I keep reading that there have been no public executions in the United States for decades. Not true.
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No, Burnham isn’t scrapping voter ID. Here’s what he’s actually doing.
No, Burnham isn’t scrapping voter ID. Here’s what he’s actually doing.
The right wing is getting itself in a tizzy about a bill that will let you use a valid bank card to help prove your identity when voting. Burnham’s axing Photo ID, they say. (Spoiler: He isn’t.)
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The US cannot possibly continue participating in negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. It is absurd to allow a hostile state aligned with Russia, acting in bad faith, to play a role in the peace process.
I just signed to stop Italy from capping "foreign" children at 30% per class. Kids could be moved away from their friends because of their passport. Parliament can still delete it. Add your name
Europe’s classrooms belong to all children
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Ukraine needs to increase the attacks on Russian oil, tenfold, and that means the allies need to supply more equipment and intelligence. Tyrants will only learn when they are forced to learn. With Ukraine until victory, for democracy and liberty for all.
Frontex expansion plans raise fears for migrants in Libya
Frontex expansion plans raise fears for migrants in Libya
Frontex faces scrutiny over slavery in Libya as EU governments push for stronger border controls and more powers for the agency.
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“Shocking and morally bankrupt”: Starbucks expands into the Uyghur Region
"Shocking and morally bankrupt": Starbucks expands into the Uyghur Region
Starbucks expands to China's Uyghur Region, drawing criticism from US lawmakers over the well-documented human rights abuses in the region.
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California becomes the 18th US state to ban child marriage
California becomes the 18th US state to ban child marriage
California becomes the 18th US state to ban child marriage without exceptions, after nearly a decade of campaigning by survivors.
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Think Farage is no longer a threat? Here’s why you’re wrong.
Think Farage is no longer a threat? Here’s why you’re wrong.
After a frightening year, plenty of people who care about British democracy have relaxed. That is understandable. But the weak points in our democracy that could put Farage in No 10 remain.
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Foundation Chaired by Reform UK’s James Orr Hosted Sanctioned Israeli Minister
Foundation Chaired by Reform UK’s James Orr Hosted Sanctioned Israeli Minister
The latest National Conservatism conference, held in Jerusalem, was co-sponsored by an Israeli NGO sanctioned by the EU and Canada reveals Nafeez Ahmed
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Skunk Anansie and Darrin Mooney thrill fans at surprise Nothing But Love gig
Skunk Anansie and Darrin Mooney thrill fans at surprise Nothing But Love gig
Best of Bylines brings you exclusive news of the first in a series of events that will see big names play in small venues to remind us of the joy music can bring
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Trump’s AI theatre distracts from regulatory failure on both sides of the Atlantic
Trump’s AI theatre distracts from regulatory failure on both sides of the Atlantic
As Trump rebrands AI and leaves tech firms to police themselves, Britain is relying on a patchwork of existing laws - despite its ambitions to lead the world
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We and 120+ organisations across Europe are calling on our governments to cut ties with Palantir for good! @corporateeurope.org @epsu.bsky.social
Divers free a whale shark from rope that enwrapped it for years: #AGoodPlace Source: www.reddit.com/r/interestin...
Holborn and St Pancras by-election: Labour stays on track in Starmer’s old seat
Holborn and St Pancras by-election: Labour stays on track in Starmer’s old seat
Holborn tells us very little apart from one thing: Burnham has been given a second hearing.
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Reform mega-donor Ben Delo named in Bitcoin “theft” lawsuit
Reform mega-donor Ben Delo named in Bitcoin “theft” lawsuit
Exclusive: Class action seeks to hold BitMEX founders "accountable for fraudulent conduct". We spoke to the lawyer behind the case against the now-closed crypto firm
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Share: Sign the petition and say no to ID for online access
Say No to ID for online access
Protect people. Regulate powerful platforms. Keep the internet open. The Government is planning to introduce tough new laws that require all adults to show ID to access to go online. They say this is ...
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