Saudi Arabia has confirmed that its crucial East-West oil pipeline was attacked, severely impacting the kingdom's capacity and destroying approximately 10% of its total oil exports.
Chef Ljubomir Stanisic's Mexican gastrobar, Carnal, located in Lisbon's 9Hotel Mercy, has suffered significant damage due to a fire. The restaurant's operations will temporarily transfer to Bistro 100 Maneiras while the original space undergoes recovery.
Labour MP Karl Turner, a prominent critic of the government’s policy restricting jury trials, has had the Labour whip removed following his recent conduct.
The British Prime Minister's office continues to refuse disclosure on whether Lord Peter Mandelson's messages were on Morgan McSweeney's stolen phone, which may have contained vital information. Sir Keir Starmer has now rejected 'far-fetched' suggestions linking the theft to Mandelson files, after Kemi Badenoch's spokesperson raised an eyebrow in relation to the theft, with the PM also dismissing claims that McSweeney faked the theft.
Downing Street is facing criticism for being "more secretive than China" regarding a trip undertaken by a security adviser, raising concerns about transparency.
A No 10 adviser has suggested implementing a cap on energy profits generated from the ongoing Middle East conflict, aiming to address economic impacts.
The Swiss electorate will vote in June on the SVP's 'No 10 Million Switzerland' initiative, with a recent poll indicating a potentially close race. The campaign against the initiative, launched by the Federal Council, cantons, economy, and trade unions, continues amidst debates over its implications for freedom of movement.
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.
Since the start of the legalization process, the Real Estate Administration has received 10,000 requests for the legalization of illegally constructed buildings, according to Director Marko Bulatović.
61,75% das dormidas de turistas na UE concentram-se em apenas quatro países (Espanha, Itália, França e Alemanha). Portugal está no 10.º lugar com mais de 80 milhões (2,7% do total da UE).
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After surviving internal challenges, No 10 insiders suggest that a more combative and authentic Prime Minister is preparing to confront Reform UK, aiming to revive Labour's appeal.
An opinion piece criticizes the Labour party's council plans, suggesting they are poorly executed and inadvertently benefit figures like Farage, questioning the party's strategic direction.
A new set of oral history interviews documents how Barack Obama and his advisers missed the shifting mood of the country that would ultimately replace him with a successor they considered a “con man,”
Antonia Romeo, the Prime Minister's most senior civil servant, has been granted a powerful new mandate to implement No 10's priorities, including rewriting the civil service code to improve productivity.
Israeli media reported that at least ten people were killed and dozens injured in an Israeli Defense Forces attack east of the Al-Mawasi refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip.
Switzerland has been ranked as the top country for opportunities in 2026, while Hong Kong has climbed to tie with Italy at the tenth position in the global ranking.
Swiss comedian Mike Casa has achieved viral success with a sketch that satirizes the SVP's 'No 10 Million Switzerland' initiative, drawing a response from SVP National Councillor Thomas Matter.
Transcripts released by the Metropolitan Police reveal that Morgan McSweeney, then chief of staff to the Prime Minister, did not disclose his No 10 position when reporting a phone theft in a 999 call.
A No 10 adviser has suggested implementing a cap on energy profits, arguing that companies should not benefit excessively from the ongoing Middle East conflict.
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) in the Philippines has refuted online claims of a nearly 100% increase in motor vehicle registration fees, stating such reports are false.
Swiss Federal Councillor Beat Jans has launched a campaign against the SVP's 'No 10 Million Switzerland' initiative, which will be voted on June 14. The government is unusually backed by employers and trade unions in its opposition.
Latvian municipalities are competing to attract residents by offering varying birth benefits, ranging from 100 to 1000 euros, and implementing additional measures to support new families.
According to the BiH Agency for Statistics, 108,413 students are enrolled in 315 high schools in the 2025/2026 school year, a 0.3% increase from the previous year.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has indicated support for removing Prince Andrew from the royal line of succession, stating Australians 'don't want a bar' of him.
A podcast clip from The Independent's 'In The Room' features hosts reflecting on the ominous atmosphere of working in No 10 Downing Street during times of government crisis.
The Labour Party is implementing a new social media strategy that involves engaging online content creators, a move that follows a similar initiative by No 10.
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch has expressed concerns that the current plans to refurbish the Palace of Westminster are 'out of control' and has called for a reevaluation.
Articles discuss Keir Starmer's proposed reset with the EU, his potential G20 agenda, and broader critiques of Labour's 'minimalism' and specific policies like special needs education.
On World Roma Day, Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević awarded 108 scholarships to Roma students for the 2025/2026 academic year, emphasizing the importance of education and equality for the Roma community.
Cleo Watson, a former aide at 10 Downing Street, shares her personal experience of the intense stress and psychological toll of working in Westminster politics, stating she looks years younger after quitting.
A thief stole 100,000 zloty from a rectory in Moniatycze, Poland, after the priest left the door unlocked for a brief period, allowing the perpetrator to hide inside and commit the theft.
A Lithuanian lawyer advises cohabiting couples on the legal implications of buying property with a loan, highlighting potential issues after separation due to the decreasing number of registered marriages.
A humanitarian afforestation action took place in Vukovar, Croatia, where 100 oak trees were planted at the Potkova location, with proceeds from voucher sales supporting a humanitarian campaign.
German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz held a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump, discussing Russia's war against Ukraine and the escalating conflict in Iran and the Middle East. Separately, UK Labour leader Keir Starmer also had a 'constructive' call with Trump on the Middle East and Strait of Hormuz.
Switzerland is set to vote in June on the 'No 10 Million Switzerland' initiative, which aims to limit the country's population. Recent polls indicate a tight race, with public opinion divided on the proposal.
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According to data published by the Agency for Statistics of BiH, in the school year 2025/2026, 108,413 students were enrolled in 315 high schools in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The FBI has reportedly fired agents who were involved in the investigation into former President Trump's handling of classified documents, a move condemned by the FBI Agents Association as unlawful and a threat to national security.
US President Donald Trump warned countries against withdrawing from agreed-upon trade deals with the US, threatening to impose much higher duties after a Supreme Court decision overturned his emergency tariffs.
Downing Street has stated that 'nothing is off the table' regarding new US tariffs, with discussions ongoing following President Donald Trump's announcement of a 15% global tariff that could significantly impact the UK.
The UK government is facing criticism for working with Brendan Cox, the widower of murdered Labour MP Jo Cox, following his resignation from three charities due to misconduct allegations.
A scandal involving Labour Together is reportedly implicating the Prime Minister's office, suggesting that all roads lead back to the prime minister despite efforts to protect himself.
A new analysis suggests that traditional political parties in the UK are failing to represent the evolving working class, leading to a disconnect between politics and contemporary class dynamics.
Letters to The Times highlight concerns about an imbalance of power within No 10 and Whitehall, reflecting public and political anxieties about governance.
Palmerston, the former chief mouser for the Foreign Office, has died in Bermuda, with tributes pouring in from across Westminster, including from No 10's Larry the Cat.