Everyone's Talking About It
Grant Gallacher 
A sixth member has been charged in a suspected Russian spy ring operating in the UK, with implications for security and a possible international incident brewing. Here’s the whole story. Uncovering a Spy Ring While it is well known that most countries conduct spying operations, it is very rare that any of them are uncovered. That … Read more
Liz Truss’s appearance at CPAC has sparked debate and scrutiny, as she takes the stage among a diverse assembly of voices from the fringes of the political spectrum. Here’s the full story. Truss Renaissance Former British Prime Minister Liz Truss is enjoying somewhat of a renaissance in the United States recently. Unexpected Home In the … Read more
In a recent speech, Admiral Tony Radakin, head of Britain’s armed forces, provided a comprehensive analysis of the challenges and potential avenues for support for Ukraine in its war against Russia. Here’s the whole story. Precarious Situation In the war that Russia is waging on the beleaguered nation of Ukraine, the situation remains decidedly precarious, … Read more
In a tumultuous week for the UK Conservative Party, former leaders cozy up to Donald Trump, conspiracy theories gain traction, and the party’s rightward drift threatens to plunge it into the shark-infested waters of national populism, leaving the Tories bleeding and inviting extremist elements to save them from annihilation. Here’s the full story. Curiouser and … Read more
The UK faces scrutiny over its climate commitments and the sending of mixed signals following the Cop28 UN climate summit. Here’s the full story. Bonfire of Red Tape Since the Brexit referendum and Britain’s subsequent departure from the EU, one of the many supposed benefits touted to the public was freedom from regulations and red … Read more
New data reveals that 15% of UK households faced food insecurity last month, sparking concerns over widening health inequalities and the adequacy of social support systems amidst the ongoing cost of living crisis. Here’s the full story. Food Insecurity New data reveals that 15% of UK households faced food insecurity last month, sparking concerns over … Read more
Amidst mounting public outcry, the UK prepares to deport Jamaican man Lawrence Morgan, sparking fierce debates over immigration policies and the rights of long-term residents. Here’s the full story. Contentious Debate In the UK, the contentious debate over immigration policies has reached a fever pitch, with the Conservative government making their “Stop the Boats” policy … Read more
Amidst mounting concerns over proposed spending cuts, economists warn of dire consequences for UK public services if Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s budgetary plans are implemented. Here’s the full story. Sounding the Alarm As the UK election comes ever closer, economists are sounding the alarm over the potential fallout from planned spending cuts on the country’s already … Read more
Senior TV figures have raised concerns over GB News’ alleged impartiality breaches, questioning Ofcom’s response and highlighting broader challenges in maintaining media fairness and regulatory oversight. Here’s the whole story. GB “News” The right-wing, hedge fund-owned channel GB News entered the UK broadcasting scene with much anticipation and ridicule over its less-than-stellar launch. However, the … Read more
In a world threatened by AI-generated deepfakes, Home Secretary James Cleverly has raised concerns over its ability to manipulate democratic countries, urging collective action against digital manipulation in electoral processes. Here’s the full story. Outside Actors In the modern era, with technology advancing at what can sometimes seem a frightening pace, the ability for state … Read more