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M&S Chairman Faces Major Shareholder Revolt

Marks & Spencer confronts a significant shareholder rebellion as nearly 23% of investors vote against the re-election of Chairman Stuart Rose, citing governance concerns over his combined role with the CEO.

Tesla Shares Crash After Musk's $56bn Pay Deal Rejected

Tesla faces a staggering $50bn market valuation loss as shareholders reject Elon Musk's colossal $56bn pay package, triggering a dramatic share price collapse and raising serious corporate governance concerns.

Anglo American Rejects £34bn BHP Takeover Bid

London-listed mining titan Anglo American has emphatically rejected a colossal £34 billion takeover proposal from Australian rival BHP, branding the bid 'highly unattractive' and opportunistic. The deal would have created a global mining behemoth.

Anglo American Plans Breakup to Fend Off BHP Takeover Bid

In a dramatic move to repel a £34bn hostile bid from BHP, mining giant Anglo American unveils a sweeping strategic overhaul, including the spin-off of its diamond unit De Beers and plans to divest its steelmaking coal and platinum businesses.

Court Voids Elon Musk's $56bn Tesla Pay Package

A Delaware judge has struck down Elon Musk's unprecedented $56bn Tesla compensation package, labelling it an 'unfathomable sum' and ruling the approval process was deeply flawed.

Elon Musk's £44bn Tesla pay package approved by shareholders

Tesla shareholders have overwhelmingly approved Elon Musk's colossal £44 billion compensation package, reinstating the largest CEO pay deal in corporate history after a legal battle. The vote signals strong investor confidence in Musk's leadership despite

Green Party's Polanski slams 'undemocratic' UK electoral system

Zack Polanski, deputy leader of the Green Party, has launched a scathing attack on the UK's First Past the Post system, calling it a 'barrier to democracy' and vowing to fight for proportional representation ahead of the next general election.

Trump's Dangerous War on US Statistics and Data

An alarming analysis reveals how Donald Trump's systematic assault on US federal statistics corrupts policymaking, endangers the economy, and weakens America's standing on the world stage, drawing parallels to authoritarian regimes.

Trump's 'Day One Dictator' Blueprint Exposed

Exclusive analysis reveals Donald Trump's explicit plans to assume unprecedented 'personal' control over the Justice Department and federal agencies, dismantling decades of US democratic norms and civil service independence.

Pritzker Slams Trump's 'Dangerous' Chicago Rally Rhetoric

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has issued a stern condemnation of Donald Trump's inflammatory rhetoric during his recent Chicago rally, warning of the grave threat it poses to democratic institutions and public safety.

Bukele calls Spanish press 'enemies of democracy'

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele sparks international outcry after labelling Spanish journalists 'enemies of democracy' in a fiery tirade, drawing parallels to Trump's media attacks and raising press freedom alarms.

Trump's Smithsonian Threat: An Attack on History

Donald Trump's recent pledge to dismantle the Smithsonian Institution isn't just about museums; it's a direct assault on factual history, academic freedom, and the very pillars of an informed democracy. This analysis delves into why this threat matters fo

Bill Gates' Secret Climate Network Exposed

An investigation reveals how Bill Gates is orchestrating a massive climate policy influence campaign through a network of NGOs, raising questions about billionaire power in democratic processes.

Farage Condemned for 'BBC Threat to Democracy' Comment

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces a storm of criticism after declaring the BBC a 'threat to our democracy' and defending his controversial 'bad apples' comment during a fiery BBC Question Time special.

Sunak accused of 'dictator' tactics over watchdog purge

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces a furious backlash after quietly scrapping seven independent parliamentary watchdogs in a move branded 'deeply sinister' and 'dictator-esque' by MPs and transparency campaigners.

UK Parliament Debates Lowering Voting Age to 16

A landmark proposal to extend the voting franchise to 16 and 17-year-olds in UK general elections is gaining momentum in Westminster, sparking a national debate on youth representation and democratic engagement.

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