UK Government Defends Alaa Abd el-Fattah Release
No 10 defends campaign to free British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah despite resurfaced 'abhorrent' tweets. MPs reject calls to strip his UK citizenship. Read the full story.
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Freed Activist Apologises for Past Social Media Posts
British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah is released from Egypt after UK government campaigning, but faces controversy over historic social media posts. Read the full story.
Farage, Badenoch Call for Deportation of British-Egyptian Activist
The political storm over activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah's old tweets raises a fundamental question: is British citizenship permanent or conditional on good behaviour? We examine the calls for deportation and the legal reality.
Downing Street: Activist's Apology 'Right' Over Tweets
Downing Street says it was right for freed British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah to apologise for 'abhorrent' historic social media posts. Read the latest on the case.
Activist Apologises for Historic Tweets After Egypt Release
British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah issues an unequivocal apology for 'hurtful' historic social media posts, following his return to the UK after years of imprisonment in Egypt. Read his full statement.
Alaa Abd el-Fattah Apologises for Old Tweets After Release
British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah issues an unreserved apology for shocking tweets written over 10 years ago, as political backlash grows in the UK. Read his full statement.
Activist apologises for historic tweets after UK return
British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah apologises for 'hurtful' old social media posts after his release from Egyptian prison. Read his full statement and the political reaction.
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.
Top 10 Australian Films of 2025 Revealed
Critic Luke Buckmaster unveils his 10 best Australian films of 2025, featuring Nicolas Cage, a shark thriller, and a porridge documentary. Discover where to watch them.
Australia's sweltering summer Christmas traditions
As Australia faces a 'hot Christmas', explore how summer celebrations, from prawns to beach cricket, define the festive season down under. Discover the unique blend of tradition and climate.
Best Australian Albums 2025: Critics' Picks
Discover the definitive guide to Australia's top music of 2025, featuring Folk Bitch Trio, Ninajirachi, Tame Impala, and more essential summer listening.
US Dual Citizenship Rules Under Scrutiny in Trump Era
American families with dual citizenship face new legal challenges under Trump's proposed policies. Learn about the potential impacts and what it means for US-UK ties.
Australia's Christmas Weather: From 41C Heat to 16C Chill
Australians face a Christmas Day of weather extremes, from scorching 41C heat in Perth to a chilly 16C in Hobart. Discover the forecast for your capital city and how to plan your celebrations.
PM's Office: No Early Election Planned for 2025
The Australian Prime Minister's office has confirmed there are no plans for an early election in 2025. Get the latest political updates and analysis on the government's agenda.
Hastie Uses Bondi Attack to Push Immigration Values Agenda
Liberal MP Andrew Hastie shifts immigration debate from numbers to 'who' after Bondi shooting, revealing a core conservative focus on 'Australian values'. Analysis of the political fallout.
Australian Coalition's Housing Policy Launched During Heatwave
Australia's opposition Coalition reveals its housing strategy as the nation battles extreme heat and bushfires. Get the latest on the policy details and the severe weather warnings impacting multiple states.
The UK citizenship test is a 'bad pub quiz'
A Guardian columnist argues the absurdly difficult Life in the UK test, which her French husband is struggling to pass, should focus on modern British culture like Coronation Street and Greggs, not obscure historical facts.
Supreme Court to Decide Legality of Trump Citizenship Order
The US Supreme Court will decide if Donald Trump's order restricting birthright citizenship is legal. The ruling could redefine the 14th Amendment's interpretation.
SA Opposition Leader Vincent Tarzia Resigns
South Australian Liberal leader Vincent Tarzia has unexpectedly quit, triggering the party's fourth leadership change nationally in under a month. Read the full story on the political shake-up.
East Coast Gas Reserve Plan Expected Next Week
The Albanese government is set to reveal a new east coast gas reservation scheme, facing calls from unions and manufacturers to target exporters and lower prices now. Read the latest.
Australian Senate Probes Fiscal Outlook and Public Sector Cuts
Australian Senate Estimates hearings scrutinise the nation's fiscal outlook, cost-of-living pressures, and controversial public service cuts in Victoria. Get the latest political analysis.
St Lucia PM Pierre's Labour Party Holds Majority in Election
St Lucian Prime Minister Philip Pierre's Labour Party retains its majority in the House of Assembly. The election centred on economic management, violent crime, and citizenship-by-investment schemes. Discover the full results and regional implications.
Albanese reshuffles cabinet, promotes key allies
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveils a significant cabinet reshuffle, promoting allies and shifting key portfolios. Discover the new political landscape and its implications.
Australia's Best Political Cartoons 2025 Released
Explore the sharpest political satire from Australia's top cartoonists in 2025. A visual chronicle of global uncertainty, from US politics to Gaza. The collection is out now.
Vote for Best Australian Children's Picture Book
Guardian Australia invites readers to nominate their favourite Australian children's picture book for a major poll. Share your beloved childhood stories today!
Dutton breaks records as Australia's least popular leader
Australian Electoral Study reveals Peter Dutton's historic unpopularity and Labor's economic policy triumph. Discover how tax cuts and leadership shaped the election outcome.
Labour's 20-year citizenship plan sparks backlash
Labour's proposed 20-year citizenship path for asylum seekers faces criticism from lifelong supporters. Critics warn it capitulates to racist rhetoric and threatens NHS staffing crisis.
Up to 350 jobs cut at Australia's CSIRO
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, announces up to 350 further job cuts, described as 'some of the worst cuts ever seen' for publicly funded science.
Andrew Pippos's Transformations: A Masterful Family Saga
Discover why Andrew Pippos's acclaimed novel 'Transformations' is being hailed as a poignant examination of Greek-Australian identity, family secrets, and the pursuit of belonging in modern Australia.
Undecided Voter Mary Joe Holds Australia's Election Fate
In the battleground state of Victoria, one ordinary voter embodies the struggle of millions as political leaders scramble to win her trust before election day.
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