Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has recalled parliament early to fast-track tough new hate speech legislation and a major gun buyback scheme in response to the Bondi terror attack. The laws aim to pass by Tuesday night.
Australia's federal parliament is being recalled early to debate new laws targeting 'hate preachers' and funding a national gun buyback. The move follows the Bondi Beach attack, but the government resists calls for an antisemitism royal commission.
Australia's parliament is being recalled early to debate new laws targeting 'hate preachers' and funding a national gun buyback scheme following the Bondi attack. Read the latest developments.
King Charles will deliver his 2025 Christmas message at 3pm on BBC One, ITV & Sky. Find out how to watch, the location, and expected themes of the poignant address.
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns recalls parliament to push through major changes to gun control, hate speech, and protest laws following the Bondi terror attack. Discover the key proposals and political reactions.
PM Anthony Albanese announces major reforms to Australia's hate speech legislation following the Bondi Beach terror attack. New offences and tougher penalties target antisemitism and incitement.
The heart of Vienna was brought to a standstill after a bomb threat was made to the Austrian parliament building. Emergency services rushed to the scene.
A damning report reveals hate speech on X, formerly Twitter, has surged 500% in the UK since Elon Musk's takeover. MPs demand urgent action from the government. Read the full investigation.
Pauline Hanson launches a blistering attack on Parliament after officials cancel the screening of her party's new movie trailer, labelling it 'censorship' and a 'betrayal of free speech'.
A Sydney motorist claims his freedom of speech was infringed after being forced to surrender his 'ILDUCE' number plates, which authorities say reference fascist dictator Benito Mussolini. Read the full story.
Donald Trump announces legal action seeking up to $5 billion against BBC for edited Capitol speech. Corporation apologises but refuses compensation. Read the latest developments.
A Tennessee man faces jail time after creating a satirical meme about conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, sparking a fierce debate about free speech rights and political expression in America.
Reform UK's Nathan Gill delivers impassioned challenge to European Parliament over media restrictions in Ukraine, questioning Western support for governments limiting free speech.
Ex-Green minister Patrick Harvie's controversial proposal for 150-metre protest buffer zones around assisted dying facilities sparks heated debate in Scottish Parliament, with critics warning of free speech implications.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin abruptly cancels planned address to British parliament members amid diplomatic tensions and political pressure in Dublin.
Exclusive CCTV footage shows Kira Cousins, 31, brandishing a knife near the Houses of Parliament in a disturbing security breach that's raised serious questions about protection of our political heartland.
Heightened security measures including National Guard deployment surround King Charles's first State Opening of Parliament as authorities brace for potential protests over ceremonial traditions.
Donald Trump's landmark address to Israeli lawmakers was dramatically interrupted by screaming protesters demanding Gaza ceasefire, forcing security to intervene in unprecedented parliamentary chaos.
A British judge has overturned the conviction of a man who burned a Koran, declaring the right to offend is fundamental to free speech in landmark case testing UK liberties.
In a dramatic security overhaul, new measures will prohibit pro-Palestine protests from the parliamentary estate following concerns about intimidation and disruption to democracy.
Former Trump administration official Kash Patel cuts business ties with Elon Musk following antisemitic content on X platform, sparking debate over free speech and hate speech boundaries.
Westminster authorities have barred Sinn Féin MP Paul Maskey from bringing his party's 'Spectre' into Parliament, igniting a fierce debate about political expression and the ongoing Gaza conflict.
A cleaner at the Houses of Parliament has been dismissed following a serious security breach, raising concerns about protection protocols within one of Britain's most sensitive political institutions.
Anti-migrant activists, including the notorious 'Pink Lady', staged a dramatic protest inside the Houses of Parliament, clashing with police and disrupting proceedings in a bold security breach that has raised serious questions about parliamentary safety.
In a powerful and emotional moment, new Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer was met with a prolonged standing ovation from Labour MPs after delivering his first address to the Commons, marking a dramatic shift in Westminster's political landscape.
Controversial American commentator Charlie Kirk barred from entering Britain ahead of London speech, sparking debate on free speech versus hate speech boundaries.
Sarah Wynn Williams, author of 'The Meta Exposé', faces financial ruin and legal bankruptcy after Meta secured a gagging order preventing her from criticising the company. The case raises alarming questions about corporate power and free speech in the UK.
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey accuses Elon Musk of undermining democracy after X restricted access to UK Parliament's official account, branding the tech billionaire 'dangerous' for free speech.
A deep dive into the toxic public discourse fuelling division across Britain. Discover why healthy debate is collapsing and what it means for our democratic future.
Turning Point UK's Charlie Kirk ignites a fierce debate on free speech, academic freedom, and the Americanisation of Britain's campus culture. Exclusive analysis on the implications for UK higher education.