The UK government has ordered an independent review into foreign financial interference in politics following the jailing of a former Reform UK leader for pro-Russia bribes. Experts warn the system is full of holes.
José Antonio Kast's decisive win in Chile's presidential election signals a major rightward shift in Latin America, drawing praise from global hardline leaders and raising democratic concerns. Explore the analysis.
Organiser of Greedozer Invasion Day rally launches legal fight against Victoria's new CBD search powers. Could this set a precedent for protest rights in the UK? Read the full analysis.
Donald Trump pardoned Democratic Congressman Henry Cuellar on bribery charges, only to criticise him days later for not switching parties. Explore the fallout and Texas political map changes.
In an extraordinary escalation, former President Trump ordered the California National Guard to a federal judge's residence. Explore the legal and constitutional crisis unfolding.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr faces fierce backlash after controversial comments linking childhood vaccines to an 'autism epidemic'. Critics condemn his remarks as harmful misinformation. Read the full story.
Exclusive insights from Gary Walters, the longest-serving White House chief usher, on serving seven presidents, state dinners, and the day of 9/11. Discover the untold stories.
Former US President Donald Trump has issued pardons for several individuals charged in connection with the January 6th Capitol attack. Explore the details and political fallout.
A detailed look at the Trump administration's key priorities for 2025, including immigration enforcement, economic policies, and ongoing legal challenges. Discover the potential impact.
Donald Trump claims to terminate all documents signed by Joe Biden using an autopen, including pardons. Legal experts question the move's legality. Read the full analysis.
US wholesale giant Costco launches a lawsuit against the Trump White House, alleging misuse of emergency powers to impose tariffs. The firm warns importers may never recover funds even if duties are ruled unlawful.
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces major court reforms, ending jury trials for defendants likely to receive sentences of three years or less. Discover the new 'bench division'.
Victoria Police has admitted to conducting 23 non-compliant weapons search operations over eight years, impacting hundreds and resulting in 33 charges. The force is now notifying affected individuals and the state's anti-corruption watchdog.
Victoria Police have been granted controversial new powers to search children as young as 14 without a warrant. Critics warn it risks criminalising vulnerable youth.
A Guardian Australia journalist was subjected to a pat-down search without a warrant while covering a Melbourne protest, experiencing Victoria police's controversial new 'designated area' powers first-hand. Read her account.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu requests a historic pardon, arguing his trial damages national interest. With Trump's backing, the decision puts President Herzog in a difficult position. Read the full analysis.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu formally requests a presidential pardon for bribery and fraud charges, arguing it would serve national unity. The 111-page submission follows Donald Trump's intervention.
Donald Trump's sons conduct worldwide dealmaking blitz while father holds presidential power, raising concerns about global corruption patterns. Read the investigation.
Donald Trump vows to reverse Biden's autopen-signed executive orders. Explore the history of presidential autopen use and whether Trump can legally deliver on his threat.
Victoria police can now stop and search anyone in inner Melbourne without warrant until May 2026, raising concerns about racial profiling and civil liberties.
The race for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination is wide open. Explore the potential contenders, from Gavin Newsom to Kamala Harris, as the party seeks a new direction after Trump's victory.
Donald Trump's approval rating turns negative across every major poll for the first time, with 55% of Americans disapproving. Discover what's driving this dramatic shift.
Victoria Police can now conduct pat-downs and vehicle searches without a warrant in a designated inner Melbourne area for six months. Learn how this affects you.
Donald Trump's intervention secures Rush Hour 4 production, raising concerns about presidential influence on Hollywood. What other 80s franchises might return?
Victoria Police gain authority to conduct random searches without warrant in inner Melbourne for six months. Critics warn of racial profiling risks as Premier defends public safety move.
The NSW state coroner is reviewing 22 draft proposals, including permanent police wanding powers and mental health reforms, following the Westfield Bondi Junction mass stabbing. Read the key findings.
London's Mayor Sadiq Khan is set to receive significant new powers over the capital's pubs, bars, and transport network in what ministers call the 'biggest transfer of power out of Whitehall' in decades.
US military actions in Venezuela signal dangerous new phase in war on terror with reduced oversight. Over 80 killed in strikes as Trump asserts unchecked presidential powers.
Donald Trump says he'd 'love to see' Marjorie Taylor Greene back in politics as she considers a 2028 presidential run following her resignation from Congress. Discover the fallout.
MAGA firebrand Marjorie Taylor Greene resigns from Congress, citing a 'hateful primary' but fuelling speculation of a 2028 presidential run after her stunning split from Donald Trump.