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Conservatives have refused to rule out pre-election negotiations with Nigel Farage, amid mounting concerns around the ascendancy of Reform UK and his potential return to UK politics. Here’s the full story.  Secret Deals Politics used to be played mostly in secret, with backroom deals, bribes and influence peddling done out of sight. The Past is … Read more

The alarming surge in waterborne diseases in England has prompted urgent calls for action to address sewage discharge and safeguard public health, as hospital admissions have risen by 60% since 2010. Here’s the full story. Protecting or Conserving The name of the current governing party of the United Kingdom, the Conservatives, is a misnomer when … Read more

Protesters have demanded an end to the exclusion of women at the Garrick Club, igniting a debate on tradition, privilege, and the role of secretive clubs in the running of the British state. Here’s the full story. Smoke-Filled Rooms The notion that the British state was run from smoke-filled wood-panelled rooms used to be the … Read more

Renowned broadcaster Sir David Attenborough defends the BBC licence fee amid a price hike, emphasising its vital role in supporting global programming as it navigates partnerships with commercial entities and potential shifts in advertising strategies. Here’s the full story. Uniting Figures With the situation in the UK so consistently volatile, there are very few figures … Read more

British football fans heading to Euro 2024 in Germany are cautioned by the Foreign Office to watch their steins as they cheer on England and Scotland, with a gentle reminder about the strength of German beer. Here’s the full story. Rowdy Lot Brits abroad can occasionally be rowdy as they enjoy warmer climes’ sun, sand … Read more

In a strategic move to target younger audiences, The Independent announces its acquisition of BuzzFeed and HuffPost operations in the UK and Ireland, signalling a significant shift in the region’s media landscape. Here’s the full story. Right Wing News The UK’s media ecosystem leans heavily to the right, with the two newspapers with the widest … Read more

One candidate for the role of London Mayor has urged a new tunnel to be renamed the “Sadiq Khan Tunnel,” but is it likely to happen? Proposal for Renaming Tunnel A candidate for the role of London Mayor has considered renaming a tunnel after the current London Mayor Sadiq Khan. New Name Request Rob Blackie, … Read more

A Tory MP has campaigned to open a fish and chip shop in his constituency during a cost of living crisis. MP’s Campaign for Chip Shop Conservative MP Steve Tuckwell has initiated a campaign to introduce a fish and chip shop to a section of his constituency, contradicting himself. Tuckwell spoke of his dismay at … Read more

A popular comedian has been forced by Transport for London to alter adverts for his upcoming shows due to promoting unhealthy eating. TfL’s Advertising Controversy Transport for London (TfL) has faced criticism once again for its decision to ban an advert on the London Underground for displaying a hot dog. This incident adds to a … Read more

Argentina has lashed out at the UK, denouncing Lord Cameron’s visit to the Falkland Islands as a “provocative” move. Argentina’s Outcry A spokesperson opposed Lord David Cameron’s visit to the Falkland Islands, accusing the UK of initiating a “provocative” move against Argentina. Former PM’s Tour The former Prime Minister’s visit is part of a tour … Read more