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Met Police Chief Defends Social Media Arrests

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley defends the force's approach to policing social media, stating arrests for offensive online posts are necessary to protect public safety, even if it conflicts with absolute free speech.

Council can seize your garden under obscure UK law

Homeowners across Britain are facing a shocking threat to their property rights as obscure landscaping laws allow councils to seize parts of private gardens without compensation. Discover how your backyard could be at risk.

Reporting on Far-Right Without Amplifying Hate

Explore the critical ethical challenge facing modern newsrooms: how to cover extremist movements and far-right ideologies responsibly without inadvertently promoting their messages or platforms.

The Hidden Cost of Hate Speech: Free Speech & Transphobia

An incisive examination of the dangerous misconception that free speech is an absolute right, exploring the real-world harm caused by transphobic rhetoric and the legal, social, and ethical consequences for purveyors of hate in Britain.

Man on Secret Police 'Hate List' After Twitter Row

Exclusive: Dezi Freeman, a 28-year-old from Derbyshire, was shocked to discover Derbyshire Constabulary had secretly logged him on a hate crime database for a minor social media spat, sparking a major investigation into police overreach and data protectio

New SA Senator's Maiden Speech Slams 'Woke Agenda'

South Australia's newest Senator, Charlotte Walker, uses her powerful maiden speech to Parliament to launch a blistering attack on identity politics and 'woke ideology', calling for a renewed focus on core Australian values, free speech, and national sove

Australian Gun Lobby Claims Victory in Firearm Law Battle

Exclusive investigation reveals how Australia's pro-gun movement is successfully challenging world-renowned firearm restrictions through political lobbying and legal challenges. Full analysis of their growing influence.

Blind man's home firebombed in vile disability hate crime

A blind man was targeted in a horrific firebomb attack on his home in Walsall after flying England flags. The assailant, feared to be armed with acid, screamed hate-filled threats in a shocking case of disability hate crime.

Tory Ministers' Asylum Rhetoric Sparks 'Hatred' Crisis

Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf accuses senior UK Conservative ministers, including Robert Jenrick, of fuelling public hatred and division through their dehumanising language on asylum seekers, following a shocking incident in Essex.

Farage's 'Dangerous' Muslim Comments Spark Fury

Nigel Farage faces a firestorm of criticism after claiming Muslims do not share 'British values'. Political opponents and community leaders condemn his comments as a cynical and dangerous ploy to sow division ahead of the general election.

Trump DHS Speechwriter Fired Over Hate Speech Leak

Eric Lendrum, a controversial speechwriter appointed to the Department of Homeland Security, has been terminated following the leak of a speech containing inflammatory and bigoted language, raising serious questions about vetting procedures.

New UK driving laws coming in 2024

Stay informed about the latest UK driving laws coming into force in 2024, including stricter penalties, smart motorway updates, and changes for electric vehicles.

NI LGBTQ+ charity welcomes new hate crime laws

The Rainbow Project in Northern Ireland cautiously welcomes new hate crime legislation, hoping it will better protect LGBTQ+ individuals while acknowledging potential challenges in enforcement.

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