Generation Z protesters in Nepal torch parliament and clash with security forces after a social media ban, prompting military warnings of intervention.

Germany's parliament on Thursday lifted the immunity of a prominent far-right lawmaker with the Alternative for Germany party, after which authorities searched his home and offices following a court order.

Over 20 people have now been killed as protests escalated on the second day of unrest, with Nepal's Prime Minister resigning.

François Bayrou lost a motion of no confidence in France's National Assembly as lawmakers on the left and the right rejected his plans for stinging budget cuts.

As protesters in Nepal stormed parliament this week forcing the prime minister to quit, luxury hotels and residences were attacked by arsonists amid anger at the lavish lifestyle of the elites in one of the world's poorest countries.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu told European lawmakers that Russia is carrying out extensive interference in an attempt to pull her country back into its orbit ahead of this month’s crucial parliamentary elections.

Tens of thousands of protesters have taken to the streets of Nepal's capital to express anger over a government decision to block most social media platforms.

On Friday, the Polish parliament (Sejm) passed a law stipulating that social insurance payouts for foreigners will depend on whether they are employed. — Ukrinform.

NEHAWU members want bonuses to be based on their annual packages, instead of on 100% of their monthly salary Cape Town - Striking Parliament employees want two simple things, they and their posters insist: More money and for secretary to Parliament Gengezi Mgidlana to fall.

Student George Abaraonye posted on social media after news of the shooting broke, seeming to welcome the attack, according to media reports.