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Sir Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, is facing a week of intense scrutiny and criticism, as the fallout from the sacking of Lord Mandelson continues to simmer. The Prime Minister is also under pressure over the release of emails showing Lord Mandelson's correspondence with paedophile
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Missouri Senate Republicans used extraordinary procedures to pass a gerrymandered congressional map and limit initiative petitions, silencing Democratic opposition and disregarding traditional Senate rules. The Special Session, convened to meet the wishes of President Donald Trump, was marked by unprecedented maneuvers, including the use of the "previous question"
Legislators
NUP Member Irene Nalumu Winifred Nakandi has formally withdrawn from the party's contest for the Kampala Woman Member of Parliament seat, citing irregularities in the party's selection process. Nakandi had been a contender for the position alongside incumbent Shamim Malende, Kampala City Council Authority Speaker Zahara
Legislators
The Ecological Party of Uganda (EPU) is facing an existential crisis as its national president and Kampala Central Member of Parliament, Mr. Muhammad Nsereko, is accused by the party's founder, Mr. Charles Bbaale, of orchestrating a controversial takeover that began as a straightforward agreement but has now escalated
Party leaders
Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald has declared herself out of contention for the party's presidential nomination, focusing instead on leading the coalition to account in the Dáil. McDonald stated that her priority remains within the Dáil, working with others to hold the government accountable and ensuring a
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Green Party leader Zack Polanski has called on left-leaning voters to join the Green Party, stating that there is no time to wait for a new party led by Jeremy Corbyn and Zara Sultana. Despite sharing similar politics with Corbyn and Sultana, Polanski believes that the Green Party is the
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President Lee Jae Myung met with the leaders of the ruling Democratic Party and the main opposition People Power Party in an effort to create a politics of solidarity and mutual benefit. The luncheon meeting, held at the presidential office, follows the recent election of party chiefs. President Lee emphasized
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In a recent visit to Scotland, Nigel Farage hinted that a leader for his party's Scottish branch may be needed, but his ego might prevent him from devolving responsibility. However, if he does, three former Conservative politicians have emerged as potential frontrunners: Graham Simpson, Ross Thomson, and Thomas
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Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont expressed surprise and disappointment at the lack of endorsement from New York's Democratic leaders for mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani, despite his strong showing in the primaries. Sanders, a longtime supporter of Mamdani, criticized the leaders, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Gov.
Prime ministers
Labour's Shadow Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has come under fire for pushing to raise property taxes on ordinary law-abiding families, despite Labour's own ministers having dodged taxes. The scandal began when it was revealed that Angela Rayner, Labour's Deputy Prime Minister, had dodged £40,000
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Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, experienced a surge in public support between April and June, but failed to capitalize on this momentum to secure significant funding from large donors. Despite receiving a total of £1.3m in donations during this period, including £100,000 from Greybull Capital and £100,
Prime ministers
Punjab is reeling from the devastating effects of recent floods, with widespread damage reported across the province. Pakistan People's Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari visited the flood-affected areas in Kasur district, meeting with flood victims and assessing the relief efforts. Bilawal expressed solidarity with the affected communities,
