
Rocking the Boat: Intimidation Tactics in Union Rivalry
A royal commission investigates 16 men accused of rocking a rival union’s car in Queensland. The incident highlights alleged intimidation tactics by the CFMEU against the AWU.

A royal commission investigates 16 men accused of rocking a rival union’s car in Queensland. The incident highlights alleged intimidation tactics by the CFMEU against the AWU.

Andy Burnham convened his first Cabinet after reshaping Britain's government, pledging to focus on easing living costs while introducing new leadership across key ministries.

A man shoved by police in Penrith speaks out after video of the incident went viral. The event has triggered a national discussion on police conduct, force, and accountability.

Sen. Darline Graham announced she will seek a full Senate term after her appointment to complete the late Lindsey Graham's term, setting up a closely watched Republican primary.

Young protesters challenging Prime Minister Narendra Modi over alleged exam leaks were met with tear gas as police moved to disperse demonstrators, according to reports from multiple locations.

The French far-right leader Jordan Bardella will speak at Nigel Farage’s Reform UK conference, a sign of growing political links between European nationalist parties.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called on the international community to isolate Nicaragua after President Daniel Ortega pledged his government would stop holding elections, saying the move shows the country’s authoritarian nature.

Mark Carney says Canada and the U.S. will push harder for a comprehensive trade deal with Donald Trump, but provincial leaders pledge to maintain restrictions on U.S. alcohol unless broader terms are reached.

French lawmakers adopted a bill banning children under 15 from using social media, making it the first such blanket ban in the European Union.
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Hungary’s new government has launched an investigation into a major BYD investment, alleging potential conflicts of interest linked to Péter Szijjártó, the former foreign minister who resigned from parliament to take an executive role at the Chinese automaker. Prime Minister Péter Magyar says the probe will examine subsidies, tax breaks, permits, environmental exemptions, and other publicly funded support tied to decisions and negotiations made during Szijjártó’s time in office.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford told reporters that Canada could take significant retaliatory action against the U.S. in response to tariff threats, saying the country has leverage due to its role as a top supplier of key energy and natural-resource products. Ford called for a unified, “Team Canada” approach as premiers meet in P.E.I. and Prime Minister Mark Carney joins the agenda amid renewed trade pressure from Washington.

Turkey’s main opposition leader, Özgür Özel, announced he is leaving the Republican People’s Party (CHP) to form a new political party, aiming to rebuild into an alternative capable of challenging the government and becoming the leading opposition force in parliament.

A rights-focused report alleges Chechen police are assigned monthly recruitment targets—up to 50 people per district—intended for deployment to fighting, with families and local residents facing pressure.

Human rights groups say Iran executed at least 20 people over a one-week period, citing deaths of protesters and members of religious minorities amid an intensified crackdown.

Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi were removed by police from the protest site outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence in New Delhi after Congress leaders staged a sit-in and rallies amid the crackdown on demonstrators.

The Lebanese army has begun deploying troops into a pilot zone following an Israeli withdrawal, marking an initial step toward restoring state security in southern Lebanon.

A London court heard allegations that former UK minister Ann Widdecombe was fatally attacked in her Devon home. The murder case is ongoing, and the defendant has not entered a plea.

A prominent anti-immigration activist has become a symbol of South Africa's growing debate over migration, as economic concerns, public protests, and humanitarian questions increasingly intersect.

President Zelenskyy replaced Ukraine's top army commander following days of nationwide protests, appointing Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi to lead the armed forces during the ongoing war.

Trump urges House Republicans to unite behind a key budget resolution that will shape future tax and spending legislation.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani says only the U.S. federal government, not city officials, has authority over ICC-related arrests.

The Dutch government says it will prohibit the import, purchase and sale of goods originating from illegal Israeli settlements in the Palestinian territories from September 22, framing the move as compliance with international law obligations.

Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi breaks his silence, apologizes to dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, and counters protesters’ demands while urging the country to stay focused on defeating Russia.

A report by Israel’s Kan 11 says Ankara considered providing aerial support to Iran to stop Kurdish militias from entering the country—while Trump insists he urged Erdogan to stay out of the war.