Politics

Prominent figures, including Sir Lenny Henry and Anish Kapoor, have launched a campaign against the UK’s controversial voter ID laws, accusing them of undermining democratic rights. Here’s the full story. Prominent Figures Sign Letter Over 50 prominent figures from various ethnic minority communities have signed an open letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, calling for … Read more

As the Conservative leadership race heats up with a fourth candidate entering the fray, new polls reveal that all contenders face dismally low favorability ratings among the public. Here’s the full story. Scrambling for Unity Following the party’s disastrous results in the recent general election, the Conservative Party has been scrambling to find a new … Read more

Climate activists launched a series of disruptive protests at airports across Europe, including Heathrow, causing flight cancellations and delays while demanding a rapid phase-out of fossil fuels. Here’s the full story. “Oil Kills”  Just days after a group of climate activists from Just Stop Oil were handed the longest sentences in British history for their … Read more

More than 40 criminals and migrants are sent back to Vietnam and Timor-Leste. It’s a victory as a UK-based criminal gang is sentenced. Here’s the story.  Change Underway When Keir Starmer’s team took charge of the government and the Labour Party won on the 4th of July 2024, there was immediate action to implement change.  … Read more

Eluned Morgan has made history by becoming Welsh Labour’s first female leader, stepping into the role amid political turmoil and controversy—here’s the full story. From Scandal to Crisis In sharp contrast to the UK Labour Party, which, following its landslide victory in the recent general election, is riding high on a period of new-found confidence … Read more

Labour’s newly appointed head of the Army has warned that Vladimir Putin may want “retribution” to the countries that assisted Ukraine in its war, including the UK. Putin’s Revenge The head of the Army for the UK has insisted that Russian President Vladimir Putin will want revenge against Britain. Britain Must Be Ready for War … Read more

In a world that’s more connected than ever, are you feeling increasingly cut off? Ever wondered why the UK feels like it’s on an island of its own, both literally and figuratively? 1. Brexit Fallout Since Brexit, many Brits feel a tangible disconnect from Europe. The end of free movement and trade complications have created … Read more

As Brexit continues to stir discussions across Europe, France, with its own unique set of challenges and aspirations, might just consider a similar path. But what could push the French towards a ‘Frexit’? 1. Sovereignty Boost Many in France cherish national sovereignty, resenting EU constraints on their legal and political systems. A Frexit could restore … Read more

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has suspended seven Labour MPs for voting against the government’s decision to abolish the two-child benefit cap.  Child Benefits Since 1946 The UK government has provided financial aid for raising children for families since 1946.  Child Benefits a Point of Contention Recently, payments for families have been debated and are under … Read more

Former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss has criticised Vice President Kamala Harris’s record, as European allies quietly worry about Harris’s potential presidential run. Here’s the full story. Truss Takes on Harris Liz Truss, the former Prime Minister with the dubious honour of being the shortest-serving leader in the country’s history, recently launched into a full-throated … Read more