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Boris Johnson’s Media Move Raises Questions about GB News' Role in Political Accountability
LONDON (Bywire News) - In a turn of events that has left many political analysts scratching their heads, former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced his intention to join GB News as a presenter. While Johnson asserts that he is excited to offer his "unvarnished views" on international and dom...
Fri, 27th Oct 2023 |
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Breaking: Tory MP Arrested on Rape and Drug Charges — What We Know So Far
LONDON (Bywire News) - In a startling revelation, Conservative MP for Reigate, Crispin Blunt, took to social media to confirm his arrest on allegations of rape and possession of controlled substances. The announcement raises new questions about the political stability within the Conservative Party,...
Thu, 26th Oct 2023 |
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Gender Pay Gap Exposed Live on Sky News Debate on Misogyny
In a live Sky News debate on misogyny, female journalist Moya Lothian-McLean discovered she wasn't being paid for her appearance, unlike her male counterpart, highlighting the very gender inequality the debate aimed to address.
Fri, 29th Sep 2023 |
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Breaking: Bus Driver and 14-Year-Old Schoolgirl Dead in M53 School Bus Overturn, Police Confirm
Two fatalities confirmed, including a 14-year-old schoolgirl and the bus driver, after a school bus overturns on the M53 motorway.
Fri, 29th Sep 2023 |
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NHS Close to Finalising £480 Million Contract with Palantir Technologies - A Deep Dive into the Ethical and Security Implications
The NHS is nearing a £480 million data management contract with Palantir Technologies, a company with CIA backing and a history of working with the NSA, raising critical questions about ethics, national security, and the future of public healthcare in the UK.
Fri, 29th Sep 2023 |
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Elon Musk Disbands Election Integrity Team at X, As the EU Flags the Platform for Misinformation
Elon Musk disbands X's election integrity team amid global concerns, as EU flags the platform for misinformation; try our AI Fake News Detector for enhanced discernment in the digital age.
Thu, 28th Sep 2023 |
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Unveiled: The Dark Side of Police Body-worn Cameras
A BBC investigation reveals over 150 instances of police misusing body-worn cameras in England and Wales, highlighting issues like turning off cameras during use of force, deleting footage, and sharing videos inappropriately, amidst calls for better regulation to restore public trust.
Thu, 28th Sep 2023 |
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Dispelling Braverman's Myths: The Unassailable Merits of Multiculturalism and Immigration
Home Secretary Suella Braverman's critique of multiculturalism overlooks the tangible benefits and richness of diversity seen in global corporations and European cities, and her controversial immigration policies, notably on asylum seeking, reflect a lack of nuanced understanding essential for prod...
Thu, 28th Sep 2023 |
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Ofcom Initiates Inquiry into GB News Over Controversial Laurence Fox Remarks
Ofcom launches investigation into GB News following thousands of complaints over Laurence Fox's derogatory comments on Dan Wootton's show.
Thu, 28th Sep 2023 |
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Firearms Officers of the Met Police Threaten Collective Disarmament Over Anonymity Issue in Chris Kaba Murder Case
Firearms officers in the Metropolitan Police contemplate laying down their weapons if the identity of the officer charged with Chris Kaba's murder is disclosed, shaking the foundations of law enforcement in the capital.
Tue, 26th Sep 2023 |
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Lucy Letby to Face Retrial on Single Unresolved Count of Attempted Murder of Infant
Former nurse Lucy Letby, already convicted of multiple infant murders, is set to face retrial in June 2024 for one remaining count of attempted murder.
Mon, 25th Sep 2023 |
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The Met Probes Into Russell Brand Amidst A Flurry of Sexual Offence Accusations
The Metropolitan Police confirm an ongoing investigation into comedian Russell Brand, following multiple non-recent sexual offence allegations, as questions loom over his public standing.
Mon, 25th Sep 2023 |
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Tory High-Stakes Fundraiser: Auctioning Exclusive Time with Political Elites
The Conservative Party hosts a ritzy fundraising event, auctioning off dinner with Chancellor Jeremy Hunt and golf with David Cameron, as it seeks to win favour with business leaders ahead of the upcoming election campaign.
Fri, 22nd Sep 2023 |
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Woman Accuses Russell Brand of Exposing Himself in 2008; BBC Faces Questions Over Past Oversights
A woman alleges that Russell Brand exposed himself to her while she worked in the same building as the BBC in Los Angeles, casting a shadow over the comedian's past and putting the BBC's internal oversight mechanisms under the spotlight.
Thu, 21st Sep 2023 |
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Rishi Sunak's Environmental U-Turns: A Calculated Risk or a Betrayal of Future Generations?
Rishi Sunak rolls back green initiatives, citing financial strain on families, sparking debate on the UK's climate commitments.
