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20 Scientists warn 2026 World Cup heat could endanger players and fans

17 May 2026 @ 4:41 pm

World CupJust days before the start of the 2026 World Cup finals, international warnings are escalating regarding the climate risks that players and fans may face during the anticipated tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. These concerns are rising amid increasing fears about the impact of high temperatures and high humidity on physical safety […] By Alaa Shamali

Reform’s Bradford leader exposed as a racist pervert

17 May 2026 @ 3:58 pm

Stephen Place of Reform UK and Nigel FarageIn the runup to the local elections, investigators exposed many of Reform UK’s election candidates. The investigations didn’t stop with the local election results, however, and more has come to light since then. Among the latest revelations is that Reform UK’s Bradford leader is a racist and a creep: Reform — disgusting The above post […] By Willem Moore

ICC prosecutor requests five new arrest warrants for Israeli officials

17 May 2026 @ 3:21 pm

ICCA prosecutor at the International Criminal Court (ICC) is pursuing five new arrest warrants for Israeli officials. These include Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. However, the ICC has not yet issued them. According to Haaretz, the ICC prosecutor also named Settlement Minister Orit Struck and two military officials. In 2024, the […] By HG

Head flag shagger arrested at Unite the Kingdom rally

17 May 2026 @ 2:53 pm

flag shaggerFlag shagger arrested! As we reported, Tommy Robinson’s 2026 Unite the Kingdom rally was a massive flop. Despite this, some good did come of it: Oh dear… Raise the Colours leader Ryan Bridge has just been arrested at Euston station https://t.co/jTvTaLaKrr — Nick Lowles (@lowles_nick) May 16, 2026 Flag shagger raising the colours Ryan Bridge […] By Willem Moore

Burnham WON’T back proportional representation this parliament

17 May 2026 @ 2:33 pm

Andy Burnham with his arms outAs we’ve reported, Andy Burnham is a politician with many, many faults. Despite this, there was hope Burnham could be used as a vehicle to get some decent policies implemented. As it turns out, though, Burnham has already backed down on one of the policies which made him worth voting for: 🚨BREAKING | Andy Burnham […] By Willem Moore

Questions over huge late-night explosion in Occupied Palestinian Territories

17 May 2026 @ 2:15 pm

Beit-ShameshA huge explosion and fireball rocked Beit Shamesh in the Occupied Palestinian Territories late on Saturday, 16 May. Residents near Israel’s Beit Shemesh area reported a loud explosion and large fire visible from afar. Israel’s Kan News later claimed the incident was a controlled explosion carried out inside a civilian factory. No injuries or damage […] By HG

The 14-Title Curse: Ronaldo’s trophy curse continues at Al-Nassr

17 May 2026 @ 1:15 pm

RonaldoPortuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo has entered a new season of frustration with Saudi club Al-Nassr, after the team fell in the second AFC Champions League final to Japan’s Gamba Osaka by one goal to nil. The match was held at Al-Awwal Park in the Saudi capital, Riyadh. Al-Nassr lost a fresh opportunity to embrace silverware, […] By Alaa Shamali

Peter Mandelson reportedly backs Wes Streeting for PM

17 May 2026 @ 1:06 pm

Peter Mandelson and Wes StreetingStreeting — Keir Starmer’s downfall was hastened by his relationship with Peter Mandelson. Despite knowing Mandelson maintained a relationship with the dead paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, Starmer made the man our ambassador to the US. This made it clear to all that Starmer is a man with phenomenally bad judgement. It also made it clear that […] By Willem Moore

Kuenssberg guest spied on journalists, but she failed to mention this

17 May 2026 @ 1:02 pm

KuenssbergKuenssberg — Josh Simons is the now-ex-Labour MP who was found to have spied on journalists. As we’re supposed to live in a liberal democracy, this sort of behaviour should be frowned upon. Instead, the national broadcaster just treated Simons like a normal politician: Josh Simons is on #bbclaurak this morning. Will Laura Kuenssberg ask […] By Willem Moore

Labour Party leadership challenge — Starmer’s successors change nothing

17 May 2026 @ 11:51 am

Labour PartyThe Labour Party, once the obvious vehicle for working class hopes, now resembles a clapped-out Ford Escort, abandoned on the hard shoulder of history. The wheels are missing, the engine is on fire, and the driver is insisting everything is on track for change. With Keir Starmer on the brink — cabinet ministers whispering exit […] By Rachael Swindon