McVey: Prisoners should never get vote
Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.
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MP warns Hillsborough Law could create 'slippery slope'
Labour MP Ian Byrne raises urgent concerns about the proposed Hillsborough Law, warning it could set a dangerous precedent for future tragedy responses while honouring victims' legacy.
Houthis sentence 35 to public execution in Yemen mass trial
In a deeply concerning development, Yemen's Houthi rebels have convicted 35 Yemenis in a mass trial, sentencing them to public execution for allegedly collaborating with Saudi Arabia. The controversial verdict has drawn international condemnation and rais
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
Taliban publicly executes man for murder of pregnant woman
Shocking public execution carried out by Taliban in Afghanistan as man is shot three times before crowd as punishment for murdering heavily pregnant woman in brutal retaliatory justice system.
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.
Colombia court protects Afro-indigenous community in Bogotá
In a historic decision, Colombia's highest court has intervened to protect the ancestral rights of an Afro-indigenous community facing displacement from their spiritual heartland in the nation's capital.
Trump calls for public executions of Hamas gang members
Former President Donald Trump has provoked international controversy by suggesting public executions for individuals he claims are Hamas gang members, drawing condemnation from human rights groups and political opponents.
Trans people risk exclusion from UK public spaces
A leading human rights expert reveals how transgender people face increasing barriers to accessing hospitals, shops, and public services across the UK, creating 'invisible walls' in daily life.
Mother ordered to stop breastfeeding at leisure centre
A Sydney mother's public breastfeeding ordeal at a council-run leisure centre sparks outrage and prompts official investigation into discriminatory practices.
Doctor's shocking toilet paper warning for public bathrooms
Medical experts reveal why you should always inspect toilet paper before use in public facilities - the surprising health risks could make you think twice.
The False Economy of Public Service Cuts
New economic analysis reveals how short-term spending cuts on essential services create massive long-term costs for taxpayers and communities across Britain.
NYC subway faces civil rights investigation over service equality
The US Department of Transportation launches civil rights investigation into New York's MTA following complaints about unequal service in minority neighbourhoods.
Stephen Lawrence's mother confronts Justice Secretary
Baroness Doreen Lawrence delivers powerful warning to Alex Chalk about potential weakening of public inquiry protections amid human rights law review
Brits trust AI more than politicians, poll reveals
A groundbreaking survey shows Britons now place greater trust in artificial intelligence and Google search results than in government ministers and MPs, signalling a dramatic crisis of confidence in Westminster.
Republicans barred from Nassau County legislative meeting
In a controversial move, Nassau County's Democratic leadership has excluded Republican legislators from a key public meeting, sparking accusations of constitutional violations and partisan power grabs on Long Island.
Badenoch attacks Human Rights Act in Tory speech
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch launches blistering attack on Human Rights Act, vowing to prevent 'foreign courts' from dictating UK policy in explosive Conservative conference address.
Public Decorum Crisis: Aggression Surges at UK Events
Exclusive investigation reveals how swearing, spitting and physical intimidation are becoming commonplace at British public gatherings, with experts warning of a dangerous new normal for civic behaviour.
Viral toilet warning reveals disturbing hidden danger
A TikTok video revealing what lurks beneath public toilet seats has gone viral, with an Australian woman's shocking find prompting serious health concerns and widespread revulsion.
Bus driver denies passenger with assistance dog
A Sydney bus driver refused to let a passenger with a registered assistance dog board, leaving the man stranded and sparking outrage over disability access rights.
Australia's Public Transport Crisis: Commuters Reveal Shocking Decline
Australian commuters are speaking out about a disturbing decline in public transport standards, from rampant anti-social behaviour to frequent cancellations and safety concerns that are making daily travel unbearable.
Lammy accused of ignoring women's rights in UN delegation row
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under fire for allegedly ignoring women's rights groups by appointing a LGBTQ charity to the UK's delegation for a key UN human rights meeting, sparking accusations of a 'hierarchy of rights'.
Call for Calmer Conversations on Gender Identity
Amidst heated public debate, a new report urges a shift towards more respectful and evidence-based discussions on gender and women's rights in the UK.
Town Fury Over $22k Giant Eggplant and Peach Statues
Westminster, Maryland, faces a fierce public backlash after the local council approved $22,000 for controversial giant sculptures of an eggplant and a peach, sparking a heated debate about fiscal responsibility and public art.
Taliban carries out public executions in Afghanistan
The Taliban has publicly executed two men and flogged 14 others in northern Afghanistan's Balkh province, marking a severe return to Sharia law punishments and raising major human rights concerns.
Sydney's Warwick Farm Station Overrun by Drug Addicts and Violence
Exclusive investigation reveals the harrowing reality of Warwick Farm station, where drug addicts, used needles, and violent assaults have created a no-go zone for terrified Sydney commuters and residents.
Lammy: Hillsborough Law will punish serious wrongdoing
Foreign Secretary David Lammy announces landmark 'Hillsborough Law' to end impunity for public authorities and create a legal duty of candour, forcing transparency in official investigations.
Public Officials Face Jail in New UK Misconduct Law
A landmark new bill will introduce criminal sanctions, including imprisonment, for public officials who breach official codes of conduct, marking the UK's toughest-ever anti-corruption measure.
DeSantis signs Florida bill erasing LGBTQ+ protections
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has enacted a sweeping new law that critics decry as a state-sanctioned effort to 'erase' LGBTQ+ individuals by dismantling key protections and censoring public discourse on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Train Rage: Passenger Shoved in Viral Reclining Seat Clash
Shocking video captures the moment a furious woman physically shoves a fellow passenger on a UK train in a violent row over a reclined seat. The explosive incident, which has gone viral, ignites the fierce debate on public transport etiquette and passenge
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