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Speaker of the House of Commons Retains Nearly 300 Gifts Over Four Years
Lindsay Hoyle's gift declarations include alcohol, ties, and hampers, prompting discussions on transparency and gift regulations.
Donald Trump Set to Announce Major Tariffs Amid UK Economic Concerns
UK leaders face scrutiny as US President prepares to unveil tariffs that could impact UK exports and jobs.
UK Foreign Secretary Warns Against Misinterpreting Putin’s Diplomacy Ahead of Ukraine Talks
David Lammy emphasizes the need to uphold Ukraine’s sovereignty as diplomatic tensions rise between the West and Russia.
Tories Criticize Proposed Chagos Islands Sovereignty Transfer Amid Escalating Cost Claims
Opposition voices alarm as reported costs may double to around eighteen billion pounds, with critics accusing government leaders of politicizing history.
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Home Secretary Orders Review of Anti-Terror Programme to Address Missed Cases
Lord David Anderson KC appointed for independent oversight as concerns over Prevent programme escalate
UK Prime Minister Signals Strong Ties with the US as Trump Returns to Office
Sir Keir Starmer emphasizes transatlantic cooperation amid potential trade discussions
Trump Administration Unlikely to Block Peter Mandelson's Appointment as UK Ambassador to the US
Trump ally dismisses reports of an impending veto amid challenging UK-US diplomatic dynamics.
Polish Prime Minister Advocates 'Breturn' Amidst Strengthening UK-Poland Relations
As Prime Ministers Starmer and Tusk Emphasize Security and Cooperation, Discussions Touch Upon European Integration Dreams
Potential Ceasefire Agreement Between Israel and Hamas Nears Completion, Says UK Foreign Secretary
Efforts to secure a ceasefire and facilitate the rebuilding of Gaza intensify as negotiations reportedly reach an advanced stage.
The UK Weighs Frontloading Payments to Mauritius Amid Chagos Negotiations
British government contemplates financial strategies to resolve diplomatic impasse over the Chagos Archipelago as Mauritius's newly elected leadership seeks renegotiated terms.
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European Commission Takes UK to Court Over Post-Brexit Freedom of Movement Violations
Legal action by Brussels complicates Prime Minister Keir Starmer's efforts to mend UK-EU relations post-Brexit.
A New Dawn in Damascus: The UK’s Delicate Diplomatic Dance
As Assad's regime collapses, Britain navigates diplomatic complexities in war-torn Syria.
UK MPs Voice Alarm Over Hindu Ethnic Cleansing in Bangladesh
British Parliament Discusses Rising Violence Against Hindus Under Interim Government
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UK's Firm Support for Ukraine Amid Trump Presidency Concerns
UK government reassures commitment to Ukraine despite fears over Trump's stance.
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Mel Stride Named Shadow Chancellor, Priti Patel Appointed Shadow Foreign Secretary
Kemi Badenoch Enacts New Conservative Leadership Team
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Robert Jenrick Joins Kemi Badenoch's Senior Team as Shadow Justice Secretary
Badenoch Forms Shadow Cabinet to Unite Tories After Leadership Contest
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Voting Concludes in Conservative Party Leadership Race
Kemi Badenoch and Robert Jenrick Await Results After Intense Leadership Campaign
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Priti Patel Eliminated in First Round of Tory Leadership Race
Priti Patel, the former Home Secretary, has been eliminated from the Conservative Party leadership race after finishing last in the first round of voting with 14 votes. The next round will further narrow the candidates before the leader ...
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Race for Tory Leadership: Who Will Replace Rishi Sunak?
The Conservative Party's leadership contest to replace Rishi Sunak has failed to excite voters, even in Harrow East, the UK's most Conservative constituency. Six former ministers are vying for the position: Kemi Badenoch, James Cleverly,...
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Kemi Badenoch Launches Bid for Tory Leadership
Kemi Badenoch has declared her candidacy for the Conservative Party leadership, pledging to return the party to its core principles of sovereignty and capitalism. Badenoch joins fellow MPs in the leadership race following Rishi Sunak's r...
