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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Jani Mäkelä mocks a member of parliament who defected from the Finns Party

Jani Mäkelä and former Finns Party MP Mikko Polvinen exchange barbs over identity and public funding on Facebook.

Mar 23 • 06:52 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'The complete story of dominance is known to Dhananjay...,' said Brij Bhushan Singh

Brij Bhushan Singh, former BJP MP, made headlines during a Holi gathering in Jaunpur by asserting his dominance and referencing another political figure's knowledge of it.

Mar 23 • 05:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Former MP puzzled by Mikko Hautala's leave of absence in the Foreign Ministry: 'I was made clear'

Former MP Joonas Könttä expresses confusion over the lengthy leave of absence granted to diplomat Mikko Hautala at the Foreign Ministry.

Mar 21 • 14:55 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukraine's anti-corruption agencies searching courts and Prosecutor General's Office representatives – UP

Ukraine's National Anti-Corruption Bureau and the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office are searching various courts and the Prosecutor General's Office in connection to a case involving former MP Yurii Ivaniushchenko.

Mar 20 • 10:37 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Week in Law: Radoslav Procházka: Trump Against the Company and Drones in the Constitution

Radoslav Procházka, a constitutional lawyer and former MP, discusses legal events including the implications of AI in military strikes.

Mar 20 • 10:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

MP-SP charges four more for planning and executing the murder of former delegate Ruy Ferraz

The São Paulo Public Prosecutor's Office has charged four additional individuals in connection with the murder of former police chief Ruy Ferraz Fontes, who was killed in September 2025.

Mar 19 • 18:22 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The state prosecutor stopped the prosecution of former MP Kobza due to the death of dogs in the car

The Czech state prosecutor has discontinued the case against former MP Kobza related to the deaths of dogs in a car.

Mar 19 • 13:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

Former Conservative MP Crispin Blunt charged with four drugs offences

Former MP Crispin Blunt has been charged with possessing a class A drug and three class B drugs following police investigations.

Mar 18 • 13:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Ex-Tory MP Crispin Blunt charged with possession of Class A and B drugs

Former MP Crispin Blunt has been charged with drug offences involving possession of Class A and B substances.

Mar 18 • 12:10 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Man pleads not guilty to manslaughter of former MP Barry Urban

Jerry Masipau has pleaded not guilty to the manslaughter charge related to the death of former MP Barry Urban following an alleged assault.

Mar 18 • 05:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Crime & Justice

Feri is playing for time. His prison term may be significantly extended by the second branch of the case

Former MP Dominik Feri faces new legal troubles as a second court case threatens to extend his prison sentence for previous sexual assault convictions.

Mar 17 • 17:36 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Varun Gandhi Meets PM Modi with His Family, Is Political 'Exile' About to End?

Varun Gandhi, a former BJP MP from Uttar Pradesh's Pilibhit, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with his family, raising political speculations about the end of his political isolation.

Mar 17 • 06:37 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Neerja was the GM at the Jeep showroom... This is where the former MP's love story began

A meeting in a Jeep showroom has sparked significant discussion in Rajasthan's political and social circles, focusing on the relationship between former MP Manvendra Singh Jasal and Neerja Singh Charan.

Mar 16 • 16:15 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Love again at the age of 60? The 'love story' of the former MP creates a storm in politics!

A romantic relationship involving former MP Manvendra Singh Jatola has stirred controversy within Rajasthan's political and social circles.

Mar 16 • 14:07 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Crime & Justice

Feri Back in Court: The Indictment Accuses Him of Another Rape

Former MP Dominik Feri returns to court facing serious charges of rape involving a minor, with the prosecution seeking an additional four-year prison sentence.

Mar 16 • 09:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Crime & Justice

The court will discuss another Feri's rape case, tickets will be issued for the courtroom due to high interest

The Prague 3 District Court is set to begin hearings in the case of former MP Dominik Feri, who faces allegations of rape stemming from an incident involving a 17-year-old girl.

Mar 16 • 05:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Phil Woolas, former Labour MP and minister, dies of brain cancer aged 66

Former Labour MP Phil Woolas has passed away at the age of 66 after a battle with brain cancer.

