A Guardian journalist recounts being stopped and searched by Victoria Police under controversial new powers. Read her first-hand account of the encounter and its implications for civil liberties.
Victoria Police can randomly stop and search anyone in inner Melbourne until May 2026 without warrants, sparking racial profiling concerns from legal groups and Senator Lidia Thorpe.
Victoria Police will use expanded weapon search powers during anticipated clashes between anti-immigration demonstrators and counter-protesters in Melbourne's CBD this Sunday.
Police intensify the search for four-year-old Gus Lamont, who vanished from his grandparents' remote station two months ago. New efforts focus on remote mine shafts. Follow for updates.
Charles Hosch, 67, disappeared while hiking the Byron Herbert Reece Trail near Blood Mountain. The experienced hiker and SMU professor was last seen on November 11. Authorities urge public help.
A large-scale search operation is underway off the north-west coast of Ireland for a missing UK Navy crew member last seen on Friday night. Follow the latest updates.
Conservative MPs call for urgent policy reversal following brutal knife attack on Huntingdon train as police powers debate intensifies
Grieving brother demands police reform after his sister's tragic death following traumatic stop-and-search incident that left car window smashed in freezing weather
A massive air and sea search continues for two fishermen missing off Queensland's coast after their boat was found abandoned near Hinchinbrook Island. Kealin Paul and John Francisco haven't been seen since Friday.
Exclusive updates on the intensive search for 19-year-old Jay Slater, who vanished during a holiday in Tenerife. Family makes emotional plea as Spanish authorities continue mountain rescue operation.
Radical new police powers are being rolled out across Britain, allowing officers to search suspects without reasonable grounds in designated areas. The controversial expansion aims to tackle knife crime but raises serious civil liberties concerns.
Donald Trump's controversial proposal to demolish the White House East Wing for an extravagant ballroom has ignited fierce debate about presidential powers and heritage protection in Washington DC.
In a significant reversal, former President Donald Trump has abandoned his controversial plan to send federal troops into San Francisco, following intense backlash from California officials and legal experts.
Australian police intensify their search for Colleen Walker as new environmental laws spark political debate between Labor and Coalition.
Former President Donald Trump's bizarre late-night social media tirade suggesting he'd demolish parts of the White House if re-elected has drawn widespread condemnation and raised serious questions about his fitness for office.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan urges Labour leadership to devolve significant new powers to the capital, including control over business rates and rental market regulations.
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's allies are preparing radical plans to invoke emergency powers for overturning future election results, with a Virginia-based operative at the heart of the controversial strategy.
Labour reveals concerning government documents showing Whitehall's systematic erosion of devolved powers across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
The UK Government has prevented Scottish ministers from attending a major international trade summit in Canada, sparking fresh tensions over foreign relations powers.
Tensions reached boiling point in Parliament as MPs engaged in a heated confrontation over devolution settlement changes, with accusations of constitutional power grabs and broken promises flying across the chamber.
Exclusive details emerge about Donald Trump's alleged plans to demolish and rebuild the White House East Wing, raising questions about presidential powers and historical preservation.
A federal appeals court delivers a stunning blow to presidential power, ruling that Donald Trump exceeded his authority by deploying National Guard troops to Portland during 2020 protests.
Former President Donald Trump vows to send military forces into San Francisco to address homelessness and crime if re-elected, sparking constitutional debate and local outrage.
HMRC gains controversial new authority to directly recover unpaid tax debts from millions of bank accounts without court orders, raising serious concerns about financial safeguards and taxpayer rights.
The ageless actress shares her photography tips while showcasing her incredible figure in a skimpy blue bikini during sunny English countryside retreat
Ex-President Donald Trump reportedly eyes using the Insurrection Act to deploy troops in Democratic cities like San Francisco, raising constitutional concerns about military power in domestic affairs.
US political tensions explode as Democrats condemn Donald Trump's government shutdown threats and 'no kings' rhetoric, warning of democratic backsliding ahead of critical elections.
Exclusive: Millions of Universal Credit claimants face unprecedented financial scrutiny as DWP demands access to nearly a decade of banking history in new fraud prevention measures.
Former President Donald Trump makes bold constitutional statement during Pennsylvania rally as nationwide campus protests continue, drawing both support and criticism.
HM Revenue & Customs gains controversial authority to recover tax debts directly from personal bank accounts without court orders, raising privacy and fairness concerns across Britain.