Couple Caned 140 Times Under Aceh's Sharia Law
A man and woman in Indonesia's Aceh province were publicly caned 140 times each for sex outside marriage and drinking alcohol, with the woman fainting during the punishment.
Category : Politics
Man charged with impersonating FBI agent in jail release bid
A Minnesota man has been charged after allegedly impersonating an FBI agent in an attempt to free murder suspect Luigi Mangione from a Brooklyn detention centre.
Charity Warns of 'Chilling' Hacking Network Targeting Children
The Molly Rose Foundation issues a public warning about the Com, a global hacking ecosystem exploiting children for sexual abuse, self-harm, and suicide.
Gabbard at FBI Election Raid Sparks Democratic Alarm
Democratic lawmakers express serious concerns after Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard was spotted at an FBI search operation in Fulton County, Georgia, questioning her fitness for office.
Woman Charged with Murder Over Isle of Wight Infant Death
A 27-year-old woman has been charged with murder and child death offences following the tragic death of one-year-old Jayla-Jean Mclaren on the Isle of Wight in August last year.
Minneapolis Mayor Warns Mayors: 'Your City is Next'
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey addresses US mayors, warning that Trump's ICE deployments threaten democracy and urging leaders to speak out against federal overreach.
Reform UK Chair Quits Over Illegal Unsafe Rentals
Edward Harris, chair of Warwickshire county council, resigns after being exposed as a rogue landlord illegally renting out unsafe HMO properties with serious safety failures.
Guardian Corrections: Blythe, Crossword, and News Updates
The Guardian has published corrections and clarifications, including details on Ronald Blythe's education, a crossword clue error, and updates on various recent articles.
FBI Impersonator Tried to Free Luigi Mangione from Prison
Mark Anderson, 36, allegedly attempted to break Luigi Mangione out of a Brooklyn prison by posing as an FBI agent with a barbecue fork and pizza cutter as weapons.
LA Fire Non-Profit Paid $65K to Celebrity PR Firm
The Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation spent $65,000 on a celebrity PR agency to shape messaging following criticism of the Palisades fire response, raising transparency concerns.
Australian Firm's US Immigration Role and Call Centre Move
A major Australian immigration detention contractor faces scrutiny over its involvement in Trump's US immigration crackdown, while government call centres are outsourced.
Nursery Worker Admits 30 New Paedophile Charges
Vincent Chan, a 45-year-old paedophile nursery worker, has pleaded guilty to 30 new offences including voyeurism and indecent photography against women and children.
Man Charged for Assault on Ilhan Omar at Town Hall
Federal charges filed against Anthony Kazmierczak for allegedly spraying Ilhan Omar with liquid during Minneapolis event, as investigation reveals threats and political context.
Greenland Mayor Slams Comedian's Flag Stunt
The mayor of Greenland's capital criticises a German comedian's attempt to raise the US flag in Nuuk, warning content creators against amplifying fears.
Trump: Putin Agreed to Halt Ukraine Energy Strikes
Donald Trump asserts Vladimir Putin agreed to a one-week ceasefire on Ukraine's energy infrastructure after a personal appeal, though unconfirmed by Moscow or Kyiv.
Putin Agrees to Week-Long Ukraine Ceasefire After Trump Request
Vladimir Putin has reportedly agreed to a seven-day halt on bombing Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, following a personal appeal from US President Donald Trump during freezing winter conditions.
Trump-Putin Photo in White House Sparks Outrage
A framed photograph of Donald Trump with Vladimir Putin displayed in the White House Palm Room has prompted condemnation from lawmakers and media figures, with critics calling it inappropriate given Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine.
Trump's Iran Threats Risk Escalation, Not Aid
Analysis warns US military intervention in Iran would inflict huge human costs without fostering democracy, as the regime's brutal crackdown on protests continues amid international concern.
Canada Separatists Accused of Treason After US Talks
Alberta separatists' covert meetings with US officials spark treason accusations from British Columbia premier David Eby, amid growing concerns over foreign interference in Canadian sovereignty.
Starmer vs Burnham: Readers Debate By-Election Block
Metro readers clash over Keir Starmer's decision to block Andy Burnham from standing in the Gorton and Denton by-election, with arguments about political ambition and leadership.
Hackney LTN Protest Halts Council Meeting
Hackney residents protesting low traffic neighbourhoods forced a council meeting to stop, citing delays to school runs, funerals, and emergency services.
RAF Typhoons Deploy to Qatar Amid Iran Crisis
Britain signals willingness to defend Gulf allies if Iran retaliates against potential US strike, as RAF Typhoon squadron moves from Lincolnshire to Qatar.
Assisted Dying Bill Sparks Lords Bypass Threat
Labour MPs accuse peers of undemocratic blocking as opponents warn against special treatment for the controversial assisted dying legislation in Parliament.
Homicides in England and Wales at 40-Year Low
Police recorded 499 homicides in the year to September 2025, the lowest annual total since 1983, driven by a sharp fall in knife-related killings.
Cartoon on Policing Protest in US and Iran by Rebecca Hendin
Rebecca Hendin's cartoon critiques policing of protests in the US and Iran, highlighting parallels in state responses to dissent and freedom of expression.
US-Wide ICE Protests and Strike Planned for January
Hundreds of protests and a national strike are scheduled across the United States on 30-31 January 2026, demanding the abolition of ICE following multiple deaths in custody.
York Archbishop Cleared in Abuse Case Tribunal
A church tribunal has cleared Archbishop Stephen Cottrell of misconduct over his handling of disgraced priest David Tudor, though acknowledged mistakes were made.
Sharenting Debate: Blame Parents or Offer Support?
Experts clash over 'sharenting' - parents sharing children's photos online. While some argue against vilifying pressured parents, others highlight privacy risks and call for awareness of alternatives.
Carney Leads Call for Middle Powers Alliance Against Trump
Former Bank of England governor Mark Carney emerges as key voice advocating for coalition of democratic nations to counter US unilateralism and protect global stability.
Starmer's China Visit Seen as Economic Pragmatism
Chinese state media cautiously welcomes Keir Starmer's Beijing visit, framing it as economic pragmatism where business takes precedence over political considerations.
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