Politics

Zack Polanski: The Rise of the Green Party’s ‘Eco-Populist’ Leader London, 25 February 2026 – Zack Polanski, the Leader of the Green Party of England and Wales, has become a central figure in British politics as he spearheads a radical shift in the party’s strategy. Since securing a historic 84% of the vote to take […]

France Restricts Access for US Ambassador Charles Kushner Following Diplomatic Snub London, 24 February 2026 – The French government has taken the extraordinary step of barring United States Ambassador Charles Kushner from direct access to government ministers. The decision follows Mr Kushner’s repeated failure to attend formal summons issued by the French Foreign Ministry. This

Gavin Newsom: California Governor Strengthens UK Ties Amid Domestic Policy Shifts London, 22 February 2026 – California Governor Gavin Newsom has concluded a high-profile diplomatic visit to the United Kingdom, signing a landmark clean energy pact with British officials. The move comes as the Governor, now in the final years of his second term, increasingly

Bridget Phillipson Unveils Radical Education Overhaul to Close Attainment Gap London, 22 February 2026 – Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has today announced a sweeping set of reforms aimed at dismantling the “one-size-fits-all” school system. Speaking ahead of a formal White Paper scheduled for release on Monday, Phillipson outlined a “golden opportunity” to sever the link

UK Public Finances Record Unprecedented £30.4 Billion Surplus London, 20 February 2026 – The United Kingdom’s public finances have reached a historic milestone, recording a record monthly budget surplus of £30.4 billion for January 2026. This figure represents the largest surplus since monthly records began in 1993, providing a significant fiscal boost for Chancellor Rachel

Sir Tony Blair: Former Prime Minister Returns to Spotlight Amid New Documentary and Global Appointments London, 18 February 2026 – Sir Tony Blair, the UK’s longest-serving Labour Prime Minister, has seen a significant return to the public eye this week following the release of a major television documentary and his appointment to several high-profile international

Reform UK Passes First Kent County Council Budget Amidst Defections London, 18 February 2026 – Kent County Council (KCC) has approved its first annual budget since Reform UK took control of the authority in May 2025. The landmark financial plan was passed following a marathon seven-hour debate at Sessions House in Maidstone, though the administration

Bill Clinton to Testify in Congressional Epstein Investigation London, 17 February 2026 – Former United States President Bill Clinton is scheduled to provide a deposition to the House Oversight Committee on 27 February 2026. The testimony is part of a widening congressional investigation into the files of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This development

Imran Khan: Global Concern Mounts Over Former Prime Minister’s Health in Detention London, 17 February 2026 – International pressure is intensifying on the Pakistani government as reports emerge regarding the deteriorating health of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The 73-year-old PTI founder, who remains incarcerated following multiple convictions, is reportedly suffering from significant vision loss,

Reverend Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Icon and Presidential Trailblazer, Dies at 84 London, 17 February 2026 – The Reverend Jesse Jackson, a towering figure in the American civil rights movement and a protégé of Dr Martin Luther King Jr., has died at the age of 84. His family confirmed in a statement on Tuesday that