Australia's History of Banning Political Groups Examined
As Australia's Labor government proposes new hate speech laws, constitutional experts warn of a 'sorry history' of banning organisations, from Communists to Jehovah's Witnesses.
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Australia's history of banning political groups raises concerns
As Labor proposes new hate speech laws, Australia's constitutional history of outlawing political organisations offers a stark warning. Professor Anne Twomey examines past failures.
Labour's 'banter ban' to cost firms over £60m
Official impact assessment reveals new rules making pubs and shops liable for customer 'harassment' could cost £60m+. Critics warn the true figure will be far higher. Read the full analysis.
GOP defies Trump on veto overrides, faces consequences
US Republicans face a political dilemma as they defy President Trump on key votes, from water security to war powers, risking his wrath despite his waning popularity. Explore the internal party conflict.
UK Protest Laws Echo Hungary's Path, Warns Expert
Human Rights Watch researcher Lydia Gall warns new UK protest laws mirror Viktor Orbán's Hungary, eroding civil liberties. Calls for repeal to safeguard democracy.
UK Protest Laws Echo Hungary's Path, Expert Warns
Human Rights Watch researcher Lydia Gall draws alarming parallels between UK protest crackdowns and Viktor Orbán's Hungary, warning of eroding civil liberties. Read the full analysis.
Protest Rights Under Attack in UK, Reports Warn
Human Rights Watch and Justice warn new UK laws are trampling the right to protest, citing hundreds of pro-Palestinian arrests and harsh sentences for climate activists. Calls grow for repeal.
Labour MP Used by Communist Spies in Cold War Plot
Secret Cold War files reveal a Labour MP was used by KGB agents to spread disinformation and undermine Margaret Thatcher's defence policies. Read the shocking details.
Girl's £19k princess birthday bash in Milton Keynes
A five-year-old from Milton Keynes enjoyed a £19,000 princess-themed birthday party, complete with a horse-drawn carriage and a designer Givenchy dress. Discover the opulent details and the poignant family story behind the extravagance.
Best & Worst Supermarket Christmas Party Food Revealed
A food reviewer tested 30 festive party foods from UK supermarkets to find the best and worst for your Christmas. See which items scored a perfect 10 and which to avoid.
How to Plan an Affordable Party: Expert Advice
Event planners reveal four key strategies for hosting a fantastic festive gathering without overspending. Focus on atmosphere, not expense, to create lasting memories.
Festive Party Dresses Under £100 for Christmas
Discover glamorous party dresses under £100 from M&S, George, Next and more. Perfect for Christmas parties and New Year's Eve without breaking the bank.
Labour bars trans women from main conference hall and voting
Labour Party confirms trans women will be barred from the main hall and denied voting rights at its 2026 Women's Conference following a legal review. Read the full story on the party's contentious decision.
Labour bans trans women from main conference proceedings
Labour's NEC has approved a plan to restrict the main hall of its 2026 Women's Conference to biological women, following a Supreme Court ruling on the Equality Act. Read the full story.
Ex-EHRC chief: Labour has 'abandoned women's rights'
Baroness Falkner accuses Labour of being 'terrified' of MPs pushing trans self-ID and failing grooming gang victims. Read the full explosive interview.
Simon Cowell's Next Act Netflix Release Date Revealed
Simon Cowell returns to launch a new global boyband in a Netflix docu-series. All episodes drop on December 10. Discover the cast and what to expect.
Your Party's Chaotic First Conference and Leadership Vote
Jeremy Corbyn appealed for unity at Your Party's inaugural conference, which opted for collective leadership amid internal disputes. The new left-wing project faces challenges from a surging Green Party.
Corbyn's new party name chosen as 'Your Party'
Jeremy Corbyn reveals members have voted to make 'Your Party' the permanent name for his new left-wing movement. The party also opts for radical collective leadership.
Corbyn's Your Party descends into war as co-founder boycotts
Jeremy Corbyn's new political party faces internal warfare as co-founder Zarah Sultana boycotts inaugural conference over banned allies and 'faceless bureaucrats'. Read the full breakdown of the chaos.
Your Party conference descends into chaos over expulsions
Zarah Sultana boycotts Your Party's inaugural conference, decrying a 'toxic culture' and 'witch hunt' after expulsions, despite Jeremy Corbyn's unity plea. Read the latest on the internal crisis.
Your Party conference begins with expulsions and snubs
Jeremy Corbyn was not invited to Zarah Sultana's pre-conference rally as the new left-wing party expelled SWP members and faced internal strife. The two-day event in Liverpool will decide the party's name and leadership model.
Corbyn's new party in crisis at first conference
Jeremy Corbyn's new socialist party, 'Your Party', holds its first conference in Liverpool amid internal splits and leadership disputes. Will they find a name and unity?
Labor's nature laws risk collapse in parliament standoff
Anthony Albanese intervenes in last-ditch negotiations to save Labor's environmental reforms from collapse. Will the Greens accept the 11th-hour compromise?
Trump calls Mamdani 'a little out there' in Oval Office
President Trump and NYC Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani hold a cordial first meeting. Trump softens his 'communist' criticism, predicting Mamdani will 'surprise conservatives'. Read the full story.
Mother-Daughter Political Clash Over US Shutdown Deal
Democratic congressional candidate Stefany Shaheen faces backlash after criticising bipartisan deal to end government shutdown that her mother, Senator Jeanne Shaheen, helped approve.
Elon Musk to become Twitter's sole director
Elon Musk is poised to take complete control of Twitter's board just days after his monumental $44 billion acquisition, dissolving the current governance structure in a bold power move.
Trump's Oxford Snub: GOP Cancels 'Communist' Professor Meeting
Republican lawmakers abruptly cancelled a scheduled meeting with renowned Oxford academic Professor Mahmood Mamdani after Donald Trump's team branded him a 'communist', sparking academic freedom concerns.
Kathy Hilton's lavish pajama party with celebrity guests
Socialite Kathy Hilton threw an extravagant Beverly Hills pajama party attended by celebrity friends including Kyle Richards and Dorit Kemsley, featuring luxury sleepwear and lavish decorations.
Khan's 'Communist' Trump Attack Sparks Diplomatic Storm
London Mayor Sadiq Khan launches stunning verbal assault on former US President Donald Trump, labelling him a 'communist' while revealing security fears and political tensions ahead of potential White House return.
Ex-Trump Official: China Threatens Australian Democracy
Exclusive: Former Pentagon chief of staff Kash Patel warns Australia faces 'existential threat' from Chinese Communist Party influence during Melbourne speaking tour, urging stronger US-Australia alliance.
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