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Quebec Police Shooting of Teen Sparks Investigation

Quebec's police watchdog is investigating after a 17-year-old boy was fatally shot by provincial police in Louiseville. The incident has sparked community outrage and calls for transparency.

Douglas Ross slams SNP over secret minister police incident

Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross accuses the SNP government of a 'culture of unaccountability' after a ministerial incident involving police was kept secret for weeks, raising serious questions about transparency at Holyrood.

Douglas Ross accuses John Swinney of 'ducking responsibility'

Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross launches a scathing attack on First Minister John Swinney, accusing him of evading accountability on key government policies and failing the Scottish people in a fiery First Minister's Questions session.

Sewage Sleuths Expose Toxic Truth About UK River Crisis

An explosive investigation by determined citizen scientists reveals how systemic sewage dumping by water companies is causing the slow, dirty death of rivers across England and Wales, with regulators accused of turning a blind eye.

Kash Patel's Explosive FBI Allegations Rock Senate Hearing

Former Trump administration official Kash Patel delivered dramatic testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee, alleging widespread political weaponisation within the FBI and making startling claims about the agency's conduct during the Trump presiden

Hillsborough Law: Duty of Candour Bill Heads to Parliament

The Hillsborough Law, a new bill mandating a legal 'duty of candour' on public officials, will be presented to Parliament. It aims to prevent future cover-ups like the one following the 1989 disaster that claimed 97 lives.

AI Housing Crisis: Australia's Looming Robodebt Disaster

Exclusive: Australian politicians are recklessly embracing AI for housing policy without proper safeguards, risking a disaster on the scale of the Robodebt scandal. Experts warn of devastating consequences for vulnerable citizens.

Starmer edited human rights manual, removing key protections

Exclusive investigation reveals how Sir Keir Starmer edited a crucial human rights manual while Director of Public Prosecutions, removing fundamental legal principles and watering down guidance on protest rights and police conduct.

Wisconsin Data Centre Plan Sparks Water War With Locals

A fierce battle erupts in Menominee, Wisconsin, as locals and officials challenge a proposed $10 billion data centre's plan to consume billions of gallons of water annually, raising alarms over environmental impact and resource strain.

UK Lawsuit Hits Fox News & Newsmax Over Election Claims

A major UK-based financial backer is suing Fox News and Newsmax in a landmark High Court case, alleging massive financial losses due to the networks' promotion of baseless 2020 US election fraud claims. The lawsuit could set a precedent for media accounta

Iowa's Agricultural Pollution Creates Water Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals how Iowa's agricultural runoff, mirroring UK environmental concerns, is creating a toxic tide of pollution, devastating waterways and posing serious public health risks.

Trump's Threat to Federal Reserve Independence

As Donald Trump threatens to undermine Federal Reserve independence, The Guardian examines why accountability, not just autonomy, is crucial for economic stability. A deep dive into the looming constitutional crisis.

Forestry Firm Slammed With Dozens of New Logging Charges

A major forestry corporation is embroiled in a significant legal battle, hit with a slew of new charges for alleged illegal logging practices. The case raises serious questions about environmental regulation and corporate accountability.

Nottingham Council's alarming boycott of local paper

Nottingham City Council's unprecedented boycott of the Nottingham Post raises serious concerns about press freedom, democratic accountability, and the dangerous blurring of lines between political grievance and civic duty.

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