Margaret Whitmore

About the author

Margaret Whitmore is a British journalist and editor with a long-standing interest in international affairs, European politics and contemporary society. She contributes analysis and commentary on major political and social developments and works with the editorial team to provide readers with clear, contextualised perspectives on current events.

US Midterms Reset the Balance of Power in Washington

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Democratic gains in the US midterms weaken Trump’s Republicans and reshape domestic politics, oversight and ties with the EU.

Lula’s Narrow Comeback Shows Brazil’s Democracy Still Faces a Hard Test

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Lula won a fourth term in Brazil, but the close runoff exposed deep economic anxiety and the enduring strength of the far right.

South Africa’s municipal vote tests patience over water and basic services

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South Africans vote in local elections shaped by water shortages, service delivery concerns and scrutiny of ANC support.

Kaliningrad Radar Project Puts Europe’s Security Balance Under Scrutiny

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Russia is nearing completion of a large radar complex in Kaliningrad, a project experts say could monitor much of Europe.

A Workplace Collapse Puts Vitamin D Deficiency in the Spotlight

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Saskia Reeves-Priestley discovered her vitamin D deficiency only after collapsing at work, highlighting a condition that can go unnoticed.

Grealish Omitted as Everton Advance in the EFL Cup

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Jack Grealish missed Everton’s EFL Cup win over Newcastle after a club discipline breach, shifting focus to his next squad involvement.

Patrick Stewart’s Enduring Bridge Between Shakespeare and Star Trek

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A profile of Sir Patrick Stewart’s career, from classical theatre and Shakespeare to Star Trek, X-Men and his enduring cultural reach.

India Moves Residents to Safety as Cyclone Arnab Nears Andhra Pradesh

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India orders evacuations in southwestern Andhra Pradesh as Cyclone Arnab is expected to make landfall by Wednesday.

Lula’s Victory Signals Brazil’s Preference for Stability Over Radical Disruption

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Lula’s 2026 victory over Flávio Bolsonaro highlights Brazil’s choice between familiar governance and a radical-right platform.

Turkey-Libya Maritime Plan Raises New Tensions in the Mediterranean

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Turkey and Libya’s plan to revise Mediterranean maritime boundaries has triggered Greek objections and drawn EU attention.

Tottenham’s rise to 12th gives Spurs a cautious sign of recovery

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Tottenham end Saturday 12th in the Premier League, their best position since 2 January, raising cautious questions over a Spurs recovery.

GP Says She Lost Job After Raising Concerns Over Gender Care

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A GP says she was forced out after passing on doctors’ complaints about gender-related treatment and facing a harsh investigation.
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