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🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Can you watch without wincing? Seven times Australian politicians burst into song

The article highlights humorous moments when Australian politicians have unexpectedly broken into song, showcasing their whimsical side.

Mar 5 • 06:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Nepal votes in election pitting entrenched old guard against a powerful youth movement

Nepal is holding a general election amidst significant youth-led protests that have challenged the established political order, with nearly 19 million voters heading to the polls.

Mar 5 • 02:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Why does Yao Ming, the 7ft 6in ex-basketballer, attend China’s Two Sessions meetings?

Yao Ming, the well-known retired basketball player, stands out among the delegates at China’s National People's Congress for his stature and his commitment to representing sports and youth interests in China.

Mar 5 • 01:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

BBC to call for permanent charter and end of political appointments to board

The BBC is seeking to end political appointments to its board and establish its royal charter as a permanent arrangement to safeguard its independence amidst ongoing charter renewal discussions.

Mar 5 • 00:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

'Restoring control at borders not a betrayal of Labour values,' home secretary to say

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood asserts that reestablishing control at UK borders aligns with Labour values while announcing upcoming immigration reforms.

Mar 4 • 21:05 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

UK MP's partner reportedly arrested on suspicion of spying for China

Three men, including the partner of a current UK MP, have been arrested on suspicion of espionage for China by British police.

Mar 4 • 20:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Talk of what comes next for Iranians was conspicuous in its absence from White House briefing

The White House briefing lacked discourse on the future of the Iranian people amid ongoing military actions against Iran.

Mar 4 • 20:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Australia politics live: stranded Australians return from Middle East; new inquiry into racism towards Indigenous Australians

The Australian government has announced a parliamentary inquiry into rising racism against Indigenous Australians, prompted by recent attacks and a general increase in hate towards First Nations people.

Mar 4 • 19:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Badenoch gives a borderline disgraceful performance at PMQs on Iran | John Crace

The article critiques Kemi Badenoch's performance during Prime Minister's Questions, especially in relation to the escalating situation in Iran.

Mar 4 • 19:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Andy Burnham criticises ‘bankruptcy’ of Labour approach to campaigning

Andy Burnham critiques Keir Starmer's Labour leadership for its ineffective campaigning methods following a recent byelection loss in Gorton and Denton.

Mar 4 • 17:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

House opens inquiry into Texas lawmaker over alleged affair with aide

The House ethics committee has initiated an investigation into Texas Representative Tony Gonzales following allegations of having an affair with an aide and potential misconduct in his office.

Mar 4 • 16:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Donald Trump's Unhinged Day as Iran Murder Plotters 'Dead' and Starmer Shrugs Off Churchill Jibe

Keir Starmer downplays Donald Trump's jibe, asserting it won't damage US-UK relations, while concerns linger regarding the implications for Ukraine and international politics.

Mar 4 • 16:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Scepticism over Starmer as Labour MPs meet to discuss threat from Greens

Labour MPs express concern over the party's strategy in light of growing competition from the Green Party.

Mar 4 • 15:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Andy Burnham says by-election loss shows 'depth of the chasm between people and Westminster'

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham comments on the recent Gorton and Denton by-election loss, highlighting a disconnect between citizens and Westminster politics.

Mar 4 • 14:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Hanging on to Trump’s latest words ‘is not the special relationship’, Starmer tells MPs

Keir Starmer criticizes reliance on President Trump's statements regarding the US-UK 'special relationship' amid tensions surrounding the Iran conflict.

Mar 4 • 14:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BREAKING: Keir Starmer hits back over Trump question and UK-US special relationship at PMQs

Keir Starmer defended the UK-US special relationship during a parliamentary exchange following Donald Trump's criticism of the British Prime Minister.

Mar 4 • 12:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Talarico wins Texas Democratic primary as Republicans face runoff – US politics live

James Talarico won the Texas Democratic Senate primary, while the Republican primary resulted in a runoff between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton.

Mar 4 • 11:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

PMQs LIVE: Keir Starmer faces MPs after Donald Trump's Iran crisis outburst

Keir Starmer faces MPs during PMQs following Donald Trump's criticism amid rising tensions in Iran.

Mar 4 • 11:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Senate to vote on war powers resolution to prevent Trump from continuing Iran conflict

The Senate is set to vote on a resolution aimed at curbing President Trump's military actions against Iran without congressional approval.

Mar 4 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Minister dismisses Trump’s claim Starmer is ‘no Churchill’ – UK politics live

The UK government has suspended study visas for nationals from four countries amid allegations of asylum exploitation.

Mar 4 • 09:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Can Mahmood's immigration plan save Labour? Sky News interviews the home secretary

Sky News interviews Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood about her radical immigration reforms aimed at revitalizing Labour ahead of the next general election.

Mar 4 • 09:15 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
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Who is Mojtaba Khamenei? Iran Supreme Leader's son set to succeed Ali Khamenei

Mojtaba Khamenei is poised to succeed his father, Ali Khamenei, as Iran's Supreme Leader following a closed election by senior clerics.

Mar 4 • 08:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

'New Nostradamus' sees chilling 2026 prediction come true – and worse could come

Craig Hamilton-Parker, known as the 'Prophet of Doom', has made alarming predictions about global conflicts and events following the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, which he claims to have foreseen.

Mar 4 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The arrest of former Prince Andrew forces the British Government and Charles III to shed light on the dark points of the Windsors

The arrest of former Prince Andrew has led to unprecedented scrutiny from both the British Government and King Charles III regarding the actions of the Windsors.

