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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.

Victoria Police Ends Warrantless Pat-Down Powers

Victoria Police has revoked controversial powers allowing officers to conduct warrantless searches in parts of inner Melbourne. The move follows significant public and legal scrutiny.

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.

Budget crackdown on illegal vapes with jail threat

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces new powers for Border Force and HMRC to seize illegal vapes, with £10,000 fines and prison sentences for offenders. Protect your community from dangerous products.

Supreme Court to Rule on Trump Tariff Powers

The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear a landmark case challenging Donald Trump's authority to impose sweeping tariffs, setting up a constitutional battle that could redefine presidential power and global trade relations.

Government accused of secret plan to strip NHS powers

Exclusive: Ministers are quietly pushing through legislation that would remove the Health Secretary's direct responsibility for England's NHS, sparking outrage from health unions and opposition parties.

DWP's Universal Credit payment reduction powers exposed

Exclusive investigation uncovers the Department for Work and Pensions' controversial authority to reduce Universal Credit payments under specific circumstances, affecting thousands of claimants across the UK.

McVey's 'Common Sense' Bill Sparks Commons Clash

Conservative MP Esther McVey faces parliamentary opposition as she introduces controversial legislation granting ministers new powers to override 'woke' civil service guidance, prompting heated debate about government overreach.

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