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50 Years of Rejection: Surprising Wisdom

After half a century facing countless rejections, one writer reveals the counterintuitive lessons that transformed setbacks into strength and authenticity into power.

Driving lesson costs accelerate by 30% in UK

Aspiring drivers across Britain face a financial roadblock as driving lesson prices surge by nearly a third in just two years, with average costs now reaching £35 per hour amid intense demand and instructor shortages.

Automatic Driving Lessons Surge as Manual Gearshifts Decline

A seismic shift is transforming UK driving tuition. New data reveals automatic cars are now the vehicle of choice for learners, signalling the end of the road for manual transmission dominance. Discover why instructors are adapting to this electric future

Swim instructor jailed for child sex abuse

A Nova Scotia swimming instructor has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for a horrific campaign of sexual abuse against multiple young children entrusted to his care.

35 Life Lessons I Wish I'd Known at 25

At 35, one woman shares the powerful, hard-won wisdom on relationships, career moves, and self-discovery she desperately wishes she could tell her younger self.

UK Parliament Debates Lowering Voting Age to 16

A landmark proposal to extend the voting franchise to 16 and 17-year-olds in UK general elections is gaining momentum in Westminster, sparking a national debate on youth representation and democratic engagement.

Serbia's Democracy Crisis: Why the EU Must Not Look Away

As pro-democracy demonstrations sweep Serbia, this analysis delves into the political crisis, the battle for free media, and the crucial role the European Union must play in defending democratic values in the Balkans.

UK Bus Crisis: Selfish Passengers Force Cancellations

A perfect storm of 'selfish' passenger behaviour and a critical driver shortage is crippling Britain's bus network, leading to mass cancellations and disrupted commutes. Operators are now forced to hold 'queuing lessons' as tensions rise.

Trump's Authoritarian Blueprint for Power Exposed

A deep dive into the philosophical underpinnings of Trump's second-term agenda, revealing a systematic plan to dismantle democratic institutions and consolidate power in the executive branch, with stark warnings for the future of American democracy.

Texas Republicans Pass 'Gerrymandered' Congressional Map

Texas Republicans have pushed through a highly controversial, gerrymandered congressional map, cementing their grip on power and diluting the voting power of minority communities. The move has ignited fierce legal challenges and accusations of undermining

Obama Challenges Gerrymandering in California and Texas

Former US President Barack Obama re-enters the political fray, endorsing a landmark ballot measure in California and backing Democratic efforts to challenge gerrymandered maps in Texas, signalling a major push for fairer elections ahead of the 2026 midter

Sunak's 'Dictator-Style' Plan Sparks Fury

Rishi Sunak faces a furious backlash from MPs and constitutional experts after unveiling a controversial 10-point plan for the future, with critics branding it 'authoritarian' and a direct assault on British democratic principles.

Newsom Accuses Trump of 'Political Violence'

California Governor Gavin Newsom launches a blistering attack on Donald Trump, labelling him a direct threat to democracy and accusing him of inciting 'political violence' in a major pre-2028 presidential election speech.

HK activist Tony Chung gets UK asylum

Tony Chung, a prominent Hong Kong pro-democracy activist, has been granted asylum in the UK after fleeing charges under the city's controversial national security law.

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