As Russians vote this weekend, remember that Britain is not immune to the cynical tactics and corrosion of trust that keep him in power, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr

Mandelson’s flaws were mistaken for credentials to represent Britain in the court of a rogue president, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr

If the president’s first term didn’t inoculate the American body politic against tyranny, there is no guarantee that a second dose will work, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr

The US president’s doctrine of lawless military adventures harms American interests and boosts Vladimir Putin, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr

It was said the wind emptied canals; caused waves to top the 700 ft Cliffs of Moher; and left the taste of Atlantic sea salt on vegetation in Meath, in the East of Ireland. “Oíche Gaoithe Móire, Ói…

The French president dominated the centre ground but has failed to build a legacy there. Labour is in danger of doing the same, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr

The long read: The late Kenyan novelist and activist believed erasing language was the most lasting weapon of oppression. Here, Aminatta Forna recalls the man and introduces his essay on decolonisatio...

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Nigel Farage and Kemi Badenoch have much more in common with the failed Tory leader than either cares to admit, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr

Seeing falsehoods everywhere is as damaging as believing too much. Our focus should be on helping people interpret information better

Donald Trump and Keir Starmer star in a new version of Dumb & Dumber.

Anti-science mysticism is enabling autocracy around the globe.

Still celebrated in parts of Ireland and in the diaspora, Wren’s day involves a parade where hunters sing at homes after catching a wren

Here is a selection of great Irish proverbs (seanfhocail) and words of wisdom that you can think about and what they mean.

A survey into people's attitudes to the health of British politics from leading investigative journalists who write about lobbying and dark money