China funeral protests erupt over cremation mandate
Protests erupt in China's Guizhou province as villagers resist mandatory cremation policies. Traditional burial practices clash with government land preservation efforts amid rising unrest.
Category : Liberties
Jury trials set to be scrapped for most crimes
The UK government considers limiting jury trials to serious offences like murder and rape to tackle the record 78,000-case court backlog. Discover the proposed reforms.
BBC censors Trump line in Reith Lecture, author claims
Historian Rutger Bregman accuses the BBC of censorship after it removed his description of Donald Trump as 'the most openly corrupt president'. The corporation cites legal advice. Read the full story.
BBC censors Trump criticism in Reith Lecture edit
The BBC has edited its flagship Reith Lectures to remove Rutger Bregman's description of Donald Trump as 'the most openly corrupt president'. Discover the full story behind this censorship row.
Mother of Jay Slater campaigns for 'Jay's Law'
Debbie Duncan reveals her plan for 'Jay's Law' to protect grieving families from online trolls. Support the official petition now.
JD Vance Crime Claims Divide Cincinnati Despite Data
JD Vance's portrayal of Cincinnati as crime-ridden after viral brawl sparks debate despite falling violent crime statistics. Explore how national politics impacts local perceptions.
Iran executes man for rape amid soaring execution rates
Iran publicly executes convicted rapist as execution numbers dramatically increase, with women facing unprecedented rates under Khamenei's regime. Read the shocking statistics.
BBC censors Reith lecture on Trump, author claims
Dutch historian Rutger Bregman accuses the BBC of censoring his Reith lecture by removing a line calling Donald Trump 'the most openly corrupt president'. Discover the full story behind this free speech row.
Graham Linehan convicted of transgender harassment
Father Ted creator Graham Linehan found guilty of harassing transgender woman. Read the full details of the Westminster magistrates court ruling and its implications.
Italian court removes children from off-grid UK family
Outrage in Italy as a court removes three children from a British-Australian couple for their off-grid lifestyle. Over 143,000 sign a petition. Read the full story.
Hanson's Film Trailer Cancelled by Parliament
Pauline Hanson launches a blistering attack on Parliament after officials cancel the screening of her party's new movie trailer, labelling it 'censorship' and a 'betrayal of free speech'.
Cairo Takeaway counter-sues activist over trespass claims
Sydney's Cairo Takeaway counter-sues Ofir Birenbaum, alleging trespass during 'undercover Jew' operation. Restaurant claims activist sought 'negative reaction' from staff. Read the full legal battle details.
Melbourne police get 6-month warrantless search powers
Victoria Police can now conduct random stop-and-searches in inner Melbourne until May 2026. Human rights groups condemn the move as a 'vast overreach' of power. Learn more about the implications.
Shonda Rhimes funds Emmett Till memorial barn
Television producer Shonda Rhimes donates $1.5 million to preserve the Mississippi barn where Emmett Till was lynched, creating a 'sacred' memorial site set to open by 2030.
Reform UK's Legal Threats Against Media Outlets Grow
Reform UK faces accusations of 'Trumpian' legal bullying as party's barrister targets Guardian and Welsh news service. Explore the escalating media confrontations.
Judge throws out Trump attorney's cases against Comey
Federal judge dismisses Lindsey Halligan's indictments against James Comey and Letitia James, ruling her appointment unlawful. Pam Bondi vows immediate appeal.
Hanson's burqa stunt condemned by politicians
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson wears burqa in Australian Senate, sparking widespread condemnation and fears for Muslim women's safety. Read the full story.
Bolsonaro admits trying to break ankle monitor
Former Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro confesses to attempting to break his ankle monitor, leading to his incarceration. A court unanimously ruled to uphold his arrest. Read the full details.
Judge throws out criminal case against James Comey
A federal judge has dismissed criminal charges against former FBI director James Comey, ruling the prosecutor was unlawfully appointed. Read the full analysis.
Last Tulsa Race Massacre Survivor Dies Aged 111
Viola Ford Fletcher, a survivor of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, has died at 111. She spent her later years seeking justice for the attack on Greenwood's 'Black Wall Street'. Read her story.
NFL's First Trans Cheerleader Claims Unfair Dismissal
Justine Lindsay, the NFL's first transgender cheerleader, alleges the Carolina Panthers fired her for being trans. Explore the story and its political context.
Relationship Anarchy Reshapes Intimacy for Young People
New research reveals how relationship anarchy, a non-hierarchical approach to connection, is transforming how Gen Z and millennials build intimacy. Discover this radical new framework.
North Dakota Supreme Court Revives Abortion Ban
North Dakota's Supreme Court has reinstated a near-total abortion ban, making it a felony for doctors. Learn about the legal battle and its impact on healthcare access.
US Abortion Laws: 13 States Enact Total Bans
Explore the fractured US abortion landscape post-Roe v Wade. 13 states have near-total bans, while four restrict after six weeks. Track the latest state laws and ballot measures.
Judge dismisses Trump cases against Comey and James
A US federal judge has thrown out cases against James Comey and Letitia James, ruling the prosecutor was unlawfully appointed. Discover the legal details.
Italian court takes children from off-grid UK family
An Italian court's decision to remove three children from their British-Australian parents living off-grid sparks political outcry and accusations of 'kidnapping'. Read the full story.
Judge throws out James Comey case over grand jury errors
A US judge has dismissed the case against former FBI director James Comey, citing grand jury errors. The ruling deals a major blow to Donald Trump's alleged revenge plot. Read the full analysis.
Judge Dismisses Comey and James Criminal Cases
Federal judge throws out criminal cases against James Comey and Letitia James, ruling prosecutor was unlawfully appointed. Latest US political developments.
Women Challenge Oppression at Guardian Live Event
Sandi Toksvig, Elif Shafak and Zahra Joya discuss fighting female oppression worldwide. Learn how women are reclaiming their narratives and making history.
Family's off-grid life ends in police raid over mushrooms
An Australian mother and her British husband face losing their three children after Italian authorities raided their forest home over safety fears following a poisonous mushroom incident.
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