Alessandro Casolari: ultra, hostage negotiator, cocaine smuggler
Tobias Jones meets Alessandro Casolari, a former ultra boss who became a hostage negotiator, cocaine smuggler, and self-proclaimed Marxist-Leninist revolutionary.
Category : Politics
Irankunda's goals inspire, but don't burden him with multiculturalism
Nestory Irankunda's two world-class goals lead Australia to victory over Turkey, sparking joy and reflection on multiculturalism, but also caution against placing too much weight on one player.
JD Vance: US-Iran Deal Details Still to Be Worked Out
Vice President JD Vance acknowledged that specifics of the US-Iran agreement are still to be negotiated, as Senate Republicans express scepticism and demand more information.
Starmer's Defence vs Welfare: A False Choice for Britain
Keir Starmer's push for defence spending cuts welfare, but true safety requires both military protection and investment in health, housing, and social care.
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UK division worse than Brexit era, says Jo Cox's sister
Kim Leadbeater, sister of murdered MP Jo Cox, says political hatred in the UK is probably worse now than during the Brexit referendum, urging responsibility to ease tensions.
Ex-minister Carns slams 'unbelievable' MoD waste
Al Carns, former armed forces minister, reveals shocking inefficiency and waste at the MoD, calling for scrapping legacy programmes and overhauling procurement.
Iran Coach Slams Fifa and US Over World Cup Treatment
Iran's coach and players criticize Fifa and US authorities after being forced to leave Los Angeles immediately following their World Cup draw, calling their team the 'most oppressed' in the tournament.
Starmer's Defence Spending Row Exposes Leadership Dilemma
The resignation of defence minister John Healey highlights a gap between rhetoric and reality in UK defence spending, raising questions about Britain's global role and military modernization.
NSW Police Criticized for Fatal Domestic Violence Response
An independent watchdog found NSW police failed to meet minimum standards when responding to a triple zero call about a woman being bashed, leading to the death of Lindy Lucena in Ballina.
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NYC's Pied-à-Terre Tax: A Lesson for UK Housing Policy
New York's pied-à-terre tax on luxury second homes raises $500m annually. UK has similar policies but Starmer stays silent. Why not champion wealth taxes?
RBA Holds Rate at 4.35%, Warns of Possible Further Hikes
The Reserve Bank of Australia left rates unchanged at 4.35% but signaled readiness to hike again amid persistent inflation, despite a slowing economy.
US-Iran Deal: Temporary Truce, Deep Problems Remain
Analysts doubt the US-Iran interim deal will resolve root causes of tensions, with risks of future conflict, regional instability, and unresolved issues like Iran's nuclear program and Axis of Resistance.
RBA Holds Interest Rate at 4.35% as Economy Slows
The Reserve Bank of Australia kept the official cash rate at 4.35%, offering little relief to mortgage holders amid economic slowdown and rising unemployment.
Two arrested in Dezi Freeman shooting probe
Two men arrested as police investigate Dezi Freeman's movements after the fatal shooting of two officers in Porepunkah, Victoria, last year.
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The Uses of Utopia Review: Can Ideal Societies Exist?
Joad Raymond Wren's intellectual history explores utopias from Thomas More to Ursula K Le Guin, questioning if perfect societies are achievable or doomed to fail.
Two Arrested in Probe of Porepunkah Killer's Movements
Two men arrested as police investigate Dezi Freeman's movements after he killed two officers in August 2025, with evidence he travelled between Victoria and NSW.
UK ministers lobby Trump to avert social media ban backlash
UK ministers are lobbying the Trump administration to avoid retaliation over the under-16 social media ban, which restricts platforms like X and TikTok.
How Jo Cox's Murder Changed Britain: A Decade On
Kim Leadbeater reflects on the murder of her sister Jo Cox by a far-right extremist and the lessons still to be learned.
Roberts-Smith bail varied for War Memorial opening
Former SAS soldier Ben Roberts-Smith successfully varied his bail to attend the Australian War Memorial's Anzac Hall opening, but was denied attending a military parade afterparty due to concerns about interacting with another alleged war criminal.
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Trump's Iran Deal: A 60-Day Ceasefire, Not an End to War
Trump's deal with Iran reopens Hormuz but doesn't end the war, merely extending a ceasefire for 60 days while unresolved issues loom.
Trump's Name Removed from Kennedy Center: Iconoclasm
The removal of Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center is a symbolic act of iconoclasm, reflecting political revolt and diminishing prestige.
Jo Cox's Murder and the Unfulfilled Promise of 'Kinder Politics'
Ten years after Jo Cox's murder, intolerance has risen. Family, politicians, and academics examine the factors behind growing division and the failure of 'kinder, gentler politics'.
Kingsmill owner cleared to create UK's biggest bread brand
CMA clears £75m Hovis takeover by ABF, citing risk of Allied Bakeries exiting UK market entirely if deal blocked, protecting bread supply for low-income households.
Trump Looms Over DC Mayoral Primary, Socialist Leads
Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George leads in DC mayoral primary polls, with Trump's influence and home rule at stake. Candidates differ on handling Trump and immigration.
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Trump Urged to Denounce UFC Fighter's Michelle Obama Slur
Donald Trump is under pressure to condemn UFC fighter Josh Hokit's sexist, racist, and transphobic remark about Michelle Obama at a White House event. Critics denounce the slur, but Trump remains silent.
US Bombs Somalia: Who Are the Airstrikes Killing?
The US is escalating airstrikes in Somalia against al-Shabaab, but civilian casualties are rising and transparency is declining. This explainer examines the campaign's impact.
Trillionaires Threaten Democracy: How to Fight Back
Gabriel Zucman argues that extreme wealth is corrosive to democracy, citing historical thinkers and modern data. He proposes a minimum wealth tax to curb billionaire power.
US Drone Strike Kills 12 Civilians, Including 8 Children, in Somalia
A Guardian investigation reveals the deadliest US airstrike for civilians in Somalia under Trump, killing at least 12, including eight children, with no US admission of responsibility.
Bielsa defends bizarre World Cup portrait: 'I'm not a model'
Uruguay head coach Marcelo Bielsa refused to cooperate during a Fifa photoshoot, staring at the floor. He defended his actions, saying he is not a model and the picture was taken as it was.
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Father of Australian girl killed by police in Pakistan demands justice
Hania Ahmed, 9, was shot dead by Punjab police in Chakwal, Pakistan, during a robbery response. Her father demands accountability and reform of the police wing involved.
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