Afghanistan's total internet blackout enters second week
Afghanistan faces a complete communications collapse as the Taliban-enforced internet blackout continues, severing millions from vital services and global connectivity.
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Stokes expands media empire with Southern Cross acquisition
Australian billionaire Kerry Stokes expands his media dominance through Seven West Media's strategic takeover of Southern Cross Austereo, reshaping the broadcasting landscape.
Taliban Enforces Total Internet Blackout in Afghanistan
The Taliban regime has severed Afghanistan's internet connectivity, isolating 40 million people from the world in what experts call one of the most severe digital crackdowns in modern history.
Premier League clubs in DWP benefits crackdown talks
Exclusive: Top-flight football clubs are in discussions with the Department for Work and Pensions to help identify benefit claimants who might be secretly earning from playing semi-professional football.
Trump brands Antifa as domestic terrorists
President Trump signs sweeping executive order designating Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization, launching unprecedented crackdown on militant anarchist groups across the United States.
Trump Immigration Crackdown Sparks Fierce Backlash
Leading immigrant rights organisations condemn the Trump administration's sweeping new enforcement measures, warning of widespread fear and constitutional overreach.
China's 'Temple Economy' Rocked by Scandals and Crackdown
A series of high-profile scandals involving China's wealthy religious leaders is shaking public faith and forcing a government crackdown on the lucrative 'temple economy'.
Megyn Kelly slams 'dangerous' free speech crackdown
Former Fox News host Megyn Kelly and ex-Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi launch a scathing critique on the 'weaponisation' of government against free speech, warning of a chilling effect on American liberties.
Iran cracks down on children dancing at amusement park
Iranian authorities have launched a severe crackdown after a video surfaced showing boys and girls dancing together alongside an unveiled woman at a Tehran amusement park, sparking international condemnation.
Pussy Riot Members Jailed for Anti-War Protest
Two members of the Russian protest group Pussy Riot have been sentenced to prison for an anti-war performance in a Moscow supermarket, amid a continued Kremlin crackdown on dissent over the Ukraine invasion.
Trump's 'Welcome' Directive Triggers S Korea Worker Crackdown
A controversial US immigration directive from Donald Trump is cited as a key trigger for a sweeping South Korean crackdown on illegal workers, resulting in mass arrests and industry turmoil.
Inside Israel's Media Bubble: A Tale of Two Realities
An in-depth analysis reveals how Israel's tightly controlled media environment and sophisticated digital strategy create a starkly different reality for its citizens, challenging global diplomacy and the very nature of modern warfare.
Right-Wing Media’s Systematic Assault on US Journalism Exposed
A damning new report reveals how a powerful network of right-wing news outlets, led by figures like Steve Bannon and Charlie Kirk, is systematically eroding trust in mainstream journalism and democratic institutions across the United States.
Turkish opposition mayor detained in corruption probe
Hasan Mutlu, the CHP mayor of Van, has been arrested on corruption charges in a move critics label a politically motivated assault on Turkey's opposition ahead of key elections.
Paramount Agrees to £2.4bn Skydance Merger, Ends Redstone Era
In a dramatic media industry shake-up, Paramount Global agrees to a monumental £2.4 billion merger with Skydance Media, shutting out a rival bid from Warner Bros Discovery and concluding the Redstone family's decades-long control.
Trump admin threatens visa bans for assassination joke makers
The Trump administration issues a stern warning to foreign nationals making light of political violence, specifically targeting those joking about the assassination of commentator Charlie Kirk. Officials threaten visa cancellations and travel bans.
Global Vape Raids: Millions of Illegal E-Cigs Seized
UK authorities launch a major crackdown on illicit vaping, seizing millions of illegal e-cigarettes in coordinated raids from Bondi to Chicago. Discover the scale of the operation and the global black market it targets.
Glasgow's migrant crisis: SNP warns of humanitarian disaster
Glasgow's SNP leader issues a stark warning that the city is on the brink of a migrant disaster, unable to cope with a surge in homeless refugees following Labour's hotel crackdown. Exclusive analysis reveals the mounting pressure on Scotland's largest ci
JD Vance pledges sweeping crackdown on US urban crime
JD Vance, Donald Trump's vice-presidential nominee, unveils a hardline policy to combat urban crime, pledging a new era of law and order and targeting progressive district attorneys.
Sunak's radical plan to overhaul UK's sick note system
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces a radical crackdown on Britain's sick note culture, aiming to overhaul the welfare system and reduce the record number of people deemed unfit for work.
Trump's Mass Immigration Raids Sweep Massachusetts
Exclusive report on the Trump administration's aggressive new immigration enforcement tactics in Massachusetts, featuring mass arrests, controversial tactics, and mounting legal challenges.
Mass Grave Uncovered Beneath Iranian Car Park
A grim secret has been unearthed in the Iranian city of Abadan, where a car park was found to be hiding a mass grave believed to contain victims of the Islamic Republic's brutal crackdown on dissent.
Sky's Urgent Warning Over Illegal Free Streaming Risks
Sky has launched a major crackdown on illegal streaming, specifically targeting services like StreamEast. Millions of UK viewers using free streams for Premier League and blockbuster movies are at risk of severe penalties, including fines and internet sus
FBI Vehicles Exposed in Washington DC Security Breach
A major security lapse in Washington DC has exposed multiple FBI vehicles, raising serious concerns about operational safety during a high-profile anti-crime initiative.
Trump's Armed Immigration Squads & Visa Crackdown Plan
Exclusive details reveal Donald Trump's planned second-term immigration crackdown, involving armed 'fugitive operations' teams and a radical visa review, signalling a dramatic shift in US policy with potential repercussions for UK-US relations.
Motorcyclist arrested in London under immigration crackdown
A motorcyclist's routine shopping trip in East London ended in arrest as UK authorities intensify efforts to detain undocumented migrants. The incident sparks fresh debate over the government's controversial new enforcement measures.
HMRC targets sub-£100k earners in tax crackdown
HMRC is dramatically expanding its tax crackdown, using new digital powers to investigate thousands more taxpayers, including those earning less than £100,000. Discover how you could be affected.
Trump's Mass Bail Denials Trap Thousands in US Detention
Exclusive investigation reveals the Trump administration's systematic denial of bail to immigration detainees, creating a hidden crisis in US detention facilities and overwhelming the legal system.
Trump's ICE raids target Washington DC restaurants in immigration crackdown
Former President Donald Trump's administration has launched aggressive ICE raids targeting Washington DC's restaurant industry, sparking protests and condemnation from local officials and business owners.
Obama's Secret Chicago Crime Crackdown Before Trump Revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals how the Obama administration launched a covert anti-crime task force in Chicago, a controversial legacy that continues to shape US urban policing strategies today.
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