Russia’s military campaign against Ukraine has been widely condemned as a war of aggression. In Moscow’s narrative, Ukraine has no real or legitimate existence as a separate country – and they portray the military operations as a means to reunify Russia. But the staunch and effective resistance by Ukraine againstContinue Reading
JB PX The sad news of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II marks the beginning of the reign of King Charles III. The transition period has already seen questions raised about whether we can expect the new king to be “interventionist”. These concerns are based on several incidents over theContinue Reading
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shutterstock During the second world war there were notable exceptions to the at times slavish patriotic devotion the press showed to the government line. Weekly political titles such as New Statesman and Nation, the Spectator and the Economist challenged government policy more consistently than daily newspapers. These titles were readContinue Reading
Once it became clear – which it did, early on in this conflict – that Ukraine’s defenders would not wilt before the onslaught of Vladimir Putin’s war machine, analysts predicted a long and drawn-out war of attrition, particularly in the east of the country where Russia already controlled a fairContinue Reading
King Charles III takes the throne at an uncertain time for the British monarchy. Republicanism is on the rise, both in the UK and across what is left of the Commonwealth. Meanwhile the withdrawal of three family members from royal duties – the Duke and Duchess of Sussex by personalContinue Reading
Royal Mail stamps are one of the everyday items set to change following the death of the Queen. Zurbagan / Shutterstock For the last 70 years, Britain has become accustomed to the iconic profile of Queen Elizabeth II on stamps and coins. Now that King Charles III has ascended theContinue Reading
An infant boy and juvenile girl have died following a car fire in Co Westmeath. At about 4pm on Friday, the alarm was raised after a car with three occupants was discovered on fire on a rural road at Lackan near Multyfarnham. An infant boy was removed from the sceneContinue Reading
The new prime minister Liz Truss has announced plans to reverse the fracking ban and drill for more North Sea gas. Clicksbox/Shutterstock Ever since climate change appeared on the political agenda, there has been general agreement on the need for a robust response. While the implementation of climate policy hasContinue Reading
The UK is mourning Queen Elizabeth II following her death at the age of 96. Her passing raises important constitutional questions regarding how the country transitions to the reign of her son, Charles. These are the key moments to look out for in the days ahead. When will Charles becomeContinue Reading