Wed, 20th Sep 2023 |
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Rishi Sunak Announces U-Turns on Green Policies Amid Cost Concerns
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces a delay in phasing out petrol and diesel cars and gas boilers, loosening energy efficiency targets for landlords, and scrapping various proposed green measures, citing the financial burden on British families.
Wed, 20th Sep 2023 |
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Here's how Tory mega-donor Frank Hester's £5m donation to Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party aligns with his company profiting £135m from NHS contracts
Frank Hester, a major donor to the Conservative Party, has seen his healthcare tech company TPP profit £135m from NHS contracts, sparking questions about the intertwining of political donations and public sector business.
Wed, 20th Sep 2023 |
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The Fate of UK's Green Targets Hangs on Sunak's Speech
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's upcoming speech on altering the UK's net zero targets has the nation on tenterhooks, as critics warn of legal battles and long-term environmental repercussions.
Wed, 20th Sep 2023 |
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Met Police Officer Faces Misconduct Hearing Over Taser Incident Involving 10-Year-Old Girl
Amid increasing scrutiny of police conduct, PC Jonathan Broadhead faces a November misconduct hearing for allegedly using "unnecessary, unreasonable, and disproportionate" force on a 10-year-old girl in southwest London.
Wed, 20th Sep 2023 |
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Conservative Party Internal Strife - Rishi Sunak Faces Potential No Confidence Letters Over Net Zero Commitments
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak may be facing an internal revolt, with whispers of Tory MPs considering no confidence letters if the government scales back its net zero ambitions.
Tue, 19th Sep 2023 |
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Halting Inspections: What’s Going on with UK’s Immigration Detention Centres?
Suella Braverman, the Home Secretary, discontinues annual inspections of immigration detention centres, raising concerns about the safeguarding of vulnerable detainees.
Tue, 19th Sep 2023 |
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Over 1,000 Metropolitan Police Officers Suspended or on Restricted Duties
The Metropolitan Police face a crisis of credibility with over 1,000 officers suspended or on restricted duties, raising questions about unchecked misconduct and the future of public trust in the force.
Tue, 19th Sep 2023 |
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Disturbing Levels of Gender-Based Violence Plague Northern Irish Society
New research from Byline Times reveals that Northern Ireland is one of the most dangerous places in Europe for women, with 98% experiencing at least one form of violence or abuse in their lifetime.
Mon, 18th Sep 2023 |
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Russell Brand Faces Met Police Investigation Over Alleged Sexual Assault in 2003
Authorities in London are investigating comedian Russell Brand after receiving a claim of sexual assault against him dating back to 2003, in addition to recent allegations published in The Sunday Times and Channel 4's Dispatches.
Mon, 18th Sep 2023 |
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Elon Musk, Andrew Tate and Tucker Carlson Rally Behind Russell Brand Amidst Sexual Assault Charges
As an investigative report brings rape and abuse accusations against Russell Brand into the spotlight, figures such as Elon Musk, Andrew Tate, and Tucker Carlson publicly back him, sparking widespread debate.
Mon, 18th Sep 2023 |
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Brand's Accuser Calls Out His Insulting Defence Against Serious Allegations
A woman claiming to have been sexually targeted by Russell Brand while underage has labelled his dismissal of the allegations as an 'insult' and called his view of a media conspiracy 'laughable'.
Mon, 18th Sep 2023 |
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Rishi Sunak Reportedly Rejected Plans to Rebuild Crumbling Hospitals, Raising Safety Concerns
Rishi Sunak blocked the rebuilding of five crumbling hospitals in 2020, leading to warnings of “catastrophic” risks to patient safety, according to The Guardian.
Fri, 15th Sep 2023 |
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Convicted Infant Murderer Nurse, Lucy Letby, Appeals Against Her Convictions
LONDON (Bywire News) - Nurse Lucy Letby, convicted for the murder of seven infants and the attempted murder of six others, has initiated a formal appeal against her verdicts.
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Fri, 15th Sep 2023 |
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The Darkest Hour - NHS Succumbing to a Decade of Tory Mismanagement and Cuts amidst Covid-19
Continuous underfunding and lack of strategic planning leave NHS resources stretched thin; waiting lists reaching record numbers.
Thu, 14th Sep 2023 |
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Amid soaring crime rates, Home Secretary Braverman's focus shifts to 'Woke' Diversity Training
As England and Wales grapple with a 20-year high crime surge, Home Secretary Suella Braverman faces criticism for prioritising the regulation of 'woke' content in diversity training over concrete crime reduction strategies.
Thu, 14th Sep 2023 |
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High Tech Heist on Manchester's Bobbies - Massive Badge Data Swipe Affects Thousands
Greater Manchester Police grapple with cyber burglary as third-party supplier succumbs to ransomware attack, compromising thousands of ID badges.
Thu, 14th Sep 2023 |
