Putin: 'We will take Donbas by force' as Trump plan falters
Vladimir Putin threatens military action if Ukraine doesn't withdraw from Donbas, casting doubt on Trump's peace efforts. Read the latest on the stalled negotiations.
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Mayoral Elections Delayed Amid 'Cancelling Democracy' Accusations
Ministers postpone new mayoral votes in four English regions until 2028, triggering fierce accusations of 'dictatorial' behaviour from opposition parties. Read the full story.
Putin-Modi Summit Amid Global Geopolitical Shifts
Vladimir Putin's visit to India for talks with Narendra Modi signals a crucial realignment. We analyse the high-stakes summit, its impact on US relations, and the shadow of China.
Labour postpones 4 mayoral elections to 2028
Keir Starmer's government postpones four mayoral elections by two years, triggering accusations of a 'scandalous attempt to subvert democracy' from opposition parties. Read the full story.
Podcast Reveals UK Defence Vulnerabilities to Russia
Sky News' 'The Wargame' podcast uncovers UK defence gaps via interviews with ex-ministers. A live London event in Jan 2026 will decode the findings. Listen now.
Podcast Exposes UK Defence Gaps to Russian Threat
Sky News' 'The Wargame' podcast reveals candid insights from ex-defence secretaries on UK vulnerabilities. Join the live 'Decoded' event in London on 29 January 2026.
Putin: Russia 'ready now' for war with Europe
Vladimir Putin states Russia is prepared for immediate conflict with Europe, rejecting a 28-point peace plan. Experts warn Moldova and Baltic states could be next targets. Read the full analysis.
How John Roberts' Supreme Court Weakened Democracy
An analysis of Chief Justice John Roberts' two-decade tenure, examining key rulings on gerrymandering, campaign finance, and presidential immunity that critics argue have eroded democratic pillars. Will he stand up to Trump?
Starmer: China Poses Real Security Threat to UK
Prime Minister Keir Starmer warns China presents 'real national security threats' and criticises using Brexit as a foreign policy template. Read his full Guildhall speech analysis.
Brazil's Quilombolas Fight Landfill Threat Near COP30
Descendants of enslaved people in the Amazon demand land rights as a proposed landfill threatens their forest home. Their voices were sidelined at the recent UN climate summit.
Hate Speech Forces Women Out of Swedish Public Life
A new report reveals rising hate and threats are silencing female politicians in Sweden, posing a severe threat to democracy. Read the full investigation.
Election deniers hold key federal roles in Trump administration
Key figures who tried to overturn the 2020 US election now occupy powerful federal positions, raising concerns about election integrity and democratic processes for 2026.
Margaret Atwood on democracy, dystopia and her new memoir
At 86, Margaret Atwood shares her wisdom on democracy's fragility, feminist struggles and climate crisis in her new memoir Book of Lives. Read her powerful insights.
People Power: The Last Defence Against Populism
Experts argue democratic safeguards alone cannot protect Britain from extremism without active citizen engagement. Discover why wholesale political reform is needed to restore trust.
France Announces Voluntary Conscription Plan
France confirms a new voluntary military service model in response to the Russia war threat, as Putin denies plans to attack Europe. Get the full story.
Macron Unveils New Military Service for French Youth
French President Emmanuel Macron announces a new 10-month volunteer military service for 18-19 year olds, citing the Russian threat. A €6.5bn defence boost also revealed.
France introduces voluntary military service for youth
President Macron announces 10-month voluntary military service for 18-19 year olds, aiming to strengthen France's defence capabilities against growing European security threats.
France introduces voluntary military conscription
France announces voluntary military service to expand its armed forces as European nations prepare for potential conflict with Russia by 2030. Learn about the new defence strategy.
Peers suspended in lobbying scandal, Lords reform urged
Two members of the House of Lords suspended for breaking lobbying rules. This scandal reignites the debate on the urgent need for reform of the unelected chamber to restore trust in British democracy.
France Revives Military Service Amid European Defence Push
Emmanuel Macron to announce voluntary military service revival as Europe rushes to strengthen armies against Russian threat and uncertain US support. Discover Europe's defence shift.
General: UK unprepared for long war with Russia
A senior UK general warns the country is critically unprepared for a protracted conflict, rating military readiness as low as 1/10. He states it could take a decade to be properly equipped.
Defeating climate Goliaths requires an army of Davids
As COP30 fails to deliver meaningful climate action, experts argue citizens must mobilise against stateless corporations and algorithms driving planetary destruction. Discover how democratic innovation offers hope.
Populist-Proof Your Democracy: 7 Key Defences
Timothy Garton Ash reveals essential democratic safeguards against populist threats, from public broadcasting to electoral reform. Learn how to protect your freedoms before it's too late.
Why Nuclear Deterrence is Obsolete Today
A columnist marks her late mother's birthday at a nuclear disarmament meeting, exploring how the anti-nuclear argument has evolved since the 1980s. Discover the new threats to democracy.
European Leaders Accused of Fuelling Far-Right Rise
Political elites including Macron and Merz are undermining democracy by normalising racism and xenophobia while warning of external threats. Analysis reveals how centrist policies amplify extremism.
Corrie shock: Becky targets child in ITVX death twist
In explosive Coronation Street spoilers, Becky Swain threatens DI Costello's daughter after receiving a sinister 'Rest in Peace' wreath. Available now on ITVX.
Trumpism mirrors evangelical perversion of Christianity
The transformation of Jesus's message from radical love to hate mirrors Trump's wrecking-ball approach to American democracy. Discover the parallels and resistance.
AI Boosts Democracy: Global Success Stories Revealed
Discover how Brazil, Japan, Germany and California are using artificial intelligence to enhance democratic processes, reduce court backlogs and engage voters more effectively.
Trump condemned for 'execution' call against Democrats
Donald Trump faces widespread condemnation after calling for the execution of Democratic lawmakers on Truth Social. Read the full story and political fallout.
Thousands of goldfish invade Ottawa pond
Ottawa officials battle a 'mindblowing' influx of thousands of feral goldfish threatening local ecosystems. Discover how pet owners are causing this environmental scourge.
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