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

Britain’s general election saw the rightwing Conservatives swept out – and a huge majority for Labour. But the shallowness of the victorious party’s support points to an existential threat to dominant parties across the world, argues Conrad Landin.

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.

As the cost of living crisis becomes entrenched, Nick Dowson examines the scene of the crime, tracks down the culprits and proposes a route to resolution.

We cannot let the ever-expanding oil and gas industry stand in the way of urgently needed climate action. Nick Dowson lays out a path to change.

Lives and livelihoods have been laid down for democracy. The economy is on the brink of collapse. The world must support the people’s quest to end military rule once and for all, writes Preeti Jha.

Refugees in Germany complain about the lack of support by liberal and left-wing activists, writes Morgan Meaker

Anniversary of The Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament.

Spud life; Toy story; Elephant reprieve.

Every Body; Tótem.

Britain’s economy crashed, its Queen died – but Liz Truss is back. Clara Hill read her book so you don't have to.

Words by Graeme Green.

Stephanie Boyd experiences new life amid grief on a night voyage in the Peruvian Amazon.

A profile of Afghan campaigner for women’s education and rights Jamila Afghani, who started by persuading the imams. Beena Nadeem talks to the unassuming trailblazer

Kim Jong-un's headline grabbing aggressive irrationalism takes some beating (though he might have met his match in recent times...)

Know your debt; Twin powers; Where the money flows; Household debt.

The photos, facts, and politics of Mauritius.

ILYA traces the key role of propaganda in Kenya’s Mau Mau anti-colonial rebellion – and examines how history is made.