Daily Telegraph
Coverage of Daily Telegraph in the Nexus archive.
- ‘No one’s even heard of the Telegraph’: can the UK’s most conservative paper take on Murdoch in the US?
Axel Springer CEO Mathias Döpfner has acquired the UK’s conservative Daily Telegraph and aims to expand its presence in the US market, challenging media mogul Murdoch. The article highlights Döpfner’s 'bold vision' for the media group but questions whether identifying a market gap guarantees success in the US.
- Starmer is leaving Burnham with a massive bill for defence. But why the war fever?
Keir Starmer's defense spending plan faces criticism for being insufficient, with media and experts urging increased military funding amid claims of an imminent Russian threat. Outgoing Prime Minister Starmer added £15bn to the Defence Investment Plan, but figures like Hamish de Bretton-Gordon argue it fails to address critical needs, pressuring Andy Burnham to deliver more resources.
- Cairo Takeaway secures court win over pro-Israel activist who claimed he was ‘completely vindicated’ after settlement
A federal court ruled that pro-Israel activist Ofir Birenbaum breached parts of a legal settlement with Sydney restaurant Cairo Takeaway. The decision followed an incident where Birenbaum visited the restaurant wearing a Star of David cap and necklace with Daily Telegraph reporters in February 2025.
- Farage’s attempt to get ahead of £5m gift story only raises more questions
Nigel Farage admitted receiving a £5m personal gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne in 2024 before the general election, which he did not disclose until the Daily Telegraph published the story. He claimed the money was for his personal security, but the delayed disclosure has raised questions.