De Gaulle's 1958 Revolution: Birth of France's Fifth Republic
France adopted the Fifth Republic constitution on 4 October 1958, creating a hybrid presidential-parliamentary system with strong executive powers.
Category : Constitution
Hungary Proposes Eight-Year Term Limit for Prime Ministers
Hungary's new government proposes eight-year term limit for PMs, barring Viktor Orbán from returning to power.
Stars Who Said No to Knighthoods and OBEs
From David Bowie to Benjamin Zephaniah, celebrities who turned down royal honours for personal, political, or principled reasons.
Trump Warns of 'Ultimate Alternative' as Iran Deal Nears
Donald Trump says a peace deal with Iran will be signed within hours, opening the Strait of Hormuz, but warns of an 'ultimate alternative' if talks fail.
UK Forces Intercept Russian Oil Tanker in English Channel
UK forces have intercepted a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the English Channel for the first time, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced, marking a significant operation against Russia's war funding.
Albanese Rules Out Family Home Tax Changes Emphatically
PM Albanese emphatically rules out capital gains tax changes on family homes, amid opposition criticism of superannuation tax reforms.
100,000 Failed Asylum Seekers Still in UK, Figures Show
More than 100,000 failed asylum seekers are living illegally in the UK, with 26,000 here for over a decade, sparking outrage and calls for immediate deportations.
Iran Funeral for Khamenei Set for July Amid Peace Deal Hopes
Funeral processions for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will be held in July as mediators say an agreement to end the war is close. Khamenei was killed in US-Israeli strikes in February.
Trump's $70bn Immigration Bill: Key Details and Controversies
Donald Trump signed a $70bn immigration enforcement bill, funding ICE and CBP through 2029. Critics warn of mass deportations and lack of accountability.
Final Case at UN Tribunals for Yugoslavia and Rwanda Ends
UN tribunals for Yugoslavia and Rwanda hold final session, ending with death of genocide financier Félicien Kabuga.
Lammy's Jury Trial Cuts Could Harm Race Relations, MPs Warn
Justice committee warns Lammy's plan to scrap most jury trials could increase mistrust among black defendants, citing low judicial diversity.
MPs Call for July Bank Holiday to Celebrate First King
Downing Street considers bank holiday for King Charles III's coronation on May 6, as MPs propose moving or adding a public holiday.
Ed Davey Calls for 'New Magna Carta' to Safeguard British Rights
Lib Dem leader Ed Davey proposes a new written constitution to protect British rights and calls for decoupling nuclear deterrent from US reliance.
What’s the Monarchy For? Review: David Dimbleby’s Entertaining Royal Critique
David Dimbleby’s new BBC series questions the monarchy’s role, examining King Charles’s influence and the limits of royal power in an entertaining critique.
Oklahoma Supreme Court Dismisses Bible in Schools Lawsuit After Mandate Rescinded
Oklahoma Supreme Court dismisses lawsuit over Bible mandate in schools after state rescinds order, ruling case moot.
Neighbour's Extension Overlooking Your Garden: Know Your Legal Rights
Learn about your legal rights if a neighbour's extension overlooks your garden, including planning rules, privacy protections, and steps to resolve disputes.
Montserrat Woman Denied NHS Care Sparks Accusations of 'Stark Injustice'
Cherry Brown, 69, from Montserrat, was left homeless and denied free NHS care in the UK, sparking accusations of injustice against British overseas territory citizens.
France Repeals Centuries-Old Slavery Law Code Noir
France's National Assembly unanimously repeals the Code Noir, a 1685 law that treated enslaved people as property, 178 years after abolishing slavery.
Gen Z's 'desperate for change' fuels support for strong leaders, surveys suggest
Survey finds Gen Z supports strong leaders and authoritarian measures, driven by disillusionment with democracy and establishment failures.
Twin Sisters Discover Different Fathers in Rare UK Case
Twins Lavinia and Michelle Osbourne discover they have different fathers in a rare UK case of heteropaternal superfecundation, revealed by DNA tests.
Memorial Day: From Civil War Origins to Modern Traditions
Memorial Day has evolved from its Civil War origins into a modern holiday marked by remembrance, leisure, and sales.
Sweden's Viking Revival: Neo-Pagans Seek Stability in Chaotic Age
Sweden sees a revival of Norse paganism, with neo-pagan groups growing amid climate anxiety and identity debates. Rituals, burial grounds, and temples mark the trend.
Tourists Fume as Venezuela Fury's Wedding Closes Church with Coach Turned Away
Tourists fume after being turned away from church used for Venezuela Fury's wedding on the Isle of Man.
Doctor Banned for Issuing Fake Covid Exemptions Without Exams
A doctor banned for issuing fake Covid-19 vaccine exemptions without exams amid bribery and abuse reports in Australia.
Mississippi Governor Cancels Special Session for Supreme Court Redistricting
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves cancels special session for supreme court redistricting, but expects congressional map redraw before 2027 elections.
UK Government Ignored Scientific Advice on Coronavirus, Experts Warn
UK government ignored scientific advice on coronavirus for 11 critical days in March, leading to thousands of infections and deaths, experts warn.
Royal Immunity: Legal Protections for the British Monarchy Explained
Explainer on sovereign immunity and crown application, detailing legal protections for the British monarch as both public and private citizen.
Reform UK's Constitutional Threats: A Dangerous Game
Reform UK's Zia Yusuf threatens to abolish the House of Lords over deportation plans. The Mirror warns against treating Britain's constitution as a toy, urging respect for democratic checks and balances.
China's Women Resist Pressures to Have More Children
Chinese women face growing state pressure to have more children as birth rates plummet, but many are pushing back, shaped by the traumatic legacy of the one-child policy.
Trump Slams Iran Over 'Fake News' on Deal Terms
Donald Trump dismissed Iranian media reports of a draft deal as 'fake news', saying the terms do not match what Washington agreed to, and warned Iran over a drone attack.
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