Palestine Action hunger striker hospitalised after 53 days
Heba Muraisi, on remand over an Elbit Systems raid, is hospitalised as health deteriorates. The Filton 24 protest is the largest hunger strike in UK prisons since 1981.
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US Labour Unions Fight Trump's 'Billionaire First' Agenda
AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler vows to challenge Trump's policies, citing 'unrelenting attacks on workers'. The union gears up for key 2026 elections and Senate battles over collective bargaining.
Melbourne 'Happy Chanukah' car firebombed in suspected hate crime
A vehicle displaying a 'Happy Chanukah' billboard was set alight in St Kilda East, Melbourne, in a suspected antisemitic attack on Christmas morning. Police are searching for a suspect.
Palestine Action hunger strikers determined to continue
Four Palestine Action detainees continue hunger strikes in UK prisons, with one hospitalised three times. Families report severe health declines as demands for policy change go unmet.
NSW Police Restrict Sydney Public Gatherings for 14 Days
NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon has imposed a 14-day restriction on public assemblies in Sydney using new powers. Premier Chris Minns defends the laws, criticised as draconian by civil liberties groups.
Sydney's Bondi campaign fights terror with acts of kindness
Following the Sydney terror attack, the 'One Mitzvah for Bondi' campaign urges Australians to perform good deeds to honour victims and foster unity. Discover how communities are responding.
Iranian women flout hijab laws as regime fears unrest
Young women in Tehran are openly defying Iran's strict hijab laws, posting unveiled videos online. Despite harsh new penalties, many believe the weakened regime fears mass arrests could spark fresh protests.
Bangladesh media, civil society targeted by mob attacks
Journalists and activists in Bangladesh face violent mob attacks, raising fears for press freedom and democracy under Sheikh Hasina's government. Read the full investigation.
Family seeks answers a year after Christmas Eve police shooting
The parents of Marcus Meade, shot dead by West Mercia Police on 24 December 2024, say Christmas now 'means death' as they await the IOPC investigation's conclusion.
Greta Thunberg arrested at London protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg detained by City of London Police for displaying a placard in support of proscribed organisation Palestine Action. Read the latest on the protest and hunger strikes.
NSW Police Get New Powers to Ban Protests After Terror
NSW Premier Chris Minns urges police to use new powers to ban protests for up to three months following a terrorist event. New gun control laws also introduced. Read the latest.
NSW new protest laws take effect after Bondi terror attack
New South Wales premier Chris Minns wants police to use new powers to ban protests quickly. The laws come amid a reported surge in threats against Muslim Australians following the Bondi beach terror attack.
Islamophobic Hate Surges in Australia After Bondi Attack
Australian Muslim communities report a sharp rise in Islamophobic abuse and threats following the Bondi Junction terror attack, sparking fears of retribution and calls for unity.
Pro-Palestine Prisoners Pause Hunger Strike Over Health
Two Palestine Action detainees at HMP Bronzefield have paused their 50-day hunger strike due to failing health but vow to resume. Four others continue their protest.
Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Chicago Guard Deployment
The US Supreme Court has blocked Donald Trump's bid to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago in a 6-3 decision. Read the full story on the historic ruling.
Greta Thunberg arrested at Palestine Action protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg detained in London for holding a placard supporting proscribed group Palestine Action. Police cite Terrorism Act. Read the latest.
Havaianas Boycott Wipes £20m Off Value After Ad Row
Brazil's far-right supporters launch a boycott of iconic flip-flop brand Havaianas over a TV advert, erasing £20m in market value. Discover the political fallout and parallels to US culture wars.
Greta Thunberg arrested in London protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg detained by City of London Police for holding a sign supporting proscribed group Palestine Action. Two others arrested for criminal damage at insurance firm protest.
Cop City RICO Case Hangs Over 61 Defendants
Georgia's historic racketeering case against Cop City protesters remains unresolved, with the state holding hundreds of seized personal items. Explore the legal battle and its implications for dissent.
Greta Thunberg arrested at London Palestine Action protest
Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg detained under Terrorism Act for supporting Palestine Action. Police confirm arrest after paint attack on insurance firm.
Greta Thunberg arrested in London protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg detained under terrorism laws after joining a pro-Palestine demonstration in the City of London. Full story and police statement.
Violence Against US Journalists Surges Under Trump
A new report details a dramatic rise in assaults on the US press in 2025, with incidents linked to immigration protests and hostile rhetoric. Read the full investigation.
Hunger strikers pass 50 days as doctors warn of fatal risk
Four prisoners on remand are refusing food, with two surpassing 50 days. Medical experts warn of irreversible organ damage and sudden cardiac failure. Learn the grim physiological timeline.
Australia's NSW to ban 'globalise the intifada' slogan
New South Wales premier Chris Minns vows to outlaw the phrase, calling it 'hateful, violent rhetoric'. The move follows similar controversies in the UK and US. Read the full explainer.
NSW's rushed anti-protest laws face court challenge
New South Wales is fast-tracking another anti-protest bill after a terror incident. Constitutional experts warn it may be overruled, like past laws. Read the analysis.
Australian neo-Nazi refused bail over MP threat allegations
Joel Davis, a member of the National Socialist Network, has been denied bail for a second time after being charged over allegedly menacing messages targeting independent MP Allegra Spender. Read the latest.
Ireland's Gender Recognition Act: A Decade On
Ten years after Ireland's landmark Gender Recognition Act, a once-uncontroversial law faces growing scrutiny. Explore the journey from consensus to contention.
Major East Jerusalem Demolition Leaves 100 Homeless
Israeli diggers demolish a large residential block in Silwan, East Jerusalem, as Israel's security cabinet approves 19 new Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank. Read the full report.
Activist Groups Launch Constitutional Challenge to NSW Protest Laws
Pro-Palestine and Indigenous activist groups are taking the Minns government to court over new laws they say strip away the right to peaceful protest. Read the full story on the constitutional challenge.
Charities fight far-right rise by mending UK's social fabric
The Guardian's 2025 charity appeal supports grassroots organisations countering extremism and division. Your donations help rebuild community connections. Donate now to support hope.
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