Labour's facial recognition plans raise data misuse fears
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UK launches new 'Living Heritage' register
Communities across the UK are urged to nominate cherished traditions for a new national 'living heritage' inventory, aiming to safeguard cultural practices for future generations.
UK Launches 'Living Heritage' Register for Traditions
Communities across the UK are urged to nominate cherished traditions, from cheese-rolling to steel-drumming, for a new national register aimed at safeguarding intangible cultural heritage for future generations.
UK imposes export bar on £280k Hindu paintings
A rare 200-year-old set of 56 Hindu paintings, valued at £280,000, has been barred from leaving the UK. The government aims to keep the 'Devi Mahatmya' series for national study and display. Help save this cultural treasure for the nation.
Seven UK Areas Get Facial Recognition Vans
Seven additional UK police forces will deploy facial recognition vans, expanding controversial surveillance technology funded by the Home Office. Discover the full list of areas affected.
Deadly fire destroys Rio museum in cultural catastrophe
A devastating overnight fire has destroyed Rio de Janeiro's Cultural Centre Mental Health museum, claiming multiple lives and incinerating priceless historical collections in Brazil's latest cultural tragedy.
Israel accused of systematic book theft from Gaza libraries
An explosive Guardian investigation reveals how Israeli forces systematically looted thousands of Palestinian books and manuscripts from Gaza, raising urgent questions about cultural destruction in conflict zones.
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o: Language as Cultural Liberation
Nobel Prize-nominated author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o discusses how rejecting colonial languages became an act of cultural survival and political defiance in this compelling Guardian podcast analysis.
American in Britain: 4 Cultural Shocks Revealed
An American expat shares four unexpected cultural differences between US and UK life, from healthcare surprises to social etiquette quirks that every visitor should know.
Labour Rebels Defy Starmer on Palestine State Recognition
Sir Keir Starmer confronts a significant backbench revolt as 40 Labour MPs and peers defy the leadership to support immediate recognition of a Palestinian state, highlighting deep party divisions over the Israel-Gaza conflict.
African Tribe Faces Eviction from Scottish Estate
The Kingdom of Kubala, a sovereign African community in Scotland, faces imminent eviction from their Aberdeenshire estate in a landmark legal dispute over land rights and cultural recognition.
Macron: France Ready to Recognise Palestinian State
French President Emmanuel Macron declares France is prepared to unilaterally recognise a Palestinian state, marking a significant shift in European diplomacy and challenging Israel's stance.
UK Formally Recognises Palestinian State
The United Kingdom has officially recognised Palestine as a sovereign state, marking a dramatic shift in foreign policy. The move, announced by Foreign Secretary David Lammy, comes amid ongoing Gaza ceasefire negotiations and international pressure.
UK Recognises Palestine in Historic Diplomatic Shift
Exclusive analysis of Britain's historic shift in Middle East policy, examining the political ramifications, international reactions, and what it means for the future of Israeli-Palestinian relations.
UK Prepares to Recognise Palestinian State in Historic Shift
The UK government, under Prime Minister Keir Starmer, is preparing to formally recognise Palestinian statehood in a major foreign policy move that could come as early as this Friday, signalling a decisive break from the previous administration's stance.
Macron: France to recognise Palestinian state
President Emmanuel Macron announces France will unilaterally recognise Palestinian statehood, marking a historic rupture with Israel and challenging the Western consensus on the Middle East.
Kmart's Secret Facial Recognition Trial Sparks Privacy Fury
Kmart Australia faces a consumer firestorm after a hidden facial recognition trial was exposed in a South Australian store, raising serious questions about customer privacy and biometric data consent.
Your next holiday may require a selfie for entry
Exclusive: A growing number of countries are rolling out mandatory digital checks, including facial scans and e-Gates, that could require a pre-travel selfie from UK tourists. Here's the full list of destinations and what you need to know.
Scottish Government in Legal Advice Standoff Over Gender Bill
The Scottish Government faces mounting pressure to disclose its legal advice on the Gender Recognition Reform Bill after a controversial Section 35 order from Westminster blocked the legislation. Scottish Secretary Alister Jack defends the move as 'necess
Supreme Court Rules on Trans Rights in Single-Sex Spaces
The UK Supreme Court has rejected a landmark case seeking to redefine access to single-sex spaces, delivering a pivotal judgment with far-reaching implications for transgender rights, equality law, and service providers across Britain.
UK Palestine state recognition plan sparks 'reward for Hamas' fury
A major political storm has erupted as senior government figures warn that Britain's consideration of recognising a Palestinian state would be a 'reward for Hamas' and their brutal October 7th attacks, undermining Israel's security and the wider peace pro
California bill seeks to ban ICE's facial recognition masks
California lawmakers advance a groundbreaking bill to prohibit the use of facial recognition masks by ICE agents during arrests, citing privacy and civil liberties concerns.
Australia Enforces Digital ID for Porn Access from December
From December 2025, Australians must undergo digital age verification using photo ID or facial recognition to access online pornography, under a landmark new law aimed at protecting minors.
UK Considers Recognising Palestinian State, Sparks Backlash
The British government is considering formal recognition of a Palestinian state, sparking intense debate and drawing criticism from Jewish community leaders and MPs who warn it rewards Hamas terrorism.
Deputy Liberal Leader Jacinta Price sacked in shock move
In a dramatic political move, Deputy Liberal Leader Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has been dismissed from her shadow portfolio by Sussan Ley. The surprise decision comes amid growing tensions over the Party's direction on Indigenous affairs and constitutional
Victoria's Historic Aboriginal Treaty Referendum Set for 2026
Victoria prepares for a landmark referendum to establish Australia's first formal Aboriginal treaty, creating a permanent Indigenous representative body and embedding 'truth-telling' in the state's political framework.
Sturgeon's 'staggering lack of self-awareness' on gender reforms
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon faces a fresh wave of criticism for her defence of the SNP's controversial gender recognition reforms, with opponents labelling her comments as demonstrating a 'staggering lack of self-awareness' following the party's
Starmer Faces Backlash Over Palestine Statehood Comments
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer sparks controversy by suggesting recognition of Palestinian state before peace deal, drawing criticism from MPs and Jewish groups.
Spain's Sánchez Ultimatum to Israel Over Gaza
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez issues an ultimatum to Israel, demanding justification for its Gaza actions as Spain considers formal recognition of a Palestinian state.
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