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Graham Linehan, Irish comedy writer, was detained at Heathrow after police suspected inciting violence through three social media posts about trans issues. He was hospitalized due to stress and released on bail, with conditions including a ban on posting on X. The case raises free speech and police powers concerns.
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Peter Mandelson describes Donald Trump as a risk-taker and a wake-up call to the global status quo. He advocates for a US-UK technology partnership focused on AI, quantum computing, and rare-earth minerals, emphasizing Trump's influence on international security and the importance of maintaining the special relationship. The story reflects ongoing debates about Trump’s role in reshaping global politics, with recent speeches aligning him with a force for change rather than chaos.
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Recent events highlight escalating tensions over free speech involving Donald Trump, UK police actions, and media scrutiny. Trump has criticized UK police over free speech issues, while Channel 4 plans to broadcast a segment exposing his falsehoods during his UK visit. Meanwhile, UK police faced controversy over a Facebook-related incident involving a Trump supporter.
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The UK home secretary announced a white paper on police reform, aiming to address disparities and modernise the system amid a £1.2 billion budget shortfall. The reforms include creating a new National Centre for Policing and abolishing police and crime commissioners by 2028, shifting responsibilities to local authorities.