The Crown in ‘chaos’ after star pulls out
The Crown season six is reportedly in chaos after a major star announced she will not return to the Netflix royal drama.
UK Politics
Famous scientist shuts down on live TV
Outspoken scientist and atheist Richard Dawkins has shut down during an interview, refusing to answer a question in an awkward exchange.
New leader declared in the UK
He will become the nation’s youngest First Minister and also the first ever person from a minority ethnic background to hold the post.
Albo hits back at China’s AUKUS attack
Anthony Albanese has hit back after China sensationally accused Australia of trying to stir up an arms race with a major new military deal.
Leaked WhatsApps expose sinister Covid plan
The UK’s former Health Secretary plotted to “deploy the new variant” to “frighten the pants off everyone”, leaked messages show.
Three words make bitter debate erupt
A British politician has copped an almighty backlash after whipping up a conspiracy theory frenzy on the floor of his nation’s parliament.
UK’s dig after Aussie state’s bid to recruit Brits
The UK is up in arms about one Aussie state’s plan to recruit more than 30,000 workers to fill essential job vacancies.
King Charles ‘worried’ about Zelensky
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has made a whirlwind trip to London including a meeting with Charles III and PM Sunak.
‘I am homeless’: PM’s brutal conversation
The UK Prime Minister has gone viral for a brutally awkward conversation with a homeless man, asking whether he works “in business”.
Brexit a ‘disaster’, Brits want back in EU
TV host Piers Morgan says it’s “time to admit Brexit has been a disaster” and called for a new referendum for the UK to rejoin the European Union.
‘Unprecedented’: UK plunges into recession
In a gloomy financial statement, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt said the Office for Budget Responsibility had judged that the UK’s economy was shrinking.
Nation facing ‘longest recession’ on record
A dire forecast for one of the world’s largest economies suggests it is already in a recession that could outlast all others since records began.
Hidden barb in Albo’s UK comment
Anthony Albanese has revealed when he will speak to Britain’s new prime minister Rishi Sunak after a chaotic period across the pond.
New UK PM twists the knife on Liz
Rishi Sunak has become the UK’s new Prime Minister – the third in 50 days – after meeting King Charles at Buckingham Palace.
New world leader’s embarrassing gaffes
The UK’s new Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has won the battle to lead his country, only after overcoming a history of embarrassing gaffes.
New PM slammed as ‘awkward robot’
The United Kingdom’s new Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has been branded a “robot” and “awkward” after delivering his first speech.
Boris breaks silence on unlikely return
Controversial former British PM Boris Johnson said he is “up for” the challenge of taking back the leadership following Liz Truss’ resignation.
‘Seismic events’: Pound dips in UK panic
The British pound has sunk dramatically following “seismic events of the last 24 hours”, adding to the nation’s chaos.
TV station’s blistering jab at former PM
Ending their coverage of the resignation of UK Prime Minister Liz Truss, Channel 4 played a video montage using a particularly pointed Taylor Swift hit.
Boris plots crazy comeback as PM quits
Boris Johnson is plotting a return to power and will run to replace Liz Truss as UK Prime Minister after her resignation last night, sources say.
Hilarious moment newsreader drops C-bomb
A British political journalist accidentally dropped the C-bomb live on air while discussing the UK’s new Chancellor Jeremy Hunt.
UK PM suffers brutal new blow
Liz Truss’ house of cards looked on the brink of collapse this morning after her Home Secretary Suella Braverman resigned.
Liz Truss is dealt a stinging new blow
Just when it looked like matters couldn’t get any worse for Liz Truss, one of her inner circle made his feelings clear on live radio.
‘Devastating’: Aussie slams ‘loose’ UK PM
Liz Truss is clinging onto her job just weeks after taking office after her disastrous ‘mini-Budget’ led the Pound to tank.
UK PM suffers the ultimate humiliation
Liz Truss is clinging onto her job as UK Prime Minister tonight after being forced to scrap almost her entire package of tax cuts.
Camilla’s coronation faces major hitch
Camilla was set to wear a famous diamond at her coronation, but now the royals may be rethinking their plans for the occasion.
