Sydney's Gaza Protest Bridges Political Divide as 100,000 March
Over 100,000 people marched across Sydney Harbour Bridge in a Gaza protest that drew a diverse crowd, bridging political and social divides.
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Massive Pro-Palestine March Closes Sydney Harbour Bridge
Up to 300,000 pro-Palestine protesters march across Sydney Harbour Bridge, demanding an end to Gaza killings and Australian sanctions on Israel.
Scholars Urge UK to End Palestine Action Ban
Dozens of scholars, including Naomi Klein and Angela Davis, urge UK to reverse Palestine Action ban, calling it an attack on fundamental freedoms.
Armed Forces Charity Fun Day at Calderglen Park This Sunday
Who Dares Cares hosts its Armed Forces and Emergency Services Family Fun Day at Calderglen Country Park on Sunday, June 28, from noon to 4pm. Free entry, donations welcome.
Sadiq Khan Jokes Trump 'Has a Crush' on Him in Latest Spat
Sadiq Khan suggested Donald Trump 'has a crush' on him after the US President reignited their decade-long feud, calling Khan 'grossly incompetent' and a 'bad person.'
Islamic Call to Prayer: Should Adhan Be Banned?
A Danish politician reignites debate on banning the Adhan, citing noise and social cohesion. Church bells banned in parts of UK while ECHR protects Muslim call to prayer.
Farage Hails Reform UK's Seven Council By-Election Wins
Nigel Farage celebrated seven council by-election victories for Reform UK, including a swing from 0% to 39% in St Helens, as the party continues to lead national polls.
Ruth Jones Calls on New PM to Prioritise Animal Welfare
Labour MP Ruth Jones writes that the new Prime Minister must prioritise animal welfare, highlighting factory farming, hunting, and fur trade issues, and calls for action on manifesto commitments.
Angry Ginge Gets Threats After Confronting Racism at World Cup
YouTuber Angry Ginge says he faced online abuse after reporting a fan for racist comments at England's World Cup match against Ghana. The man was not ejected.
Isak scolds Elanga over World Cup draw unawareness
Liverpool's Alexander Isak gave Anthony Elanga a telling-off after the Newcastle winger was unaware Sweden needed only a draw to advance from Group F at the 2026 World Cup.
Teen World Cup Fan Killed in Melbourne Crash
Cesare Liberatore, 18, died in a car crash after watching the Socceroos lose to the US. Two friends were injured. His grandmother described an 'outpouring of grief' as a GoFundMe raised nearly $50,000.
Assange Joins 100,000 Pro-Palestine Marchers on Sydney Harbour Bridge
Julian Assange joins 100,000 pro-Palestine marchers on Sydney Harbour Bridge, calling for an end to Gaza killing. Police halt rally over safety concerns.
Seattle Pride Match Faces Iran and Egypt Opposition
Seattle's World Cup committee plans Pride-themed match on June 26 despite Egypt and Iran calling for cancellation of LGBTQ+ festivities around the game.
EU-Taliban Talks Risk Afghan Women's Rights
EU engagement with the Taliban without preconditions on women's rights betrays Afghan girls and women, undermining years of progress. The Guardian argues this 'pragmatism' is a dangerous sellout.
Fake Parking Fines Stunt Causes Distress in Liverpool
The ASA ruled that Golf Fang's fake parking ticket leaflets, resembling official fines, caused unjustified distress to drivers in Liverpool and other UK cities, breaching advertising rules.
Builders March to End Violence Against Women in London
Construction workers marched 10km through London to demand men do more to end violence against women and girls, joining families of victims and stopping at building sites en route to Downing Street.
Burnham Already Like Starmer, Says GB News Host
GB News presenter Nana Akua says Andy Burnham is on the same track as Keir Starmer, citing U-turns on EU and warning he must call a general election or be stopped.
Nicola Jennings cartoon: Andy Burnham and Labour
Cartoonist Nicola Jennings depicts Andy Burnham as a tightrope walker over a chasm of Labour divisions, capturing his balancing act between party loyalty and regional ambitions.
Scrap Westminster Whipping System, Say Letter Writers
Letter writers propose limiting whipping to manifesto pledges and introducing secret votes to reduce executive control and empower MPs and constituents.
Islamophobia: Political Rhetoric Fuelling Hate Crime
Attacks on Muslims in Edinburgh and elsewhere highlight growing fear. Record hate crimes in UK and US linked to political rhetoric, with 56% of British Muslims reporting prejudice in the past year.
Pauline Hanson's Cultural Vision Under Scrutiny
A cartoon by First Dog on the Moon questions what kind of culture Pauline Hanson actually wants for Australia, highlighting contradictions in her political stance.
How the US bypasses British courts to try its military in UK
US military personnel in the UK can be tried by courts martial under a 1951 agreement, bypassing British courts even for off-duty crimes like sexual assault. The system faces growing scrutiny.
Liberal MP: Hanson's Monoculture Vision 'Deeply Weird'
Liberal frontbencher James Paterson criticizes Pauline Hanson's call for a 'monocultural' Australia as 'deeply weird', highlighting Australia's multilingual heritage.
Seattle Pride World Cup Match Proceeds Despite Egypt Iran Backlash
Seattle's World Cup committee proceeds with Pride Match celebrations for Egypt v Iran on June 26, despite backlash from both teams and calls to cancel LGBTQ+ events.
Tommy Robinson: Far-Right Activist Who May Have Cost TV Host Job
Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, is a far-right anti-Islamic activist whose interview with Karl Stefanovic may cost the Australian TV host his job. He founded the English Defence League and has multiple convictions.
Morrisons monkey toy in world foods aisle sparks racism row
Morrisons has apologised after a customer found a monkey teething toy placed next to African and Caribbean food in its Brentford store, calling it a 'racist joke'.
Women's 'No' Instinct a Self-Preservation Response, Study Finds
Women are instinctively hard-wired to say 'no' to men as a natural self-preservation response, according to a new study. The 'female genius' instinct triggers a snap refusal to test men's intentions, with up to 75% of first 'no's later becoming 'yes'.
Carol Vorderman Blasts Criticism Over Her Polyamorous Love Life
Carol Vorderman, 65, defends her polyamorous lifestyle with three 'special friends' after facing criticism, saying she's been called 'every name under the sun' but is happier than ever.
West Midlands Police Apologises to LGBTQ+ Community for Past Wrongs
West Midlands Police Acting Chief Constable Scott Green issued a landmark apology to the LGBTQ+ community for historic mistreatment, admitting laws were wrongly used to target gay and bisexual men, following years of lobbying by Birmingham Pride.
Sephora Launches Quiet Hours in All Stores for Inclusivity
Sephora introduces 'quiet hours' globally, reducing music and screen brightness to create a calmer shopping environment, following a successful pilot in 32 stores across eight markets.
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