We always knew it would be a tough election – Russell Findlay
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David Attenborough hailed as ‘remarkable man’ at Royal Albert Hall celebration
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Clever creatures help King deliver birthday message to Sir David Attenborough
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Could Labour and Conservative party dominance in UK politics be ending?
Britain's prime minister is under pressure to quit after huge losses in local elections.
Here’s How Many Times The U.S. Has Exchanged Fire With Iran Since Supposed Ceasefire Began
BreakingBusinessHere’s How Many Times The U.S. Has Exchanged Fire With Iran Since Supposed Ceasefire BeganBySara Dorn,Forbes Staff. Sara Dorn is a Forbes news reporter who covers politics.Follow AuthorMay 08, 2026, 02:55pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.ToplineThe U.S. has fired at Iran at least four times, downing at least 10 vessels, and Iran has attacked the U.S. at least 11 times since the supposed cea...
William tells Southport survivor ‘you’re so brave’ at garden party
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Downing Street has ‘a lot of listening to do’ after election, says Swinney
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Polanski says two-party politics 'dead' after election gains for Greens
Polanski says two-party politics 'dead' after election gains for Greens18 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleRichard WheelerPolitical reporterReutersZoë Garbett celebrates winning the Hackney mayoral contest with Green Party leader Zack PolanskiZack Polanski said two-party politics is "dead and buried" as the Green Party celebrated local election gains, including its first-ever elected mayors.The Green Party of England and Wales leader said his belief they could re...
Labour humiliated in heartlands as pressure mounts on Keir Starmer
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Zack Polanski calls two-party politics dead after mayoral and council wins
Greens leader celebrates his party’s first ever elected mayor, and winning three councils outrightElection 2026 live: latest news updatesFull results from England, Scotland and WalesZack Polanski has declared Britain’s two-party politics “dead and buried” as his Green party won its first ever mayoral election and gained councillors across England, including winning three councils outright.As Labour losses piled up across the country and the Conservatives endured another disappointing set of resu...
Trump announces prisoner swap in 3-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire
Politics Trump announces Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap as part of 3-day ceasefire By Kathryn Watson Kathryn Watson Politics Reporter Kathryn Watson is a politics reporter for CBS News Digital, based in Washington, D.C. Read Full Bio Kathryn Watson May 8, 2026 / 2:24 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Washington — President Trump on Friday announced Russia and Ukraine will swap 1,000 prisoners as a part of a three-day ceasefire for the observation of Victory Day in Russia this weekend....
Hantavirus outbreak: Government hopes to fly 22 Britons back to UK on Sunday
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London local elections: What were the results in Kensington and Chelsea?
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Polanski says two-party politics ‘dead’ as Greens make local election gains
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U.S. launches major expansion of denaturalization campaign
Politics Trump administration ramps up denaturalization campaign, targeting U.S. citizens accused of crimes, fraud, terrorism By Camilo Montoya-Galvez Camilo Montoya-Galvez Immigration Correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez is the Immigration Correspondent at CBS News, where his reporting is featured across multiple programs and platforms, including national broadcast shows, CBS News 24/7, CBSNews.com and the organization's social media accounts. Read Full Bio Camilo Montoya-Galvez May 8, 2026 / 2:...
Tess Daly and Vernon Kay announce split after 22 years of marriage
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Plaid Cymru ‘ready’ to become the next government of Wales
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Ministers rally round Starmer as electoral mauling reignites leadership rumblings
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Scottish Lib Dem leader hails ‘incredible’ results as party picks up new seats
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Tess Daly and Vernon Kay split after 22 years of marriage as they release shock statement
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