Home Office used ‘AI hallucinated’ information to refuse asylum claim, judge suggests
Upper tribunal unable to find document cited in case and claims it is ‘analogous to relying on bogus evidence’UK politics live – latest updatesA senior judge has accused the Home Office of relying on “AI hallucinated” information to refuse an asylum claim.The case relates to a Moroccan woman and her child who fled her country after experiencing forced underage marriage and extreme violence, including rape. The woman claimed asylum on the basis of fears that she would be killed by her husband: a...
Tory MP accuses French navy of firing shots in Channel incident
Chris Philp says patrol vessel may have been trying to stop him highlighting the small boats crisisUK politics live – latest updatesA Conservative MP has claimed a French warship fired warning shots near a boat he was on in the Channel in an attempt to stop him covering the small boats crisis.Chris Philp, who is his party’s home affairs spokesperson, was being interviewed by the BBC a couple of miles off Boulogne on Tuesday when the warship Flamant passed by. As it did so, a French navy officer...
Pro-Palestine protesters found guilty of damaging National Gallery Picasso masterpiece
Two pro-Palestine activists have been found guilty of damaging a National Gallery Picasso masterpiece.The pair have been convicted of criminal damage and have been bailed until a sentencing appearance, yet to be set in September. Jai Halai, a 25-year-old NHS worker, and Monday-Malachi Rosenfeld, a 23-year-old politics student, attached a photo of a Gazan mother over the glass cover of Picasso’s “Motherhood” painting on October 9, 2024.The pair then poured water-based red paint over the National...
How Jacinta Allan can walk away with a $200,000 annual taxpayer-funded pension after quitting as Victorian Premier
How Jacinta Allan can walk away with a $200,000 annual taxpayer-funded pension when she leaves politicsJacinta Allan stepped down as Victoria PremierShe did not clarify if she will entirely retireREAD MORE: Inside the rise of Ben CarrollSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy ASHLEY NICKEL, NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 10:43, 28 July 2026 | Updated: 10:47, 28 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Burnham’s education plan directly contradicts Labour’s Schools Act, Tories claim – UK politics live
The new prime minister is linking the need for better vocational education in school with his belief in localismGood morning. In his last speech to Labour’s annual conference as party leader, Keir Starmer called for a fundamental shift in the way education in England operates. While saying he would never “denigrate the aspiration to go to university”, he said that aiming to get 50% of pupils into university was wrong and that it was finally time to show equivalent respect to apprenticeships and...
Burnham’s education plan directly contradicts Labour’s Schools Act, Tories claim – UK politics live
The new prime minister is linking the need for better vocational education in school with his belief in localismGood morning. In his last speech to Labour’s annual conference as party leader, Keir Starmer called for a fundamental shift in the way education in England operates. While saying he would never “denigrate the aspiration to go to university”, he said that aiming to get 50% of pupils into university was wrong and that it was finally time to show equivalent respect to apprenticeships and...
Inside Trump's push to get RFK Jr to slash vaccines due to 'autism links'... as president's scathing assessment of health boss is revealed
Inside Trump's push to get RFK Jr to slash vaccines due to 'autism links'... as president's scathing assessment of health boss is revealedSPECIAL OFFER: Sign up to our weekly US politics newsletter and get three FREE months of DailyMail+ HERE See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy STEPHEN M. LEPORE, US SENIOR REPORTER Published: 06:33, 28 July 2026 | Updated: 06:33, 28 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Czech president’s second role as professional photographer goes viral
Czech President Petr Pavel nurtures a deep passion for sports photography, recently capturing the thrilling moments at the Hungarian Grand Prix with his official photographer's badge. His lens has also chronicled prestigious events such as the Le Mans 24 Hours and Dakar Rally. Pavel's captivating photography not only tells a story but also contributes to charitable causes, beautifully complementing his esteemed career in politics and the military.
Labour Party Surges Ahead of Reform UK in Latest Poll: A Shift in British Politics
In a striking turn of events, the Labour Party has reclaimed its lead over Reform UK for the first time in over a year, signaling a potential shift in the political landscape of the United Kingdom. This latest poll showcases changing voter sentiments ahead of the upcoming elections.
Platner energized Maine's Democrats. Jackson's challenge will be to keep them engaged
Politics Platner energized Maine's Democrats. Jackson's challenge will be to keep them engaged July 27, 20265:29 PM ET Heard on All Things Considered Elena Moore Platner energized Maine's Democrats. Jackson's challenge will be to keep them engaged Audio will be available later today.