Dame Priti Patel Launches Tory Leadership Bid
Dame Priti Patel has announced her bid for Conservative Party leadership, aiming to unite Tories and restore success. She joins other candidates, emphasizing key conservative policies and promising more member involvement. The leadership...
Possible Successors to Rishi Sunak as Conservative Party Leader
Rishi Sunak has announced he will remain Conservative Party leader until his successor is selected following a historic election defeat. Kemi Badenoch, James Cleverly, and Suella Braverman are key contenders, with Cleverly already declar...
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Tom Tugendhat Announces Bid for Tory Leadership
Former minister Tom Tugendhat has announced his bid to become the next Conservative Party leader and UK Prime Minister. He aims to regain public trust by delivering on promises of lower taxes and immigration. The party leadership contest...
Tories Expand Front Bench Amid Post-Election Reduction
Former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has expanded his interim opposition team, appointing more Conservative MPs to frontbench roles following their significant election losses. Thirty-nine Conservative MPs now hold frontbench positions, wit...
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BRICS Expands Membership with Indonesia and Ten New Partner Countries
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U.S. Enacts Sweeping Tax and Spending Legislation Amid Trade Policy Shifts
Football Mourns as Diogo Jota and Brother André Silva Laid to Rest in Portugal
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Leaked Audio Reveals Tory Aide Defending DEI Record
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Boris Johnson Urges Conservatives to Ignore Farage
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Starmer Set to Reject Calls for Wealth Taxes
Stolen Century-Old Rolls-Royce Recovered After Hotel Theft
Macron Presses Starmer to Recognise Palestinian State
Labour Delayed Palestine Action Ban Over Riot Concerns
Swinney’s Tax Comments ‘Offensive to Scots’, Say Tories
High Street Retailers to Enforce Bans on Serial Shoplifters
Music Banned by Henry VIII to Be Performed After 500 Years
Steve Coogan Says Working Class Is Being ‘Ethnically Cleansed’
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JD Vance Questions Mandelson Over Reform Party’s Rising Popularity
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Labour Accused of ‘Hammering’ Scots During First Year in Power
BBC Head of Music Stood Down Amid Bob Vylan Controversy
Corbyn Eyes Hard-Left Challenge to Starmer’s Leadership
London Tube Trains Suspended After Major Fire Erupts Nearby
Richard Kemp: I Felt Safer in Israel Under Attack Than in the UK
Cyclist Says Police Cited Human Rights Act for Riding No-Handed
China’s Central Bank Consults European Peers on Low-Rate Strategies
AI Raises Alarms Over Long-Term Job Security
Saudi Arabia Maintains Ties with Iran Despite Israel Conflict
Musk Battles to Protect Tesla Amid Trump Policy Threats
Air France-KLM Acquires Majority Stake in Scandinavian Airlines
UK Educators Sound Alarm on Declining Child Literacy
Shein Fined €40 Million in France Over Misleading Discounts
Brazil’s Lula Visits Kirchner During Argentina House Arrest
Trump Scores Legislative Win as House Passes Tax Reform Bill
Keir Starmer Faces Criticism After Rocky First Year in Power
DJI Launches Heavy-Duty Coaxial Quadcopter with 80 kg Lift Capacity
U.S. Senate Approves Major Legislation Dubbed the 'Big Beautiful Bill'
Largest Healthcare Fraud Takedown in U.S. History Announced by DOJ
Poland Implements Border Checks Amid Growing Migration Tensions
Political Dispute Escalates Between Trump and Musk
Emirates Airline Expands Market Share with New $20 Million Campaign
Amazon Reaches Milestone with Deployment of One Millionth Robot
US Senate Votes to Remove AI Regulation Moratorium from Domestic Policy Bill
Yulia Putintseva Calls for Spectator Ejection at Wimbledon Over Safety Concerns
Jury Deliberations in Diddy Trial Yield Partial Verdict in Serious Criminal Charges
House Oversight Committee Subpoenas Former Jill Biden Aide Amid Investigation into Alleged Concealment of President Biden's Cognitive Health
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