US extradition for Gaza aid donor sparks repression fears
James 'Fergie' Chambers, a US heir who donated $1m to Gaza aid, faces extradition from Spain for alleged Hamas support, raising concerns about political persecution.
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Calls Mount to Remove ICE After Two Killings
ICE agents killed Joan Sebastián Durán Guerrero in Maine and Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Texas, neither of whom were targets. Advocacy groups demand removal of ICE from communities.
Albanese vows to protect creatives from AI copyright theft
Anthony Albanese establishes a new AI office and pledges to safeguard Australian artists from copyright infringement amid the AI boom, addressing datacentre regulation and future AI policy.
Utah man stabs Muslim worker, says he intends to kill Muslims
A 48-year-old suspect stabbed a Muslim kiosk worker 15 times at a Utah mall, telling police he targeted the victim because of his religion.
Utah bans Stephen King novella collection from schools
Utah has banned Stephen King's 'Different Seasons' from public schools after three districts deemed it contains 'objective sensitive material' under state law.
Tripling union membership shifts $1.2tn to workers annually
Tripling US union membership could raise median worker pay by 14.5%, shifting $1.2tn annually to workers and narrowing racial wage gaps, according to a new EPI report.
White House overturns DHS halt to ICE traffic stops
White House overturns DHS halt to ICE traffic stops after two unarmed men killed, despite Trump claiming policy is essential for crime fighting.
Trump pick Clayton refuses to say Biden won 2020 election
Jay Clayton, Trump's nominee for intelligence chief, refused to acknowledge Joe Biden won the 2020 election during his Senate confirmation hearing.
Farage's £5m Gift After Saying He Needed £1m a Year
Nigel Farage told senior Reform UK figures in March 2024 he needed £1m a year to stand as an MP, raising questions about a £5m gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne.
Trump Abandons Strait of Hormuz Toll Plan Amid Chaos
Donald Trump proposed tolls for clearing the Strait of Hormuz, then quickly abandoned the idea, leaving US strategy in disarray as Iran retains control and oil prices rise.
22nd death in ICE custody this year: Venezuelan man dies in Georgia
Jesús Manuel Arenas-Silva, 45, was found unresponsive during transfer between ICE detention facilities in Georgia, marking the 22nd death in ICE custody in 2025.
Blanche: 'Follow the Law' on Federal Agents at Polls
DOJ nominee Blanche, pressed by Sen. Klobuchar, says he'll 'follow the law' on deploying federal agents to polling sites, amid concerns over voter intimidation.
Man arrested for threatening to shoot Nigel Farage
A man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of sending threatening communications after Reform UK leader Nigel Farage received a social media death threat.
Elijah Seriki named as victim of Hackney stabbing
Elijah Seriki, aged in his 20s, was stabbed to death near Mossbourne Community Academy in Hackney on July 13. Two suspects fled the scene.
Burnham backs asylum bill amid Labour dissent
Andy Burnham voted for the government's asylum bill aimed at reducing small-boat crossings and tightening appeals, as 14 Labour MPs opposed the measures.
Husic: weakening copyright for AI betrays Labor ethos
Labor MP Ed Husic says watering down copyright for AI companies goes against the party's principle of 'a fair day's pay for a fair day's work', as MEAA calls for tougher rules.
Asylum seekers face chaos as UK closes more hotels
Legal challenges launched over Home Office hotel closures as families with medical needs moved at short notice to cramped accommodation without assessment.
Jewish professor feared 'terrorist attack' in office occupation
Professor Steven Prawer told the royal commission into antisemitism that the University of Melbourne must show it doesn't tolerate misbehaviour after the expulsion of two pro-Palestine activists was overturned.
Todd Blanche hearings test Senate commitment to rule of law
Todd Blanche, Trump's former personal attorney, faces confirmation as attorney general with vast conflicts of interest, prompting calls for senators to reject him for cause.
UK to continue sending trafficking victims to France despite ruling
The Home Office will ignore a high court ruling and continue sending asylum seekers to France without reconsidering trafficking claims, despite the policy being found unlawful.
German conscientious objector applications surge
Applications for conscientious objector status in Germany hit 5,862 in first half of 2026, up from 3,879 in all of 2025, amid new 'conscription lite' policy and geopolitical tensions.
ICE suspends vehicle stops after two fatal shootings
ICE officers nationwide ordered to pause vehicle stops following the fatal shootings of Joan Sebastian Guerrero and Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, sparking calls for independent investigations.
ICE Kills Man in Maine, Halts Vehicle Stops
ICE agents fatally shot Joan Sebastian Duran Guerrero, 26, in Maine; agency orders halt to most vehicle stops amid protests.
London Assembly Chair's bank account closed over Ukraine coffee
Andrew Boff's bank account was closed after he bought a coffee in Ukraine. First Direct flagged the transaction as potential funding for Russia's war machine, and he cannot appeal.
Farmer who shot teen burglar dead will not face charges
A farmer who shot dead a 19-year-old burglar in Derbyshire will not face criminal charges, the CPS has decided, citing householder self-defence rights.
PS5 emulation accelerates after Sony drops physical games
Sony's plan to abandon physical games has spurred PS5 emulation progress, with SharpEmu now booting Astro Bot on PC, marking a significant milestone for preservationists.
Kensington and Chelsea Council High Court pension challenge
ClientEarth launches judicial review against Kensington and Chelsea Council for failing to assess climate risk in pension fund decisions.
Trump backs Graham's sister for interim Senate seat
Donald Trump recommends Darline Graham Nordone, sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, to serve as interim Senator until January, calling it a 'fabulous tribute'.
Changing law to deport one man won't restore trust
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's plan to change the law to deport Shabir Ahmed risks playing into far-right hands and boosting anti-immigration populists, says the Guardian.
Person killed in ICE-involved shooting in Maine
A person was shot dead in Biddeford, Maine, in an incident involving ICE agents, state House Speaker Ryan Fecteau confirmed. State police and FBI are investigating.
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