Mar 14 • 11:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Former Labour MP Phil Woolas dies aged 66 after battle with brain cancer

Former Labour MP Phil Woolas has passed away at the age of 66 after a prolonged battle with glioblastoma.

Mar 14 • 09:40 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
Crime & Justice

Kenya: Six Convicted Over Robberies Linked to Killing of Former Kabete MP George Mucha

Six individuals have been convicted in connection with violent robberies linked to the 2015 murder of former Kabete MP George Muchai.

Mar 13 • 16:32 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Golden Dawn: Eleni Zaroulia to be imprisoned in the coming hours

Eleni Zaroulia, former MP of the Golden Dawn party and wife of party leader Nikos Michaloliakos, is set to be imprisoned after being sentenced to five years in prison by a court ruling against the criminal organization.

Mar 13 • 10:50 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Ralf Friberg has died

Ralf Friberg, a Finnish journalist and former MP, has passed away at 89 years old after a long illness.

Mar 13 • 10:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Li Andersson's cutting response to Petteri Orpo

Former MP Li Andersson highlights concerns from Finnish industry regarding the weakening of the emissions trading system.

Mar 12 • 10:54 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Golden Dawn: Eleni Zaroulia has surrendered to the police and is being sent to prison

Former Golden Dawn MP Eleni Zaroulia has surrendered to the police and is being sent to prison after being sentenced to five years for her role in a criminal organization.

Mar 12 • 09:16 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Golden Dawn: Eleni Zaroulia surrendered to the Pefki Police Station

Eleni Zaroulia, a former MP and spouse of Golden Dawn leader Nikos Michaloliakos, has surrendered to police following her conviction for involvement in a criminal organization.

Mar 12 • 08:05 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Trial of Golden Dawn: Eleni Zaroulia Sent to Prison

Eleni Zaroulia, the former MP of Golden Dawn and wife of Nikos Michaloliakos, has been sentenced to prison without the possibility of suspension, marking her first incarceration.

Mar 11 • 15:49 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Court rules 'no reasonable basis' for $2.3m lawsuit against SA premier

The South Australian Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit against Premier Peter Malinauskas, determining there is no reasonable basis for the $2.3 million claims made by former MP Annabel Digance and her husband.

Mar 10 • 02:54 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Many will be surprised. The politician who allegedly planned the murder of her ex's dog is making a comeback

Former Czech MP Margita Balaštíková is returning to the public sphere after a series of scandals that led to her withdrawal from politics.

Mar 9 • 16:44 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

ASX wipeout as oil price surges; former MP not guilty of most rape charges; and an entry fee for the Twelve Apostles

Australia's stock market experienced a significant drop attributed to rising oil prices amid the Iran conflict, with additional news on legal outcomes and local attractions.

Mar 9 • 05:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

Ex-Liberal MP Rory Amon found not guilty of most charges after being accused of raping 13-year-old boy in Sydney

Former Liberal MP Rory Amon was found not guilty of most charges of child rape and indecent assault against a 13-year-old boy, although a jury could not reach a verdict on several remaining charges.

Mar 9 • 03:55 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Breaking: Ex-Liberal MP cleared of majority of charges in sexual assault trial

Former NSW Liberal MP Rory Amon has been acquitted of most charges in a sexual assault trial involving a teenage boy.

Mar 9 • 03:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Sanna Marin published pictures from the Emma Gala – Companion survived

Former Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin shared photos from the Emma Gala, where she attended with MP Nazima Razmyar instead of her partner Joni.

Mar 7 • 20:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Ex-Liberal MP says the party must introduce gender quotas to start winning elections

Former Liberal MP Jenny Ware advocates for gender quotas in her party to enhance representation and improve electoral success.

Mar 6 • 23:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Police search home of former Labour MP’s husband amid China spying investigation

The husband of former Labour MP Gloria De Piero confirmed that his home was searched as part of a police investigation into an alleged Chinese spying ring.

Mar 6 • 19:36 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Sentencing of State Capture Actor, MP Vincent Smith, Welcomed

The sentencing of former MP Vincent Smith to seven years in prison for fraud and corruption has been welcomed by the government in South Africa as part of ongoing efforts to address state capture and corruption.

