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Reform UK has come under renewed scrutiny following criticism of comments made by its candidate for London Mayor, Laila Cunningham.

Cunningham’s remarks about London prompted accusations that she was “talking down” the capital at a time when mayoral candidates are expected to promote the city’s strengths and economic potential. Critics argued that the comments risked reinforcing negative perceptions of London rather than addressing its challenges constructively.

Reform UK defended its candidate, saying the comments were intended to highlight concerns raised by residents and businesses, including crime, infrastructure pressures and the cost of living. The party said acknowledging problems was necessary to argue ...

In Prime Minister’s Questions, Sir Keir Starmer set out a busy agenda dominated by foreign policy and domestic pressures, while facing demands from opposition leaders for clearer detail and faster parliamentary scrutiny.

Starmer told MPs he had attended a “Coalition of the Willing” meeting in Paris alongside European and US counterparts and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He said the UK, France and Ukraine had agreed a declaration of intent covering the possible deployment of multinational forces if a peace deal is reached. Starmer emphasised any deployment would come only after a ceasefire and would require further legal steps. He added that ...

Recent shifts in Venezuela’s oil supply chain and broader energy markets have renewed attention on how geopolitical competition, particularly between the United States and China, is influencing global energy dynamics rather than traditional market forces alone.

Commentators note that Venezuela, despite holding some of the world’s largest proven oil reserves, has been largely excluded from global oil flows for years due to sanctions, underinvestment and political instability. This has reshaped supply chains and investor strategies, with Chinese buyers historically taking a large share of Venezuelan crude exports through informal and shadow-market routes. Restoring Venezuela’s role in international energy markets under a ...

Michael Reagan, the eldest son of former US president Ronald Reagan, has died at the age of 80, according to family statements and US media reports.

Reagan, who was adopted by Ronald Reagan and his first wife, Jane Wyman, was a conservative commentator and political activist for much of his life. He was known for publicly defending his father’s legacy and speaking about conservative values, often appearing on television and radio to discuss US politics.

While not holding elected office himself, Michael Reagan was a visible public figure, particularly within Republican and conservative circles. He also wrote several books, including memoirs that ...

France, the United Kingdom and Ukraine have signed a declaration of intent on the possible deployment of multinational forces on Ukrainian territory following a cessation of hostilities, according to reporting from multiple outlets.

The document was signed in Paris by Emmanuel Macron, Keir Starmer, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a meeting of countries described as a “coalition of the willing”. The declaration sets out a framework for legal and operational planning should a ceasefire be agreed.

President Macron said the United States had expressed readiness to take part in mechanisms to monitor any ceasefire. Prime Minister Starmer described the agreement as the starting ...

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is encountering increasing opposition in Parliament over the government’s approach to resetting the UK’s relationship with the European Union.

The government has set out plans for closer cooperation with the EU in areas such as trade, security, research and regulatory standards. Ministers argue that a more pragmatic relationship would reduce friction, support economic growth and improve the UK’s standing with European partners, while maintaining that there are no plans to rejoin the single market or customs union.

Critics, particularly on the Conservative benches, have accused the government of pursuing closer alignment with EU rules by stealth. They warn ...

Nvidia has announced an expansion of its cloud gaming service, GeForce Now, with the launch of native apps for Linux systems and Amazon Fire TV devices.

The move is designed to make PC gaming more accessible by allowing users to stream games directly from the cloud, reducing the need for expensive hardware upgrades at a time when component prices, including RAM, remain high. Linux users will no longer need to rely on browser-based access, while Fire TV owners will be able to turn compatible streaming sticks into cloud gaming devices.

Nvidia said the updates are part of a broader effort to extend ...

The UK government has urged Elon Musk to take swift action to address concerns that Grok, an AI chatbot developed by his company, is capable of generating sexualised images.

Officials said the issue raises serious questions about online safety and compliance with UK regulations, particularly where AI systems may expose users to harmful or inappropriate content. The government warned that technology firms have a responsibility to ensure safeguards are in place to prevent misuse and protect vulnerable users.

The concerns follow reports that Grok, which is integrated into Musk’s social media platform X, can produce explicit or sexualised imagery under certain prompts. ...

Concerns are mounting over the impact of higher business rates on pubs and hospitality businesses, with warnings that the changes could accelerate closures, especially in rural communities.

Industry representatives have said that pubs are already under strain from rising costs, including energy bills, wages and supply prices. They argue that further increases in business rates risk making many venues financially unviable, particularly smaller, community-based pubs that operate on tight margins.

The issue has prompted unease within government ranks, with reports of cabinet-level concern over the scale of the changes and their potential political fallout. Hospitality groups have been urged by ministers not ...

The FTSE 100 has climbed to a new record level, marking a symbolic milestone for the UK’s main stock market index as it continues to benefit from strong performances in key sectors.

Gains were led by energy, mining and defence companies, which have been buoyed by higher commodity prices, global demand and a weaker pound. The international nature of the FTSE 100, with many firms earning revenues overseas, has helped insulate it from slower growth in the domestic economy.

Market analysts noted that while the index’s rise reflects positive sentiment among investors, it does not necessarily signal improved conditions for the broader ...