DONALD TRUMP is trying to bamboozle the world into abandoning the just claims of the Palestinian people – and it’s up to democrats across the world to protest and stop him. The next protest action in the UK is a ...

STORM CIARA reminded us of the need to respect nature – not try to think we are more powerful than natural storm forces around us. Don’t put your life at risk – or the lives of other people. “Whilst on ...

SYRIAN REFUGEES would agree that, given their long wait for fighting to end, this statement is very true. “Making peace, I have found, is much harder than making war.” Gerry Adams •Read more about it: Thought for today The Thames ...

HE WAS dubbed a “vandal” for agreeing plans to run a road for through traffic across Fish Island in Bow – but now London Mayor Sadiq Khan has expressed dismay over a government move to relax environmental standards for house ...

YOU ARE NOT just a lone voice. Even on your own you can have a big impact. Combine with others, and your power will grow. “If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a ...

WAS TORY Home Secretary Sajid Javid within his rights to take away Shamima Begum’s UK citizenship? The Special Immigration Appeals Commission (SIAC) says “yes” – leaving civil rights campaigners concerned that the judicial system is upholding a political decision. Let’s ...

A MASSIVE police investigation has led to the conviction and sentencing of Dr Manish Shah, 50, of Brunel Close, Romford for sexually assaulting women patients. The offences were carried out while Dr Shah was working as a GP at the ...

STANDING UP FOR democracy doesn’t guarantee an easy win… “Our founders’ vision of a republic is under threat from actions from the White House,” she said. “If we do not act now, we would be derelict in our duty. It’s ...

LEYTON ORIENT are at home to Macclesfield Town on Saturday, 8th February – and tickets for under-18s will set you back just £1. The match at the O’s Breyer Group Stadium kicks off at 3pm. The special offer tickets should ...

WHEN oppressed and exploited people stand together, they become powerful. “I am Spartacus!” The legendary words spoken not by, but in solidarity with Spartacus. Kirk Douglas, 1916-2020, RIP. •Read more about it: Thought for today The Thames Today