Rishi Sunak has completed a spectacular political comeback to become the next prime minister after rival Penny Mordaunt dropped out. The former chancellor won the support of Conservative MPs to succeed Liz Truss as Tory leader on Monday and will…
Penny Mordaunt announces bid to replace Liz Truss as UK prime minister
Penny Mordaunt has become the first candidate to formally announce her bid to replace Liz Truss as Britain’s prime minister. The Commons leader, who came third in the last contest, said she would offer a “fresh start” and a “united…
UK: Conservatives vote for 2 finalists to succeed Boris Johnson
One of three Conservative candidates will have to leave the race to become Boris Johnson’s successor. The vote will come after Johnson makes his final appearance in Parliament as prime minister. The final two candidates to become Boris Johnson’s successor…
Political patronage and enlightened self-interest — Ehi Braimah
As we count down to the general elections next year, political events that will shape the outcome of the polls are unfolding and making headline news. It is the same story around the world – especially when the political season…
British soldier killed by elephant while on anti-poaching mission in Africa (Metro)
A British soldier has been killed by an elephant on an anti-poaching mission in Malawi. Guardsman Mathew Talbot of the 1st Battalion Coldstream Guards died on Sunday, May 5th while on operation in the east African country. The Ministry of…