UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a significant political crisis and calls for his resignation following controversy surrounding the vetting and appointment of Peter Mandelson as the US Ambassador, particularly due to alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein. The affair has been widely criticized as an "unforgivable failure" and a major challenge to Starmer's leadership.
BBC political editor Chris Mason provides analysis on how the 'Iran war' (referring to broader Middle East tensions) is tightening 'vicious circles' for the UK government and trapping the Labour party. His pieces explore the political ramifications and challenges faced by both major parties due to the ongoing regional instability.
Following landmark US social media addiction trials that found Meta and YouTube liable for harming children, the UK is actively considering a ban on social media for under-16s, while Meta has seen a significant $119 billion drop in market capitalization due to new regulatory risks.
US President Donald Trump confirmed the delay of his planned summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, citing the ongoing military campaign against Iran. This delay is reportedly for 'a month or so' as Trump attempts to present a united front with Vice President JD Vance.
Addressing press in the Oval office earlier today, President Trump criticised Sir Keir Starmer and the UK's initial response to US-Israeli strikes on Iran.
Political analysts suggest that the upcoming Gorton and Denton by-election could evolve into a competitive three-way contest between Labour, Reform, and the Green parties.
It was quite a moment when Sir Chris Bryant called the former prince "rude, arrogant and entitled" in the House of Commons, the BBC's political editor writes.
UK opposition leader Keir Starmer is facing calls for his resignation following new revelations linking Peter Mandelson to the Epstein scandal, which also led to a vetting row and the departure of top Foreign Office official Olly Robbins.
An opinion piece highlights the warm relationship between Lammy and Vance, noting how this unlikely friendship is being leveraged despite chilly relations between their respective leaders.
Following landmark jury verdicts in Los Angeles and New Mexico finding Meta and Google (YouTube) responsible for social media addiction, the tech liability shield is now under intense scrutiny, potentially leading to significant fallout for the tech giants regarding harm to minors.
BBC Political Editor Chris Mason offers his analysis on why Labour leader Keir Starmer believes his position on the ongoing war is correct, despite recent criticisms from US President Trump.
The UK Home Office is investigating a significant asylum fraud scheme where migrants are allegedly coached by lawyers to make false claims, including feigning homosexuality or domestic abuse, to secure residency. Authorities are cracking down on these practices and threatening deportation for fraudulent claimants.
BBC analysis by Chris Mason explores how the unexpected friendship between political figures Lammy and Vance is being strategically leveraged. The articles delve into the utilization of their bond for various purposes.
A US jury found Meta and Google liable for intentionally designing addictive social media platforms, a ruling echoed by a Hungarian court, with new reports from Germany also finding Meta and Google negligent, raising stakes for tech giants and potentially opening the door to more lawsuits globally.
Newly revealed Mandelson papers indicate that the prime minister ignored dissenting voices and rushed processes during Peter Mandelson's appointment, highlighting the arrogance surrounding the scandal where he was sacked and later received a £75,000 settlement.
Sir Chris Bryant, a Member of Parliament, publicly called the former prince 'rude, arrogant and entitled' in the House of Commons, marking a new tone in parliamentary discussions regarding Andrew.
