The UK granted asylum to one person along with 22 family members, most of whom are in their teens, putting significant pressure on the system.The British government is now facing mounting scrutiny after it emerged that a confidential military data breach led to the admission of thousands of Afghan nationals into the United Kingdom—many of them extended family members—under emergency asylum measures. The revelation has raised serious concerns about the…

Bournemouth has become the first town in the UK to trial doubling parking fines in an effort to crack down on illegal parking during the busy summer season, a move that has sparked a heated debate between the Lib Dem-led council and local motorists. The scheme, approved by the Department for Transport, will see parking fines rise to £70, or £140 if not paid within 14 days aligning them with…

A major London-based smuggling gang has been dismantled after it was found trafficking migrants including children as young as five from Britain to France in refrigerated lorries, in a rare case of reverse Channel crossings. The gang, led by 41-year-old Algerian national Azize Benaniba, orchestrated at least 20 smuggling trips between February and October 2023, packing men, women, and children into dangerous and often airtight vehicles travelling from Dover to…

Sir Keir Starmer is preparing to unveil Labour’s long-promised Ethics and Integrity Commission within days, in a move aimed at restoring public trust in politics and tackling the legacy of Conservative era sleaze. The announcement is likely to come before Parliament rises for the summer recess on Tuesday. The new independent watchdog will be tasked with upholding standards across public life, overseeing lobbying rules for former government officials, and enforcing…

Manchester United have reached an agreement with Brentford to sign Bryan Mbeumo in a deal worth £65 million, potentially rising to £70m with add-ons. The move makes Mbeumo the most expensive player sold in Brentford’s history and continues a summer of bold spending under new manager Ruben Amorim. The Cameroon international is expected to undergo his medical in the coming days ahead of United’s pre-season tour of the United States,…

In a surprising move that blends global entertainment with British football, legendary rapper Snoop Dogg has become a co-owner and minority investor in Swansea City AFC, a Championship club looking to reclaim its place in the Premier League. The announcement was made official on Wednesday, just days after the 53-year-old hip-hop icon appeared as the headline model for Swansea’s new 2025–26 home kit. The California-born artist, known globally not just…

Ruth Chepngetich, the reigning women’s marathon world record holder, has been provisionally suspended following a failed drugs test, the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) announced on Wednesday. The 30-year-old Kenyan runner, who stunned the world with her record-breaking performance at the 2024 Chicago Marathon, tested positive for the banned diuretic hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ). The substance, often used medically for fluid retention and high blood pressure, is prohibited at all times under the…

Diane Abbott is once again at the centre of controversy after repeating claims that Jewish and Traveller communities experience racism differently from black people, prompting Labour to consider a renewed suspension. In a recent interview on BBC Radio 4’s Reflections programme, the veteran Labour MP defended her previously condemned remarks, saying it was silly to equate racism based on skin colour with the discrimination faced by Jews and Travellers. “There…

Sir Keir Starmer has reignited tensions with the Labour Left after expelling and demoting seven MPs who defied the party line to oppose welfare legislation. In a sharp display of authority, the Prime Minister withdrew the party whip from four MPs on Wednesday evening—Rachael Maskell, Neil Duncan-Jordan, Chris Hinchliff, and Brian Leishman citing repeated breaches of party discipline. All four will now sit as independents. Three others, Dr Rosena Allin-Khan,…

Justice S.M. Shuaibu of the Federal High Court in Kano has sentenced a man, Salisu Ahmad, to prison for failing to declare foreign currency amounting to over ₦653 million upon his arrival in Nigeria from Saudi Arabia. Ahmad was convicted on a one-count charge of non-declaration of funds, in violation of Sections 3(3) and 3(5) of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022. The case was prosecuted by the…

In a new development, the British government announced on Thursday plans to lower the voting age to 16 for all UK elections, marking a significant shift in the nation’s democratic framework. This comes after a public inquiry highlighted growing concerns over declining voter engagement. The 2024 general election recorded a turnout of just 59.7%—the lowest in over two decades, according to a parliamentary report. The proposed reform, which still requires…

By: Damilola Olufemi, Friday Omosola, Hellen Okechukwu As the curtains drew on the life of former Head of State and Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari at the age of 82, his passing has prompted moments of reflection—leaving an unfading mark that spans from impactful legacy to controversial issues that sparked digital awareness. The late Buhari assumed office as Head of State between 1984 and 1985, and later returned as a democratically…