China has tightly controlled public expressions of grief following the death of former Premier Li Keqiang, with heavy censorship enforced during his state funeral. While officially lauding his contributions, the authorities appear concerned that widespread public nostalgia for Li could inadvertently fuel criticism of the current leadership under Xi Jinping.
Zambian authorities have arrested several prominent opposition figures, including a former justice minister and a previous national security adviser, in the aftermath of the recent presidential election. Police allege their involvement in an insurrection plot, while the leading opposition candidate claims he was the target of an assassination attempt.
Parents are facing significant hardship and distress due to systemic failings within the Child Maintenance Service (CMS). Mothers report protracted struggles to secure payments from absent parents, whilst fathers claim incorrect charges, with a substantial rise in tribunal appeals highlighting the agency's operational deficiencies.
