Liberal Split on Labor's Hate Speech and Gun Laws
Senior Liberals urge colleagues to reject Labor's fast-tracked legislation on hate speech and gun control, creating a major rift within the Coalition. Read the latest political fallout.
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Australia Considers Expanding Hate Speech Protections
The Australian government is considering stronger legal protections against hate speech for LGBTQ+ people, religious groups, and people with disabilities following the Bondi attack. Read the latest.
Australia's history of banning political groups raises concerns
As Australia's Labor government proposes new hate speech laws, a look back at the nation's troubled history of outlawing political groups suggests such moves are rarely wise or necessary. Learn the lessons from the past.
Fan's suicide linked to illegal 'Not on GamStop' gambling sites
A coroner heard how Ollie Long, 36, took his own life after using unlicensed offshore betting operators. The case highlights the dangers of sites targeting vulnerable people excluded from UK-licensed platforms.
Ukip's new logo likened to Nazi iron cross
The Electoral Commission is assessing a new Ukip emblem criticised for echoing Nazi-style imagery. Anti-racism campaigners warn of far-right normalisation. Read the full story.
Australia's New Hate Group Laws Bring 15-Year Jail Terms
Australia's PM Albanese introduces new laws to list hate groups with lower thresholds, granting Asio chief powers to recommend bans. Neo-Nazi group disbands ahead of bill.
Hate speech law loophole and Queensland flood fears
Australia's PM to detail hate speech crackdown amid a potential legal loophole. Plus, Queensland flood isolation fears and calls to reassess the US alliance. Read the latest.
Albanese's Hate Speech Laws Ignite Political Row
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces fierce opposition over proposed hate speech laws, as Coalition accuses Labor of stifling free debate. Read the latest political clash.
Mississippi synagogue targeted for 'Jewish ties' in arson
A man has been charged after a suspected arson attack on a historic Mississippi synagogue. The FBI says he admitted targeting it due to its 'Jewish ties'. Read more on this hate crime.
Religious Text Defence in Australia's New Hate Speech Bill
Draft legislation reveals a defence for quoting religious texts in Australia's proposed hate speech crackdown, part of a sweeping post-Bondi bill. Read the full details.
Ban on 'Globalise the Intifada' May Harm Muslim Australians
A NSW inquiry hears a proposed ban on the phrase 'Globalise the Intifada' could disproportionately impact Muslim Australians. Read the full testimony and implications.
Guardian appeal raises £950k to fight racism and division
The Guardian's Hope charity appeal has raised over £950,000 to support grassroots organisations tackling racism, extremism and social division across the UK. Donate before the Wednesday deadline.
PM recalls parliament for Bondi motion and hate speech laws
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has recalled parliament early to hold a condolence motion for the Bondi attack victims and push for urgent hate speech and gun reform legislation.
PM Recalls Parliament for Urgent Hate Speech, Gun Laws
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese recalls parliament to fast-track new hate speech laws and a national gun buyback scheme following the Bondi terror attack. The legislation aims to be the toughest of its kind in Australia.
NSW Councils Get New Powers to Close Unlawful Places of Worship
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns announces sweeping reforms granting councils stronger powers to shut down unlawful places of worship and combat hate speech. Read the full details.
Three arrested over alleged racist attack on imam
A Muslim religious leader was punched after being forced off a Melbourne freeway. Police condemn the alleged racially motivated attack. Read the full story.
Gaza garden planted during bombardment is act of hope
In the midst of Israeli airstrikes, a family in Gaza planted a garden as a profound act of rebellion and hope. Read this rare story of resilience and human spirit.
Guardian's 2025 charity appeal raises £900k for hope
The Guardian's 2025 charity appeal has raised £900,000 for five grassroots charities combating hate and division. Donations are still open to support vital community work across the UK.
Cross-party MPs unite to fight far-right hate with charity
Labour MP Gurinder Singh Josan and former Tory MP Kris Hopkins are trustees of Hope Unlimited, a charity funding grassroots projects to combat racism and division in UK communities. Read their story.
Margate far-right demo fuels 'go home' chant debate
A far-right demonstration in Margate, Kent, has ignited a crucial conversation about identity, belonging, and the rise in hate crime in the UK. Readers share their complex DNA stories.
Guardian Hope Appeal raises £850k to fight extremism
The Guardian's 2025 Hope appeal has raised over £850,000, nearing its £1m target to support five charities tackling racism, division, and extremism in UK communities. Donate now.
Protester detained over 'intifada' jacket in Sydney
A 53-year-old woman was arrested at a Sydney protest for wearing a 'globalise the intifada' jacket. Released without charge, she claims police overreach as NSW considers new hate speech laws. Read the full story.
Guardian Hope appeal raises over £800,000 for UK charities
The Guardian's 2025 Hope appeal has raised more than £800,000 for five grassroots charities tackling racism and division in the UK. Donate now to support community cohesion.
Maduro: 'I am innocent' in New York court hearing
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has pleaded not guilty to US narco-terrorism charges in a New York courtroom. Read the latest on the landmark legal battle.
Parliament recalled early for hate speech and gun law crackdown
Australia's federal parliament is being recalled early to debate new laws targeting 'hate preachers' and funding a national gun buyback. The move follows the Bondi beach attack, but the government rejects calls for an antisemitism royal commission.
Ballymena's Roma exodus after riots leaves town divided
Six months after violent riots targeted immigrants, Ballymena remains gripped by fear. Official silence and community patrols overshadow a fragile peace. Explore the aftermath.
Guardian readers raise £750k for community unity charities
The Guardian's 2025 Hope appeal has raised over £750,000 for five charities tackling division and hate. Readers support grassroots work fostering tolerance across the UK.
Rushed NSW inquiry into banning 'intifada' phrase criticised
A NSW parliamentary inquiry into banning hate slogans like 'globalise the intifada' faces criticism for its short deadline and lack of public hearings. Read the latest on the proposed legislative changes.
Hate crimes surge on UK transport, victim shares story
A journalist recounts being racially abused on a London bus as new figures show a rise in hate crimes on British transport. Discover the impact and where to get support.
Islamophobia Spikes 740% After Bondi Attack
Australia's Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia reports a 740% surge in anti-Muslim incidents following the Bondi terror attack, urging national solidarity and understanding.
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