A Channel 4 News undercover investigation has revealed that polling firm JL Partners conducted surveys paid for by Reform UK without disclosing the client, breaching transparency rules. The case is now under investigation by the British Polling Council and the Market Research Society, leading to suspensions within Nigel Farage's party.
The British Polling Council and the Market Research Society have launched a formal investigation into JL Partners after it failed to disclose that three surveys were commissioned by Nigel Farage's party. The case has also exposed potential illegal donations and internal suspensions within Reform UK.
The University of Cambridge has launched an investigation into James Orr, a professor and suspended head of policy for Reform UK, after undercover recordings suggested he devised a plan to bypass British electoral laws on foreign political donations. The scandal has shaken Nigel Farage's party and raised questions about transparency and academic integrity.
A bombshell investigation has rocked Reform UK's annual conference in Birmingham, with Nigel Farage suspending two top aides after undercover footage allegedly showed them orchestrating illegal donations from a fake US businessman. The Metropolitan Police is now reviewing a complaint against the party leader, casting a shadow over his political future.
An undercover investigation has exposed an alleged illegal £30,000 donation meant to benefit Nigel Farage's party. The Reform UK leader suspended two key advisers, while London's Metropolitan Police assess a complaint. The scandal rocks the party's Birmingham conference and reveals internal divisions.
Escalating attacks between Russia and Ukraine in the Black Sea are jeopardizing grain exports, with a record number of crew deaths and damaged vessels. Wheat prices are already rising, and experts predict a 12% increase in global food prices by 2026.
Following a drone and explosive attack attempt at Leipzig Airport by a Belarusian national holding a Russian passport, Germany has formally requested the European Union to tighten tourist visa issuance for Russian citizens. Berlin argues that the current visa flow contradicts the spirit of sanctions and poses a security risk, prompting a broader debate on EU-wide visa policies.
A Russian drone struck the central headquarters of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) in the heart of Kyiv, right in front of the UNESCO-listed Saint Sophia Cathedral, on Friday. The attack left at least 9 people injured and sent a column of black smoke visible across the city. President Zelenskyy ordered an 'appropriate and tangible' response.
In an operation that defied all odds, rescue teams in Nepal managed to pull two workers out alive after they spent nine days trapped under tons of debris in the Trishuli 3A hydroelectric plant tunnel, following the devastating floods of August 26. Sanjay Sah and Kabir Maharjan, both mechanics, were found 170 meters from the tunnel entrance and rushed to a hospital in Kathmandu.
Catastrophic floods in Nepal and Tibet have left thousands displaced and in desperate need of aid. The United Nations has issued an urgent appeal to the international community to raise funds for vital assistance. Discover the details of this humanitarian crisis and how you can make a difference.
In a new chapter of the war, Russia launched an attack on the headquarters of Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) in Kyiv. Ukrainian authorities called it a 'major escalation' and demanded a 'firm response' from the international community. The attack comes amid intense fighting in the east of the country.
Lorena Isceri, 45, was kidnapped and thrown from a bridge on the A1 highway in Florence by her ex-partner, Federico Vella, 38, who then took his own life. The incident occurred on Thursday, September 3, and has shaken Italy, where at least seven femicides have been recorded since August 15.
Lorena Isceri, 45, was kidnapped on Thursday in Rifredi, Florence, and thrown from a highway bridge by her ex-partner, Federico Vella, 38, who also jumped. It is the seventh femicide in Italy since mid-August, reigniting the debate on preventing gender-based violence.
Colombian President Abelardo De La Espriella has ignited a firestorm of criticism after sharing a video on social media showing him walking among white body bags containing 23 guerrillas killed in a military operation in the Amazon. While he defends his 'total war' policy, the opposition and former President Gustavo Petro accuse him of 'necropolitics' and lacking humanity.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has achieved a historic milestone: her government has become the longest-lasting in the history of the Italian Republic. A feat that defies Italy's tradition of political instability and cements her leadership on the European stage.
In an operation combining courage, technology, and a touch of faith, two workers from the Trishuli 3A hydropower plant were rescued alive this Friday, September 4, 2026, after spending nine days trapped under tons of debris. The discovery renewed hope of finding more survivors among the more than 5,000 missing left by the avalanche.
The war in Iran has driven global fuel costs to record highs, surpassing the 2022 peak. This surge is reigniting inflationary pressures worldwide and becoming a pivotal issue in the US political landscape, less than two months before the November midterm elections.
On September 4, 2026, Malaysia declared a state of emergency across large parts of Borneo as thick smoke from massive forest fires in neighboring Indonesia blankets the island. The measure aims to protect public health and coordinate emergency response amid hazardous air quality.
A new political-financial scandal threatens to destabilize Brazil's Supreme Federal Court, according to French newspaper Le Monde. The case, which emerged in recent hours, involves high-ranking officials and could have serious implications for the country's judicial system. Here are the details.
US Vice President JD Vance has sparked controversy by downplaying an attack that reportedly killed four people, including a child, at a wedding in southern Iran. His remarks were labeled as 'gaslighting' by Democratic lawmakers, amid a conflict that has now lasted seven months.
At the California City detention center, the state's largest, visits are only allowed through glass, with no physical contact. Families and activists have launched the 'Hugs Beyond Bars' campaign to overturn a policy they call inhumane, while a state audit suggests it may violate the operator's own rules.
In a major move for national security, the U.S. Armed Forces have disabled advertising identifiers on military phones and computers. This step aims to prevent adversaries like Iran from using commercial data to track soldiers. However, lawmakers warn the threat persists and demand a thorough investigation.
In a tent camp in Deir al-Balah, a 71-year-old agronomist and his daughter keep alive Gaza's only seed bank. Despite the destruction, they distribute resilient local seeds to about 200 farmers, with support from the Red Cross, to ensure food sovereignty amid the humanitarian crisis.
In an operation that defied the odds, rescue teams in Nepal managed to pull two workers out alive after they spent 10 days trapped inside the Trishuli 3A hydropower tunnel, following the devastating floods of August 26. Sanjay Sah and Kabir Maharjan were found 170 meters from the entrance, in a zone where oxygen and drinking water were scarce. Their survival has become a symbol of hope amid a tragedy that has already claimed more than 1,290 lives in the country.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is facing an impeachment process after a scandal that dates back to 2020. The case involves the theft of a large sum of cash hidden at his game farm, a development that has shaken South African politics and could define his political future.
