Macron's Francophone Move Sparks Africa Summit Debate
French President Macron's proposal to reframe francophone relations sparks mixed reactions at the Africa Summit, with critics citing neocolonial undertones.
French President Macron's proposal to reframe francophone relations sparks mixed reactions at the Africa Summit, with critics citing neocolonial undertones.
Guardian columnist Aditya Chakrabortty examines Keir Starmer's challenges after Labour's worst election results and whether he may be the last PM of the two-party system.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers delivers Budget 2026, addressing economic anxieties and the rise of One Nation, with measures to ease cost-of-living pressures and boost growth.
EU imposes sanctions on 16 officials for abducting 20,500 Ukrainian children. Kyiv comes under drone attack after ceasefire expires. Russia accused of not wanting to end war.
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RecommendedThe Liberal Party's adoption of one nation language script reveals a strategic shift that may accelerate its decline, alienating core supporters.
Australian prosecutors have dropped manslaughter charges against Isla Bell and Marat Ganiev due to insufficient evidence, closing a high-profile case.
Eurovision 2026 faces boycotts over Israel's inclusion, with Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, Slovenia, Iceland absent. Protests, financial concerns, and viewing figures expected to drop.
European leaders are increasingly confronting Trump on Iran, Ukraine, and sovereignty, driven by reduced US leverage and Europe's growing military and economic independence.
Explore the reasons behind the growing unpopularity of UK Labour leader Keir Starmer, from policy shifts to leadership controversies.
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RecommendedUkraine's anti-corruption agencies named Andriy Yermak, Zelenskyy's former chief of staff, as a suspect in laundering $10.5m through a housing project, escalating pressure on the president's office.
A 17-year-old from Canberra has been charged with planning a terrorist attack, with police alleging the teen was inspired by extremist ideology and was in the advanced stages of plotting.
Keir Starmer brings back Gordon Brown and Harriet Harman to shore up his leadership after disastrous local elections, but critics say it's too little, too late.
Allegations of EU labour law violations, including seven-day weeks and debt bondage, surface at BYD's first European EV factory in Szeged, Hungary.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting's soft-right stance puts him at a disadvantage among Labour members, with only 11% support in a recent survey, despite reduced membership under Starmer.
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RecommendedSenator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price became emotional while delivering a condolence motion for Kumanjayi Little Baby, a 9-year-old Indigenous girl who died in the Northern Territory.
Labour leader Keir Starmer is set to outline his vision for the UK, focusing on economic growth, public services, and national security in a key speech.
Nigel Farage's Reform party achieves historic election results, reshaping UK politics. Analysis of the shift and its implications for the future.
Keir Starmer's plan to nationalise British Steel marks the latest chapter in Scunthorpe's troubled history, from 1859 iron ore discovery to current government control.
Queensland ministers Tim Mander and Amanda Camm faced parliamentary criticism over their affair, with a fellow MP saying parliament is 'not Love Island'.
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RecommendedNorthern Territory politicians face backlash for comments about the death of Aboriginal baby Kumanjayi Little, with critics accusing them of insensitivity and racism.
Julian Ingram, a fugitive wanted for domestic violence, was found dead in Lake Cargelligo after a police manhunt. The case raises questions about police handling of DV suspects.
Sterling drops half a cent as PM Starmer faces cabinet pressure to step down. UK bond yields surge on fears of fiscal rule changes under new Labour leadership.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers presents the 2026 federal budget, focusing on cost-of-living relief, infrastructure, and deficit reduction amid global economic challenges.
Darren Jones, chief secretary to the PM, suggests Keir Starmer is considering a resignation timetable, breaking from previous cabinet support.
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RecommendedThree men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man in his 20s was left with severe head injuries at Charing Cross Underground station. Police appeal for witnesses.
Croydon Council has no central system for tracking long-term vacant buildings and stalled development sites, raising concerns about regeneration efforts and community impact.
Geopolitical tensions rise as Trump calls Iran ceasefire 'unbelievably weak.' Brent crude climbs, FTSE 100 futures point lower. Analysts warn of a 'calm before the storm.'
Local elections in England, Wales, and Scotland show fragmentation of British politics. Starmer faces pressure to resign as Reform and Greens gain ground.
Labour's leadership crisis deepens as Starmer faces criticism. But replacing him may not solve the UK's growth problem or avert a leftward lurch.
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RecommendedLabour loses ground in London local elections as Greens, Reform, Lib Dems, and Conservatives gain. Fragmented councils and uncertain future for the capital.