Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson faces criticism as long-awaited transgender guidance for schools faces further delays from the Equality and Human Rights Commission, sparking political blame game.
The UK government has prevented Wales from implementing its own ban on conversion therapy, sparking a major constitutional dispute over devolved powers and LGBTQ+ rights protections.
The extraordinary life of pioneering transgender rights activist Miss Major Griffin-Gracy is being honoured in London through a powerful new exhibition and documentary, celebrating her decades of frontline work supporting marginalised communities.
Britain's highest court has rejected a landmark case seeking to expand transgender rights, dealing a significant setback to gender recognition reform efforts across the UK.
A damning report from Europe's top human rights monitor reveals Britain's transgender treatment services are failing to meet international standards, creating dangerous waiting times and access barriers.
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.
A powerful new documentary reveals the tragic story of intersex individuals subjected to non-consensual surgery as children, sparking urgent calls for medical reform and human rights protection.
The Northern Territory government enacts controversial new legislation barring transgender women from female correctional facilities, citing safety concerns and sparking human rights debates.
Tragedy strikes as a bus carrying Easter pilgrims plunges 50 metres down a ravine near Mamatlakala, leaving 45 dead and sole eight-year-old survivor fighting for life.
Johannesburg and Pretoria face devastating floods as South Africa declares state of emergency with multiple fatalities reported and infrastructure severely damaged.
African nations are calling for wealthy countries to honour their climate finance commitments as new research reveals the staggering £1.3 trillion needed for decarbonisation across the continent.
Former President Donald Trump faces widespread condemnation after vowing to deploy law enforcement against California's LGBTQ+ community during a recent rally speech.
Discover Sierra Leone's breathtaking coastline, pristine rainforests and vibrant culture in this comprehensive travel guide to West Africa's emerging tourism destination.
Former President Donald Trump faces mounting criticism from LGBTQ+ advocates and business leaders following controversial remarks at his Providence rally, prompting corporate sponsors to withdraw support.
In a controversial move, Republican legislators in Nassau County have rejected the historic appointment of a transgender woman to the county legislature, sparking debates over discrimination and political partisanship.
In a controversial 6-3 decision, America's highest court has struck down local bans on conversion therapy, reigniting debates over LGBTQ+ protections and states' rights.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's controversial policies spark massive LGBTQ+ tourism boycott, costing Miami Beach millions as travellers choose more inclusive destinations.
A British tourist has mysteriously disappeared during a hike near a crocodile-infested lake in South Africa's renowned Kruger National Park, sparking an urgent search operation and growing fears for his safety.
England's women secure dramatic 2-wicket win against South Africa as Nat Sciver-Brunt scores magnificent century in final-ball thriller at County Ground.
A spectacular bowling performance from Linsey Smith propels England to a dramatic victory over South Africa in the Women's Cricket World Cup, keeping their tournament hopes alive.
South African Olympic champion Caster Semenya secures historic victory at European Court of Human Rights in her decade-long fight against testosterone regulations in athletics.
South Africa's ambassador to France, Mphakama Mbete, has been discovered deceased at his official Paris home, prompting investigations by French authorities and diplomatic responses from Pretoria.
South Africa's Rugby Championship campaign suffers major blow as influential front-rower Ox Nche withdraws from Argentina fixture due to injury, forcing Springbok selectors into urgent reshuffle.
American comedian David Cross withdraws from Riyadh comedy festival, citing Saudi Arabia's human rights record and treatment of women and LGBTQ+ community in exclusive statement.
Paraguay's Chamber of Deputies sparks outrage by declaring 'Mother's Day' as exclusively for 'pregnant women, mothers, and grandmothers,' drawing condemnation from LGBTQ+ rights groups who call it discriminatory and exclusionary.
California Governor Gavin Newsom launches scathing attack on Florida's expanded parental rights legislation, intensifying the cultural war between Democratic and Republican states.
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'.
Rising star Harry Brook's explosive maiden ODI century powers England to a stunning series-levelling victory against South Africa at Bloemfontein. Discover how he sealed the win with a six.
LGBTQ+ rights groups file a federal lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's abrupt reversal of a policy allowing 'X' gender markers on US passports, citing discrimination and legal violations.
The US Supreme Court has halted a federal policy allowing citizens to select an 'X' gender marker on passports, marking a major setback for transgender and non-binary rights in a deeply divisive decision.