Germany's Justice Ministers have agreed to restrict a controversial law that provides harsher penalties for insulting politicians. The proposed change would limit the special provision to local officials, while top politicians would revert to general insult laws with lower penalties and require a formal complaint. The Bundestag will make the final decision.
Germany's Justice Ministers have agreed to restrict a controversial law protecting politicians from insults, limiting it to local officials. The proposal, discussed in Hamburg, would remove special protections for top politicians, returning them to general insult laws, while reinforcing them for those at the municipal level.
Tributes pour in for British art icon David Hockney following his death. King Charles III, Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy lauded his originality and lasting impact. California officials and museum curators also mourned the loss of the artist, known for his vibrant works inspired by the Californian sun.
Belfast residents express anger and disgust over recent riots sparked by the stabbing of Stephen Ogilvie, linking the violence to lingering prejudice, far-right rhetoric, and social frustrations.
A recent INSA poll indicates 43% of Germans want to abolish Paragraph 188, which offers special protection against defamation for politicians. However, a Forsa poll showed 58% favor keeping the law, highlighting a division on the issue.
Pope Leo issued a powerful plea from Spain's Canary Islands, urging global leaders to adopt a more humane approach to migrants and warning that history will judge indifference to suffering. He emphasized human dignity transcends borders and called for legal pathways, international cooperation, and increased rescue funding.
Saxony's Justice Minister Constanze Geiert wants to abolish the specific criminal offense of insulting politicians, arguing it doesn't protect most of those targeted and that politicians shouldn't have special rules.
Following a stabbing incident involving a Black man and a white victim in Belfast, riots erupted targeting immigrant families. Homes were burned, and businesses attacked, fueled by social media and political rhetoric, despite falling crime rates.
While federal MPs forgo a pay rise, Baden-Württemberg parliamentarians will receive more money from July. Experts criticize this decision, arguing it sends the wrong signal during difficult economic times and could worsen public perception of politicians.
Liberal MP Tony Pasin suggested cooperating with Pauline Hanson's One Nation to defeat Labor, but senior colleagues like Angus Taylor rejected the idea. One Nation is polling strongly and targeting Labor seats, fueling debate on right-wing cooperation.
Splits emerge in Australia's Liberal Party over cooperating with Pauline Hanson's One Nation. MP Tony Pasin suggested joint targeting of seats, but senior figures like Angus Taylor rejected the idea, emphasizing focus on defeating Labor.
Polish politicians from KO and PSL criticized recent statements by PiS politicians regarding Ukrainians, calling them "anti-Ukrainian" and "brownish." The debate centers on a deputy minister's comments about UPA and Ukraine naming a special forces center after "UPA heroes," sparking controversy over historical memory and Polish-Ukrainian relations.
Bill Gates testified to the House Oversight Committee regarding his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, denying any wrongdoing and stating he was unaware of Epstein's criminal conduct. Gates acknowledged meeting Epstein between 2011-2014 for philanthropic discussions but stated their interactions ended in December 2014.
Australian politicians, including Julia Gillard and Anthony Albanese, condemn a 'sexist' billboard featuring Victorian premier Jacinta Allan
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan denounces a mobile billboard campaign featuring a doctored image of her with the phrase 'ditch the witch' as sexist, echoing similar attacks on former PM Julia Gillard. Multiple political leaders condemn the campaign.
Six more people charged with violent disorder at a protest in Southampton over the stabbing death of Henry Nowak, amid claims of justice system bias and anti-immigration activism.
Chinese electric vehicles face steep barriers in the U.S., but analysts say partnerships with U.S. automakers and production in Mexico, Canada or the U.S. could eventually open the market. Political resistance, tariffs and software rules remain significant obstacles.
The EU's new migration rules, touted as historic and hardline, may not address the root economic drivers of migration, potentially preserving the status quo despite stricter procedures.
AAP leader Harpal Singh Cheema accuses BJP of using opposition leaders like Sunil Jakhar and Ravneet Singh Bittu for short-term gains, citing their recent shifts and marginalization as examples of BJP's 'use and throw' culture.
Tom Pauken (aka Tom McGregor), 50, aided by Cathy, targeted individuals after receiving devices and funding. Former China state media employee faces sentencing for his role.
Australian politicians are hesitant to state whether house prices should rise or fall, fearing backlash from homeowners and first-time buyers. Proposed tax reforms have slowed the market, with experts noting the sensitivity of housing as a wealth-creation tool.
A Russian official stated at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) that a segment of the US political community aims to deter American businesses and citizens from engaging in profitable dealings with Russia, questioning their motives.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has indicated he would prioritize transforming the UK's social care system if he became Prime Minister, criticizing Westminster's reluctance to address difficult policy issues. He proposes accelerating the Casey review and exploring funding mechanisms like a 'care levy' to address the crisis.
Far-right politicians from Poland, France, Spain, and Japan are using the murder of Henry Nowak to push anti-immigration and anti-multiculturalism narratives, despite pleas from his family to focus on cutting knife crime. Footage of the 18-year-old's final moments has been widely shared.
