Politics

Just Stop Oil members said they are “very much not being broken” and were “waltzing around” in their cell. Here’s more on this story.  Dangerous Efforts  In November 2022, a group of Just Stop Oil protestors took to the M25 and caused massive traffic interference. In an estimate, almost 50 of them dangerously hung their … Read more

In a frank exchange of differing perspectives, Peter Mandelson’s scepticism towards the UK rejoining the EU contrasts with the British Chambers of Commerce’s call for bold post-Brexit strategies. Here’s the full story. Turn for the Worse Since the Brexit referendum in 2016, British politics seems to have taken a turn for the worse, without the … Read more

British citizens have long enjoyed a fairly positive reputation abroad, celebrated for their politeness, dry humour, and cultural contributions. However, recent trends suggest that the British charm might be wearing thin in some parts of the world. Here’s a look at 20 reasons why Brits are becoming less popular globally. 1. Brexit Fallout Brexit has … Read more

The Conservative Party has introduced a controversial “yellow card” penalty system to prevent personal attacks in its upcoming leadership race, aiming to ensure a clean and respectful competition among candidates. Here’s the full story. Yellow Card Penalty System In a sign of just how unmanageable the much reduced Conservative Party has become, the newly relegated … Read more

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced sweeping budget cuts and reforms, including the controversial scrapping of winter fuel payments for millions of pensioners, to address the Conservatives’ massive £22 billion deficit. Here’s the full story. Fiery Speech in Parliament In a fiery speech to Parliament, in her first major announcement since Labour won the recent election … Read more

Tommy Robinson has reportedly made a run for it after he was arrested and released on bail. What will local authorities do now?  Robinson Has Left the Building Tommy Robinson, whose name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, has fled the UK recently, The Guardian reported. A Man Is Arrested On Sunday, the local Kent police reported that … Read more

The UK government has abruptly halted a controversial free speech law in universities just days before its implementation, sparking a heated debate about the balance between protecting academic freedom and safeguarding vulnerable groups. Here’s the full story. Possible Repeal The newly elected Labour government has halted the implementation of the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) … Read more

Ever wondered about the peculiarly British origins of some of our most colourful phrases? From cheeky market scams to historical mishaps, how did these expressions become part of our daily natter? 1. Not Enough Room to Swing a Cat Far from animal cruelty, this old naval phrase refers to the lack of space below decks … Read more

Britain has long been a nation of proud traditions, iconic innovations, and a unique culture. However, as times change, so too does the focus of national pride. Here’s a look at 21 things the UK once held in high esteem, which now seem to stir less affection or have fallen out of favour. 1. Manufacturing … Read more

The government is being pressured to arrest two British nationals who have left the UK to fight with the Russian army in its invasion of Ukraine. Arrest These Men According to one ex-Army commander, two British men who are fighting for Russia in Ukraine should be arrested. Soldier Boasts Online One of the soldiers was … Read more