'Makerfield is suddenly at the epicentre of British politics'
'Makerfield is suddenly at the epicentre of British politics'11 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAnnabel TiffinNorth West political editorPA MediaAll eyes are on the parliamentary seat of MakerfieldOnce again all eyes are on Greater Manchester - less than four months after the Gorton and Denton by-election, here we go again. This time in the parliamentary seat of Makerfield in Wigan.The constituency is suddenly at the epicentre of British politics - and the result could decide the n...
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To reverse the ‘greenlash’, Europe’s Green parties should embrace Polanski’s boldness | Tarik Abou-Chadi
Be more strident and ambitious, take on economic inequality, and progressive voters will reward you as they have the UK’s GreensTarik Abou-Chadi is a professor of European politics at the University of OxfordEuropean Green parties have been through a phase of stagnation and crisis in recent years. Long gone seem the days of the “green wave” across Europe. Back in 2019, Green parties secured their best-ever result in the European parliament elections, with 74 seats. In the same year, Green partie...
Karnataka Politics Live Updates: Siddaramaiah-DK Shivakumar Breakfast Meet To Begin Shortly
Karnataka Politics Live Updates: A change in leadership in the three-year-old Karnataka government appears imminent, with Siddaramaiah having sought an appointment with Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, reportedly to tender his resignation.
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THE Abraham Accords were presented as a historic peace initiative in the Middle East. In reality, they were agreements brokered during US President Donald Trump’s first presidency under which several Arab states normalised ties with Israel without resolving the Palestinian issue. Mr Trump now appears keen to expand the Accords again, pushing more Muslim countries to join after the recent Iran conflict. It is a dangerous and deeply dishonest move, driven less by regional peace than by pressure fr...
Democratic Party issues foul-mouthed insult to Stephen Miller after top Trump advisor called Texas Senate candidate James Talarico 'transgender'
Democratic Party issues foul-mouthed insult to Stephen Miller after top Trump advisor called Texas Senate candidate James Talarico 'transgender'Politics is fast. We're faster. Sign up to the DC Insider newsletter for a front-row seat to Washington... and unlock 3 FREE months of DailyMail+ HERE See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy MELISSA KOENIG, US REPORTER Published: 02:42, 28 May 2026 | Updated: 02:42, 28 May 2026 e-mail View comments
U.S. carries out new strikes against Iranian military facility, official says
Politics U.S. carries out new strikes against Iranian military site, official says By Eleanor Watson, Eleanor Watson CBS News Reporter Eleanor Watson is a CBS News multi-platform reporter and producer covering the Pentagon. Read Full Bio Eleanor Watson, Joe Walsh Joe Walsh Senior Editor, Politics Joe Walsh is a senior editor for digital politics at CBS News. Joe previously covered breaking news for Forbes and local news in Boston. Read Full Bio Joe Walsh Updated on: May 27, 2026 / 7:51 PM EDT /...
Trump visited soldiers at Walter Reed — but not the 14 injured in the Iran war
Exclusive Politics Trump visited soldiers at Walter Reed — but not the 14 injured in the Iran war By Michael Kaplan, Michael Kaplan Reporter and Producer Michael Kaplan is an award-winning reporter and producer for the CBS News Investigative Unit. He specializes in securing scoops and crafting long-form television investigations. His work has appeared on "60 Minutes," CNN and in The New York Times. Read Full Bio Michael Kaplan, Jonah Kaplan, Jonah Kaplan Investigative Reporter Jonah Kaplan is an...
Trump's Strategic Maneuvers: From Iran to the NBA Finals
Former President Donald Trump remains a significant force in American politics, influencing foreign policy discussions and party dynamics. Recent statements highlight his approach to the Iran deal and his ongoing presence in the Republican primary landscape.
Trump’s May primary scorecard: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics DeskTrump’s May primary scorecard: From the Politics DeskPlus, the forgotten war. Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleKornacki: You don't see incumbents ‘lose by this kind of margin every day' after Cornyn defeat19:33Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 27, 2026, 5:15 PM EDTBy The Politics DeskWelcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from th...