Morgan blasts ‘pathetic’ new activist trend
Shocking footage showing animal rights campaigners pouring out supermarket milk.
PM sacks senior ally as Britain reels
The UK has descended into even deeper political turmoil, with the new PM sacking her most senior cabinet member after just six weeks in the job.
King Charles lets slip what he really thinks
The outspoken royal appears to have accidentally made his feelings known while meeting UK Prime Minister Liz Truss.
Siblings cut from $834k will take uncle to jail
A brother and sister have had their uncle jailed after he failed to hand over their share of their granny’s over $834 thousand will.
Embarrassing backflip after backlash
UK Prime Minister Liz Truss has been forced to make an embarrassing U-turn after a rebellion within her own ranks.
Nigel Farage confronts ‘left-wing’ Aussie
Controversial ex-UK politician Nigel Farage got heated with a “left-wing” Aussie protester in a clash that’s now gone viral online.
Crisis meeting as PM dealt massive blow
UK Prime Minister Liz Truss held crisis talks on Friday as the British economy continues to tank – but it’s another a shock development that’s left her reeling.
‘What were you thinking?’: PM confronted
British Prime Minister has emerged from “hiding” amid her nation’s financial turmoil, only to be confronted by a barrage of angry questions.
‘This is bad’: Drastic intervention amid crisis
The central bank of the United Kingdom has announced a drastic intervention in a desperate attempt to stabilise panicking financial markets.
How to watch the Queen’s funeral in Australia
Britain’s longest serving monarch will be laid to rest on Monday night, here’s everything you need to know ahead of the service.
Fury over China snub at Queen’s funeral
Chinese government officials are furious after being denied entry to view Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin. The diplomatic fallout is just starting.
Hidden meaning behind PM’s wattle tribute
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s tribute to the Queen held a special meaning as dozens of Australian leaders gathered for a touching ceremony.
‘Get back to work’: Anger over MPs’ time off
Australians are questioning a lengthy break for federal parliamentarians after Queen Elizabeth’s death.
Moment hosts break news of Queen’s death
Australian breakfast TV hosts broke the heartbreaking news of the Queen’s death to the country this morning.
Aussies could get day off after Queen’s death
Top secret recently revised plans showing how Australia will respond to news of the death of Queen Elizabeth II have been revealed.
4 worrying details in historic Queen photo
There were renewed fears for the Queen’s health on Tuesday night after a new photo of Her Majesty emerged.
Truss becomes UK PM after meeting Queen
Liz Truss – who until now was Britain’s Foreign Secretary – met the Queen at Balmoral in Scotland in a massive departure from tradition.
Sign Boris won’t be gone for long
Boris Johnson walked out of 10 Downing Street for the last time today – or at least, that’s what it looked like.
UK announces new Prime Minister
Boris Johnson’s days as UK Prime Minister are over, with the Conservative Party naming a new leader.
Cyclists could be made to have number plates
Cyclists could be forced to have registration plates and insurance and be subject to the same speed limits as cars as part of a major shake-up.
Liz Truss’ sordid secret with a married MP
There’s a certain irony to the Conservative Party booting out Boris Johnson, only to – probably – replace him with Liz Truss.
12yo’s life support being pulled after ‘dare’
The 12-year-old found with a head wound after a social media dare will have his life support pulled today after his family lost an appeal.
Doctor’s grim diagnosis for Julian Assange
The jailed WikiLeaks founder has been given a bleak outlook after undergoing extensive medical examinations inside a UK prison.
Woman hires hitman to kill love rival
A jealous shop assistant tried to hire a dark web hit man to kill her colleague at a sports shop after they both had an affair with the boss.
‘Incredible moment’ shows former PM’s fury
As the British parliament erupted in a standing ovation overnight, a lone figure on the government benches remained stony faced.
Surprise choices to replace Boris Johnson
The battle to replace Boris Johnson is now down to just two with Britain either set to get its third female PM or first PM who is a person of colour.
Man’s gross act in unisex bathroom
A musician has recalled the moment man “deliberately” urinated in front of her, saying single-sex toilets can prevent male intimidation tactics.
