Scottish MSP Jeremy Balfour Steps Down from Conservative Party
MSP Jeremy Balfour resigns from the Scottish Conservative Party citing disagreements with the party's current leadership and their approach to policy-making.
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DF Nominations Head to Greater Masaka with Momentum Building
The Democratic Front (DF) Electoral Commission has announced that the upcoming nomination process for the party's candidates will be taking place in Greater Masaka starting next week, followed by the Acholi subregion.
Home Office Appeal Blocked: High Court Upholds Local Ban on Asylum Seekers at Essex Hotel
The UK government has lost its appeal against a High Court ruling that prohibits the placement of asylum seekers at a Bell Hotel in Epping, Essex. The 140 asylum seekers must vacate the premises by September 16th.
Trump Claims Ending Six Wars Without Ceasefires, But Examples Show Contradiction
President Trump asserted he concluded six international conflicts without referencing a ceasefire, yet official accounts and his own statements regarding some of these conflicts highlight ceasefire agreements.
Sally Rooney Defies UK Ban, Vows Continued Backing for Palestine Action
Acclaimed novelist Sally Rooney pledges ongoing financial and public support for proscribed group Palestine Action, declaring she accepts being labeled a terror supporter under UK law. Her stance comes as Home Secretary Yvette Cooper defends the ban citing the group's alleged extremist activities.
European Leaders to Join Ukraine’s Zelensky in Historic White House Summit
Despite missing out on a ceasefire agreement, European leaders are set to join Ukrainian President Zelensky in a crucial meeting with President Trump at the White House.
Historic Handshake: Trump and Putin Convene in Alaska Amid Ukraine Discussions
The two world leaders greeted each other warmly before heading into private negotiations regarding the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
NUP Completes Major Candidate Screening in Busoga Ahead of Local Elections
Over 1,000 National Unity Platform aspirants undergo vetting in Busoga Subregion East, signaling the party's electoral preparedness.
UPC party to Back Jimmy Akena's Presidential Run Despite Court Setback
The Uganda People's Congress has announced its support for Jimmy Akena's 2026 presidential bid, ignoring a recent court decision that barred his re-election as party president.
**Trump-Putin Summit Unlikely to Expedite Ukraine War Resolution**
**Upcoming talks between former U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are not expected to swiftly conclude the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.**
Home Secretary Calls for Increased Transparency on Suspects' Immigration Status ###
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has urged for changes in police guidance to allow for greater disclosure of suspects' immigration status and ethnicity, particularly in high-profile cases like the alleged rape of a 12-year-old in Warwickshire. ###
Entebbe Lawmaker Kakembo Clears DF Primaries Hurdle for 2026 Race
Entebbe Municipality MP Michael Kakembo secures Democratic Front nomination for 2026 elections after defecting from NUP, as party leadership lauds his principled shift.
