Category: Politics & Government

Graham Linehan Guilty of Damaging Trans Activist’s Phone, Cleared of Social Media Harassment

Graham Linehan, co-creator of 'Father Ted', was found guilty of smashing a trans activist's phone but cleared of social media harassment in a UK court. The verdict highlights tensions between free speech and safety in gender debates.

Clay Higgins Alone Votes No as House Passes Bill to Release Epstein Files

Clay Higgins stood alone as the only Republican to vote against releasing Jeffrey Epstein’s files, warning of harm to innocent people, even as the House and Senate passed the bill with near-unanimous support and President Trump pledged to sign it.

Gender Gap Hits Extremes in 2024 UK Election: Men Lean Reform, Women Lean Green

A new study shows the 2024 General Election widened the gender divide, with men favoring Reform UK and women backing the Green Party. The gap was sharpest among 18‑24‑year‑olds. Overall, women leaned left and men right, while the classic Labour‑Conservative split softened. Researchers used data from three elections to map the trend.

Jamaica elections 2025: Holness keeps St Andrew West Central as JLP secures third term

Prime Minister Andrew Holness held St Andrew West Central, beating the PNP’s Paul Buchanan 7,054 to 4,953 in preliminary results. The JLP ended election night with 34 seats to the PNP’s 29, setting up a third straight term in government. In St Andrew North Central, Delano Seiveright won big, replacing veteran MP Karl Samuda. Final tallies are pending official certification.