Huge mistake that destroyed UK PM
United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson has resigned. His government utterly imploded after mass resignations.
Boris ‘planning wedding party’ before exit
Opposition is growing to Boris Johnson remaining as prime minister after sources claimed his motive was a big party at the end of the month.
Surprise favourite to replace Boris as PM
All eyes are on Boris Johnson’s empty seat after the UK Prime Minister finally called it quits – and there’s a clear winner, according to a new poll.
‘Truly terrible PM’: Boris Johnson slammed
Piers Morgan slammed “boasting and blathering” Boris Johnson as a “truly terrible Prime Minister” just moments after he resigned.
BBC journalist caught out live on TV
A day of political chaos in the UK has left the nation’s Prime Minister on the brink – and one news anchor red-faced.
‘He’s gone’: Boris put on two weeks’ notice
Members of Boris Johnson’s party are determined to see the UK PM resign within the month after scandals stack up against him.
Surprise reason for Assange rally
Supporters of Julian Assange marched through Melbourne as the WikiLeaks founder spent yet another important date in prison.
ScoMo’s submarine ‘mess’ lashed
Scott Morrison signed a major security deal but there’s now fresh doubts over the promise.
Dirty habit could spell end for Boris
What started out as quite amusing tittle tattle could now spell the end of Boris Johnson’s political career.
New man in charge as Boris taken to hospital
The British Prime Minister was taken to hospital for an operation on Monday morning UK time.
Albo urged to stop Assange ‘madness’
Anthony Albanese has been urged to call up Joe Biden and sort out the “madness” of the US’ plans to extradite Julian Assange.
Julian Assange’s worst fears realised
The British Government has ordered the extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to the US.
Judge blocks huge move at last minute
There has been furious reaction in Britain after a judge dramatically blocked its plan in a last-gasp intervention.
Boris learns his fate after leadership vote
The UK Prime Minister came under fire after pictures showed him attending parties while the rest of the country was in lockdown.
Boris Johnson could be axed as PM today
The British PM faces a crunch leadership vote that could see him ousted, after being booed at the Queen’s jubilee thanksgiving service.
Grainy pic that could spell doom for Boris
Shocking details from a new report describe revellers drunkenly brawling at the heart of government while gatherings were banned.
Albo wins heart of leader with 25-min call
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has already impressed one major world leader, bonding during a 25-minute call en route to Tokyo.
Boris on the brink as leaked photos emerge
The UK prime minister has repeatedly said that he was unaware of any lockdown-breaking parties, but the new images appear to contradict his claims.
Push for Albo to emulate Biden and BoJo
A new campaign aims to convince Anthony Albanese to emulate Joe Biden and Boris Johnson on a certain topic if he wins power.
Health fears as Queen set to miss major event
The Queen has cancelled yet another event due to health concerns but this time it’s one of the most important which she hasn’t missed in six decades.
‘Slob’ Boris could be gone in ‘three weeks’
The knives are out for UK PM Boris Johnson after humiliating election results last week. Some of his own MPs now say he could face a leadership vote within weeks.
MP’s bad excuse for watching porn at work
A British MP has resigned after he was caught looking at porn in the House of Commons — but offered a feeble excuse for his indiscretion.
’Cruel’ plan to fly migrants to Africa
Boat migrants flooding into Britain will be flown nearly 10,000 kilometres to Africa for their asylum claims to be processed in a plan dubbed “cruel” by refugee advocates.
Boris in crisis as police take action
Mr Johnson was accused of attending parties in Downing Street during lockdowns in 2020 and 2021, but initially denied any wrongdoing.
UK Prime Minister in surprise Kyiv visit
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has become the highest profile world leader yet to pay an on-the-ground visit to Ukraine since Russia invaded.
BoJo’s one demand of ScoMo
A mundane Senate committee broke out into laughter after officials revealed what Boris Johnson demanded Scott Morrison do before attending a summit in the UK.
Putin advisers ‘afraid’ to tell him the truth
The director of the UK’s intelligence agency claims Vladimir Putin has misjudged the Ukraine invasion but his advisers are too scared to tell him the truth.
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