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18/08/2025

Trump Blocks Ukraine’s NATO Path Ahead of Zelenskyy Talks

President Donald Trump has declared there will be “no going into NATO by Ukraine,” sending a strong message just before Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s White House visit. Trump also stated that Kyiv should abandon its hopes of regaining Crimea, instead urging a peace deal with Russia that excludes NATO membership.

The comments mark a dramatic shift from longstanding U.S. policy, which has supported Ukraine’s eventual NATO accession. Critics argue Trump’s stance aligns with Moscow’s demands, while supporters say it could pave the way for direct negotiations to end the war.

Zelenskyy is expected to press the U.S. administration for stronger guarantees of security and continued military aid, even as Trump signals a more transactional approach to U.S. foreign policy. European allies are closely watching the talks, concerned that a peace settlement brokered on these terms could undermine Ukrainian sovereignty and embolden Russian aggression.

14/08/2025

Melania Trump Threatens $1B Lawsuit Against Hunter Biden Over Epstein Remark

First Lady Melania Trump has threatened to sue Hunter Biden for more than $1 billion after he claimed during a recent interview that Jeffrey Epstein introduced her to Donald Trump.

Her legal team slammed the statement as “false, defamatory, disparaging, inflammatory and extremely salacious”, demanding an immediate retraction and public apology. They say the remark has caused “overwhelming financial and reputational harm” to Melania Trump.

Biden has not yet publicly responded to the demand. Melania maintains she met Donald at New York Fashion Week in 1998 through modelling agent Paolo Zampolli — not Epstein.

13/08/2025

Rush Hour Chaos on A12 After Vehicle Fire and Diesel Spill

Commuters faced major disruption this morning after a vehicle fire on the A12 triggered long tailbacks and a diesel spillage, National Highways confirmed.

The northbound carriageway was closed between Junction 18 (A414/Sandon) and Junction 19 (Boreham) during peak rush hour, with firefighters working to bring the blaze under control. One lane has since reopened, but severe delays remain.

Northbound queues stretched past Junction 17 (A130/Hose Green), while London-bound traffic was also hit by a separate incident, backing up to Junction 20 (Hatfield Peverel). Motorists are being urged to allow extra time for their journeys or seek alternative routes.

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13/08/2025

Peter Hain Warns UK Government ‘Digging Itself Into a Hole’ Over Palestine Action Ban

Former cabinet minister and veteran anti-apartheid campaigner Peter Hain has accused the UK government of “digging itself into a hole” over its decision to ban Palestine Action, warning the move is already sparking regret among Labour MPs and peers who backed it.

Lord Hain, who voted against the proscription in July alongside two other Labour peers — Lord John Hendy and Frances O’Grady — condemned the equating of Palestine Action supporters with terrorist groups such as al-Qaida. He noted that recent arrests have included retired magistrates, serving doctors, and other professionals, calling the response “absolutely wrong” and politically damaging.

Hain predicted the issue would “end in tears for the government” and suggested that a successful legal challenge to the ban would be “a mercy to all concerned, including the government itself.” The controversy is expected to resurface when Parliament reconvenes in September, with even some MPs who voted for the proscription now expressing regret.

13/08/2025

National Guard Deployed to Washington DC Amid ‘Authoritarian Push’ Row

National Guard troops in camouflage have begun appearing on the streets of Washington DC, a day after President Donald Trump seized control of the city’s police force and ordered the deployment in what he claims is a crackdown on violent crime.

Armoured vehicles were spotted near government buildings and tourist sites on Tuesday evening, with officials confirming that 800 National Guard troops and 500 federal law enforcement agents will be in place. The move comes despite Washington DC Mayor Muriel Bowser rejecting Trump’s assertion that crime is “out of control” and branding the action an “authoritarian push.”

Federal agents arrested 23 people on Monday night for offences ranging from homicide and gun crimes to drug dealing and reckless driving. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt warned this was “only the beginning,” pledging a month-long campaign to “relentlessly pursue” anyone deemed to threaten public safety.

The deployment has drawn sharp political lines, with Trump threatening to send similar forces into New York and Chicago — both Democratic-led cities — in what critics fear is a dangerous precedent for federal intervention in local law enforcement.

12/08/2025

‘I Was Epstein’s Butler for 18 Years – There’s No Way He Killed Himself’

Jeffrey Epstein “loved life too much” to have taken his own life, claims his former butler of 18 years, who was a close witness to the disgraced financier’s inner circle — which included high-profile figures like Bill Clinton, Bill Gates, and Woody Allen.

In an exclusive interview with The Telegraph, the aide revealed intimate insights into Epstein’s lifestyle and mindset, insisting that Epstein was confident he would be released on bail and that he showed no signs of suicidal intent. This testimony adds fuel to widespread skepticism about the official conclusion that Epstein died by su***de while awaiting trial on s*x trafficking charges.

