 million missile package.
Northern Ireland Troubles Bill faces Commons debate alongside carry-over motion
The Northern Ireland Troubles Bill faces a House of Commons carry-over debate as Westminster navigates government amendments requiring Attorney General consent for serious prosecutions.
Shabana Mahmood orders urgent security review after Ann Widdecombe murder
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has launched an urgent independent security review following the murder of Ann Widdecombe, expanding police protection to non-parliamentary political figures.
Andy Burnham faces cabinet backlash over claim Russia interfered in Brexit vote
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has sparked an internal cabinet row after claiming that Russia meddled in the historic European Union membership vote.
Andy Burnham announces serious dialogue over UK relations with EU
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has called for a serious dialogue on UK-EU relations, confirming a bilateral summit in Brussels as a domestic political storm erupts over Russian Brexit interference.
Security of politicians and royals to be urgently reviewed, Shabana Mahmood says
Britain's protective security arrangements for politicians and royals are undergoing an urgent overhaul led by Sir Stephen Lovegrove following the killing of Ann Widdecombe.