Birkenhead Shortlisted for £3m UK Town of Culture Award
Birkenhead has been shortlisted for the inaugural UK Town of Culture award, beating over 400 applicants. The winner receives a £3m grant for a 2028 cultural programme.
Category : Activism
Undercover Eco Protest Spy Unmasked As Paedophile
Nick Gratwick, convicted of 38 paedophile offences, was a police informer who spied on UK environmental activists in the 1990s and 2000s.
Greta Thunberg Joins Gaza Aid Flotilla Activists
Greta Thunberg joins activists in a flotilla from Barcelona to break the siege of Gaza, with dozens of vessels expected from Mediterranean ports.
Father of Groomed Daughter Runs for Mayor in Manchester
Marlon West, Restore Britain candidate, reveals his 14-year-old daughter was groomed, trafficked, and raped, and institutions failed her. He vows to hold services accountable if elected mayor.
Antisemitism Envoy Seeks ABC and SBS Oversight on Israel Coverage
Australia's antisemitism envoy Jillian Segal told the royal commission she wants a new oversight committee to vet ABC and SBS Israel coverage, while the ABC editorial director disagreed with claims of disproportionate reporting.
Wimbledon 2026: Carayol on Tennis Access, Talent, and Stars
Guardian tennis reporter Tumaini Carayol answers key Wimbledon questions: Is top-level tennis only for the wealthy? Can Gauff win her first title? Is Sinner ready for Djokovic?
FTC Consumer Chief Defends Record, Warns of Summer Crackdown
FTC consumer protection head Chris Mufarrige says doubters should look at his agency's record and expect more tough consumer-friendly moves this summer, despite challenges from Trump administration policies.
NSW spent hundreds of thousands on failed protest law defence
The NSW government has spent over $300,000 on legal fees defending anti-protest laws that were struck down as unconstitutional, including $117,455 on a single challenge.
Infantino World Cup Conspiracy Theory Shared
Joe Cole and Gary Lineker playfully suggest FIFA president Gianni Infantino appears on screen during every World Cup match, sparking a conspiracy theory. Infantino has taken over 27 flights and attended two matches daily.
Kenyan Activist Boniface Mwangi Arrested on Terror Charges
Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi arrested on terror charges over June protests; denies allegations, sparking online outcry.
Sydney Opera House Palestine Protest Blocked by Court
NSW Court of Appeal bans pro-Palestine march to Sydney Opera House, ruling attendees could face contempt of court over safety concerns.
Meghan Markle's 'revenge plot' would devastate King Charles
King Charles hasn't seen his youngest grandchildren since 2022. Royal expert Rob Shuter claims Meghan Markle has vowed never to bring Archie and Lilibet to the UK again, devastating the King.
Meghan Markle Vows Never to See Royal Family Again After Snub
Meghan Markle has reportedly vowed never to see the Royal Family again after Buckingham Palace declined to host Prince Harry for his UK trip, calling it 'one insult too many.'
Human fox joins Count Binface against Farage in Clacton
A wildlife campaigner dressed as a fox is standing against Nigel Farage in the Clacton by-election, joining Count Binface to protest Farage's record on animal welfare and hunting.
Bimini leads rally against GB News over LGBT+ comments
RuPaul's Drag Race star Bimini and Green Party leader Zack Polanski have called on Ofcom to investigate GB News after a guest appeared to link LGBT+ people to paedophilia during a Pride debate.
Rupert Lowe: Dunblane massacre was 'one murder'
Restore Britain leader Rupert Lowe has sparked outrage after describing the 1996 Dunblane school massacre, which killed 17, as 'one murder' on The Joe Rogan Experience.
Kickabout Decline: 48% of Brits Haven't Kicked a Ball in 6 Months
Despite World Cup fever, 48% of British adults haven't kicked a ball in six months, citing lack of time. Carlsberg launches Goal Posters to encourage spontaneous kickabouts.
Alton Towers Visitor Describes 'Horrific' Queues and 'Chaos'
A TikTok user filmed 'horrific' scenes at Alton Towers, with queue times up to 120 minutes. The park advises early arrival and Fastrack options as summer crowds grow.
Starmer Hints at Bank Holiday for England World Cup Win (09.07.2026)
Sir Keir Starmer has hinted at an extra bank holiday if England win the World Cup, as the team prepares for a quarter-final clash with Norway. The next scheduled bank holiday is August 31.
Greta Thunberg Joins Second Climate Protest in London This Week
Greta Thunberg joins Fossil Free London protest at JP Morgan in Canary Wharf, demanding action on fossil fuel financing.
Ex-Cop Urges Youth to Save Lives After Amen Teklay Tragedy
Ex-chief inspector Graham Goulden, a violence reduction expert, urges young people to intervene early to prevent knife crime, following the fatal stabbing of 15-year-old Amen Teklay in Glasgow.
Bianca Jagger Backs Balcombe Anti-Fracking Protesters
Bianca Jagger supports Balcombe anti-fracking protests delaying Cuadrilla's drilling.
Starmer hints at extra bank holiday for England World Cup win
Sir Keir Starmer has hinted that an England World Cup victory could result in an additional bank holiday, as the Three Lions prepare to face Norway in the quarter-finals.
Fans Urge King Charles Not to Meet Prince Harry
A Daily Express poll of 5,621 voters shows 4,782 (85%) urge King Charles not to meet Prince Harry during his UK visit for Invictus Games, citing trust issues.
Strengthen Human Rights Protections, Urge Academics on Turkey
Prof Philip Leach and Prof Başak Çalı call for governments to give teeth to the European Convention on Human Rights, citing Osman Kavala's detention despite ECtHR orders.
Clergyman Who Affirmed Gay Friendships Remembered
The Rev Malcolm Johnson, a clergyman who affirmed gay friendships and worked with the homeless, is remembered for his bravery in the 1987 General Synod debate on human sexuality.
Cartoon: Farage Takes on the Establishment
Ben Jennings' cartoon depicts Nigel Farage challenging the establishment, highlighting his populist stance and the political divide in the UK.
Over 800 Racist Incidents in Cardiff Schools in One Year
More than 800 incidents of racism were recorded in Cardiff schools between June 2025 and June 2026, prompting calls for urgent action from anti-racism charities.
Meghan Markle Protects Brand by Skipping UK Trip, Says Expert
A PR expert says Meghan Markle's decision to skip Prince Harry's UK trip is a smart move to protect her brand, allowing Harry to focus on the Invictus Games without distraction.
Balogun Scandal Shows How Fifa Can Break Football
Trump's intervention to overturn Folarin Balogun's red card at the 2026 World Cup exposes Fifa's corruption under Gianni Infantino, turning football into scripted entertainment.
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