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Former MI6 chief Sir Alex Younger advocates for a reevaluation of Britain’s defence strategy, urging Britons to prepare for national service in response to evolving security threats. Here’s the full story.  Shake Up The war in Ukraine has shaken up the world’s security apparatus in a way not seen in a generation or more. Rethinking … Read more

A sixth member has been charged in a suspected Russian spy ring operating in the UK, with implications for security and a possible international incident brewing. Here’s the whole story.  Uncovering a Spy Ring While it is well known that most countries conduct spying operations, it is very rare that any of them are uncovered. That … Read more

Liz Truss’s appearance at CPAC has sparked debate and scrutiny, as she takes the stage among a diverse assembly of voices from the fringes of the political spectrum. Here’s the full story. Truss Renaissance Former British Prime Minister Liz Truss is enjoying somewhat of a renaissance in the United States recently.  Unexpected Home In the … Read more

In a tumultuous week for the UK Conservative Party, former leaders cosy up to Donald Trump, conspiracy theories gain traction, and the party’s rightward drift threatens to plunge it into the shark-infested waters of national populism, leaving the Tories bleeding and inviting extremist elements to save them from annihilation. Here’s the full story.  Curiouser and … Read more

In a world threatened by AI-generated deepfakes, Home Secretary James Cleverly has raised concerns over its ability to manipulate democratic countries, urging collective action against digital manipulation in electoral processes. Here’s the full story.  Outside Actors In the modern era, with technology advancing at what can sometimes seem a frightening pace, the ability for state … Read more

Detective Sergeant Neil Buckmaster’s reinstatement amidst allegations of racism has sparked debates on accountability and transparency within the embattled Metropolitan Police. Here’s the full story. Lack of Trust The public’s trust in the Metropolitan Police has recently taken a nosedive following continuous news stories and reports underlining the force’s institutional problems with racism, sexism, and … Read more

MPs’ groundbreaking proposal to decriminalize abortion up to 24 weeks in England and Wales ignites passionate debates, signalling a pivotal moment in the fight for reproductive rights and healthcare reform. Here’s the full story. Roe v Wade Following the overturning of Roe v Wade in the United States, reproductive rights and safe, legal abortion access … Read more

Shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves says plans to invest in more tax officials would help raise £5bn a year for the public purse. This money would be used to help fund the NHS and school breakfast clubs. Announcement Comes After Spending Commitments Questioned The government has announced plans to scrap the non-dom status currently enjoyed by … Read more

MPs have challenged the Charity Commission’s handling of its Global Warming Policy Foundation investigation, alleging unlawful delay and highlighting concerns over the think tank’s climate scepticism. Here’s the full story.  Hard to Ignore As the world continues to heat up, and this spring is already set to see more record-breaking weather events, from heat waves … Read more

Rising borrowing costs and high inflation blamed for expected rent rise according to a leading think tank. Predictions from the Resolution Foundation say that there are ‘significant housing cost rises yet to come’. Borrowing Costs Highest in Almost Two Decades Following the interest spike caused by the disastrous Truss and Kwarteng budget, anyone with a … Read more