Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde stated the Shiv Sena (UBT) revolt is a 'trailer' for a larger political shift. Six of Shiv Sena (UBT)'s nine Lok Sabha MPs sought recognition as a separate group, citing ideological concerns and a potential merger with Congress. The dissidents are expected to join Shinde's faction.
Britain's Labour government faces a potential leadership election as PM Sir Keir Starmer vows to contest, while Andy Burnham returns to parliament and signals his intent to challenge. Burnham's decisive by-election win in Makerfield fuels speculation about a leadership bid.
Labour peer Thangam Debbonaire confronted Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin during a byelection count, accusing her of racism and defending Nigel Farage's undeclared £5m gift. The exchange, broadcast on Sky News, touched on Farage's financial dealings and Pochin's past controversial remarks about diversity in advertising.
Andy Burnham, Greater Manchester Mayor, has returned to Parliament after winning the Makerfield by-election. His victory positions him as a strong challenger to Labour leader Keir Starmer, as party rules require MPs to contest leadership bids.
Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, has won a special election for the Makerfield seat in Parliament, positioning him as a strong contender to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for leadership of the Labour Party and the country.
KPMG confirmed staff leaked Optus confidential data to colleagues bidding for Telstra's audit contract. The firm also surveilled a whistleblower, dismissing their concerns as "workplace grievances." Former CEO Andrew Yates resigned over the scandal, receiving $4.1m. Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand is investigating 12 individuals.
A UK parliamentary committee is urging Japanese tech firm Fujitsu to make an immediate payment towards the compensation bill for victims of the Post Office IT scandal. The company supplied the faulty Horizon software, leading to wrongful prosecutions of branch operators. Thousands await redress, with calls for Fujitsu to commit to its full liability.
A NSW parliamentary inquiry heard that the live music talent pipeline is diminishing as fewer young people in regional areas receive music education. This is attributed to a 'user-pays' system, lack of accessible instruments and teachers, and the disappearance of TAFE courses for technical roles.
A NSW parliamentary inquiry heard the live music talent pipeline is diminishing due to a lack of accessible musical education in regional areas, with a user-pays system and disappearing TAFE courses impacting instrument access, teachers, and technical skills.
Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester mayor, has won a parliamentary seat in northwest England, potentially positioning him to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Burnham secured 54.8% of the vote in Makerfield, signaling a significant moment for British politics.
Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester mayor, has won a parliamentary seat in northern England, potentially positioning him to challenge current Labour leader Keir Starmer. Burnham, nicknamed "King of the North," secured a significant victory in Makerfield.
Veteran UK Labour politician Andy Burnham won a historic by-election on Friday, securing a parliamentary seat. The 56-year-old has indicated he will challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the party's leadership.
Zimbabwean lawmakers have approved a bill to replace direct presidential elections with a vote by parliament. Supporters claim it promotes policy continuity, while opponents fear it weakens democracy and entrenches the ruling party's power.
The Northern Territory Labor Party has replaced Dheran Young as deputy opposition leader with Ed Smelt. Young expressed disappointment, while Labor leader Selena Uibo stated the move aims to regain public trust ahead of the 2028 election.
The Northern Territory Labor Party has replaced Deputy Opposition Leader Dheran Young with Ed Smelt. Labor leader Selena Uibo stated the move aims to regain public trust ahead of the 2028 election. Young expressed disappointment but vowed to continue working for the party.
KPMG Australia is under scrutiny in a parliamentary hearing over allegations of misusing confidential client information, including data from Lendlease, to win new business. The firm's defiance in handing over documents and the resignation of key executives mark a dramatic turn.
Former KPMG Australia CEO Andrew Yates and other executives are questioned by a parliamentary inquiry regarding allegations of misusing confidential client information. The Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) is also under scrutiny for its handling of the matter, with senators expressing disappointment over perceived systemic failures and insufficient penalties for misconduct.
Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, has enlisted three prominent economic advisors, including former Bank of England chief economist Andy Haldane, to bolster his fiscal credibility. This move precedes a potential return to Parliament via the Makerfield by-election and a possible challenge to Keir Starmer's leadership.
The European Parliament has passed new, stricter migration rules, including faster deportations for rejected asylum seekers. The vote highlighted a significant rift between right-wing and left-wing MEPs, with supporters calling it a "historic step" and opponents labeling it a "dark chapter."
Revelations about middlemen agencies exploiting creators on OnlyFans, taking 50% of earnings and pressuring women into explicit content, have prompted calls for parliamentary inquiry. The platform, valued at £3bn, faces scrutiny over its business practices and potential links to sex trafficking.
Zimbabwe's National Assembly has passed a bill to extend presidential terms, potentially allowing President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in power until 2030. The constitutional amendments would postpone elections from 2028 to 2030 and extend term lengths from five to seven years.
Rightwing MEPs chanted "send them back" after a vote to increase EU deportations. This sparked counter-chants of "shame on you" from other lawmakers, highlighting deep divisions in the European Parliament. Rights groups and UN experts have criticized the measures as cruel and discriminatory.
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar stated he and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola agreed to conclude the EU's Article 7 rule-of-law procedure against Hungary by autumn. Metsola's office offered a more cautious outlook, emphasizing the need for concrete actions and positive progress.
The European Parliament voted to pause parts of the EU's wastewater cleanup law, fearing that making drugmakers pay for micropollutant removal could lead to medicine shortages. Lawmakers approved suspending industry's obligation to pay for removing pollutants like antibiotics and microplastics, pending a new study on costs and sector blame.
