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An investigation links Elbit to what’s been called NATO’s highest-profile corruption scandal since the alliance was founded
Arms Trade Corruption Tracker exposes NATO's 'highest-profile corruption scandal'
An investigation links Elbit to what’s been called NATO’s highest-profile corruption scandal since the alliance was founded
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February 18, 2026 at 9:25 PM
War criminal Tony Blair has named Schindler’s List as his favourite film — and the reaction on social media says everything about his legacy
Tony Blair says his favourite film is Schindler's List. No, really.
Tony Blair has named Schindler’s List his favourite film — and the reaction on social media says everything about his legacy
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February 18, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Nine former Reform UK councillors have defected to Restore Britain. So what is it then, same politics in a new shade of blue?
Another shade of blue? Nine ex-Reform councillors defect to Restore
Nine former Reform UK councillors have defected to Restore Britain. So what is it then, same politics in a new shade of blue?
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February 18, 2026 at 5:49 PM
A military academic suggests UK leaders risk backlash if they discipline special forces over alleged war crimes. It should be the exact opposite
This military expert says UK leaders should be afraid to discipline Special Forces for war crimes
A military academic suggests UK leaders risk backlash if they discipline special forces over alleged war crimes. It should be the opposite
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February 18, 2026 at 5:47 PM
🚨 NEW - eighteen defendants from Palestine Action have now been acquitted of aggravated burglary charges in huge victory
Palestine Action defendants have aggravated burglary charges dropped
Eighteen defendants from Palestine Action have now been acquitted of aggravated burglary charges in huge victory
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February 18, 2026 at 4:42 PM
The IOC are strewing their double standards all over the Winter Olympics, protecting Russia and Israel at every turn
International Olympic Committee drowning in hypocrisy over Russia and Israel
The IOC are strewing their double standards all over the Winter Olympics, protecting Russia and Israel at every turn
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February 18, 2026 at 2:56 PM
Survivor of Epstein abuse, Anouska de Georgiou, rejects Keir Starmer's apology as she asks how justice will be delivered

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British Epstein survivor rejects Keir Starmer's 'apology'
Survivor of Epstein abuse, Anouska de Georgiou, rejects Keir Starmer's apology as she asks how justice will be delivered
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February 18, 2026 at 2:11 PM
The DWP have worked to further stigmatise benefit claimants, and have proven they can't be trusted to treat disabled people fairly

By @rachelcdailey.bsky.social
Why is the DWP suddenly being honest about the rise in Universal Credit claims?
The DWP have worked to further stigmatise benefit claimants, and have proven they can't be trusted to treat disabled people fairly
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February 18, 2026 at 1:53 PM
Trump is accused of intervening to stop the broadcast of late night host Colbert from interviewing a Democratic candidate for Texas
Trump tries to censor Texas Democrat Talarico's Colbert appearance
Trump is accused of intervening to stop the broadcast of late night host Colbert from interviewing a Democratic candidate for Texas
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February 18, 2026 at 1:04 PM
Warmongering BAE Systems have announced record profits - how lovely that the world is soaked in blood thanks to them
Arms giant BAE Systems posts record profits in blood money
Warmongering BAE Systems have announced record profits - how lovely that the world is soaked in blood thanks to them
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February 18, 2026 at 11:58 AM
Zia Yusuf couldn't explain exactly why Reform want to rip up the Equality Act - because that would involve saying the quiet part out loud

By @rachelcdailey.bsky.social
Zia Yusuf gets his arse handed to him on Newsnight over Equality Act
Zia Yusuf couldn't explain exactly why Reform want to rip up the Equality Act - because that would involve saying the quiet part out loud
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February 18, 2026 at 11:49 AM
Vinícius Júnior is being abused twice over - once on the pitch with a racist slur, and then again with Benfica's obscene denials
Vinícius Júnior slams racist cowards as game halted over abuse
Vinícius Júnior is being abused twice over - once on the pitch with a racist slur, and then again with Benfica's obscene denials
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February 18, 2026 at 11:37 AM
Hollywood A-listers reject Berlinale silence on Israel's genocide in Palestine, and dramatically call out the German government

By @skwawkbox.org
Hollywood actors among 81 to sign letter criticising Berlinale's Gaza silence
Hollywood A-listers reject Berlinale silence on Israel's genocide in Palestine, and dramatically call out the German government
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February 18, 2026 at 10:23 AM
Palestinian children's childhoods are being ruined in front of our eyes. Why does this have to go on?
February 18, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Palestinian children's childhoods are being ruined in front of our eyes. Why does this have to go on?
February 18, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Trial begins in "callous" murder of young deaf woman in Romford

Zahwa Mukhtar was described in court as “bright, bubbly, enthusiastic and very eager to learn” - but yet was murdered last year.
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Trial begins in "callous" murder of young deaf woman in Romford
Zahwa Mukhtar was described in court as “bright, bubbly, enthusiastic and very eager to learn” - but yet was murdered last year
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February 18, 2026 at 7:00 AM
"Criticism of the Israeli government.. is a moral responsibility, when we see what they're doing to innocent people"
February 18, 2026 at 1:01 AM
Hillary Clinton attempts to sidestep the truth about her links to Epstein, before testifying before a congressional committee.

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Hillary Clinton's latest feeble attempts to gloss over Epstein links
Hillary Clinton attempts to sidestep the truth about her links to Epstein, before testifying before a congressional committee
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February 18, 2026 at 12:02 AM
This is a blatant lie. Trump has many allegations of r*pe and sexual assault related to Epstein.
February 18, 2026 at 12:01 AM
The NYPD has admitted to spying on residents — and Mamdani's supporters are watching to see if he will end these practices?

@skwawkbox.org has more.

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Can Mamdani stop NYPD from spying on residents?
The NYPD has admitted to spying on residents — and Mamdani's supporters are watching to see if he will curb these practices?
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February 17, 2026 at 10:37 PM
Do senior Labour politicians have relatives fighting in the Israeli military?

In July 2023, Richard Hermer KC declared that he had "dear family members" serving in the Israeli military. Now, he's Labour's AG - but Hermer is not the only one...
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Do senior Labour politicians have relatives fighting in the Israeli military?
In July 2023, Richard Hermer KC declared that he had "dear family members" serving in the Israeli military. Now, he's Labour's AG
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February 17, 2026 at 10:35 PM
India's sovereignty is cracking under Modi's divisive policies and the working class — unafraid and unwavering — is reclaiming their nation.
India’s historic strike challenges Modi’s pro-US, pro-corporate laws
India's sovereignty is cracking under Modi's divisive policies and the working class, unafraid and unwavering, is reclaiming their nation
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February 17, 2026 at 9:54 PM
Labour sinks knee-deep in sex abuse scandals, while Starmer and the corporate media turn their backs on victims, @skwawkbox.org writes.

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Labour deselects 3 councillors for wanting inquiry into paedophile
Keir Starmer's Labour party has deselected three Labour councillors and blocked them contesting May's local elections — punishment for demanding: an
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February 17, 2026 at 8:31 PM
Ramadan 🌙 has officially arrived.

The Canary wishes everyone observing the holy month a blessed Ramadan. Our thoughts are with the people of Gaza, Sudan, Lebanon, Syria, and Iran during these challenging times.
February 17, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Unemployment in the UK has risen to 5.2%, mostly impacting young people the majority of whom support for a Job Guarantee, according to Lancet.

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With unemployment rising, no wonder 82% of Brits support a Job Guarantee
Unemployment in the UK has risen to 5.2%, mostly impacting young people the majority of whom support for a Job Guarantee, according to Lancet
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February 17, 2026 at 7:14 PM