The butler’s account raises troubling questions about the circumstances of Epstein’s death and the handling of his case, which has been shrouded in controversy and conspiracy theories since the financier’s arrest. Many continue to suspect foul play, pointing to Epstein’s connections with powerful individuals and the potential for damaging information to be exposed.

12/08/2025

HMRC Confirms Use of AI to Monitor Taxpayers’ Social Media

The UK tax authority has confirmed for the first time that it uses artificial intelligence (AI) to track taxpayers’ online activity, including social media posts.

Officials analyse financial records, spending habits, and tax returns, cross-referencing them with online content to spot potential tax evasion. Posts about luxury purchases or expensive holidays could trigger an alert if they appear inconsistent with a person’s declared income.

HMRC says the AI monitoring is only used in criminal investigations and insists “robust safeguards” are in place. The practice has reportedly been in operation for several years, with the agency stressing all use of the technology complies with the law.

11/08/2025

Sir Keir Starmer has voiced deep concern over the repeated targeting of journalists in Gaza, after the killing of prominent Al Jazeera reporter Anas Al Sharif by Israeli forces.

Israel’s military claimed that Al Sharif, widely known for his frontline coverage of the war, was leading a Hamas militant cell and had been involved in rocket attacks on Israel. However, press freedom groups and international observers have condemned the killing, warning it sets a dangerous precedent for the safety of journalists in conflict zones.

Starmer’s spokesperson reaffirmed that reporters covering conflicts are afforded protection under international humanitarian law. “Journalists must be able to work without fear or intimidation, and Israel must ensure their safety,” they said, adding that the ability to report independently is “essential for accountability and truth.”

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11/08/2025

EU Covid Cash ‘Funded Yachts, Luxury Cars and Swingers’ Club’

The European Union’s post-Covid recovery funds in Poland have sparked outrage after revelations they were used to finance yachts, luxury cars, and even a swingers’ club.

The scandal came to light under a new government transparency drive, with details exposing how some grants, intended to help businesses recover from the pandemic, were allegedly misused for lavish and non-essential purchases. Hard-right opposition parties have seized on the findings, calling it proof of “systemic corruption” and a “national disgrace.”

The government insists most funds were used appropriately, but critics say the revelations highlight deep flaws in oversight and accountability for EU subsidies.

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10/08/2025

Two Brothers. One War. Both Banks.

In 1913, Paul Warburg helped birth the U.S. Federal Reserve—a central bank designed to stabilize American finance.
Meanwhile, his brother Max Warburg was a key advisor to the German Reichsbank, steering monetary policy for the Kaiser’s empire.

Then came World War I.

The Warburg brothers found themselves on opposite sides of a global conflict. One advising Wall Street. The other guiding Berlin.
Yet despite the bloodshed, their family remained deeply embedded in the machinery of international finance.

💰 While soldiers drowned in mud and mustard gas, capital flowed—quietly, efficiently—through institutions the Warburgs helped shape.
Their influence wasn’t just national. It was systemic.

This isn’t conspiracy theory. It’s documented history.
The Warburgs weren’t just bankers. They were architects of modern monetary systems—designers of the invisible scaffolding behind global power.

📌 So what does it mean when war becomes a business model?

When central banks outlast empires, and profit margins rise with casualty counts—who really wins?

Let’s talk about the stories textbooks skip.
Let’s talk about power, profit, and the families who shaped both.

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10/08/2025

Elon Musk Seeks to Sell Power to UK Households Within Months

Tesla is set to shake up Britain’s energy market, taking on industry heavyweights like Octopus and British Gas with the launch of its own household electricity supplier.

The company has applied to Ofgem for a licence to operate as Tesla Electric, potentially going live as soon as next year. The service is expected to integrate seamlessly with Tesla’s electric cars and Powerwall home batteries, enabling users to cut costs and even earn money by selling excess solar power back to the grid.

Tesla already runs a similar scheme in Texas, where customers benefit from cheaper EV charging and payments for supplying stored energy. The UK licence application, submitted on July 25 by Tesla Energy Ventures and signed by European energy operations head Andrew Payne, marks a major expansion of Elon Musk’s clean energy ambitions on British soil.

07/08/2025

Rayner Orders China to Explain Secret Basement Under London ‘Mega-Embassy’

Deputy PM Angela Rayner has demanded that Beijing explain why key sections of its planned London embassy—set to be the largest in Europe—were marked “redacted for security reasons.” Concerns are growing over potential espionage infrastructure, including tunnels and airlocked basements near critical UK data cables. China has two weeks to respond.

Security experts and MPs are urging a more cautious approach, calling for increased scrutiny of all foreign diplomatic sites near sensitive infrastructure. Local residents and campaigners have also expressed unease, fearing the site could be used to intimidate dissidents or conduct covert surveillance operations on British soil.

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