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Chinese authorities crackdown amid rare public protests

Protests against harsh COVID restrictions spread across China over the weekend, with some protesters calling for President Xi Jinping to step down.

United Kingdom

UK government slammed for 'wretched' migrant centre conditions

UK politicians from opposition and governing parties have demanded the Conservative government improve conditions at an overcrowded facility for migrants, described by an independent inspector as “wretched”.

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New Steinbeck essay on democracy published for first time in English

In 1954, the acclaimed American writer penned an essay on the dangers of McCarthyism for the French newspaper Le Figaro.

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Rishi Sunak is UK's first Indian-origin PM... and the fourth in Europe

A second un-elected prime minister in a row, Rishi Sunak is making history for Brits with Indian heritage.

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My Europe Series

Who are Europe's shortest-serving prime ministers?

From Belgium to Italy, and from Bulgaria to Finland many European leaders spent just a brief period in charge of their countries - but who was PM for the shortest time?

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Liz Truss v. M People: when musicians fight politicians

Liz Truss isn't the first politician to use a band's song without their permission. Here are some notable times bands fought back.

Green News

Brazil election: The fate of the Amazon now 'hangs in the balance'

Deforestation has risen to an all-time high during Bolsonaro’s presidency. Can Brazil’s election change the future of the Amazon rainforest?

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Sri Lankan protesters disappointed with choice of new president.

Sri Lankans demonstrated outside the presidential office on Wednesday as lawmakers chose Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe as the new president.

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka protesters vow to stay in president's home until he quits

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has said he will stand down on Wednesday but demonstrators say they are determined not to leave his residence until that happens.

Culture news

Meet the artist behind the 'Hell' bus at Glastonbury

The (s)Hell Bus, Action Man with PTSD, and "Not Piss" mugs. Spelling Mistakes Cost Lives: the political artist fighting the establishment with humour.

Green News

Will food shortages cause civil unrest in Europe?

Is the global food system at the mercy of shocks like the war in Ukraine? This expert says yes.

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Police and protesters clash in Philippines capital after presidential elections

Police and protesters clash near the HQ of the Commission of Elections, or Comelec, in the Philippines capital Manila as demonstrators rally against alleged electoral fraud in the national elections.

World News

EU triggers rule of law mechanism for first time against Hungary

The Commission is coming after EU funds Orban and his allies are accused of having funneled away to line their pockets.

Green News

Singapore and New Zealand agree to tackle climate change together

Low-carbon and green technologies are included in the joint efforts agreed by prime ministers from both countries.

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France: Anti-fascist activists demonstrate in Rennes

Riot police descend upon Rennes city centre after demonstrations turned violent following the announcement of the results in the first round of France's presidential election.

Tech News

I went to Emmanuel Macron’s Minecraft world. This is what it was like

The French president's official campaign built its own world in Minecraft where you can go to the cinema, a kebab shop, or (like I did) drown in a river.

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China's annual parliamentary session closes in Beijing

China's yearly parliamentary session closes at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.

Tech News

What is Donald Trump’s social media platform Truth Social?

Is Donald Trump’s big comeback about sincerity and Truth? Here’s everything you need to know about this new social media platform.

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David Fincher slams China's censorship of 'Fight Club' ending

The director of the 1999 classic says he was not informed massive changes would be made to the ending of the film, which removed 12 minutes in total.

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New Zealand authorities blast 'Baby Shark' to disperse protestors

No earworm was off limits for the hundreds protesting Jacinda Ardern's new COVID-19 vaccine mandate for public service occupations.