The Empire Strikes Back. Across the globe governments are using terrorism laws to prosecute protesters. Decca Muldowney traces the practice back to its colonial origins, and considers the future consequences for activism.

People across the world are standing up to the power of the arms trade. Amy Hall explores its threat to life and democracy.

The global trend towards liberalizing abortion is being overshadowed by a newly emboldened anti-rights movement that wants to erode bodily autonomy. Bethany Rielly learns how feminist movements are organizing to put abortion back in the hands of the people – and keep it there.

How can we prevent an unjust transition? As the clean economy gets into gear, Nick Dowson asks whether a market-focused, subsidies-led approach will just mean more of the same.

Bethany Rielly explores the chilling impact of the Spanish state’s intrusive surveillance tactics against Catalan civil society. Is there a chance of justice?

We depend on it for food, shelter and work, it’s a cultural marker and a source of identity – but also a site of violence and anguish. It’s time for a reckoning, writes Amy Hall.

The state of Oregon has expanded access to abortion, birth control and post-natal medical care for women, writes Amy Hall

A community group is campaigning to turn the London borough of Haringey into a safer place for migrants. Charlotte England reports.

Alessio Perrone writes how Islamophobia is driving a wedge between love and secular values.

Highlights from the 2025 Toronto Festival by Richard Swift.

A new study of transgender experiences finds both diversity and common ground. By Jennie Kermode.

De lado a lado; BCUC.

In the first letter of a new series, Maya Misikir writes about the loss of her citys soul to a new development project thats ripping communities apart.

Blind outdoors enthusiast, Divyanshu Ganatra, on the importance of inclusion through adventure sports in India. Profile by Priti Salian.

Donald Trump's right-hand man is at the centre of global power. And he's dangerous.

1926; State of the union; Walk out!; Workers under attack.

The photos, facts, and politics of Indonesia.

I can say I believe, by Kate Evans.