When it comes to ending elite impunity, the US could learn from the UK British institutions can keep politicians somewhat in check. But in the US, shamelessness has become contagious The Guardian - US · Mar 3
Why One Former Prime Minister Was Forced to "Break the Bad News" to Ex-Prince Andrew "For Fear of Embarrassing" Queen Elizabeth "He was not thrilled. I tried to cheer him up." Marie Claire · Feb 28
Trump tariff ruling shows top courts serve as last line of defence against strongman rule The US Supreme Court told Donald Trump on February 20 that the tariffs he has used to try and bend the world to his will are unlawful. Tariffs are taxes and it is not for the president to impose them. According to the US constitution, Congress holds the power of… The Conversation · Feb 26
It’s taboo to admit it, but voters bear some responsibility for the frayed state of Britain Populists blame an ever-expanding list of enemies for social ills – many of which are in fact caused by changes in our habits and social norms, says Guardian columnist Andy Beckett The Guardian - UK · Feb 26
Dirty Business creator on raw sewage scandal: ‘This is the worst possible situation we’ll accept without starting a revolution’ Joseph Bullman’s shocking Channel 4 series explores two ordinary men’s extraordinary 10-year fight against British water companies The Independent UK · Feb 25
BoJo says send non-combat European troops to Ukraine now Former UK PM Boris Johnson urged Europe to deploy non-combat troops to Ukraine immediately, criticizing the continent's insufficient pressure on Russia. He argued that such a move would demonstrate commitment and push Putin towards negotiations. Johnson also highlighted Europe's continued energy imports from Russia, calling for increased urgency to secure… The Times of India · Feb 24
BAFTAs 2026: Six viral moments from Robert Aramayo's win to Paddington cameo and Alan Cumming's snack gag The Baftas 2026 was a night to remember, with Robert Aramayo's unexpected win, a heartwarming cameo from Paddington and host Alan Cumming's quirky snack distribution stealing the spotlight Evening Standard · Feb 23
How Nigel Farage’s plan to scrap indefinite leave to remain could put thousands at risk of deportation Farage says the plan would save over £200bn – but the figures have been called into question The Independent UK · Feb 23
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky warns Trump of Putin’s ‘games’ as war enters fifth year Russians are 'playing with Trump and playing with the entire world', says Zelensky The Independent UK · Feb 23
As Pauline Hanson’s One Nation roars back, what can Australia learn from the rise of Nigel Farage and Reform UK? It may not just be immigration and economic anxiety at play but also a sense of cultural anger and loss. Vigilance is needed The Guardian - AU · Feb 22
Johnson’s Ukraine comments typical of his attention-seeking, says Independent editor-in-chief Boris Johnson's call for non-combat troops from the UK and Europe to be deployed immediately to Ukraine is "reckless and irresponsible," Geordie Greig told Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg. The Independent UK · Feb 22
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv condemns ‘blackmail’ by Hungary and Slovakia in energy supplies dispute Ukraine foreign ministry says ultimatums should be sent to the Kremlin; one dead, 15 wounded in Lviv in ‘act of terror’: What we know on day 1,460 The Guardian - AU · Feb 22
Former UK PM Boris Johnson says UK should immediately send non-combat troops to Ukraine Speaking ahead of the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, Mr Johnson told the BBC that these troops should be stationed in peaceful regions The Independent UK · Feb 21
The Independent UK · Feb 20 Boris Johnson and Liz Truss ‘lobbied Trump to block Starmer’s Chagos deal’ The two former British prime ministers are said to have raised concerns over the deal with the US president
The Independent UK · Feb 17 Voices: If you think Westminster is a boring boys’ club, why not join ours? COMMENT : ‘In The Room’, a podcast from Cleo Watson, former deputy chief of staff to Boris Johnson, and Helen MacNamara, deputy cabinet secretary, launches this Friday exclusively from The Independent. Here they explain why it’s a must-listen for those who want to cut through the noise in SW1
The Independent UK · Feb 17 I am one of the many London parents who haven’t vaccinated their children against measles – let me explain COMMENT: A new outbreak of measles is spreading across north London, and it’s a wake-up call to all mums like me who didn’t give the MMR vaccines to our children, says Charlotte Cripps
The Guardian - UK · Feb 15 There’s no end in sight to Starmer’s struggles Letters: Readers respond to an editorial and other articles on the fallout of the Peter Mandelson scandal
Salon · Feb 15 Epstein files rock Britain — but why? The contrast with Trump's America is both obvious and shocking — but it’s not the whole story
Evening Standard · Feb 13 PM must ‘get a grip’ of briefings after Chris Wormald forced out, O’Donnell says Lord Gus O’Donnell urged the Prime Minister to ‘take responsibility’ for a pattern of anonymous criticism targeting senior figures.
Evening Standard · Feb 13 Starmer seeks new top mandarin in Downing Street shake-up Dame Antonia Romeo is widely tipped to replace Sir Chris Wormald as cabinet secretary – the UK’s most senior civil servant.
The Guardian - US · Feb 12 Inside Will Lewis’s tumultuous two years as publisher of the Washington Post Before the Post’s sweeping layoffs and Lewis’s abrupt resignation, his tenure was marked by controversy and clashes with staff
The Guardian - UK · Feb 10 Fighting Starmer wins another chance, but is still surrounded by peril Polling is bad, crucial tests are looming, his party is a tinderbox and the leadership genie is hard to rebottle
The Guardian - UK · Feb 9 Planning ahead: the political leadership campaigns that launched too soon As ‘Rayner for leader’ site goes live, here are previous instances of politicians jumping the gun
Evening Standard · Feb 9 Sir Keir Starmer: U-turns, judgment fears and public scepticism combine The Prime Minister is facing a week of uncertainty as critics call for new leadership.