Illinois Launches Free LGBTQ+ Legal Defence Hotline
Illinois establishes a groundbreaking, state-funded legal hotline offering free, immediate counsel to LGBTQ+ residents facing discrimination, housing issues, and civil rights violations.
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New UK consumer law bans subscription traps and fake reviews
Millions of UK consumers gain powerful new rights as the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act becomes law, tackling subscription traps and fake reviews.
Gay Men Brutally Whipped in Public Under Sharia Law
Two gay men were publicly whipped in Indonesia's Aceh province after being found guilty under strict Sharia law. The brutal caning has sparked international outrage and renewed debate on human rights.
Victoria's Welcome Sign Updated to Honour Traditional Owners
In a landmark move for reconciliation, Melbourne's iconic 'Welcome to Victoria' sign is being replaced with a new version acknowledging the Traditional Owners. This historic change marks a significant step in Victoria's nation-leading treaty process.
Uluru Tourists Face £53k Fines Under New Climbing Ban Rules
Visitors to Australia's iconic Uluru are being warned that climbing the sacred monolith is strictly prohibited, with new signs outlining potential fines exceeding £50,000 for those who break the rules.
Cooks' Cottage relocation row sparks reconciliation debate
Fitzroy Gardens' iconic Cooks' Cottage faces a controversial proposal to relocate to Victoria's parliament precinct as a gesture of Aboriginal reconciliation, sparking intense debate about historical preservation versus colonial legacy.
Badenoch's Equality Act Redefinition Sparks Fury
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch's proposed redefinition of 'sex' in the Equality Act has sparked a major political and social firestorm, pitting transgender rights against single-sex spaces.
US deports Ugandan asylum seeker, igniting diplomatic row
Exclusive: The US deports a Ugandan asylum seeker, Kilmer Abrego Garcia, despite court findings he would face 'certain persecution' for his sexuality, igniting a major row with Uganda and outrage from human rights groups.
US imposes visa restrictions on Uganda over anti-gay law
The United States has announced new visa restrictions for Ugandan officials in response to the country's harsh Anti-Homosexuality Act. This decisive move signals a major diplomatic rift over human rights.
JK Rowling Slams Sturgeon Over Gender Rights Approach
Harry Potter author JK Rowling delivers a scathing critique of former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's approach to gender recognition reforms, accusing her of fostering a toxic public discourse and ignoring women's concerns.
Nigerian father wins UK asylum after claiming he's gay
A Nigerian father, previously denied asylum three times, has been granted the right to remain in Britain after a tribunal accepted his late claim that he faces persecution for being gay in his home country.
UK bans Palestine Action under terrorism legislation
The UK government has officially outlawed Palestine Action under terrorism legislation, sparking fierce debate over protest rights and jury independence. Activists vow to continue demonstrations despite the ban.
Trump Enlists Pam Bondi to Fight Transgender Discrimination Suits
Ex-President Donald Trump enlists former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi to counter lawsuits alleging discrimination against transgender people at his Minnesota golf club, reigniting debates on LGBTQ+ rights and political lobbying.
Yosemite Ranger Sacked in Trans Pride Flag Dispute
A veteran Yosemite National Park ranger has been dismissed following a dispute over displaying a Trans Pride flag at work, igniting a fierce debate on free speech, discrimination, and National Park Service policies.
Rwandan-Backed Rebels Accused of Congo War Crimes
A damning new report from Human Rights Watch details horrific war crimes, including mass killings and rape, perpetrated by the M23 rebel group with Rwandan support in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Pro-trans activists clash with police at women's rights protest
Tensions flared in central London as pro-trans activists and police clashed during a women's rights demonstration, sparking debates over free speech and gender identity.
Watchdog slams police tactics at Gaza protests
The UK's human rights watchdog has raised serious concerns over excessive police force during recent pro-Palestine demonstrations, calling for urgent reforms.
Taliban's Harsh Rule: Afghan Women Four Years On
Four years after the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan, women face severe restrictions, including imprisonment for minor offences, as the regime enforces strict Islamic laws.
Gambia Debates Lifting FGM Ban
Gambia's parliament debates repealing the ban on female genital mutilation (FGM), sparking global outrage and fears of regression in women's rights.
Hanson demands audit of Aboriginal grants
Controversial Australian senator Pauline Hanson calls for a full audit of taxpayer-funded grants to Aboriginal organisations, alleging mismanagement and wasted public funds.
Air Canada criticised for wheelchair assistance charge
Air Canada is under scrutiny after a passenger with mobility issues was charged for wheelchair assistance, sparking outrage and calls for better disability policies in air travel.
UK human rights decline amid anti-Semitism surge
A damning report highlights worsening human rights in Britain, citing rising anti-Semitic violence under Labour and growing curbs on free speech. The findings echo concerns from Donald Trump's administration.
Trump admin accuses UK of human rights failures
The Trump administration has accused the UK of failing to uphold human rights standards, sparking a diplomatic row between the two allies.
Sturgeon opens up on gender identity in new book
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon reflects on gender identity, self-ID, and her political journey in a revealing new memoir, sparking fresh debates on LGBTQ+ rights and Scottish independence.
Sydney club faces backlash over Aboriginal land claim
A historic Sydney bowling club is embroiled in controversy after rejecting an Aboriginal land claim, sparking outrage and debate over cultural recognition.
Moroccan woman arrested for 'Allah is lesbian' T-shirt
A woman in Morocco has been arrested and threatened with stoning after wearing a T-shirt with the slogan 'Allah is a lesbian' in public, sparking outrage and debate over religious expression and LGBTQ+ rights.
Davies: Reform UK & Trump harming UK gay rights
Renowned screenwriter Russell T Davies warns of a troubling decline in UK gay rights, pointing fingers at Reform UK and Donald Trump's influence.
Russell T Davies condemns UK's LGBTQ+ rights decline
Renowned 'Doctor Who' showrunner Russell T Davies criticises the UK's regression on LGBTQ+ rights, calling for urgent action to protect freedoms.
Wanambi wins £100k art prize for road sign masterpiece
Indigenous artist Gaypalani Wanambi has claimed the prestigious NATSIAA 2025 award for her breathtaking artwork crafted from discarded road signs, blending tradition with contemporary sustainability.
Aboriginal man dies alone in NSW custody
The tragic death of an Aboriginal man in a NSW prison without his family by his side has reignited calls for urgent reform in communication policies.
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