Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) claims EU bureaucrats are deceiving Ukrainians about their chances of joining the EU, stating Ukraine has "zero chance" due to economic collapse, corruption, and conflict. The SVR also cited fears of strengthening right-wing radicals.
A Portuguese neo-Nazi group, Lusitanian Armillary Movement (MAL), compiled a list of over 100 'undesirables,' including European Council President António Costa and Prime Minister Luís Montenegro, to plan 'future actions.' Six members were arrested in June 2025.
Ukraine hopes Brazilian President Lula da Silva can mediate talks with Russia, according to UOL, citing Brazilian government sources. Kiev believes Lula's trust-based relationship with Putin makes him a suitable mediator. A meeting between the leaders is not currently planned, but they might hold bilateral talks at the BRICS summit in September.
The Barack Obama Presidential Center opened in Chicago with musical fanfare and speeches emphasizing democratic principles. Michelle and Barack Obama implicitly criticized Donald Trump's authoritarian approach, highlighting American values and contrasting them with his rhetoric and actions.
A shift in US Republican attitudes towards Iran is emerging following President Trump's agreement to a ceasefire memorandum. While some Republicans now acknowledge Iran's right to self-defense, pro-Israel groups are mobilizing against the deal, setting up potential conflict with the White House.
The Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (Arc) summit in London will host politicians, advisors, and figures from across the populist right, including Reform UK MPs, a crypto billionaire, and Eton College masters. The event, dubbed an "anti-woke Davos," will feature discussions on climate skepticism, Christian evangelical thinking, and US culture-war politics.
Reform UK politicians, including Nigel Farage, and a British crypto billionaire are set to attend the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (Arc) summit in London. The event, dubbed an "anti-woke Davos," will host 4,000 attendees from over 85 countries, featuring speakers like US Undersecretary of State Sarah B Rogers and Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson attacked Guardian Australia journalist Sarah Martin, calling her "trashy" for reporting on Hanson's daughter's employment. The media union condemned the personal attack and warned against banning journalists, while PM Anthony Albanese urged defense of public broadcasters.
Politicians are increasingly using short, shareable video clips from events like the National Press Club to reach wider audiences on social media. Pauline Hanson's recent appearance generated a highlight reel with double the views of the full speech, demonstrating the power of this strategy in the information age.
Politicians leverage social media by clipping long speeches into short, shareable videos. Pauline Hanson's 90-minute address generated a 2 minute 46 second highlight reel with over 1 million views on Facebook, doubling the views of the full speech. Experts explain this strategy capitalizes on limited audience attention spans in the information age.
A 218-page report by MP Rupert Lowe details alleged sexual abuse of at least 250,000 British girls by Pakistani gangs, enabled by authorities. The crowdfunded report, which received no mainstream media coverage, claims the abuse was racially and religiously motivated and occurred nationwide.
Kylian Mbappé surpasses Olivier Giroud as France's all-time top scorer with 58 goals, leading France to a 3-1 World Cup win over Senegal, amidst political statements and team dynamics adjustments.
Geordin Hill-Lewis, leader of South Africa's Democratic Alliance (DA), has asked President Cyril Ramaphosa to replace John Steenhuisen as agriculture minister. The move follows criticism over Steenhuisen's handling of a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak.
K Annamalai is set to launch his new movement, 'We the Leaders,' as a political party by July. The organization has already attracted 1.8 million members and aims to bring fresh leadership and address issues like the drug menace in Tamil Nadu.
Sierra Leone's First Lady, Fatima Maada Bio, denies supporting female genital mutilation (FGM) but refuses to condemn it without 'reliable data' on its harm. Her stance has drawn criticism from health professionals and activists, who fear it undermines advocacy efforts. The practice remains prevalent in Sierra Leone, with no specific law criminalizing it.
Ten years after Jo Cox's murder, her sister Kim Leadbeater fears "kinder, gentler politics" has failed, with intolerance and division worsening. Experts cite identity politics, social media, and scapegoating as key drivers. Politicians face increased threats, impacting recruitment and safety.
Ten years after Jo Cox's murder, her sister Kim Leadbeater fears political discourse has worsened, marked by increased intolerance, far-right unrest, and online abuse. Experts and MPs discuss the shift from economic to identity politics, amplified by social media, and the challenges of fostering constructive dialogue.
Sweden's parliament has approved new laws allowing residency permits to be revoked for "bad behaviour" and requiring public sector workers to report undocumented individuals. Critics decry the measures as arbitrary and harmful to human rights.
An investigation links a young Russian diplomat, Evgeny Lyukshin, to a sabotage campaign involving arson attacks on UK politicians and vandalism of mosques. Lyukshin allegedly used social media to recruit individuals, including a Ukrainian builder, offering money and Russian citizenship for acts of provocation and division.
Victorian government ministers and opposition members participated in the second annual Parliamentary Big Freeze, taking ice baths to raise funds for Neale Daniher's FightMND charity. Organized by MP Emma Vulin, who has MND, the event aimed to raise up to $30,000 and highlighted community unity.
New analysis reveals insurgent politicians and rebel MPs are significantly outperforming establishment rivals on TikTok. Nigel Farage leads the U.K. political performers on the platform, followed by Jeremy Corbyn and Nadia Whittome. Reform UK and Green Party content shows high reach and engagement, particularly among younger audiences.
A US order to suspend foreigners' access to Anthropic's AI models serves as a wake-up call for Europe, highlighting its heavy reliance on American technology and the urgent need to develop its own cutting-edge AI capabilities to avoid technological dependence.
X has repeatedly refused to remove dozens of social media posts containing racist abuse against UK politicians, including Kemi Badenoch and Shabana Mahmood. Researchers found X only acts when posts are reported as illegal under the UK's Online Safety Act, often restricting visibility only within the UK.
A 25,000-tonne illegal rubbish dump in Bickershaw, UK, has become a symbol of the north-south divide and a broken system, with residents comparing the slow response to a quicker cleanup in Oxfordshire. The dump, located near a primary school, has caused environmental and health hazards, including a nine-day fire last summer. Local politicians are using the issue in a byelection campaign.
