As the UN General Assembly convenes, the selection of a new secretary-general is fraught with challenges, including securing approval from Donald Trump, who has shown hostility toward the organization.
Jamaica's delegation files a petition in London asking King Charles to refer three slavery questions to the Privy Council, marking a Commonwealth first. The team also seeks repatriation of artefacts from the British Museum.
Narendra Modi promises fast-track courts to punish exam leak officials as youth-led 'cockroach' protests demand education minister's resignation.
Bali has lost over 6,500 hectares of rice fields in five years as tourism consumes 65% of fresh water, causing wells to run dry and seawater intrusion.
Donald Trump's income quadrupled to at least $2.2 billion in his first year as president, driven by cryptocurrency holdings. He denies conflicts of interest.
Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender launch Community Strong Australia, a new party aiming to offer 'reason over rage' and appeal to disaffected voters, including One Nation supporters.
A new policy paper, The Productive State, proposes bonds-for-shares and state competitors to take over failing utilities, reversing decades of privatisation in a 'Manchesterism' framework.
A social media ban for under-16s alone will have limited impact and may worsen issues. A holistic strategy with media literacy education and safe spaces is essential.
The US Supreme Court unanimously overturned the conviction of former Twitter employee Ahmad Abouammo for obstructing an FBI probe, ruling he was tried in the wrong state.
UK's chief magistrate will have sentencing remarks in terrorism and spy cases broadcast live to boost transparency and judicial diversity.
Hungary's opposition proposes limiting prime ministers to maximum eight-year terms, targeting Viktor Orban's long tenure. The constitutional amendment faces political hurdles.
Wes Streeting resigns as Health Secretary, urging Keir Starmer to step down. Over 90 MPs call for Starmer's resignation. Experts analyze possible leadership challenges and next steps.
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Alabama Republicans, allowing new congressional maps that critics say dilute Black voting power.
The government was right to abolish hereditary peers in the Lords, but should create new ones as official custodians of national memory to strengthen social cohesion and shared identity.
A new docuseries will air never-before-heard recordings of Princess Diana from 1991, discussing her marriage to King Charles, his love for Camilla, and her personal struggles.
New MP Hannah Spencer criticizes Parliament's drinking culture, but real change requires addressing the root causes: long hours, stress, and outdated working practices.
Readers suggest reforms for the House of Lords, including indirect elections, merit-based appointments, and removing bishops to reflect a secular UK.
The House of Lords faces ongoing constitutional challenges as hereditary peers are phased out, revealing deep-seated issues with unelected lawmakers and legislative obstruction in Britain's upper chamber.
The House of Lords has passed a bill to abolish hereditary peerages, offering life peerages to some affected members. The change marks a significant constitutional reform after decades of stagnation.
More than 3,200 legal professionals, including retired judges and senior barristers, have written to Prime Minister Keir Starmer urging him to reconsider plans to restrict jury trials. The government claims the reforms will reduce court backlogs, but crit
The push for an Australian republic gains momentum as advocates call for constitutional changes, sparking national discussions on sovereignty and identity.
Danish MP Theresa Scavenius plans to sue the state over a 2023 US defense agreement, claiming it's unconstitutional and could impact Greenland talks with Washington.
Julianne Schultz argues that despite overwhelming public support for a codified charter of rights in Australia, political inertia and legislative overreach continue to delay this crucial reform.
As polls show pro-independence parties leading in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, the UK faces an unprecedented constitutional challenge that questions its very existence.
The US Supreme Court will consider a challenge to Hawaii's strict gun laws, focusing on a ban on firearms on private property open to the public. The case could reshape gun rights nationwide.
Australia remains the sole liberal democracy without a constitutional or statutory bill of rights. As global human rights face assault, experts argue domestic fragility undermines values and international advocacy.
First Minister John Swinney says an SNP majority in May's Scottish election would be a mandate for a second independence vote. He predicts Keir Starmer won't be PM to block it.
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.
A stark new report predicts the UK could fragment within a decade due to rising English nationalism and political polarisation. Discover the key risks and potential outcomes.
Harvard and Yale law professors argue the US Supreme Court has lost its legitimacy under Trump and must be replaced to prevent oligarchic rule. Discover the case for radical reform.