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English football ditches political match tributes

In a landmark decision, English football authorities have agreed to stop holding minute's silences and armband tributes for international political events and conflicts, refocusing matchdays on sporting matters.

Goldman Sachs London pay bill soars 26%

Goldman Sachs International's London staff costs surge to £2.8bn amid booming investment banking fees, while parent company reports stellar Q2 earnings.

Global Youth Uprising: Challenging Power Structures

A seismic generational shift is underway as young activists worldwide challenge traditional power structures through protests, social media, and political engagement. Discover how youth movements are reshaping global politics.

Mum uses airport PA to board eight planes amid chaos

A resourceful mother took control of a crowded airport's PA system when staff shortages caused boarding chaos, successfully organising passengers for multiple flights in a viral travel triumph.

Cuomo faces protest storm in New York comeback bid

Former New York governor Andrew Cuomo confronts mounting protests and political opposition during his Manhattan speaking engagement, with state assembly member Zohran Mamdani spearheading the demonstration against his controversial legacy.

NHS staff face '70s-style racism crisis

Health Secretary Wes Streeting reveals shocking accounts of racist abuse against NHS staff, comparing current hostility levels to the worst periods of the 1970s and 80s.

ANU buys Israeli arms shares despite ethical pledge

The Australian National University faces backlash after investing in Israeli weapons manufacturer Elbit Systems, directly contradicting its public commitment to divest from controversial arms companies.

6-Month Jail Threat for MP Home Protesters

New legislation could see activists facing up to six months in jail for demonstrating outside politicians' private residences, raising serious concerns about democratic rights.

Shein's Paris Store Sparks Fashion Fury and Protests

Fast-fashion giant Shein faces mounting opposition as it prepares to open its first permanent European store in Paris, drawing protests from politicians, activists and environmental groups concerned about sustainability and working practices.

Belgrade erupts in violent political clashes

Central Belgrade became a battleground as thousands of protesters demanding President Aleksandar Vučić's resignation clashed with government loyalists in scenes of unprecedented political violence.

Hero LNER staff critically injured in train stabbing

A courageous LNER railway worker sustained life-threatening injuries while protecting passengers during a violent stabbing incident aboard a Cambridgeshire train. Police have arrested a suspect as tributes pour in for the staff member's bravery.

Gen Z Leads Global Climate Protests Across Nations

A new wave of youth-led environmental activism is sweeping across developing nations, with Generation Z taking centre stage in unprecedented climate demonstrations from Kathmandu to Antananarivo.

Rio favela protests after deadliest police raid kill 47

Mass demonstrations sweep through Rio de Janeiro's Complexo da Maré following a police operation that left 47 dead, igniting fierce debates about public security and human rights in Brazil's most vulnerable communities.

Trump Opposition Movement Gains Momentum Across US

As Donald Trump campaigns for a return to the White House, a diverse coalition of activists, veterans, and ordinary Americans is mobilising in what organisers describe as a 'battle for the soul of the nation'.

Tanzania election dispute sparks violent protests

Tanzania faces political turmoil as opposition leader Tundu Lissu disputes presidential election results, sparking violent clashes and international concern over democratic processes.

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