How a video saved Afghan women from a Taliban raid
Exiled activist Zarmina Paryani reveals how a desperate video thwarted a Taliban arrest in Kabul. Her story exposes the brutal crackdown on women's protests in Afghanistan.
Category : Politics
Behind Meloni's Atreju Festival: Italy's Poverty & Emigration Crisis
While PM Giorgia Meloni basked in glory at the far-right Atreju festival, Italy faces a stark reality: soaring poverty and record emigration. We analyse the contradictions of her rule.
Syria's Deadly Reckoning: A 2025 Podcast
Revisit a powerful 2025 Audio Long Read exploring Syria's brutal sectarian violence through the story of two friends. Listen to the podcast and support in-depth journalism.
Freemasons sue Met Police over membership policy
The Freemasons demand a High Court injunction against the Met's new rule requiring officers to declare membership, calling it religious discrimination. Read the full legal battle details.
Albanese rejects Bondi attack royal commission calls
PM Anthony Albanese defends a swift intelligence review over a federal royal commission into the Bondi terror attack, despite pleas from victims' families and Jewish leaders.
Armed police and army for Sydney NYE after Bondi
NSW Premier Chris Minns announces a major security overhaul for Sydney's New Year's Eve, including police with machine guns and potential army deployment, following the Bondi attack.
7 Character Types in Every UK Facebook Community Group
From the helpful local to the serial complainer, we explore the archetypal personalities that populate Britain's neighbourhood Facebook groups. Discover who's who in your digital community.
Bolsonaro's Hiccup Treatment After 27-Year Coup Plot Sentence
Jailed former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro undergoes a nerve block procedure for persistent hiccups. Read the latest on his health and 27-year prison sentence.
Trump and Zelenskyy near Ukraine peace deal in Florida
US President Donald Trump and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy report significant progress towards ending the war after talks at Mar-a-Lago. Key details remain, but a deal could be weeks away.
Trump: Ukraine peace deal 'closer than ever'
Donald Trump says a Ukraine peace agreement is nearly complete after meeting Volodymyr Zelenskyy, but warns 'tough' issues on territory remain. Read the latest on US politics.
Massive police presence for Sydney New Year's Eve
NSW Premier urges public defiance after Bondi terror attack as police deploy in unprecedented numbers with new firepower for Sydney's New Year's Eve celebrations.
Bondi victims' families demand federal royal commission
Families of 11 victims from the Bondi beach terror attack have written an open letter to PM Anthony Albanese, demanding a Commonwealth royal commission into antisemitism and security failures. Read their emotional plea.
Ukraine peace deal '90% agreed' after Trump-Zelenskyy talks
Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy say 'a lot of progress' made on a 20-point peace plan, but thorny issues like Donbas remain. Read the latest from the Florida summit.
FBI Deploys Resources to Dismantle Minnesota Fraud Schemes
The FBI has surged personnel to Minnesota to dismantle large-scale fraud, citing a $250m Covid aid case as the 'tip of the iceberg'. Director Kash Patel alleges links to the state's Somali population, sparking political tension. Read the full story.
Trump & Zelenskyy Hold Mar-a-Lago Talks on Ukraine Peace
Donald Trump hosts Ukraine's president for crucial talks, stating negotiations are in their final phase. Zelenskyy reveals 90% of a 20-point plan is complete. Read the latest developments.
Trump-Zelensky Talks Amid Russian Attacks on Ukraine
President Donald Trump meets Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky for peace talks as Russia intensifies strikes. Trump says Putin is 'very serious' about ending the war. Read the latest developments.
Ex-England Striker Andy Carroll Charged, Court Date Set
Former England and Liverpool striker Andy Carroll is due in court next week, charged with breaching a non-molestation order. The 36-year-old was arrested in April. Read the latest details.
Sanders Calls for AI Datacentre Moratorium Over Job Fears
US Senator Bernie Sanders calls AI 'the most consequential technology' and demands a slowdown, while Republican Katie Britt proposes criminal liability for harmful AI chatbots targeting minors.
Starmer urged to heed party critics to avoid defeat
Labour members warn Keir Starmer must seriously listen to internal opponents to unify the party and prevent a far-right victory. Read the urgent calls for change.
US anti-IS strikes in Nigeria and Syria 'consistent'
A senior US Republican defends recent military strikes in Nigeria and Syria as a continuation of the policy to combat Islamic State extremism, amid claims of a new Trump-era approach.
New Lunar Space Race Heats Up as US and China Vie for Dominance
A new geopolitical contest for the Moon's resources is underway, with US-led private ventures and a China-Russia bloc competing for strategic and economic supremacy. Explore the risks and implications.
Family tribute to man, 66, who died after pub assault
The family of David Darke pay tribute after he died from injuries sustained in an assault outside a Leicestershire village pub. A 36-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Man charged after Christmas target practice kills neighbour
Cody Wayne Adams faces a first-degree manslaughter charge after a bullet fired at a drink can in his garden fatally struck Sandra Phelps several blocks away. Read the full report on this tragic incident.
UK faces questions over support for activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah
Successive UK governments face criticism from Jewish groups for campaigning to release activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah, whose offensive social media posts have surfaced. Read the full story.
British drug mules escape Bali death penalty
Three Brits convicted of smuggling cocaine in Angel Delight packets avoid execution in Bali. They will be deported to the UK next month after a year in prison. Read the full story.
Bishop's refugee past fuels fight against US deportations
Bishop Michael Pham, a former Vietnamese boat refugee, now leads clergy and volunteers to accompany immigrants at ICE hearings in San Diego, offering spiritual support in the face of rising arrests.
Democrats' digital fightback to counter right-wing media
After 2024 election losses, Democrats are urgently building a rival online ecosystem with podcasts, influencers, and progressive media to counter the right's dominance. Can they catch up?
Second man charged with murder of 15-year-old Adam Henry
A second man, 22-year-old Abdel Derdour, has been charged with the murder of 15-year-old Adam Henry in Islington. The 'good-natured' boy was fatally stabbed near his former school. Read the latest on this tragic case.
Man, 66, dies after punch outside Leicestershire village pub
David Darke died six days after an assault outside the Crown Inn. A 36-year-old man has been re-arrested on suspicion of murder. Read the family's tribute.
Guardian removes article, citing editorial review process
The Guardian has taken down a published article following an internal review. This move highlights ongoing debates about media accountability and editorial standards in digital news.
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