British-Egyptian Activist Returns to UK After Prison Release
British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah reunites with family in UK after release from Egyptian prison. Read the full story of his journey and the political campaign for his freedom.
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Egypt reach Afcon knockouts with Salah penalty win over South Africa
Mohamed Salah's penalty secured a 1-0 win for 10-man Egypt against South Africa, sending them into the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stages. Read the full Afcon roundup.
Egyptian-British Activist Reunited with Family in UK
British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah lands in London after Egypt lifts travel ban, allowing him to reunite with his son in Brighton after a decade-long ordeal.
Venezuela frees 20 political prisoners ahead of election
Venezuela's government has released 20 political prisoners, including prominent activists, in a significant move ahead of the 2025 presidential election. Read the full story on this major diplomatic development.
Egypt's Four Seasons: A Hotel That Ruins All Others
A travel journalist's stay at Four Seasons resorts in Cairo and Sharm El Sheikh set an impossibly high bar for luxury, service, and experience, making every other hotel pale in comparison.
Prisoner died after Covid monitoring failures at Wormwood Scrubs
An Ombudsman report reveals systemic healthcare failures at HMP Wormwood Scrubs after the death of Mehrban Hussain, who contracted Covid and died of pneumonia. The prison has accepted all recommendations.
Salah's stoppage-time winner breaks Zimbabwe in Afcon
Mohamed Salah scored a dramatic 91st-minute winner as Egypt came from behind to beat Zimbabwe 2-1 in their Africa Cup of Nations opener. Read the full match report.
UK soldier jailed 13 years in Russian penal colony
Hayden William Davies, a former British soldier captured fighting for Ukraine, has been sentenced to 13 years in a Russian penal colony. Read the full story and the UK's response.
Imran Khan's sons describe 'death cell' prison conditions
The sons of former Pakistani PM Imran Khan reveal his 'awful' prison conditions, including solitary confinement and psychological torture. They fear they may never see him again.
Khan's Sons: 'We Might Never See Our Father Again'
Exclusive: Imran Khan's sons tell Sky News the former Pakistan PM faces 'psychological torture' in solitary confinement. They fear for his life as conditions deteriorate.
Probation officer admits relationship with Belmarsh prisoner
A probation officer has pleaded guilty to misconduct for an inappropriate relationship with an inmate at HMP Belmarsh. She will be sentenced in February. Read the full details.
Political Candidates Satirised in Rebecca Hendin's Cartoon
Cartoonist Rebecca Hendin skewers political candidates in a sharp new illustration. Explore the satire and its commentary on modern electioneering.
Cartoon Satirises PM's Gifts, Sparking Public Debate
A satirical cartoon from The Guardian questions what to gift a prime minister 'who has everything', highlighting political opulence and public sentiment. Explore the commentary and reaction.
Rafah Crossing to Open for Gaza Residents to Enter Egypt
Israel announces the Rafah border crossing will open imminently, allowing Gazans to cross into Egypt under a EU-supervised mechanism. Read the latest updates.
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe tells her prison story on BBC Two
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe recounts her six-year detention in Iran in a powerful BBC Two documentary, 'Prisoner 951: The Hostages' Story'. Discover her shocking experience and the wider political context.
12 more prisoners released in error, two at large
Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals 12 further mistaken prisoner releases in England and Wales since November, with two still at large. He insists the trend is downwards.
Two mistakenly freed prisoners remain at large
Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals 12 more prisoners were mistakenly released in a month, with two still at large. Get the latest on this ongoing prison system failure.
12 more prisoners mistakenly freed, two at large
Justice Secretary David Lammy admits 12 further erroneous prisoner releases since November, with two still at large. Get the latest on this ongoing prison system fiasco.
Two violent prisoners mistakenly released still on run
Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals two prisoners mistakenly freed remain at large, as 91 erroneous releases occurred between April and October. Follow for latest UK justice news.
Prisoner posts TikTok of smuggled Chicken Cottage takeaway
A prisoner at HMP Wandsworth posted a video of a smuggled Chicken Cottage meal on TikTok, triggering a new investigation into security failures at the scandal-hit jail. Read the latest.
Prisoner 951: BBC's Intense Drama Streaming Now
All four episodes of BBC's powerful drama Prisoner 951, based on Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's harrowing imprisonment in Iran, are now streaming on iPlayer. Critics hail it as a must-see.
Australia's Best Political Cartoons 2025 Released
Explore the sharpest political satire from Australia's top cartoonists in 2025. A visual chronicle of global uncertainty, from US politics to Gaza. The collection is out now.
Guardian corrections: Ancona education & film dates fixed
The Guardian newspaper has published corrections regarding Ronni Ancona's education, Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's role in Prisoner 951, and Chris Foggin's film release date. Read the full corrections details.
Barnaby Joyce's Political Circus Continues
Barnaby Joyce claims to dislike the political circus while simultaneously creating one. Analysis reveals his contradictory behaviour continues to dominate Australian politics.
Egypt Black Friday: Nile Cruise & Red Sea Holiday Under £430
A huge Black Friday price drop offers a 10 or 14-night Nile cruise and all-inclusive Red Sea holiday from £429. Includes flights, transfers, and winter sun.
Ardern Documentary Shows Human Side of Politics
New documentary reveals Jacinda Ardern's personal struggles as PM, exploring the balance between political leadership and human fallibility. Watch the compelling insights.
Trump targets Muslim Brotherhood with terror designation
US President Donald Trump has initiated the process to designate certain chapters of the Muslim Brotherhood as foreign terrorist organisations. Discover the global implications of this significant move.
Prisoner 951: Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe Drama Review
BBC drama Prisoner 951 exposes Britain's handling of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's six-year Iranian ordeal. Watch now on iPlayer for this powerful true story.
Ministers breach human rights over prisoner segregation
High Court finds UK ministers breached human rights law by segregating a prisoner with known mental health issues for over four months. Read the full ruling details.
British-Egyptian activist stopped from flying to UK
British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah prevented from boarding UK flight despite valid visa. Family raises alarm about his deteriorating health and safety in Egypt.
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