Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has announced her departure from the social media platform X, formerly Twitter, citing its detrimental impact on democratic health due to unchecked misinformation. Her department will also cease using the platform.
The Green Party has returned a donation from film director Roman Polanski, stating the funds were inadmissible as Polanski is not registered on a UK electoral roll, a requirement under national electoral legislation.
Andy Burnham is assembling a core team for a prospective premiership, with key figures identified for senior roles. This comes as observers critically assess the specifics of his policy agenda and strategic priorities for a Labour government.
The United States has imposed sanctions on Rwanda's Gasabo Gold Refinery, alleging its involvement in the smuggling of at least 60kg of gold from the Democratic Republic of Congo in early 2026. This action targets a company accused of illicitly profiting from a conflict-affected region.