Mar 4 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

China’s Two Sessions: what are the meetings and why do they matter?

China's Two Sessions meetings involve thousands of delegates gathering in Beijing to discuss legislation and budgeting, reflecting the political landscape and governance dynamics in the country.

Mar 3 • 23:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

New Zealand coalition votes to make English an official language as critics slam ‘cynical’ bill

A New Zealand coalition government has approved a bill to recognize English as an official language, drawing criticism from opposition and linguists who labeled it unnecessary.

Mar 3 • 22:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Trump denies that Israel forced US’s hand in launching strikes against Iran

Donald Trump denied allegations that Israel pressured the US into military strikes against Iran, asserting that he acted to prevent an imminent attack by Iran.

Mar 3 • 21:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Shadow of Iraq war lies over Westminster as MPs consider US-Israeli attack on Iran

UK MPs are grappling with the implications of potential US-Israeli military action against Iran, reflecting on the lessons learned from the Iraq war.

Mar 3 • 19:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Politics live: PM talks to UAE leader about stranded Australians; Allan reveals start date for legal right to work from home

The NSW Investment Delivery Authority has endorsed a range of significant projects including renewable energy initiatives and infrastructure developments worth a total of $34.4 billion.

Mar 3 • 19:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Donald Trump attacks Sadiq Khan and makes wild claim about British 'Sharia courts'

Donald Trump criticized London Mayor Sadiq Khan and made controversial statements regarding the existence of 'Sharia courts' in the UK, expressing dissatisfaction with British cooperation on military issues related to Iran.

Mar 3 • 19:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Donald Trump's unhinged moments as he lashes out at Keir Starmer with stinging 8-word rebuke

Donald Trump criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for his reluctance to allow the US to use British bases for potential strikes on Iran.

Mar 3 • 17:12 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Poilievre to deliver major keynote speech abroad arguing for closer integration with U.K. and allies

Pierre Poilievre is set to give a keynote speech in London advocating for stronger ties between Canada and the U.K.

Mar 3 • 17:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Doctor explains what's really causing bruising on Donald Trump's hands

A medical expert attributes Donald Trump's hand bruising to his age and daily aspirin use, amidst ongoing health speculations.

Mar 3 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

100-day countdown for 2026 World Cup begins with huge off-the-pitch issues dominating

The countdown to the controversial 2026 World Cup has begun, with concerns over off-pitch issues and political tensions overshadowing the event.

Mar 3 • 13:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Showdown over datacenter politics at heart of North Carolina primary

North Carolina's congressional primary highlights a clash over datacenter politics, with incumbent Congresswoman Valerie Foushee facing progressive challenger Nida Allam amid a heated local debate.

Mar 3 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Survey: British Greens Rise to Second Most Popular Party

A recent YouGov survey indicates that the British Green Party has surpassed the Conservatives and Labour to become the second most popular political party in the UK.

Mar 3 • 11:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Full House and Senate to be briefed on Iran strikes – US politics live

Trump hosts Germany's Friedrich Merz for talks overshadowed by ongoing airstrikes against Iran and rising tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 3 • 11:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

England players voice concerns as political issues hang over 2026 World Cup

England players express their concerns about being involved in political issues surrounding the 2026 World Cup.

Mar 3 • 10:30 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Greens surpass Labour and Conservative Party

The UK's Green Party has overtaken the Labour and Conservative parties in a recent poll, indicating a significant shift in the political landscape.

Mar 3 • 10:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Donald Trump's health riddle from strange lump to nasty peeling scabs and hidden bruises

Concerns are rising regarding Donald Trump's health as he displays visible symptoms like scabs and discoloration during public appearances.

Mar 3 • 10:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Trump says ‘special relationship is obviously not what it was’ after Starmer’s refusal to back Iran strikes – UK politics live

Donald Trump expressed disappointment over the declining UK-US relationship, particularly criticizing Keir Starmer for not supporting air strikes against Iran.

Mar 3 • 09:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Donald Trump launches yet another attack on Keir Starmer

Donald Trump criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for not supporting US and Israeli military actions against Iran during a recent spat.

Mar 3 • 07:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Nepal’s gen-Z election: can popular former rapper Balen topple a veteran political heavyweight?

In Nepal's upcoming election, former rapper Balen, now a politician, aims to challenge a long-standing political figure.

Mar 3 • 06:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Spring Statement: Rachel Reeves' life before Parliament, secret talent and career

Rachel Reeves is set to deliver her second Spring Statement amid political and economic turmoil stemming from events in Iran.

Mar 3 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Manchester no longer sounds like Labour

Left-leaning voters in Manchester feel abandoned by Starmer's Labour Party and are now opting for the Green Party.

Mar 3 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
Sports

England stars concerned about pressure to speak out about political issues at World Cup

England football players express unease about being pressurized to voice opinions on sensitive political matters during the upcoming World Cup in the US.

Mar 3 • 03:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Trump will attend White House Correspondents’ Dinner for first time as president

Donald Trump announced that he will attend the White House Correspondents’ Dinner for the first time during his presidency.

Mar 3 • 00:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Moment Hillary Clinton explodes in rage during Epstein deposition – 'I'm done!'

Hillary Clinton expressed outrage during her deposition related to Jeffrey Epstein after a photo of her testimony was leaked.

Mar 2 • 21:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Chancellor to deliver spring forecast

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to present her spring economic forecast to the Commons, emphasizing the strengths of the UK's economy and the impact of global uncertainties.

Mar 2 • 21:40 UTC

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