How Economic Gloom is Driving Europe's Far-Right Surge
Europe's deep economic pessimism is creating fertile ground for far-right populism, warns columnist Owen Jones. A shift in economic model is needed to protect democracy.
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National Security Act risks overreach, warns legal review
Independent reviewer Jonathan Hall KC warns the UK's new National Security Act is so broad it could harm journalists, thinktanks, and protesters. Read the full report on the risks of state overreach.
2025: Five Key Moments in the Assault on Women's Rights
A devastating look at how policy shifts in 2025 have dismantled global health aid, targeting reproductive rights and disproportionately endangering women and girls worldwide. Read the full analysis.
ICE Raids Traumatise Chicago Schoolchildren, Says Principal
A Chicago school principal details the terror ICE operations inflict on immigrant families. Children barricade doors and stop eating, fearing deportation. Over 4,000 arrested since September.
Eight killed in US strikes on Pacific drug smuggling boats
US military confirms eight alleged narco-terrorists killed in strikes on three vessels in the Pacific. The action is part of President Trump's escalating campaign against drug cartels. Read the latest details.
Myefo reveals £36.8bn deficit as Chalmers battles spending
Treasurer Jim Chalmers unveils a multi-billion pound budget improvement, yet the deficit is set to nearly quadruple. Discover the fiscal challenges and government savings outlined in the midyear update.
Couple killed in Bondi Beach terror attack
Boris and Sofia Gurman were shot dead trying to disarm a terrorist in Sydney. Read their heroic story and the latest on the investigation.
Investors Spooked by Dividend and Savings Tax Rises
New analysis reveals over 70% of UK DIY investors are concerned about upcoming tax increases on dividends and savings announced in the Budget. Learn how to prepare your finances.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine Peace Plans Ready for Russia in Days
Ukraine's president reveals US-brokered peace deal could be finalised imminently, but warns of 'turbulence' if Putin rejects it. Key territorial disputes remain unresolved.
Liverpool title parade driver to be sentenced
Paul Doyle, 54, will be sentenced for ploughing into over 100 Liverpool FC fans. Read the latest court details and victim impact statements from the shocking incident.
Epstein flight logs show 87 UK airport movements
BBC analysis uncovers 87 flights linked to Jeffrey Epstein arriving or departing UK airports, with British victims onboard. Calls grow for a full UK investigation.
Taekwondo teacher gets life for Sydney family murders
Kwang Kyung Yoo will die in prison for the horrific murders of a couple and their 7-year-old son in Sydney. The court heard jealousy over the family's success motivated the brutal killings.
Meat Tycoon's Secret Role in US-Brazil-Venezuela Diplomacy
How Joesley Batista, a Brazilian billionaire with a controversial past, became an unofficial envoy in high-stakes talks between Trump, Lula, and Maduro. Discover the blurred lines between business and statecraft.
Australia to tighten gun laws after Bondi Beach shooting
Following the deadly Bondi Beach attack, PM Anthony Albanese vows to strengthen Australia's already strict firearms legislation. Explore the laws and proposed changes.
PM visits Bondi attack hero, faces calls for action
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visited hero Ahmed al-Ahmed in hospital following the Bondi terror attack. The incident has ignited fierce political debate on gun law reform and tackling antisemitism in Australia.
Man jailed for filming girls and using AI for nude photos
A technician has been sentenced to three years for voyeurism and creating indecent AI images of underage girls from social media posts. Read the full story.
Labour Poll: Who Voters Want If Not Starmer
Sky News podcast reveals exclusive polling on Labour leadership preferences. Plus, Trump's $5bn BBC lawsuit and the state of the US-UK 'special relationship'. Listen now.
Dashcam footage reveals Bondi couple's attempt to stop gunman
Dramatic dashcam video shows Boris and Sofia Gurman trying to halt the Bondi beach terror attacker. Read the full account of their heroic final moments.
Couple who tackled Bondi attacker identified as Boris and Sofia Gurman
Boris, 69, and Sofia Gurman, 61, died trying to disarm the Bondi beach gunman. Dashcam footage shows their heroic final act. Read their story.
Brittany Higgins and David Sharaz declared bankrupt
Brittany Higgins and her husband David Sharaz have been declared bankrupt after losing a defamation case to former minister Linda Reynolds. Read the full details and implications.
Sidcup driver arrested after man hit by car in argument
A 40-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a collision on Foots Cray High Street, Sidcup. Police say the incident followed an altercation. The victim has been discharged from hospital.
Govt Media Overhaul to Combat Far-Right Online Rhetoric
Keir Starmer's communications chief David Dinsmore will address cabinet on modernising government media strategy, focusing on countering far-right content online. Exclusive details.
Gaza woman's two-year search for safety and home
Nour AbuShammala's story of six displacements, injury, and devastation in Gaza over two years of war. A powerful account of survival and the struggle to rebuild.
PM's Gun Law Push After Bondi Terror Attack
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pledges to tighten Australia's firearms laws following the Bondi terror incident, facing opposition from gun groups and the Nationals. Read the full debate.
Bondi Terror Attack Victims: What We Know
Holocaust survivors, volunteers, and heroes are among the 15 victims of the Sydney terror attack. Learn about their lives and the ongoing investigation.
Ministers to Regulate England's Funeral Industry
The UK government is set to introduce new rules for funeral directors in England after a series of scandals, ending the current unregulated 'free for all'. Read more.
London Mayor and Police Chief Patrol Shoreditch for Festive Crime
Mayor Sadiq Khan and Met Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley joined police in Shoreditch to highlight a Christmas crime crackdown, while warning of funding pressures. Read the full story.
The Case for Political Leaking in Modern Government
Alastair McCapra argues that strategic leaking helps policy-making and public understanding in the digital age, challenging outdated parliamentary traditions. Read the analysis.
Landowner sends Lime £8k bill over dumped e-bikes
A London property firm has invoiced Lime nearly £8,000 for removing e-bikes from its private land, escalating the capital's battle with dockless bike clutter. Read the full story.
Iowa National Guard members killed in Syria
Sgt Edgar Torres-Tovar and Sgt William Howard died in an attack in Syria. The US blames Islamic State and pledges a forceful response. Read the full story.
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