Politics

The rift between Scotland and England is as deep as Loch Ness and just as murky. For centuries, the Scots have harboured a profound disdain for their southern neighbours. Here are 20 reasons why this age-old resentment still burns brightly. 1. Historical Grudges From the Wars of Scottish Independence to the Battle of Culloden, the … Read more

As Labour takes control, the debate around immigration intensifies, challenging us to consider both the benefits and risks. Will the changes under Labour strike the right balance? 1. End to Free Movement Labour has confirmed it will not reinstate free movement with the EU, potentially reducing European immigration. Critics argue this could exacerbate labour shortages, … Read more

As Keir Starmer’s Labour Party takes the helm, a raft of policy reversals and new initiatives has triggered hot debates. Here’s a look at the key policies stirring up controversy. 1. Reversal on Nationalisation Initially advocating for broad nationalisation, Starmer’s shift to only partially nationalising sectors like railways, while pushing for stricter regulations elsewhere, has … Read more

Prince Harry received backlash after ESPY announced he would receive the Pat Tillman Award. The prince has said nothing until recently.  The ESPY Award Ceremony Mirror reports Prince Harry was recently awarded the ESPY (Excellence in Sports Performance and Achievements) award, inspired by Pat Tillman.  Sportsman Turned Army Ranger Pat was an excellent sportsman before … Read more

Despite sweeping to a massive victory in the general election, Sir Keir Starmer’s Labour Party has a lot of work to do to win over the right wing. Here’s how they can do it.  Restore Trust Trust and confidence in politicians are at an all-time low after the soap opera we’ve endured for the last … Read more

Nigel Farage has been widely criticized for comments suggesting Prime Minister Rishi Sunak lacks an understanding of “our culture,” with many accusing him of using racially charged dog whistle politics to exploit cultural divisions for political gain. Here’s the full story. Farage’s Signature Move Nigel Farage, the newly appointed leader of Reform UK, who took … Read more

The Port of Dover is set for major traffic jams as border checks and processes may take up to two hours. The port warned motorists to prepare for the delay and being stuck in traffic for a long time.  The Excitement and Frustration Ahead of the Olympic Games in France this year, motorists and travellers … Read more

Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice face a massive challenge as the UK struggles to balance overcrowded jails. Under the Rishi Sunak government, over 10,000 were freed 70 days before bail. How will it go with the Labour government?   Tough on Crime  The UK has experienced an overcrowding of prisons as the law … Read more

Just hours after UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer praised President Joe Biden’s mental acuity, Biden faced a series of high-profile blunders at a crucial NATO press conference, raising fresh questions about his fitness for office. Here’s the full story. Waiting With Bated Breath As Prime Minister Keir Starmer landed in Washington for his first face-to-face … Read more

Pressure is mounting on the Labour government to scrap the controversial two-child benefit cap as new figures reveal its devastating impact on 1.6 million children, fueling a heated debate on child poverty in the UK. Here’s the full story. Controversial Two-Child Cap The highly controversial two-child benefit cap, introduced by the Conservative government in 2017, … Read more