Thousands of Irish farmers protest in Athlone against the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, fearing an influx of cheap South American beef will undercut their livelihoods. The deal was approved despite opposition from several member states.
EU member states approve historic Mercosur trade deal with Latin America, ending 25 years of talks. The agreement triggers immediate protests from farmers across Europe over fears for local agriculture.
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A new weekly farmers' market is opening in Peckham, South London, offering grass-fed beef, free-range eggs and fresh produce. Launching January 24 at Belham Primary School.
Thousands of French farmers converged on Paris to protest the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, citing threats to their livelihoods and unfair competition. See the full report.
Despite a pre-Christmas U-turn on inheritance tax for farms, Labour faces deep-seated anger from farmers at the Oxford Farming Conference, with protests highlighting a crisis of trust in rural policy.
Jessica Plichta, 22, was arrested in Grand Rapids after a live TV interview about a Venezuela protest. She believes her recent trip to Caracas made her a target. Read more on the alleged suppression tactics.
Protesters gathered outside the US Embassy in Jakarta, condemning the US military strike in Venezuela. The Guardian seeks reactions from Venezuelans and neighbouring nations.
An 18-year-old died after a bus drove into a mass protest against military draft laws in Jerusalem. The incident highlights deepening tensions over conscription exemptions for Israel's ultra-Orthodox community.
Five Stanford University students go on trial Monday on felony charges from a 2024 pro-Palestinian sit-in, the most severe criminal case from US campus protests. Read the full story.
Protests erupted across Australia condemning the US military's removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Three were arrested in Sydney under new anti-protest laws. Read the latest.
A left-wing extremist group has claimed responsibility for an arson attack that has left tens of thousands in Berlin without power and heat in freezing conditions. Read the latest on the investigation and impact.
Traditional French bistros face a catastrophe, with 25 closing daily. Changing habits, delivery apps, and tax rules threaten the nation's iconic dining culture. Discover the full story.
From emancipation to Black Lives Matter, mass movements have defined US history. Discover what decades of research reveals about protest's tangible impact on elections, policy, and civic life.
Ministers announce U-turn raising inheritance tax threshold for farmers to £2.5m just before Christmas, dodging scrutiny, says Victoria Atkins. Explore the policy reversal details.
Sir Keir Starmer's government announces a major climbdown, raising the inheritance tax relief for family farms from £1m to £2.5m. The move follows fierce NFU protests and a Tory campaign against the 'family farms tax'.
Eight activists await trial, with seven hospitalised after hunger strikes. They demand bail and an end to the Palestine Action ban as medical concerns escalate. Read the full story.
In response to the Bondi terror attack, the NSW government is rushing through laws to limit gun ownership and curb protest rights. Critics warn of kneejerk legislation.
Victoria Police have been granted new powers to ban protests for up to a month, following the Bondi terror attack. The laws will be in effect for the Boxing Day Test. Read the full details.
NSW Farmers accuse the Minns government of rushing unworkable firearms reforms, misleading farmers and failing to consult. Read their full critique.
A silver steward at France's presidential palace has been arrested for allegedly stealing historic porcelain and silverware, valued up to €40,000, and listing items on sites like Vinted. Read the full investigation details.
Shocking video shows a Belgian police officer kicking a demonstrator at a farmers' protest in Brussels. Calls for investigation grow as tensions over agricultural policy rise.
Met Police arrest five at pro-Palestine protest after chanting 'intifada'. Senior officers say context changed after Sydney and Manchester attacks. Read the latest.
Two people arrested for chanting 'globalise the intifada' at a pro-Palestine protest in Westminster, following a new police crackdown. Read the latest on the protests and the hunger strikers.
Met Police arrest two for racially aggravated offences after pro-Palestinian protest chants in Westminster. Force announces new assertive approach following recent terror attacks.
French First Lady Brigitte Macron faces a legal complaint from over 300 women after a video showed her using a sexist slur against feminist protesters. Read the full story.
A Paris labour court has ruled PSG must pay Kylian Mbappe €60m in unpaid bonuses and wages. The club says it will comply but may appeal. Read the full story.
A former French anaesthetist is accused of fatally poisoning 12 patients to demonstrate his resuscitation skills. The trial, described as 'the trial of a lifetime', is now awaiting a verdict.
From Belgian honey cakes to Italian sugared jellies, discover the local delicacies and supermarket treasures travel experts always bring home from holidays across Europe.
The Tower of London was forced to close after activists threw custard and apple crumble at the Crown Jewels display case. Four people were arrested in the protest against inequality. Read the full story.