Populist-Proof Your Democracy: 7 Key Defences

Timothy Garton Ash reveals essential democratic safeguards against populist threats, from public broadcasting to electoral reform. Learn how to protect your freedoms before it's too late.

Officers spat at during London bus knife arrest

Met Police officers were spat at and assaulted while detaining a suspected burglar armed with a knife on a London bus. The 31-year-old man was Tasered after a chase. Read the full details.

Two Lords suspended over lobbying rule breaches

Richard Dannatt and David Evans face lengthy suspensions from House of Lords after undercover investigation reveals lobbying rule violations. Discover the implications for parliamentary reform.

Putin rejects peace plan, strikes Kharkiv

Vladimir Putin rejects Europe's peace proposal, responding with a deadly aerial bombardment in Kharkiv. Key details on the stalled talks and the international response.

Gambling tax hike could cause UK job losses

Chancellor Rachel Reeves warned that increasing gambling taxes could lead to significant job losses and harm horse racing. The industry contributes £4bn annually in tax. Read the full analysis.

Pauline Hanson suspended from Senate for 7 days

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has been suspended from Parliament for seven days following her controversial burqa demonstration. Discover the full story behind this historic censure.

Pakistan Airstrikes Kill 10 in Afghanistan

Pakistan launches deadly airstrikes on Afghan province of Khost, killing 10 including nine children. Taliban accuses Pakistan of sovereignty violation amid escalating tensions.

Russia strikes Kyiv, injuring four in morning attack

Russian missiles hit residential buildings and energy infrastructure in Kyiv, injuring at least four people. The attack comes amid stalled peace talks and a potential Zelenskyy-Trump meeting. Read the latest on the Ukraine conflict.

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