Basketball Hall of Famer Dwight Howard suggests a year of compulsory service for all Americans. The ex-Laker's proposal, mirroring nations like Israel, has ignited fierce online debate. Discover the divided reaction.
Basketball Hall of Famer Dwight Howard has ignited a fierce debate by suggesting the US should enforce a year of compulsory military service. Discover the divided reaction.
The DWP has updated guidance on benefit overpayments, warning claimants they may have to repay money even for departmental mistakes. Learn your rights and the new waiver process.
EasyJet alerts UK tourists to a new mandatory travel insurance rule for Georgia from 2026. Learn the coverage requirements and avoid entry denial.
The DWP has admitted people with serious or terminal illnesses may be chased for benefit overpayments caused by official mistakes. Find out your rights and how to challenge a decision.
The BBC pledges a full editorial review of its Middle East reporting after an internal investigation uncovers significant mistakes and bias in its Gaza war coverage. Discover the key findings.
UFO sightings skyrocket by 75% on Christmas Day. Experts reveal the surprising festive reasons behind the annual alien encounter surge. Read the full report.
New data reveals a drop in successful PIP appeals. Experts highlight four critical errors applicants make, from language to evidence, that can lead to claim rejection.
A damning review reveals 18 missed opportunities to stop Australia's worst paedophile, Ashley Griffith, earlier. A reportable conduct scheme could have saved children. Read the full investigation.
Iranian judiciary arrests two marathon organisers after images show unveiled female competitors. The incident highlights the ongoing struggle over mandatory hijab laws in Iran. Read the full report.
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum that could compel women to undertake national service, a move testing European views on civic duty during the Ukraine war.
UK childcare centres will close early five times a year for compulsory staff safety training from February. Learn how this protects children from abuse.
Fifty campaign groups demand an end to police revealing suspects' race, warning it fuels prejudice and falsely links ethnicity with criminality. Read the full story.
Political reporter Olivia Nuzzi's memoir revelations about RFK Jr spark media ethics debate as trust in US press hits record low. Explore the fallout.
Formula 1 introduces a mandatory two-pit-stop rule for the 2025 Qatar Grand Prix due to high tyre wear concerns at Lusail. Learn more about the safety changes.
Over 320 UK charities condemn government plans to force asylum seekers to volunteer for settlement, calling the policy exploitative and un-British. Read their full response.
Target implements strict '10-4' programme requiring staff to smile at customers within 10 feet and offer help within 4 feet. Critics call it 'mandatory happiness' during holiday rush.
Remembering the groundbreaking career of Richard Gott, the Guardian journalist whose unconventional approach and refusal to court power made him one of Britain's most respected foreign correspondents.
Crimestoppers launches urgent campaign in Birmingham amid rising crime concerns, offering complete anonymity for those reporting criminal activity in their communities.
Exclusive investigation reveals how intensive livestock farms across Britain are avoiding mandatory climate emissions declarations, raising serious questions about environmental accountability.
New Yorkers are capitalising on a controversial environmental law that pays citizens to report idling commercial vehicles, creating a new wave of eco-whistleblowers and sparking debate about the programme's ethics and effectiveness.
HMRC launches new digital reporting requirements for online sellers using platforms like Vinted and Depop. Find out if you need to complete a tax return and avoid potential penalties.
Exclusive investigation reveals Pentagon's failure to report Maine mass shooter Robert Card to FBI database, raising serious questions about US military protocols and public safety.
Celebrating the life and legacy of David Gow, The Guardian's esteemed European editor whose sharp analysis and deep understanding of EU affairs informed British readers for decades.
Exclusive frontline report reveals how Ukrainian soldiers are deploying advanced drone technology to devastating effect against Russian invaders, changing modern warfare forever.
Homeowners in Union County's Stonebridge development face legal action after refusing to pay controversial annual amenities fees for facilities many claim they don't use or want.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces groundbreaking plans to regulate estate agents through mandatory licensing, aiming to clean up the property market and prevent rogue practices that cost consumers millions.
A Fox Weather broadcasting team experienced every journalist's nightmare when the very house they were reporting from was destroyed by Hurricane Melissa's fury during a live broadcast, capturing terrifying moments of the storm's devastating power.
BBC journalist Edward Lawrence was detained and interrogated at Heathrow Airport under Schedule 7 of the Terrorism Act after reporting from China, sparking serious concerns about press freedom in the UK.
The Guardian US expands its investigative science coverage with the strategic hire of Michelle R. Smith, a renowned journalist with proven expertise in public health and environmental investigations.