Judge Orders Reinstatement of Over 1,000 VOA Employees
A federal judge has mandated the reinstatement of more than 1,000 Voice of America employees, ruling that attempts to shutter the agency were illegal.
Category : Liberties
AI Facial Recognition Wrongly Arrests Man, Sparks Bias Outcry
Alvi Choudhury, 26, was detained for 10 hours after AI misidentified him as a burglar. He criticises the system's high error rates and racial bias, calling for a police ban on its use.
UK Survivor Says Antisemitism 'Running Riot' After October 7
Anat Ron-Kendall, the only known UK-based British-Israeli survivor of the October 7 Hamas attack, speaks out about antisemitism in Britain and her harrowing experience during the assault.
Bukele Pushes Life Sentences as 1% of Salvadorans Jailed
President Nayib Bukele's party advances constitutional reform for life prison sentences in El Salvador, where over 1% of the population is imprisoned in a crackdown on gangs.
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Alabama Supreme Court Expands Police Power to Demand ID
The Alabama Supreme Court has ruled police can demand physical identification during stops if they find verbal answers unsatisfactory, following a case involving a Black pastor's arrest.
DOJ: Journalist Arrested by ICE Has No First Amendment Rights
The arrest of Nashville reporter Estefany Rodriguez Florez by ICE sparks a legal battle over First Amendment protections for undocumented immigrants, with advocates decrying a pattern of free speech policing.
UK Survivor Slams Government Over Anti-Semitism and Neglect
Anat Ron-Kendall, Britain's only known survivor of the October 7 Hamas attacks, criticizes the UK government for failing to acknowledge her trauma and allowing anti-Semitism to escalate nationwide.
MI5 Settles Claim with Woman Abused by Undercover Spy
MI5 has apologised and settled a legal claim brought by a woman abused by her ex-partner, an undercover spy. The agency admitted providing false evidence in court proceedings.
Court Allows Legal Challenge Over Trans Access at Hampstead Ponds
Sex Matters charity wins appeal to proceed with High Court challenge against City of London Corporation's policy allowing trans people to use single-sex swimming facilities at Hampstead Heath.
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Jury Rights Case Dismissed Amid Labour's Trial Reform Plans
A judge dismissed contempt charges against Trudi Warner in 2024, sparking debate over Labour's proposal to halve jury trials. Critics warn this threatens democratic safeguards and risks miscarriages of justice.
Jimmy Lai's Family Gets Distressing Health News, Son Speaks Out
The family of imprisoned Hong Kong democracy campaigner Jimmy Lai has received distressing news about his deteriorating health, his son revealed in an emotional address.
UK Nuclear Emergency: Three Critical Safety Steps
The UK Government has released official safety guidance detailing three essential steps for citizens to follow in the event of a nuclear strike or radiation emergency on British soil.
El Salvador Arbitrarily Detains US Deportees, HRW Reports
Salvadoran nationals deported from the United States face arbitrary detention in El Salvador, disappearing into prison systems with no contact with families or legal representation, according to Human Rights Watch.
BBC Seeks Dismissal of Trump's $10 Billion Defamation Case
The BBC has filed a motion to dismiss Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit, warning it could have a chilling effect on journalism and free speech.
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BBC Moves to Dismiss Trump's $10 Billion Defamation Claim
The BBC has filed a motion to dismiss Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit, warning of a chilling effect on journalism. The case centres on a 2024 Panorama documentary about the Capitol riot.
BBC Moves to Dismiss Trump Defamation Suit Over Panorama Edit
The BBC has filed a motion to dismiss Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit, arguing it would have a 'chilling effect' on robust reporting about public figures and events.
Women Arrested for Abortions Despite Decriminalisation Vote
Police in England continue to arrest women over suspected illegal abortions, despite MPs voting to decriminalise the act last year. Cases involve vulnerable individuals facing traumatic investigations.
12 Arrests at London Al-Quds Day Protests Expose Iranian Divisions
Twelve arrests were made during rival Al-Quds Day protests in London, with police investigating chants and deploying 1,000 officers to separate pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli demonstrations.
FCC Chair Faces GOP Backlash Over License Threat
Republican Senator Ron Johnson criticises FCC Chairman Brendan Carr's warning to revoke broadcaster licenses over 'fake news' about Iran conflict, citing First Amendment concerns.
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Bill Gates and Epstein: Apologies Not Enough for Survivors
An expert on human trafficking argues that wealthy figures like Bill Gates must go beyond apologies to help survivors, citing the digital exposure crisis from leaked Epstein files.
Iranian Nurses Gang-Raped by Regime for Treating Protesters
Two Iranian nurses were reportedly gang-raped and brutally tortured by IRGC agents after providing medical aid to wounded anti-government protesters in January.
Rushdie Rejects Free Speech Symbol Role, Emphasises Writing
Salman Rushdie states he prefers recognition for his books over being a free speech icon, discussing censorship trends and his recovery from a 2022 knife attack linked to a fatwa.
Home Office AI in Asylum Cases Faces Legal Scrutiny
Legal experts warn that the Home Office's use of AI to process asylum claims may be unlawful, citing transparency failures and flawed summaries that could lead to court challenges.
Indonesian Activist Hospitalised After Brutal Acid Attack
Andrie Yunus, a prominent human rights defender, suffered severe burns after an acid assault by unidentified assailants, sparking national and international condemnation.
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UK Nuclear Strike Safety: Best Shelter Spots at Home
The British Government outlines critical three-step protocol for radiation emergencies: go in, stay in, tune in. Experts reveal safest indoor locations and survival odds.
Siblings in Love Fight to Legalize Marriage After Having Children
Ana and Daniel Parra, half-siblings who met as adults, fell in love and now have two children. They are campaigning to change Spanish law to allow marriage between relatives, despite facing online abuse and genetic concerns.
Iranians Dance at Funerals, Redefining Grief and Defiance
Across Iran, funerals are transforming as mourners dance and sing at gravesides, challenging traditional norms. This emergent behaviour reflects a profound societal shift in processing collective sorrow and fear under authoritarian pressure.
FCC Chair Faces Backlash Over Iran War Coverage Threats
Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr is under fire after threatening broadcasters' licenses over Iran war coverage, with critics calling it 'flagrantly anti-First Amendment' and unconstitutional.
Justice Department Drops Charges Against Veteran for Flag Burning
The US Department of Justice has dismissed charges against Jan 'Jay' Carey, a military veteran who burned an American flag in protest of Trump's executive order targeting flag burning, citing First Amendment protections.
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Australian Children Arrested Under Flawed Extremism Laws
Experts criticise laws criminalising children as young as 10 for possessing extremist material online, citing risks to vulnerable youth with disabilities and unclear legal boundaries.
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