Day: September 16, 2026
How is Democracy Doing?
For the UN’s International Day of Democracy we ask: “how is democracy doing in France …
Former Kosovo president sentenced to 25 years for war crimes
Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci was found guilty of war crimes committed as part of …
Burnham rejects 'tax and spend socialist' comments
The prime minister insists he is prepared to take “difficult decisions” at next month’s Budget.
US political rivals Sanders and Bannon unite on AI warning
US senator Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump’s former adviser Steve Bannon have united to warn …
Alleged placer gold 'plunder, cross-border smuggling' sparks calls for probe in K-P
A major scandal involving the alleged “plunder, illegal extraction, and …
Houthis appear to target Mecca as House votes to end Trump’s war on Iran | First Thing
Vote comes amid Republican call to impeach defense secretary Pete Hegseth. Plus a catnapped bodega …
First Thing: Houthis appear to target Mecca as House votes to end Trump’s war on Iran
Vote comes amid Republican call to impeach defense secretary Pete Hegseth. Plus a catnapped bodega …
US to bar some South Africans over claims of anti-white discrimination
Announcement of visa restrictions follows Trump’s false claims of ‘white genocide’ taking place in South …
Meta not just an 'intermediary', has greater responsibility: Govt
Government officials made the comments a day after Meta agreed to report child safety-related matters …
What's driving UK 'shoplifting crisis'?
The number of shoplifting offences recorded in England and Wales in 2025-26 is still above …