Council Tax Crisis: Local Authorities Demand Funding Overhaul
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Kenyan police fire teargas at Odinga mourners
Violence erupts as Kenyan security forces use teargas to disperse crowds gathered for opposition leader Raila Odinga's public viewing, raising concerns about political tensions.
Kenyan forces fire on Raila Odinga mourners - deaths reported
Chaos erupted in Nairobi as Kenyan security forces fired live ammunition on crowds gathering to mourn opposition leader Raila Odinga, leaving multiple dead and dozens injured in shocking scenes.
Cardiff Council abolishes cabinet system in governance overhaul
Cardiff Council votes to abolish its cabinet model, returning to a committee system that promises greater transparency and cross-party involvement in decision-making.
Russians Sing Banned Songs in Defiant Anti-War Protests
Courageous citizens across Russia flood the streets singing forbidden Soviet-era anthems in powerful demonstration against Ukraine invasion, risking arrest under harsh new laws.
Kenya's Raila Odinga dies aged 80
The political landscape of Kenya is in mourning following the death of veteran opposition leader and former prime minister Raila Odinga, a towering figure in East African politics for decades.
NZ Government Dramatically Cuts Māori Council Representation
New Zealand's coalition government has dramatically reduced guaranteed Māori representation on local councils, cutting dedicated seats by more than half in a move critics call a devastating blow to indigenous rights.
Venezuela closes Oslo embassy after Nobel Prize protest
Venezuela has abruptly closed its embassy in Oslo following the Nobel Committee's decision to award the Peace Prize to opposition leader Rocío San Miguel, sparking international condemnation.
Keating on Labor's Super Backdown and Feeble Opposition
Former PM Paul Keating welcomes Labor's superannuation policy reversal but criticises the opposition's weakness, urging the government to pursue more ambitious reforms with their political advantage.
Residents Rebel Against Migrant Hotel Conversions
Growing tensions in British communities as government plans transform hotels into asylum accommodation, leaving locals fearing for safety and services.
Labour warned against local election complacency
Shadow Commons leader Lucy Powell cautions Labour against complacency in upcoming May local elections, warning that writing off contests could prove costly for Starmer's government.
Venezuela's Machado Nobel nomination: opportunity or risk?
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado's surprise Nobel Peace Prize nomination creates both opportunity and risk for her movement amid ongoing political turmoil.
Cameroon's Biya set to extend 42-year rule in election
President Paul Biya, Africa's second-longest serving leader, appears set to extend his 42-year rule in Cameroon's presidential election despite facing unprecedented opposition unity and voter discontent.
Venezuelan opposition leader nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
Prominent Venezuelan opposition figure María Corina Machado receives Nobel Peace Prize nomination for her courageous democracy advocacy while facing government persecution and electoral bans.
Venezuela's Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, known as the 'Iron Lady', receives Nobel Peace Prize recognition for her courageous democratic fight against Nicolás Maduro's regime.
Venezuelan opposition leader nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
Prominent Venezuelan opposition figure Maria Corina Machado receives Nobel Peace Prize nomination from Norwegian MPs as her presidential candidacy faces government ban, highlighting ongoing political tensions in the South American nation.
Venezuelan opposition leader wins Nobel Peace Prize
In a powerful endorsement of democratic resistance, Venezuelan opposition figure Maria Corina Machado has been honoured with the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her courageous fight against authoritarian rule.
Trump backs Venezuelan opposition leader for Nobel Prize
Former US President Donald Trump throws weight behind María Corina Machado's Nobel nomination amid escalating Venezuela crisis and renewed sanctions pressure.
Trump supports Venezuelan opposition leader for Nobel Prize
Former US President Donald Trump has thrown his weight behind Venezuelan opposition figure Maria Corina Machado's nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize, calling her persecution 'a disgrace' amid ongoing political tensions in Venezuela.
Venezuelan opposition leader wins Nobel Peace Prize
In a stunning recognition of her democratic struggle, Venezuelan politician María Corina Machado has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her courageous fight against authoritarian rule.
Venezuelan opposition leader nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
Exclusive: Venezuelan opposition figure María Corina Machado receives Nobel Peace Prize nomination as she faces government persecution and electoral bans in her fight for democracy.
Trump backs Venezuelan opposition leader for Nobel Peace Prize
Former US President Donald Trump makes surprise endorsement of Venezuelan opposition figure Maria Corina Machado for Nobel Peace Prize, intensifying focus on Venezuela's political crisis.
Labour MP's stark warning: Party can't sugarcoat crisis
Shadow Leader Lucy Powell delivers brutal assessment of Labour's struggles, warning against 'sugarcoating' the party's dire situation amid policy U-turns and internal divisions.
Kent Council declares financial emergency amid budget crisis
Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.
Maine candidate pushes 5G COVID conspiracy theories
Justin Cartier, a council candidate in Maine, faces scrutiny after his controversial views linking 5G technology to COVID-19 and opposing ObamaCare surface during his campaign.
Mamata Banerjee Hospitalised After Collapse in Kolkata
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee rushed to hospital after collapsing at home, sparking political turmoil in Kolkata. The 69-year-old leader's sudden health scare raises concerns about India's opposition unity.
Labour unveils radical devolution plans for local power
Senior Labour figures Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson announce ambitious plans to devolve significant powers from Whitehall to local communities, marking a fundamental restructuring of British governance.
Liberal MP Andrew Hastie resigns from frontbench
Shadow Defence Minister Andrew Hastie unexpectedly quits opposition frontbench, citing personal reasons and sparking speculation about political future and party dynamics.
Maldives police arrest opposition protesters amid crackdown
Maldivian authorities have arrested multiple opposition protesters in a dramatic crackdown following demonstrations against President Mohamed Muizzu's government. The unrest comes amid growing political divisions in the Indian Ocean archipelago.
Thailand pressures Facebook to block Cambodian opposition
Exclusive: Thai authorities pressure Meta to remove Facebook content featuring exiled Cambodian opposition figure, raising concerns about cross-border censorship and democratic freedoms in Southeast Asia.
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