John Fetterman stuns with four-word comeback after viral 'ogre' jab
John Fetterman stuns with four-word comeback after viral ‘ogre’ jab Politics is fast. We're faster. Sign up to the free weekly DC Insider newsletter for a front-row seat to WashingtonSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy CHASE HOPE, POLITICAL REPORTER FOR THE DAILY MAIL and JON MICHAEL RAASCH, WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENT Published: 22:00, 27 July 2026 | Updated: 22:01, 27 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Can Susan Collins defy political gravity again?: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics DeskCan Susan Collins defy political gravity again?: From the Politics DeskPlus, oil prices drop as the U.S. and Iran pause strikes. Listen to this article with a free profile00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleKornacki: Which states Democrats ‘have to win’ for control of Congress04:26Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJuly 27, 2026, 5:00 PM EDTBy The Politics DeskWelcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest re...
Mitch McConnell still not cleared to resume Senate duties, office says
Kentucky senator has been absent and not seen in public since mid-June after he was hospitalized due to a fallUS politics live – latest updatesUS senator Mitch McConnell is still not cleared to return to work, his office confirmed on Monday, six weeks after he was hospitalized after a fall at his home.An update released alongside a new photograph of the Republican lawmaker – one of the highest-profile figures in Congress, as former Senate majority leader – said he was undergoing “intense physica...
Labour overtakes Reform in voter poll for first time since March 2025
Labour up four points to 28% while Reform falls to 24% as Andy Burnham apparently wins favour for cost of living focusUK politics live – latest updatesLabour has knocked Reform off a voter intention poll for the first time in more than a year as Andy Burnham benefits from the momentum built in his first week as prime minister.The weekly tracker of voting intention by the non-profit agency More in Common also comes after weeks of negative headlines for Reform UK and its leader, Nigel Farage, conc...
‘I knew what he had done to those boys’: murderer to stay in jail after journalist’s fight for justice
Gibraltar-based Ros Astengo inspired four men to report sexual assaults carried out by Allan Grimson in 1990sRos Astengo, a journalist based in Gibraltar who usually focuses on politics and social issues, had qualms when she began investigating the case of the suspected serial killer Allan Grimson as he neared release from prison after serving more than 20 years.She worried that she might reopen the scars of survivors of Grimson - but also that she could be putting herself in the “crosshairs” of...
Trump's Latest Moves: From Tariffs to Voting Rights and Controversies
In recent days, former President Donald Trump has made headlines with a mix of policy shifts and personal controversies. From the suspension of military actions against Iran to new tariff strategies and legal battles over voting rights, Trump's influence remains prominent in American politics.
Senate to begin voting on Trump intelligence nominee Jay Clayton – US politics live
The US president’s pick to be the country’s director of national intelligence is expected to be approved within days – but only after a tense confirmation hearingSign up for the Breaking News US emailDonald Trump’s Republican party has “nothing to run on” for the congressional midterm elections after the president broke promises to lower costs and avoid starting war overseas, Hakeem Jeffries has said.The House minority leader, a New York congressman, made those comments on CNN’s State of the Uni...
Alarm at NHS patient records being put under control of US private equity firm
Doctors and MPs urge more scrutiny of £300m deal for company behind system used by most GPs in EnglandUK politics live – latest updatesBusiness live – latest updatesA US private equity firm will take control of NHS patient records in a deal experts say should “ring alarm bells” amid concerns sensitive health data is increasingly being handed to private companies.The investment firm TPG has bought Optum UK, the healthcare technology business behind the electronic patient record system used by mos...
Alarm at NHS patient records being put under control of US private equity firm
Doctors and MPs urge more scrutiny of £300m deal for company behind system used by most GPs in EnglandUK politics live – latest updatesBusiness live – latest updatesA US private equity firm will take control of NHS patient records in a deal experts say should “ring alarm bells” amid concerns sensitive health data is increasingly being handed to private companies.The investment firm TPG has bought Optum UK, the healthcare technology business behind the electronic patient record system used by mos...
Jana Nayagan Day 5: Thalapathy Vijay's final film nears Rs 150 cr India gross
Jana Nayagan has crossed two hundred crore rupees worldwide after its release. The film's fifth day saw a slight drop in daily box office collections. Its India net collection reached one hundred twenty-six crore rupees by Monday. The Tamil version contributed significantly to the film's overall earnings. This political action drama is Vijay's last film before entering politics.