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A significant batch of newly released emails from the Jeffrey Epstein files has intensified scrutiny of UK political figures, centering on former Cabinet minister Peter Mandelson. The correspondence, spanning several years, reveals a close personal and professional relationship between Mandelson and the convicted financier, even while Epstein was under house arrest.

The email disclosures show Mandelson sought Epstein's advice on personal and political matters, shared sensitive government information, and allegedly coordinated with the financier to influence economic policy. In one notable exchange from December 2009, while Mandelson served as Business Secretary, he suggested that JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon should "mildly ...

Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton have agreed to testify before the House Oversight Committee, marking a reversal as the House prepared a vote to hold them in contempt of Congress. This decision followed a months-long standoff over subpoenas in the committee's investigation related to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The House Oversight Committee, led by Chairman James Comer, had approved contempt measures after the Clintons previously refused to appear for scheduled depositions. The committee's subpoenas were issued as part of its investigation. The Clintons had criticized the probe as a partisan exercise, stating in a letter that there was "no plausible ...

The John F. Kennedy Centre for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., is scheduled to close for about two years starting July 4 for extensive renovations, an announcement made directly by President Donald Trump. The decision heightens ongoing controversy surrounding the national arts institution, which has faced significant artist protests and leadership changes since the president became involved.

The centre, designated by federal law as a memorial to the late President John F. Kennedy, was renamed the "Donald J. Trump and John F. Kennedy Memorial Centre for the Performing Arts" in December. This action, taken by a board of trustees recently ...

In an interview on Kim Iversen's show (@KimIversen), activist Guy Christensen discussed his ongoing lawsuit against Ohio State University (OSU), which has reached a crucial legal juncture. Christensen was expelled in May 2025 following his outspoken social media criticism of U.S. policy towards Israel and Gaza. The university's action came after he finished his first year, claiming his posts constituted threats. Christensen and his legal team from the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) argue that the expulsion was a direct violation of his constitutional rights.

A federal judge has issued a preliminary ruling strongly favouring Christensen. The opinion stated it was ...

Zack Polanski, the deputy leader of the UK's Green Party, has thrust the issue of drug legalisation to the forefront of political debate, directly challenging the Labour government's stance. During Prime Minister's Questions, Polanski argued for a fundamental shift in national drug policy, advocating for the legalisation and regulation of currently illicit substances alongside alcohol.

Polanski's central argument is that the current prohibitionist model has failed, fuelling organised crime, endangering users with unsafe products, and overcrowding prisons without addressing root causes. He proposes a public health-centred approach, emphasising harm reduction, safe consumption, and treating addiction as a health issue rather than ...

President Donald Trump has escalated a trade dispute with Canada, threatening on social media to "decertify" aircraft made in Canada and impose a 50% tariff on all aircraft sold into the United States. The threat specifically targeted jets made by Bombardier, a major Canadian aerospace manufacturer and competitor to U.S.-based Gulfstream.

President Trump justified the move by accusing Canada of wrongfully blocking the certification of Gulfstream jets, effectively prohibiting their sale. This action marks a significant new phase in long-running tensions between the two nations over trade and certification issues, which have simmered since President Trump's re-election. Political friction has increased ...

The movement for Alberta's independence from Canada is experiencing a notable resurgence, bringing long-standing grievances over energy policy and provincial autonomy back into the spotlight of national debate. Simultaneously, this push is drawing considerable attention due to alleged links to American political figures and the adoption of rhetoric associated with U.S. President Donald Trump.

Proponents of Alberta sovereignty, often citing economic frustrations with federal climate policies and equalisation payments, have recently adopted more confrontational language and organisational strategies that resemble elements of Trump-era populism. Key figures within the movement have reportedly engaged with Trump-affiliated advisors and conservative think tanks in the ...

UK–China relations are once again under scrutiny as Prime Minister Keir Starmer seeks to recalibrate Britain’s foreign policy amid intensifying global uncertainty. Starmer’s recent engagement with Beijing comes at a time when international diplomacy is increasingly shaped by the return of hard-edged great power rivalry and growing concern over the direction of US foreign policy.

Speaking ahead of high-level discussions with Chinese leadership, Starmer framed UK–China diplomacy as a necessary effort to reduce risk rather than deepen dependence. The UK government has emphasised that engagement with China does not signal a departure from its security commitments to allies, but reflects the ...

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has used his high-profile visit to China to signal a reset in UK–China relations, positioning Britain as a pragmatic and reliable global partner amid wider international uncertainty. The trip, which included formal talks with Xi Jinping, marks Starmer’s most significant engagement with Beijing since taking office and reflects a deliberate shift in tone from recent years.

The visit comes at a time of heightened volatility in global politics, with allies reassessing their positions as US foreign policy remains unpredictable. Against this backdrop, Starmer has sought to present the UK as a steady actor capable of balancing close ...

A town hall event featuring Congresswoman Ilhan Omar in Minneapolis, Minnesota, was disrupted when an individual sprayed an unknown liquid toward the lawmaker. The incident, which occurred during a public meeting with constituents, led to the immediate arrest of a suspect by local law enforcement.

Authorities have confirmed that the man was taken into custody following the security breach. The substance sprayed has not been publicly identified, and investigations are ongoing. Both the Congresswoman and her staff were reported to be unharmed following the confrontation.

This event has renewed concerns about the security of elected officials during public engagements and the broader ...