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Judges urge raising criminal age from 10 to 14

Former Supreme Court President Lady Hale leads calls to raise the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14, citing neuroscience and international norms. The government opposes the change.

EU Court: Polish Tribunal Not Independent

The EU's top court has ruled Poland's Constitutional Tribunal lacks independence due to politicised appointments. The decision pressures Warsaw to enact reforms.

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.

Debt Collection Charges Dismissed Against Panthera

Criminal charges against debt firm Panthera Finance dismissed after court rules it wasn't technically collecting. Consumer Affairs Victoria ordered to pay costs. Read the full analysis.

NSW child protection law faces 'shock' loophole

A controversial loophole in NSW's new child protection legislation could see more children incarcerated despite reforms intended to strengthen safeguards for 10-14 year olds.

Slovenia's Security Law Creates Roma 'Zones'

Slovenia passes controversial 'Šutar law' granting police sweeping powers in Roma neighbourhoods, sparking discrimination accusations from human rights groups. Read the full analysis.

McCartney's Silent AI Protest in New Album

Paul McCartney releases his first track in five years on a silent protest album against AI copyright threats. Over 1000 artists join the fight for creative rights. Read the full story.

UK bans strangulation in pornography

New legislation making pornography depicting strangulation a criminal offence comes into force in the UK, marking a significant shift in online safety regulation.

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.

Short, Sharp Exercise Best for Heart Health

Groundbreaking research shows brief bursts of vigorous activity are more effective for cardiovascular health than longer moderate sessions. Discover how just minutes a day can transform your heart health.

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.

Iris Law's Victoria's Secret diva demands revealed

Exclusive details reveal Iris Law's specific backstage requirements for her Victoria's Secret Fashion Show debut, from temperature-controlled dressing rooms to particular snack preferences, as the nepotism baby model makes her lingerie brand entrance.

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