Filipino Journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio Convicted of Terror Financing in Case Rights Groups Call ‘Ab
Filipino journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio convicted of terror financing after six years in pre-trial detention; rights groups call case fabricated.
Category : Liberties
Met chief praises officer who defended Christian preacher's free speech in Whitechapel
Met Police chief praises officer who defended Christian preacher's free speech in Whitechapel, amid confrontation captured on video.
Prince Harry's UK Family Visit in Jeopardy Over Security Row
Prince Harry's planned UK visit with his children is uncertain after the government declined his request for police protection, raising fears they may not meet King Charles.
Trump Backs FCC Chair's Threat to Revoke Licences of News Outlets Over Iran War Coverage
Trump backs FCC chair's threat to revoke broadcast licences of news outlets over Iran war coverage, drawing bipartisan criticism.
British-Egyptian Activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah Arrives in UK After Travel Ban Lifted
British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah arrives in London after Egypt lifts travel ban, reuniting with family after decade-long ordeal.
Jury Trials to Be Scrapped in Thousands of Cases
Ministry of Justice to remove right to trial by jury for thousands of cases to tackle backlog of nearly 80,000 cases.
Muslim Community Patrols in New York Spark Debate Over Security and Sharia Law
Private Muslim patrols in New York protect mosques post-Christchurch, sparking debate over security and Sharia law accusations.
UK Passport Warning: Your Document Could Be Invalid If Not Signed
UK passport warning: failure to sign your passport in black ink could invalidate it. HM Passport Office advises immediate signing upon receipt.
FBI 'internally paralysed by fear' under Director Kash Patel, report claims
Leaked report claims FBI under Kash Patel is 'internally paralysed by fear', with managers afraid to take initiative and morale plummeting.
John Boyne's Polari Prize Nomination Sparks Mass Withdrawals Over Gender Views
Ten authors and two judges withdraw from Polari prizes over John Boyne's inclusion, citing his trans-exclusionary views; over 800 sign statement calling for his removal.
Ex-FBI officials sue director Kash Patel over alleged political firings
Three ex-FBI officials sue director Kash Patel, alleging he fired them under White House pressure to remove agents who investigated Trump.
Lawyers Urge Starmer to Reconsider Jury Trial Cuts
Thousands of lawyers urge PM Starmer to rethink plans to scrap jury trials for some criminal cases, warning of miscarriages of justice.
John Bolton Reaches Plea Deal Over Mishandling Classified Documents
John Bolton reaches plea deal over mishandling classified documents, agreeing to plead guilty and pay $2.25m fine.
US Strikes on Drug Boats Kill Over 200 Since September
US military strikes on suspected drug boats in the Pacific have killed over 200 people since September, with three more killed in the latest attack.
Paul Mescal and Mel B Back London Trans+ Pride 2026
Paul Mescal and Mel B support London Trans+ Pride 2026, with 100,000 expected to march amid political challenges.
UK Jewish Community Reports Sharp Decline in Safety Since October 7 Attack
Survey finds 35% of British Jews feel unsafe in 2025, up from 9% in 2023, as antisemitic incidents remain high.
US Commentators Barred From UK To Address Oxford Union Remotely
Leftwing US commentators Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker, barred from UK by Home Office, will address Oxford Union remotely via livestream.
Jimmy Kimmel's Christmas Message: 'King Donny the Eighth' and a Plea for Patience
Jimmy Kimmel's alternative Christmas message calls Trump 'King Donny the Eighth', apologises for US politics, and asks Britain for patience.
Right-wing podcaster Tim Pool claims gunfire at his property
Right-wing podcaster Tim Pool says someone opened fire on his property; no injuries reported; security reviewing incident.
NHS to Restrict Political Symbols on Uniforms After Antisemitism Review
NHS to restrict political symbols on uniforms and provide antisemitism training after review finds Jewish staff and patients face routine ostracism.
US Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship
The US Supreme Court ruled that children born in the US to parents unlawfully or temporarily present are citizens under the 14th Amendment, rejecting Trump's executive order.
Anti-Immigration Marches Across South Africa
Thousands joined anti-immigration marches in Johannesburg and across South Africa on Tuesday, with police on high alert amid fears of unrest. Fires were lit and demonstrators carried sticks and shields.
Trump Refiles $10bn Lawsuit Against WSJ Over Epstein Report
Trump refiles $10bn lawsuit against Wall Street Journal over article alleging letter to Jeffrey Epstein, claiming defamation and actual malice.
Federal Judge Rules Nitrogen Gas Executions Constitutional
Federal judge upholds nitrogen gas executions as constitutional, rejecting inmate's cruel and unusual punishment claim.
Fox News Interrupts for Trump Warning to Iran
Fox News paused its coverage as White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt issued a stark warning to Iran, stating the US would respond with military force if attacked.
Andrew Tate and Brother Lose Bid to Learn Accusers' Names
High Court rejects Andrew and Tristan Tate's bid to learn accusers' names, ruling CPS acted reasonably due to risk of online identification.
Thai court acquits progressive leader Thanathorn of royal defamation
Thai court acquits progressive leader Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit of royal defamation over 2021 Facebook Live comments criticising COVID-19 vaccine contract.
Chemtrail Conspiracy Theories Resurface Amid Climate Geoengineering Debate
Chemtrail conspiracy theories resurge in US amid climate geoengineering debate, with RFK Jr. promoting claims despite lack of evidence.
Met Police Reverses Stance, Will Resume Arrests for Palestine Action Support
Met Police resumes arrests for Palestine Action support after High Court ruling, as home secretary appeals ban.
Family's Setback in Bid to Strip Killer Parents of Rights
Family of murdered Jade Ward faces setback as MPs reject law change to strip killer parents of parental rights.
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