Iran Hostage Crisis: Why 10 Black Americans Were Freed Early
In 1979, Iran released 10 Black American hostages early. Sgt James Hughes, one of them, reflects on captivity, race, and US-Iran tensions then and now.
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Starmer Vows to Stay as PM Amid Leadership Crisis
Keir Starmer tells cabinet he will not resign unless a formal challenge is triggered, as two ministers quit and over 80 MPs call for his departure.
Israel OKs Special Tribunal with Death Penalty for Oct 7 Attackers
Israeli lawmakers approved a special tribunal with death penalty powers for Palestinians convicted in the Oct 7 Hamas attack, sparking rights concerns.
Barrister Wins Appeal Over Contempt Charge in Palestine Action Trial
Rajiv Menon KC, a human rights barrister, successfully appealed a contempt of court referral for his closing speech in the trial of Palestine Action activists, an unprecedented case.
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UK Borrowing Costs Soar to 28-Year High on Labour Leadership Fears
UK 30-year bond yields surged to 5.794%, the highest since 1998, as investors worry about potential changes to Labour's fiscal policy under new leadership. Yields later eased after Starmer ruled out resigning.
Andy Burnham Can Save Labour and Defeat Reform
Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham is 'electoral gold dust' who can reunite Labour's fractured base and defeat Reform, argues Compass director Neal Lawson.
2026 Federal Budget: Chalmers' Ambitious Plan Unveiled
Treasurer Jim Chalmers presents the 2026 federal budget, calling it the most important and ambitious in decades, with major NDIS cuts and housing initiatives.
Tony Worthington, Labour MP and Asbestos Campaigner, Dies at 84
Tony Worthington, Labour MP for Clydebank and Milngavie and Northern Ireland minister during the Good Friday agreement, has died aged 84. He was a leading campaigner for asbestos victims and international development.
Dems Demand Transparency on ICE Deportation Flights
40 House Democrats express grave concerns over secretive ICE deportation flights, citing mistreatment and inhumane conditions, following a Guardian investigation.
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How SCOTUS Dismantled American Democracy Since 2010
Since Citizens United in 2010, the conservative-dominated Supreme Court has systematically weakened voting rights and campaign finance laws, culminating in the gutting of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act in 2026.
Trump's Test Strip Cut Will Kill People, Experts Warn
The Trump administration's decision to cut federal funding for fentanyl test strips is condemned by experts as a fatal blow to harm reduction, potentially increasing overdose deaths.
Trump EPA Plan Limits Authority to Protect Public Health from EtO
A Trump administration plan to rescind 2024 EPA regulations on ethylene oxide, now found to be 60 times more carcinogenic, limits the agency's ability to protect public health and could increase toxic emissions.
Trump in China with Tech CEOs, Eyes AI Policy
Trump visits China with Tim Cook, Elon Musk and other tech CEOs. Meanwhile, his administration adopts China-style AI oversight, and AI-powered hacking threats escalate rapidly.
Labour Leadership Chaos: Runners and Riders to Replace Starmer
A satirical look at the Labour leadership contest to replace Keir Starmer in 2026, featuring candidates like Andy Burnham, Ed Miliband, Angela Rayner, and Wes Streeting amid party chaos.
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Three Ministers Resign, Call for Starmer to Quit
Jess Phillips, Miatta Fahnbulleh, and Alex Davies-Jones resign from Keir Starmer's government, citing stalled progress and election losses, as pressure mounts for the PM to leave.
RTÉ Airs Father Ted Eurovision Episode in Israel Protest
Ireland's RTÉ will broadcast the 1996 Father Ted Eurovision satire instead of the final, boycotting Israel's inclusion. Creator Graham Linehan condemns the move as antisemitic.
Activists Face Terror Sentencing After Conviction
Four Palestine Action activists convicted of criminal damage at an Elbit factory could be sentenced as terrorists, a ruling kept from the jury.
After 40 Years Hunting His Daughter's Killer, a Phone Call Changed Everything
Tim Miller, founder of EquuSearch, spent decades seeking justice for his daughter Laura. A tip from a stranger led to a possible serial killer and arrest in the Texas 'killing fields.'
Epstein Survivors to Testify at Shadow Hearing in Palm Beach
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein will return to Palm Beach for a shadow congressional hearing, seeking accountability for the sex trafficking ring and the controversial 2008 plea deal.
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Trump Nominates Kari Lake for Jamaica Ambassador
President Donald Trump has nominated Kari Lake, a former TV anchor and failed Arizona gubernatorial candidate, to be the next US ambassador to Jamaica, ending her controversial tenure at Voice of America.
Rhun ap Iorwerth Becomes First Minister of Wales
Rhun ap Iorwerth has been confirmed as Wales's first minister after Plaid Cymru won the most seats in the Senedd election, ending 100 years of Labour dominance.
Burnham Allies Warn Against Streeting Coronation If Starmer Quits
Allies of Andy Burnham warn Labour against a quick 'coronation' of Wes Streeting, demanding assurances that Burnham can run for a byelection. MP Marie Rimmer refuses to stand aside.
Over 100 Labour MPs Back Starmer Amid Leadership Challenge
More than 100 Labour MPs have signed a letter opposing a leadership contest, as Keir Starmer faces calls to resign after poor election results.
Australia's 2026 Budget: $20M for Leichhardt Oval
Australia's federal budget allocates $20m to restore Sydney's Leichhardt Oval, along with funds for cervical cancer drugs, tariff abolition, and drone regulations.
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Australia Allocates $300M for Jewish Security After Bondi Attack
Australia's federal budget earmarks $604 million in response to the Bondi terror attack, with $300 million for Jewish community security and support.
Australia 2026 Budget: Tax, Housing, Health, Defence Changes
Australia's 2026 federal budget introduces major reforms: CGT discount replaced, negative gearing limited, tax cuts for workers, defence boost, NDIS changes, and more.
Pity the Poor Billionaires: Tax Hikes Feel So Hurtful
Billionaires' wealth jumped 81% since 2020, but they decry 'tax the rich' as hate speech. A satirical look at their plight and media ownership.
Democrats Call for Resignation of GOP Rep Over Racist Remark
Democrats urge Rep. Jen Kiggans to resign after she agreed with a radio host's racist 'cotton-picking' remark about Hakeem Jeffries. Kiggans says she didn't condone the language.
BBC Staff Fear Meager Pay Rise as Executives Forgo Increase
BBC employees worry about a small pay rise after executives freeze their own salaries amid £600m cost-cutting and up to 2,000 job cuts.
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GOP Rep Kiggans Backlash Over Racist Comment
Rep. Jen Kiggans faces backlash after agreeing with a radio host's racist 'cotton-picking' comment about Hakeem Jeffries. Democrats call for resignation.
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