Florida sued over DeSantis law targeting Muslim groups
Civil rights group CAIR files lawsuit challenging Florida's 'foreign agents' law, alleging it unconstitutionally targets Muslim organisations. Read the full legal challenge.
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Historic Workers' Rights Bill Passes, Becomes Law
The Employment Rights Bill, granting day one sick pay and banning exploitative zero hours contracts, has passed Parliament. Discover what this historic upgrade means for you.
Civil Service workforce reaches highest level in nearly 20 years
New figures reveal the UK Civil Service has grown to 554,000 staff, its largest size since 2006. Explore the drivers behind this surge and the government's plans for future reform.
Unfair dismissal rights start 2027 after Rayner deal
UK workers will gain unfair dismissal rights after six months from 1 January 2027. Angela Rayner secured the accelerated date after talks with ministers. Read the full story.
Teen executes murderer in Taliban public killing
A 13-year-old boy executed a convicted murderer in a Taliban public killing before 80,000 spectators in Afghanistan. Read the full report on the regime's return to brutal 'eye for an eye' justice.
Judge Blocks Warrantless Immigration Arrests in US Capital
A federal judge has issued an injunction restricting immigration arrests without warrants in Washington D.C., siding with civil liberties groups. Read the full ruling details.
Labour U-turns on day-one unfair dismissal plans
The UK government abandons day-one unfair dismissal protection, opting for a six-month qualifying period. Find out how this impacts workers and businesses.
Ministers abandon day-one unfair dismissal protection
The UK government has scrapped plans for day-one protection against unfair dismissal. Workers will now need six months of service to claim, a reduction from two years. Read the full details.
Hong Kong Activists Convicted in Subversion Case
Fourteen Hong Kong pro-democracy activists found guilty in landmark subversion trial. The verdict raises concerns about civil liberties and political freedom in the territory. Read the full analysis.
Labour's employment rights bill transforms UK workplace
The Labour government's landmark employment rights bill promises the biggest shake-up of workplace protections in decades, challenging the Tory legacy and empowering British workers.
Hillsborough Law 'watered down' in new bill
Exclusive: Ministers accused of betraying Hillsborough families with weakened legal reforms as new bill fails to deliver promised 'duty of candour' for public officials.
Australia's Hate Crime Epidemic: Police Powers Under Fire
Exclusive investigation reveals how Australian police forces are struggling to handle soaring hate crimes despite new legislation, leaving minority communities exposed and distrustful of authorities.
Awaab's Law: New rights for tenants against mould
Groundbreaking new legislation inspired by tragic death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak gives UK tenants legal power to demand urgent repairs for dangerous damp and mould within strict timeframes.
France votes to define consent in law after landmark case
French parliament passes landmark legislation explicitly defining sexual consent after high-profile case reveals legal gaps. New 'presumption of non-consent' represents major victory for women's rights.
Farage: Cut 140,000 Civil Service Jobs, Ban Woke Agenda
Nigel Farage announces radical plan to cut Civil Service by 140,000 positions, making it easier to dismiss officials while banning diversity initiatives in sweeping Whitehall overhaul.
Government Courts Bill Sparks Protest Rights Backlash
Ministers accused of 'draconian' power grab as new legislation threatens to criminalise peaceful protests and grant sweeping powers to restrict demonstrations across England and Wales.
Hershey Spa worker sues over transgender locker room policy
A Pennsylvania spa employee has launched a federal lawsuit against The Hotel Hershey, alleging religious discrimination after being disciplined for objecting to transgender access to female changing facilities.
Lords revolt over Human Rights Act replacement
Leading legal experts and human rights organisations condemn government plans to scrap Human Rights Act, warning of dangerous consequences for British justice system
Labour demands probe into Cabinet Secretary's Tory links
Labour Party escalates pressure on Cabinet Secretary Simon Case over undisclosed Conservative Party connections, demanding immediate investigation into potential conflicts of interest at the heart of government.
UK bill grants legal rights to nature
A revolutionary bill introduced in Parliament could transform Britain's environmental protection by granting ecosystems legal personhood rights, following global precedents.
Senior civil servant forced out over 'plodding' reforms
Exclusive: A top-ranking civil servant has been removed from their position following mounting criticism over the sluggish pace of government reforms, sparking concerns about Whitehall's efficiency.
Your rights when a neighbour's tree hangs over your garden
Discover exactly what you can and cannot do when a neighbour's tree encroaches on your property, from trimming branches to legal disputes.
Supreme Court to hear landmark gun rights case
The US Supreme Court is set to examine whether banning marijuana users from owning firearms violates Second Amendment rights in a case that could reshape gun control laws.
Transgender man wins landmark pregnancy rights case
In a groundbreaking legal decision, a transgender man has won his appeal after the High Court ruled that wanting to conceive and carry a baby is not incompatible with living as a man. This landmark case sets a significant precedent for transgender rights
Iran thief to lose four fingers despite victim's forgiveness
A Iranian court has ordered the amputation of four fingers from a convicted thief, ignoring both the victim's forgiveness and international human rights concerns in a brutal application of Sharia law.
Chicago Police Body Cam Footage Reveals ICE Raid Tactics
Exclusive body camera footage exposes controversial ICE operations in Chicago, revealing aggressive tactics and raising serious civil liberties concerns in latest immigration enforcement controversy.
Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
In a landmark ruling, the US Supreme Court has fundamentally weakened the Voting Rights Act, raising alarm about minority voter protections and the future of electoral fairness in America.
Supreme Court weakens Voting Rights Act in landmark ruling
The US Supreme Court has dramatically weakened the Voting Rights Act, allowing states to implement electoral maps previously deemed racially discriminatory. This landmark decision could reshape American democracy for years to come.
Supreme Court rules for Black voters in Alabama case
In a major ruling with profound implications for American democracy, the Supreme Court has upheld protections for Black voters in Alabama, dealing a significant blow to Republican efforts to dilute minority voting power.
US Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
The US Supreme Court has dramatically weakened the Voting Rights Act in a controversial 6-3 decision that could reshape American elections for years to come.
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