MPs Launch Inquiry into Crown Estate and Royal Finances
A Commons committee launches a rare inquiry into the Crown Estate, challenging the long-standing gag on discussing royal finances. Discover the implications for parliamentary accountability.
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Crossbench fury over Labour's 'undemocratic' FOI changes
Opposition and crossbench MPs slam the government's proposed Freedom of Information reforms, including new fees and extended response times, warning of a threat to democratic accountability.
FEMA Workers Placed Back on Leave After Whistleblower Petition
Fourteen FEMA employees who warned of disaster response risks have been placed back on administrative leave hours after returning to work, in a move labelled 'appalling' by their lawyer.
Hillsborough families 'very, very angry' as police escape punishment
Relatives of the 97 victims express profound anger after CPS decides not to charge two ex-officers. Read the full story on the latest development in the long fight for justice.
Climate Justice Win at ICJ Sparks New Legal Era
Human rights lawyer Julian Aguon secures landmark ICJ ruling on climate obligations after Pacific campaign. Discover how Indigenous rights are shaping global climate accountability.
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.
Nobel Winner: US Deal Must Punish Russia War Crimes
Ukrainian Nobel Peace Prize laureate demands any US peace agreement must hold Russia accountable for war crimes. Read the exclusive demands.
Police Use Victims' Law to Hide Identities in Shootings
US police officers are invoking Marsy's Law to shield their identities after fatal incidents, sparking outrage from civil rights groups and families. Discover how this legal provision is being used.
Covid Inquiry: 23,000 Lives Could Have Been Saved
The UK Covid-19 Inquiry reveals 'too little, too late' government response cost thousands of lives. Readers demand accountability and discuss political futures. Share your views.
Republicans Face Electoral Reckoning Over Trump Loyalty
Analysis reveals how Trump's history of setting up fall guys leaves GOP vulnerable in 2026 midterms. Republicans face voter backlash despite president's absence from ballot.
Copenhagen's Green Shift Warns Labour on Immigration
Copenhagen elects Green Left mayor as Danish model fails. Labour's immigration strategy faces crisis as progressive voters abandon centrist parties. Learn why chasing far-right voters backfires.
Eric Swalwell announces run for California governor
Democratic US Representative Eric Swalwell launches California governor campaign, leveraging his anti-Trump reputation in crowded field. Read the latest political developments.
Covid Bereaved Demand Johnson Loses Ex-PM Benefits
Families bereaved by Covid demand Boris Johnson lose ex-PM privileges after damning inquiry finds his delays cost thousands of lives. Read the full story.
Trump accuses Democrats of 'seditious behaviour punishable by death'
Donald Trump faces condemnation after claiming Democratic lawmakers committed 'seditious behaviour punishable by death' in military video. Plus, Superman comic sells for record $9.12m.
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.
Trump: Democrats' 'Seditious Behaviour' Punishable by Death
Donald Trump accuses six Democratic lawmakers of sedition, claiming their actions are 'punishable by death'. Explore the escalating political conflict and its implications.
Trump's 'Death Threat' Posts Against Democrats Cause Outrage
Donald Trump calls for Democratic lawmakers to be arrested for 'seditious behaviour, punishable by death', sparking condemnation and security concerns. Read the latest US politics news.
White House: Trump Didn't Mean Death for Democrats
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt asserts Trump's social media posts about Democratic lawmakers weren't literal death threats. Read the full clarification.
Lords block assisted dying bill in democratic outrage
Unelected peers are filibustering the assisted dying bill with 1,047 amendments, blocking the will of Commons and public opinion. This democratic crisis demands immediate government action.
Spain marks 50 years since Franco's death
On the 50th anniversary of Francisco Franco's death, Spain reflects on his dictatorship as PM Sánchez urges defence of democracy against rising authoritarian nostalgia.
Bolsonaro faces imminent prison sentence in Brazil
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro faces imminent incarceration after receiving a 27-year sentence for attempting to annihilate democratic institutions. Discover the dramatic downfall.
Tom Steyer announces run for California governor
Billionaire environmental activist Tom Steyer joins crowded Democratic field to replace Gavin Newsom, pledging to tackle California's affordability crisis. Read his full platform.
Spain's Franco Legacy Haunts New Generation
50 years after Franco's death, Spain confronts dangerous nostalgia as younger generations lack knowledge of dictatorship horrors. Can democratic memory education counter far-right appeal?
B'Tselem: Gaza Genocide Demands International Accountability
Israeli human rights organisation B'Tselem demands accountability for Gaza genocide, warning violence will return without systemic change. Read their urgent call to action.
Trump turns US military into political loyalty test
Analysis reveals how Trump is purging military leadership and creating a partisan armed forces. Learn how this threatens American democracy and military norms.
Trump's Repression Escalates: Threat to US Democracy
As Trump's administration deploys federal forces against civilians, experts warn of democratic backsliding. Learn how communities are resisting through strategic nonviolence and what comes next.
Poll: Widespread Dissatisfaction with Democracy
A major Ipsos survey reveals deep public concern about democracy's future across Western nations, with fake news and corruption seen as major threats. Discover the findings and what citizens want changed.
Democratic Disunity vs Republican Discipline in US Politics
Analysis reveals why Democrats struggle with unity during government shutdowns while Republicans maintain discipline. Learn how voter pressure could change this dynamic.
Police and Crime Commissioners to be abolished
Labour government scraps PCC roles, transferring powers to mayors in policing shakeup that promises £100m savings by 2029. Read the full details.
Mamdani's Democratic Socialist Win Shakes US Politics
How Zohran Mamdani's grassroots campaign won the New York mayoral election, plus analysis of Cop30's climate summit and the week's essential reads from the Guardian Weekly.
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