The state government of Rio de Janeiro has declared a state of “public calamity”, as it struggles to cope with severe economic and social crises.
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After expertly manoeuvring to derail Boris Johnson, Michael Gove made his entry at last.
The act of being simultanaeously angry and ectastic at somebody.
Forecasts that Britain’s withdrawal from the EU will send the world into a state of war are wildly overblown.
Many different faiths offer ideas about how to be more welcoming to strangers. That’s something we should all think about now.
An open letter to the prime minister appeals for a bold move to avert Brexit.
Seven steps to help mend family relationships tested by the result of the referendum.
It could be just another move in a long-term political masterstroke.
They dialled it up to 11 on day one – and there are still two months to go.
History shows how the act of remembrance has changed over time.
The Land Registry is a valuable asset – so why not keep it in state hands, for the public good?
The Australian prime minister has dissolved both houses of parliament in an effort to take firm control of the government. Can he do it?
The latest atrocity will accelerate President Erdogan assumption of executive powers in Turkey..
Madrid may hold the key to Scotland’s future – for several reasons.
Politically unstable and bordering the world’s most violent and volatile region, Turkey is at risk of descending into civil war.
Considering how central these people seemed to be to the campaign, it’s interesting how vague everyone is being about their future.
Party leader Angus Robertson thinks his party should trump Labour, since Jeremy Corbyn no longer commands the confidence of his MPs.
Islamic State lost ground, Colombia got a chance at lasting peace, and the Pope sounded a liberated note on homosexuality.
Brexit uncertainty, English xenophobia and a recession brewing - no wonder Scottish Labour is thinking about switching sides.
Recognising the symptoms of the dispossessed will prevent crimes against humanity.
There is debate among lawyers on whether the process for a Brexit, once begun, can be stopped.
Angela Merkel’s calmness is a key part of her negotiating strategy.
An incident on a train is a reminder of the damaging rhetoric that has been allowed to thrive in the run up to the referendum.
Brexit campaigners connected with voters who felt left behind – and won.
How can Jeremy Corbyn insist that he isn’t budging, despite a no confidence vote?