British-Iranians protest despite fears of regime reprisals
British-Iranians in London protest against Tehran's brutal crackdown, fearing for relatives' lives. They urge UK and US support as death toll rises. Read their courageous stories.
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Truck drives into LA Iranian protest rally, driver detained
A U-Haul truck sped through a Los Angeles march supporting the Iranian people. One person was hit but not seriously hurt. Police detained the driver. Read the full report.
Trump's Iran Strikes Could Backfire, Warn UK Experts
As Trump weighs military action against Iran, UK security analysts warn it could unite Iranians against the US and lead to a dangerous power vacuum. Discover the potential consequences.
Afghan Women in UK Amplify Voices in Photo Essay
A powerful photo essay features seven Afghan women who escaped the Taliban and rebuilt their lives in the UK. Their stories highlight resilience and the ongoing fight for women's rights in Afghanistan.
UK seeks 'peaceful transition' in Iran as protests intensify
UK ministers call for an end to violence in Iran and discuss regime change as protests defy a severe crackdown. Over 60 reported dead and thousands detained.
Iran's Regime Vulnerable, But Crackdowns Continue
Analysis: Iran's theocracy faces unprecedented vulnerability amid protests, but the regime's honed playbook of internet blackouts and force shows no sign of weakening. Read the latest.
Iranian flag pulled down at London embassy protest
A protester scaled the Iranian embassy in London, replacing its flag with a pre-revolution symbol. The Met Police reported two arrests as global demonstrations challenge Tehran's regime.
Protester tears down Iranian flag at London embassy
A demonstrator scaled the Iranian embassy in London, tearing down the national flag. The act comes amid widespread anti-regime protests in Iran and a violent crackdown. Read the full story.
Iran Crackdown: 50 Killed, 2,270 Detained in Protests
Iran's supreme leader signals crackdown as nationwide protests continue. At least 50 killed and over 2,270 detained. Read the latest on the regime's response.
FTSE 100 Soars Past 10,000 as IPO Rebound Forecast
The FTSE 100 surged to a record close above 10,122. Analysts now predict a 2026 IPO revival in London, spurred by Chancellor Reeves's stamp duty reforms. Read the full market analysis.
Venezuela's Delcy Rodriguez Banned from UK
Delcy Rodriguez, Venezuela's new interim president, remains on the UK sanctions list for undermining democracy. Discover the details of the asset freeze and travel ban.
The Endemic Failure of Political Forecasting
From Venezuela to the Soviet collapse, experts consistently fail to predict major political shifts. Paul Ormerod examines the limits of forecasting for 2026. Read the analysis.
UK Abortion Campaigner's 60-Year Unfinished Battle
Diane Munday, 94, who helped secure the 1967 Abortion Act, says the job is only half done. She demands full decriminalisation and warns of threats from US rollbacks and UK politicians.
Trump's Venezuela military action risks wider conflict
Analysis: Donald Trump's regime-change strike in Caracas marks a perilous shift in US strategy, raising fears of further interventions across the Americas. What are the global consequences?
US military strikes hit Venezuela, Maduro declares emergency
The US has launched a large-scale military operation inside Venezuela, striking Caracas. President Maduro declares a national emergency. Follow the latest developments and analysis here.
ECHR Questions UK on Shamima Begum Citizenship
The European Court of Human Rights has intervened in the case of Shamima Begum, questioning the UK's 2019 decision to strip her citizenship. Read the latest developments.
New EHRC chair asks critics to 'judge me on what I do'
Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson, the new chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, addresses criticism from LGBTQ+ groups and pledges to uphold rights for all protected characteristics. Read her full response.
Channel Tunnel chaos: Your rights to refunds
Hundreds of travellers faced disruption due to a Channel Tunnel power fault. Discover your rights to refunds, compensation, and accommodation from Eurostar and LeShuttle.
Peru grants legal rights to Amazon stingless bees
Two Peruvian municipalities have become the first in the world to grant legal rights to native stingless bees, a landmark move for biodiversity and Indigenous rights. Discover the story behind this historic conservation effort.
How a video saved Afghan women from a Taliban raid
Exiled activist Zarmina Paryani reveals how a desperate video thwarted a Taliban arrest in Kabul. Her story exposes the brutal crackdown on women's protests in Afghanistan.
Ireland's Gender Recognition Act: A Decade On
Ten years after Ireland's landmark Gender Recognition Act, a once-uncontroversial law faces growing scrutiny. Explore the journey from consensus to contention.
Next's 'Perfect' Highland Cow Pyjamas Praised by Shoppers
Shoppers are raving about Next's cosy Highland cow pyjamas, calling them 'soft and comfy'. The £25 set comes in oatmeal and burgundy. Discover the details and alternative options.
Taliban tears down historic Ariana Cinema in Kabul
The Taliban has demolished Kabul's iconic Ariana Cinema, a symbol of Afghanistan's cultural history. See the images and understand the impact of this erasure.
USAID cuts create void filled by anti-rights groups
The drastic 2025 cuts to USAID have triggered a global health crisis, creating an opening for ultra-conservative groups to reshape international aid with restrictive conditions. Explore the profound impact on women's health and reproductive rights worldwi
Trump's Venezuela Post Reveals Three Key Aims
Donald Trump's latest social media post lays bare US ambitions in Venezuela: regime change, oil control, and stopping drug trade. Analysis of the escalating crisis.
Trump's Venezuela Post Reveals Three Key Aims
Donald Trump's social media post on Venezuela explicitly links a massive US naval presence to demands for oil and regime change, moving beyond anti-drug rhetoric. Read the full analysis.
Landmark UK employment rights bill passes into law
Labour's flagship employment bill, hailed as a 'generational shift', becomes law after Lords battle. New rights on zero-hours contracts, sick pay, and parental leave expected from 2026.
2025: Five Key Moments in the Assault on Women's Rights
A devastating look at how policy shifts in 2025 have dismantled global health aid, targeting reproductive rights and disproportionately endangering women and girls worldwide. Read the full analysis.
Rayner urges MPs to sit 'through the night' on rights bill
Angela Rayner calls for MPs to sit through the night to pass her flagship Employment Rights Bill, as Lords' delays threaten manifesto pledge on sick pay. MPs vote to scrap unfair dismissal cap.
Workers' rights bill passes but key battles lie ahead
Labour's employment bill moves forward after business groups urge Lords to stop blocking it, but critical details on contracts and rights are deferred to secondary legislation, setting the stage for fresh disputes.
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