Victoria Police Ends Warrantless Pat-Down Powers
Victoria Police has revoked controversial powers allowing officers to conduct warrantless searches in parts of inner Melbourne. The move follows significant public and legal scrutiny.
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UK Protest Laws Echo Hungary's Path, Warns Expert
Human Rights Watch researcher Lydia Gall warns new UK protest laws mirror Viktor Orbán's Hungary, eroding civil liberties. Calls for repeal to safeguard democracy.
UK Protest Laws Echo Hungary's Path, Expert Warns
Human Rights Watch researcher Lydia Gall draws alarming parallels between UK protest crackdowns and Viktor Orbán's Hungary, warning of eroding civil liberties. Read the full analysis.
Senate Vote on Trump's Venezuela Military Powers
US Senate Democrats force a vote to require Congressional approval for military action against Venezuela, following the controversial raid to capture Nicolás Maduro. Read the latest.
Senate Vote on Blocking Trump's Venezuela Action
The US Senate will vote on a Democratic-led resolution to require President Trump to seek Congressional approval for any further military action against Venezuela, following the controversial capture of Nicolás Maduro.
Protest Rights Under Attack in UK, Reports Warn
Human Rights Watch and Justice warn new UK laws are trampling the right to protest, citing hundreds of pro-Palestinian arrests and harsh sentences for climate activists. Calls grow for repeal.
Democrats Act to Limit Trump's War Powers
US Senate Democrats introduce War Powers resolutions to restrain President Trump's military actions following the Venezuela raid and Greenland threats. Will they succeed?
Congressional War Powers Tested After Venezuela Strike
President Trump's unauthorised military strike in Venezuela raises constitutional questions. Will Congress act to reclaim its authority, or has executive power permanently shifted?
Legal Experts Condemn Trump's 'Illegal' Venezuela Operation
The capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by US forces raises profound questions over international law and presidential war powers. Read the full analysis.
Democrats decry Trump's 'illegal' Venezuela military intervention
Top Democrats erupt in fury over Trump's unauthorised military raid in Venezuela, calling it a breach of the US constitution and an 'imperial adventure' that paves the way for disaster.
Democrats Decry Trump's 'Illegal' Venezuela Military Intervention
Top Democrats erupt in fury over Trump's unauthorised military strike in Venezuela, calling it an illegal act of war that bypassed Congress. Read the latest on the escalating constitutional clash.
Trump Bypasses Congress in Venezuela Operation
Donald Trump's secretive capture of Nicolás Maduro, without consulting Congress, marks a dramatic shift in presidential power and threatens constitutional checks and balances. Read the full analysis.
Legal Storm Over Trump's Capture of Maduro in Venezuela
The dramatic seizure of Venezuela's president by US forces ignites a fierce debate over legality, precedent, and the future of American intervention. Explore the profound constitutional questions raised.
Senate Briefing on Venezuela 'Double Strike' Controversy
Top Trump officials face Congress over September's deadly strikes on Venezuelan boats. Lawmakers demand answers on legality and oversight as war powers resolutions loom. Read the full report.
EU's €90bn Ukraine Plan from Frozen Russian Assets Sparks War Threat
Russia warns EU plan to fund Ukraine with €90bn from frozen assets is an 'act of war'. UK's Starmer vows to maintain pressure on Putin. Full details on the legal battle and diplomatic fallout.
Trump's 'War' on Venezuela Drug Cartels Escalates
President Trump escalates threats against Venezuela, declaring 'war' on cartels and planning land strikes. Over 80 killed in maritime attacks since September. Read the latest.
Simon Cowell's Next Act Netflix Release Date Revealed
Simon Cowell returns to launch a new global boyband in a Netflix docu-series. All episodes drop on December 10. Discover the cast and what to expect.
Victoria Police Get New Powers to Search Children
Victoria Police can now search children without a warrant under new laws. Critics warn of overreach and potential harm to youth. Read the full analysis.
Journalist's account of police search under new Victoria powers
A Guardian journalist recounts being stopped and searched by Victoria Police under controversial new powers. Read her first-hand account of the encounter and its implications for civil liberties.
Melbourne Police Get 6-Month Warrantless Search Powers
Victoria Police can randomly stop and search anyone in inner Melbourne until May 2026 without warrants, sparking racial profiling concerns from legal groups and Senator Lidia Thorpe.
Pakistan grants army chief new powers and legal immunity
Pakistan's parliament passes a constitutional amendment granting the army chief sweeping new powers and lifelong legal immunity, a move critics call a 'funeral for democracy'.
Supreme Court to Rule on Trump Tariff Powers
The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear a landmark case challenging Donald Trump's authority to impose sweeping tariffs, setting up a constitutional battle that could redefine presidential power and global trade relations.
Lammy confronts Met Police over Algerian embassy raid
David Lammy confronts Home Secretary over controversial police operation at Algerian embassy, raising serious diplomatic and legal concerns in Westminster.
Government accused of secret plan to strip NHS powers
Exclusive: Ministers are quietly pushing through legislation that would remove the Health Secretary's direct responsibility for England's NHS, sparking outrage from health unions and opposition parties.
Tories demand stop and search return after train knife horror
Conservative MPs call for urgent policy reversal following brutal knife attack on Huntingdon train as police powers debate intensifies
DWP's Universal Credit payment reduction powers exposed
Exclusive investigation uncovers the Department for Work and Pensions' controversial authority to reduce Universal Credit payments under specific circumstances, affecting thousands of claimants across the UK.
Scotland demands emergency NHS funding talks
Exclusive: Scottish Health Secretary Chris Smith calls for emergency meeting with UK government amid growing NHS pressures and funding shortfall concerns.
Birmingham Mayor demands greater devolution powers
Birmingham Mayor Andy Street joins forces with Labour's Dan Jarvis in unprecedented cross-party alliance demanding Westminster devolve real power and funding to England's regions.
McVey's 'Common Sense' Bill Sparks Commons Clash
Conservative MP Esther McVey faces parliamentary opposition as she introduces controversial legislation granting ministers new powers to override 'woke' civil service guidance, prompting heated debate about government overreach.
Senate blocks Trump's Brazil tariffs in bipartisan move
In a stunning bipartisan move, the US Senate votes to halt Trump's controversial tariffs on Brazilian goods, setting up a major constitutional clash over presidential trade powers.
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