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Hundreds protest against British far-right activist Tommy Robinson at Oxford Union

Demonstrators take part in a protest against a speech by British far-right activist Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, on June 17.
Demonstrators take part in a protest against a speech by British far-right activist Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, on June 17.

Thousands gather for Seoul queer festival and counter-rally

The Seoul Queer Culture Festival has long drawn both supporters of LGBTQ rights and vocal opposition from conservative religious groups.
The Seoul Queer Culture Festival has long drawn both supporters of LGBTQ rights and vocal opposition from conservative religious groups.

Israeli minister Ben-Gvir under investigation in Italy over Gaza flotilla

FILE PHOTO: Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir speaks to members of the media on the day the Supreme Court hears a petition seeking to force Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to remove him, in Jerusalem, April 15, 2026. REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir speaks to members of the media on the day the Supreme Court hears a petition seeking to force Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to remove him, in Jerusalem, April 15, 2026. REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun/File Photo

Could Pauline Hanson become Australia’s next PM with her far-right party’s surge in popularity?

FILE PHOTO: A campaign cutout depicting One Nation leader Pauline Hanson is displayed outside a pre-polling centre ahead of the Farrer by-election in Corowa, Australia, May 6, 2026. REUTERS/Hollie Adams/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: A campaign cutout depicting One Nation leader Pauline Hanson is displayed outside a pre-polling centre ahead of the Farrer by-election in Corowa, Australia, May 6, 2026. REUTERS/Hollie Adams/File Photo

Nazi party records released online shatter German family myths

German lecturer Felix Puelm looks at copies of National Socialist German Workers’ party membership cards of several members of his family, at Silpakorn University in Nakhon Pathom province, west of Bangkok, on June 2.
German lecturer Felix Puelm looks at copies of National Socialist German Workers’ party membership cards of several members of his family, at Silpakorn University in Nakhon Pathom province, west of Bangkok, on June 2.

Australian far-right One Nation does U-turn on seizing foreigners’ homes

An opinion poll last week showed Australia's far-right One Nation party had become the country's most popular party.
An opinion poll last week showed Australia's far-right One Nation party had become the country's most popular party.

Has Colombia’s World Cup jersey become a right-wing symbol?

Supporters of far-right candidate for president of Colombia, Abelardo De La Espriella, during a rally in the city of Medellin, Colombia, on May 24.
Supporters of far-right candidate for president of Colombia, Abelardo De La Espriella, during a rally in the city of Medellin, Colombia, on May 24.

British PM calls for calm after protests over handcuffing of dying student

A demonstrator reacting after kicking a police wall on June 2 near Portswood Police Station, following a protest march in Southampton, southern England.
A demonstrator reacting after kicking a police wall on June 2 near Portswood Police Station, following a protest march in Southampton, southern England.

Colombian right-wing presidential candidate endorsed by Trump ordered to apologise for sexism

Colombia's presidential candidate Abelardo de la Espriella greets supporters as he votes at a polling station during the presidential election in Barranquilla, Colombia, on May 31.
Colombia's presidential candidate Abelardo de la Espriella greets supporters as he votes at a polling station during the presidential election in Barranquilla, Colombia, on May 31.

Chancellor swop? Rumours swirl about German leader Friedrich Merz’s future

Most commentators don’t believe German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will be dumped any time soon. But the drama underscores how unstable once-staid German politics has become.
Most commentators don’t believe German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will be dumped any time soon. But the drama underscores how unstable once-staid German politics has become.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.