Israel First to Recognise Somaliland as Sovereign State
In a landmark diplomatic move, Israel becomes the first country to recognise Somaliland's independence from Somalia. Explore the strategic implications and international reactions.
In a landmark diplomatic move, Israel becomes the first country to recognise Somaliland's independence from Somalia. Explore the strategic implications and international reactions.
The BBC faces orchestrated attacks after an editorial mistake. Experts warn of 'entrumpification' - a political trap weaponising accuracy. Read how the broadcaster can defend its independence.
Geoff and Terry, two English retirees living in Scotland, found common ground on Brexit and youth opportunities but divided on independence in a candid dinner conversation. Discover their surprising takeaways.
The long-held consensus on central bank independence is fraying as leaders like Trump and Macron exert influence. Explore the risks for inflation and market stability. Read the full analysis.
The UK government is considering major reforms to the BBC's charter and funding, aiming to depoliticise its board and secure its long-term future. Explore the potential changes and what they mean for the broadcaster.
Guardian readers challenge Scott Galloway's views on dating and bill-splitting, championing financial independence. Plus, reflections on Quaker solace and quirky UK place names.
Veteran journalist Kerry O'Brien warns that press freedom faces unprecedented threats worldwide, from Gaza to Trump's lawsuits. Australia's government criticised for failing to deliver promised media reforms.
Pro-independence leader Christian Tein accuses France of deliberately delaying his passport, preventing his return to New Caledonia after being cleared of most charges. Read the full story.
A damning House of Lords report warns the UK's rule of law is weakening due to political attacks on judges and severe court backlogs. Read the urgent call for action.
Former BBC director general Tony Hall leads demands to stop political appointments to BBC board amid Robbie Gibb impartiality concerns. Urges charter reform for broadcaster's independence.
Pakistan's parliament passes constitutional amendment granting army chief unprecedented powers and lifelong legal immunity while limiting supreme court independence. Critics call it democracy's funeral.
Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta President Raphael Bostic announces retirement as Trump administration challenges central bank independence. Read the full analysis.
The BBC faces unprecedented political pressure and funding threats. As a pillar of British democracy, it must be protected from those seeking to undermine its independence and truth-telling mission.
Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey demands the government remove Robbie Gibb from the BBC board to protect its independence from political attacks by Trump and Conservative allies.
The frontrunner to acquire The Telegraph faces regulatory scrutiny after reports emerge of potential violations in safeguarding editorial independence during takeover negotiations.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage launches explosive attack on Bank of England independence, claiming political interference in interest rate decisions. Experts weigh in on this controversial stance.
Eighty years after the landmark Pan-African Congress in Manchester, discover how this British city became the unlikely cradle of African independence movements that would reshape the continent's destiny.
Rupert Murdoch's media empire launches ambitious campaign promoting Australian manufacturing revival with major corporate sponsors, raising questions about media independence.