Thomas Edwards
The government’s communications operation has been publicly criticised by a senior ministerial aide who also plays a central role in overseeing that work, in a rare confrontation over how Downing Street manages its messaging and engagement with the media and public.
Trade bodies and unions in the UK construction and engineering sectors have called on ministers to revise the government’s latest procurement reforms to strengthen standards and address what they describe as a persistent low price culture in public contracts.
Britain has secured a significant win for Scotland’s iconic whisky industry, with China agreeing to cut tariffs on Scotch whisky from 10 per cent to 5 per cent.
The Russell Group has picked Professor Libby Hackett, an Australia based public policy specialist, as its next chief executive, handing the UK’s most influential research university lobby to a leader with deep experience in government facing policy work and sector politics.
Conservatives propose a judge-led inquiry with full statutory powers to investigate grooming gangs after the previous government process stalled amid resignations.
The government plans to end most taxi travel for asylum seekers attending medical appointments, replacing it with public transport and tightening Home Office oversight.
What will the Greens’ new eco-populist leader Zack Polanski – who now heads Britain’s third-largest political party – do for his next trick?
China’s Premier Li Qiang addressed the U.N. to advocate deeper international cooperation, reject protectionism, and propose new institutions for global AI governance.
The AI sector has escalated political spending through lobbying and a new Pro‑AI Super PAC as elections near. Firms face legal pressures, including a wrongful death case and industry lawsuits. Regulatory fragmentation across states adds complexity. Surging investment in AI start‑ups continues despite economic concerns and mounting scrutiny.
Norway is ramping up investment in oil and gas even amid green energy expansion. Output continues to exceed expectations, with new licensing rounds and record field development. Political parties differ on the strategy, but the petroleum sector remains central to the economy and Europe’s energy supply.
Sir James Dyson has criticised Labour’s tax and National Insurance increases, warning they could stifle innovation and deter investment. The measures, part of Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s 2025 Spending Review, have drawn mixed reactions from industry, with some sectors raising concern over rising costs amid broader economic uncertainty.
Labour has cancelled a high-priced corporate conference due to weak demand from executives and lobbyists. The £5,000-per-head event faced criticism over costs and limited ministerial access. It follows broader business unease with Labour’s tax and regulatory plans and raises questions over the party’s approach to corporate engagement.
Elon Musk has sharply criticised Donald Trump’s proposed tax bill, calling it a “disgusting abomination.” The legislation, which increases defence spending and cuts social programmes, faces opposition in the Senate. Musk’s remarks have deepened divisions within the Republican Party over the bill’s fiscal impact and policy direction.
Kamala Harris returned to the spotlight with a fierce speech condemning Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office, slamming his tariffs, immigration policies, and governance as reckless and dangerous. She called on Americans to resist fear, defend democracy, and reclaim power: “It belongs to us. It belongs to we the people.”
Donald Trump’s $TRUMP meme coin has surged in value after he offered a gala dinner and VIP access to its top holders. Launched before his 2025 inauguration, the coin has raised ethical concerns over the president profiting from a private cryptocurrency while in office. Supporters hail it as innovative political engagement, while critics warn of conflicts of interest and regulatory risks amid growing international scrutiny.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen addressed the EU’s planned 25% tariffs on €21 billion of U.S. goods with a mix of defiance and diplomacy. She clarified that the tariffs, unanimously supported by EU members, are temporarily on hold for 90 days as negotiations with the U.S. unfold. This comes after President Trump announced a 20% tariff on EU imports, which was later reduced under market pressure to a 10% baseline for all countries, except China, which faces a staggering 145% rate.
Top U.S. law firms are striking multimillion-dollar deals with the Trump administration, curbing DEI policies and offering pro bono work to avoid punitive executive orders. The moves have triggered fierce debate over legal independence and political pressure.
Kenya in Turmoil: Protests, Cuts, and a Struggling Economy
Mark Carney seizes Canada’s Liberal leadership, stepping into a trade war with Trump and a fight for Canada’s economic future.
Merz’s CDU/CSU secures a pivotal win as Germany braces for complex coalition talks and a new political era.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. narrowly confirmed as HHS Secretary after fierce Senate showdown over his vaccine stance.
Vice President JD Vance arrives in Paris this week for the AI Action Summit, marking his first major foray into international diplomacy.
President Donald Trump hosted Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba at the White House to discuss trade and security, including the U.S.-Japan trade deficit, Nippon Steel’s investment in U.S. Steel, and diplomatic relations with North Korea.
Allegations that Politico received significant financial support from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) have gained momentum in recent days, drawing strong reactions from President Donald Trump and conservative media figures.
A cross-party motion signed by more than 30 MPs has been tabled in Parliament, urging the Labour government to take a firm stance against U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial remarks on Gaza
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