Government Plans to Scrape Jury Trials Raise Concerns
The UK government's controversial proposals to remove jury trials in serious fraud cases sparks debate about democracy and justice. Explore what this means for your legal rights.
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Zohran Mamdani: Breaking the Democratic Machine
Progressive insurgent Zohran Mamdani's stunning victory over establishment Democrats reveals how grassroots movements are transforming American politics from the ground up.
Zohran Mamdani's NY Victory: Democratic Revival Blueprint
Zohran Mamdani's stunning election victory in New York offers Democrats a blueprint for progressive success and party renewal in challenging political times.
Labour's employment rights bill transforms UK workplace
The Labour government's landmark employment rights bill promises the biggest shake-up of workplace protections in decades, challenging the Tory legacy and empowering British workers.
Zohran Mamdani: Socialist Voice for Muslim & African Rights
Progressive lawmaker Zohran Mamdani is reshaping New York politics through bold advocacy for Muslim rights, African diaspora communities, and transformative economic policies that challenge establishment norms.
Zohran Mamdani: Socialist Star Reshaping US Politics
Meet Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic Socialist reshaping American politics with radical housing reforms and challenging establishment norms. Discover how this Queens assemblyman is becoming an unlikely star.
Socialist Mamdani Wins NYC Primary in Democratic Upset
Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani secures decisive victory in New York Assembly race, defeating moderate challenger in contest that exposed party divisions and drew intervention from former Governor Andrew Cuomo.
NY Socialist Revolution Sparks Democratic Civil War
Exclusive analysis reveals how Shahana Hanif and Yemenia 'Yemi' Mamdani's socialist uprising in New York has ignited civil war among Democrats, while Donald Trump watches with quiet satisfaction from the sidelines.
Zohran Mamdani's Democratic Socialist Victory Shakes US Politics
New York's political landscape transforms as democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani claims decisive victory, challenging establishment politics and signalling progressive movement's growing strength.
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Election Ignites Political Firestorm
A pivotal Pennsylvania Supreme Court election has ignited fierce political battles as Democrats and Republicans clash over the future of abortion rights, election laws, and the state's judicial landscape.
Newsom's Proposition 50: Democrats' New Hope
Governor Gavin Newsom's controversial Proposition 50 initiative is creating shockwaves across US politics, offering Democrats a potential path to counter Republican election tactics. This deep dive examines the high-stakes battle unfolding in California.
Obama's Stark Warning to Democratic Party
Former President Barack Obama delivers urgent message to Democrats about party unity, electoral strategy, and the future direction ahead of crucial political battles.
Three arrested in Westminster Supreme Court protest clash
Dramatic scenes unfolded outside the Supreme Court as trans rights activists and women's rights campaigners clashed, leading to three arrests. The confrontation erupted following a landmark ruling on gender recognition laws.
California's Gerrymandering Showdown: Prop 50 Explained
As California voters face a critical decision on Proposition 50, experts warn that partisan gerrymandering threatens the very foundations of democratic representation. Discover how this landmark proposal could reshape American politics.
Senators Investigate ICE's Full-Body Restraint Use
Democratic senators launch investigation into ICE's escalating use of full-body restraints on immigrants, citing 'excessive and dangerous' practices that violate human rights.
Louisiana and Virginia Redraw Congressional Districts
Major redistricting developments in Louisiana and Virginia could reshape the balance of power in Congress, with significant implications for Black voter representation and Democratic prospects.
Democratic Party's Civil War: Mamdani's Radical Vision
New York State Assembly member Zohran Mamdani is challenging the Democratic establishment with bold progressive policies, creating internal conflict over the party's future direction.
Trans activists plot to disrupt women's rights march in Edinburgh
Women's rights campaigners in Scotland face organised opposition from trans activists planning to 'drown out' their Edinburgh march, prompting calls for First Minister John Swinney to uphold sex-based protections.
Government Courts Bill Sparks Protest Rights Backlash
Ministers accused of 'draconian' power grab as new legislation threatens to criminalise peaceful protests and grant sweeping powers to restrict demonstrations across England and Wales.
Jeffries endorses progressive Mamdani in shock Democratic move
House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries breaks with establishment tradition to endorse progressive Zohran Mamdani against incumbent Democrat Grace Meng, signalling major shift in party dynamics ahead of 2025 elections.
UK bill grants legal rights to nature
A revolutionary bill introduced in Parliament could transform Britain's environmental protection by granting ecosystems legal personhood rights, following global precedents.
McVey: Prisoners should never get vote
Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.
Transgender man wins landmark pregnancy rights case
In a groundbreaking legal decision, a transgender man has won his appeal after the High Court ruled that wanting to conceive and carry a baby is not incompatible with living as a man. This landmark case sets a significant precedent for transgender rights
Arizona Democrats forced to vote in Republican primaries
In a controversial political manoeuvre, Arizona Democrats are being compelled to vote in Republican primaries, creating a political paradox that's drawing national attention and expert criticism.
Polanski's fiery Commons speech slams government direction
Zack Polanski delivers powerful critique of government policies in emotional House of Commons address, warning of democratic backsliding and calling for urgent change.
Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
In a landmark ruling, the US Supreme Court has fundamentally weakened the Voting Rights Act, raising alarm about minority voter protections and the future of electoral fairness in America.
Colombia court protects Afro-indigenous community in Bogotá
In a historic decision, Colombia's highest court has intervened to protect the ancestral rights of an Afro-indigenous community facing displacement from their spiritual heartland in the nation's capital.
Political Etiquette: Democracy's Silent Threat
As American democracy faces unprecedented challenges, an over-reliance on political etiquette and procedural norms is creating dangerous vulnerabilities. This analysis reveals why being 'polite' might be the greatest threat to democratic survival.
France's Democratic Crisis: Warning for Britain
As France faces a profound crisis of political faith, experts warn that democratic collapse is no longer a distant threat but an imminent danger facing nations worldwide, including the UK.
NSW Court Ruling Threatens Peaceful Protest Rights
A landmark legal decision in New South Wales could dramatically reshape protest rights, raising alarm among civil liberties groups about the future of democratic dissent.
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