Mar 6 • 13:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Spy scandal in Britain: The noose tightens around Starmer

A former advisor to the UK Labour Party and the spouse of an MP has been arrested on suspicion of espionage for China, raising further concerns about the party leader's connections to Beijing.

Mar 5 • 21:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

V. Bakas, who left the Democrats, recalled a tense conversation with S. Skvernelis ten years ago: warned about A. Silickienė

Former MP Vytautas Bakas, who recently left the Democratic Party, discussed his reasons for leaving and reflected on a past tense conversation related to a corruption scandal.

Mar 5 • 10:59 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Former PiS MP on the President's Favorite: Young, Intelligent. This Could Be a Perfect Shot

Lucjusz Nadbereżny is emerging as a favored candidate for the Polish prime minister position, viewed by Jarosław Kaczyński as a potential successor.

Mar 5 • 05:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

David Miliband tells Labour to 'get your act together'

Former Labour MP David Miliband urges the party to improve its strategy and connect better with voters following a recent by-election loss in Gorton and Denton.

Mar 4 • 09:07 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Non-Vegetarian Food at MPT Hotel Near Mahakal Temple? CCTV Footage Sparks Controversy

A hotel near the Mahakal Temple in India faces allegations of serving non-vegetarian food based on viral CCTV footage, which the hotel management denies as a smear campaign by former employees.

Mar 3 • 17:30 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Ex-MP used fake name to 'manipulate a child', sexual assault trial told

Former MP Rory Amon is on trial for sexual assault, accused of manipulating a child under the age of consent using a fake name.

Mar 3 • 03:11 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Rosa Meriläinen reveals the background of the spat over her controversial mini skirt on Yle

Former Finnish MP Rosa Meriläinen discusses the backlash she faced over a revealing mini skirt she wore while serving in parliament, as highlighted in a new documentary series.

Mar 2 • 19:43 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Kaisa Juuso's Surprising Statement

Former Minister Kaisa Juuso expresses support for SDP MP Timo Harakka's criticism of the Ministry of Finance on Facebook.

Mar 2 • 15:15 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Not obvious sexual assault complainant was a child, ex-MP tells court

Former MP Rory Amon claims he believed the sexual assault complainant was 17 years old and denies the charges against him.

Mar 2 • 06:43 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Namibia: Namibian MPs Slam Directive to Use Public Health Facilities As 'Inhumane' and 'Premature'

Former Namibian MPs criticize a new directive mandating public servants to utilize state healthcare, citing constitutional and service quality concerns.

Mar 2 • 05:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Former Labour MP calls for more testing after stroke on New Year's Day

Former Labour MP Jonathan Ashworth emphasizes the importance of recognizing stroke symptoms after suffering an ischemic stroke himself.

Mar 1 • 17:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Pekka Haavisto to Receive a Huge Salary: Up to Over €16,000/month

Pekka Haavisto, a long-time Finnish MP and former Minister of Foreign Affairs, is set to receive a substantial salary, potentially exceeding €16,000 per month, as he transitions to a new role as the UN Special Envoy for Sudan.

Feb 28 • 07:11 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Initiative to Remove Rajiv Gandhi's Name from the University, Congress Opposes

The Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law in Patiala, Punjab has recommended removing the name of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, which has faced opposition from Congress MP Dr. Dharamveer Gandhi.

Feb 28 • 05:55 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

A youth was writhing on the road... Agriculture Minister Shivraj personally took him to the hospital in his car

Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the former Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh and current Union Agriculture Minister, took a young man injured on the road to the hospital himself, drawing praise from the public for his actions.

Feb 28 • 04:22 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Libs 'not concerned' by One Nation challenge in Nepean by-election

The Liberal Party has initiated the by-election campaign for Nepean with candidate Anthony Marsh, facing a challenge from One Nation after the retirement of former MP Sam Groth.

Feb 28 • 02:41 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Residents Protest Over Gachagua's Racist Remarks Against MP Zaheer Jhanda, Demand NCIC Action

Residents of Nyaribari Chache Constituency in Kenya protested against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's racist remarks aimed at MP Zaheer Jhanda, urging the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to take action.

Feb 27 • 12:21 UTC

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