Australia politics live: Rishworth says jobseeker changes to address ‘varying quality’ of for-profit job providers
Social services minister ‘concerned’ by some providers meant to help welfare recipients find workGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGood morning and welcome to our live politics blog. I’m Martin Farrer with the top overnight stories and then it will be Krishani Dhanji with the main action.The social services minister, Amanda Rishworth, was on 7.30 last night defending her decision not to get rid of the controversial for-profit aspects of the jobseeker program. More coming...
Trump’s Supporters Reject His Anti-Weaponization Fund In New Poll: Nearly Half Of MAGA Oppose
BreakingBusinessTrump’s Supporters Reject His Anti-Weaponization Fund In New Poll: Nearly Half Of MAGA OpposeBySara Dorn,Forbes Staff. Sara Dorn is a Forbes news reporter who covers politics.Follow AuthorMay 27, 2026, 03:26pm EDTToplineRepublican and Democrat voters agree in nearly equal numbers they oppose President Donald Trump’s anti-weaponization fund in a new poll that marks a rare bipartisan consensus—as Republicans in Washington have also revolted against the so-called “slush fund.” Presi...
After 17 state budgets and 2 CM terms, Siddaramaiah stares at toughest political decision
As Karnataka approaches a new political era, the esteemed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stands on the brink of retirement, leaving behind a legacy that includes crafting 17 state budgets and championing the rights of marginalized groups. His two-decade journey has not only redefined welfare policies but also solidified the Congress party's influence in the state's politics.
Zelenskyy pushes U.S. for more Patriot missiles, warning of Russian attacks
Politics Zelenskyy urges U.S. to expand deliveries of Patriot missile systems to defend against Russian attacks By Margaret Brennan, Margaret Brennan Moderator, "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan;" Chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan is moderator of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on CBS. Based in Washington, D.C., Brennan is also the Network's chief foreign affairs correspondent and a contributing correspondent to 60 Minutes. Additionally, she appears regularly on t...
Trump REJECTS Iran's latest peace proposal with ominous joke that Pete Hegseth 'loves war': 'We are not satisfied'
Trump REJECTS Iran's latest peace proposal with ominous joke that Pete Hegseth 'loves war': 'We are not satisfied'Politics is fast. We're faster. Sign up to the DC Insider newsletter for a front-row seat to Washington... and unlock 3 FREE months of DailyMail+ HERE See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy ELINA SHIRAZI, US SENIOR POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 17:43, 27 May 2026 | Updated: 17:48, 27 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Alabama asks Supreme Court to allow congressional map found racially discriminatory
Politics Alabama Republicans ask Supreme Court to allow congressional map found racially discriminatory by lower court By Melissa Quinn Melissa Quinn Senior Reporter, Politics Melissa Quinn is a senior reporter for CBSNews.com, where she covers U.S. politics, with a focus on the Supreme Court and federal courts. Read Full Bio Melissa Quinn May 27, 2026 / 12:22 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Washington — Alabama Republicans asked the Supreme Court on Wednesday to allow the state to use...
Andy Burnham accuses Sir Tony Blair of failing to understand modern politics
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Tony Blair’s intervention could spark a Labour civil war
Prospero or Lear? Is Tony Blair today the magician, bringing resolution and harmony to this strange and fought-over island; or is he an exiled and bewildered king, raging against the ruined land he finds around him? Thanks to Kenneth Branagh and the Royal Shakespeare Company’s much-praised Tempest, Prospero is having a moment. But however much we may wish for this, the dire politics of today’s Labour Party suggest Lear and his rebel daughters are an apter analogy. The chances of Labour swingin...
Former Obama advisor reflects on the 'Battle for American Identity'
Politics Former Obama advisor reflects on the 'Battle for American Identity' May 27, 202611:16 AM ET Terry Gross Ben Rhodes was a speech writer and security advisor for President Obama. His book, All We Say, is a collection of 15 speeches — from Ben Franklin to Trump — about what it means to be American. Sponsor Message Facebook Flipboard Email
Republicans race to back Ken Paxton as runoff sets up closely-watched US Senate battle in Texas
Donald Trump moves quickly to unite Republicans behind the Texas attorney general as Democrats eye rare openingUS politics live – latest updatesSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailRepublican leaders rushed to throw their weight behind Ken Paxton following his big primary victory in Texas over the four-term US senator, John Cornyn, amid anxiety within the party over his prospects in November’s general election.Hours after the race was called, Donald Trump – who backed Paxton, despite...