QLD's 'Hostile' Indigenous Policies Condemned by Rights Chief
Australia's Human Rights Commissioner condemns the Queensland government's 'punitive and hostile' approach to First Nations people, warning of devastating human rights violations.
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BBC accused of disrespect over laughing activist in Kirk interview
The BBC has been accused of gross disrespect after airing a segment showing a Democrat activist laughing during a serious discussion with conservative commentator Charlie Kirk about political violence in America.
Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights
The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.
Trump Vows to Defund NPR and PBS if Re-Elected
Former President Donald Trump has pledged to strip federal funding from public broadcasters NPR and PBS if he wins a second term, reigniting his longstanding battle with perceived media bias.
Springboks Sign Exclusive Amazon Prime Video Broadcast Deal
In a seismic shift for rugby broadcasting, South Africa Rugby has signed a landmark multi-year deal with Amazon Prime Video, moving the Springboks away from traditional terrestrial TV. The exclusive deal covers all home internationals from 2024, sparking
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.
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.
Premier League Could End Australia's Football Code Wars
Exclusive: The Premier League's growing influence in Australia could be the catalyst to finally end the country's historic and divisive football code rivalries, forging a new, unified future for the sport.
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.
ABC sacks journalist Antoinette Lattouf in Gaza post row
The Australian Broadcasting Corporation has dismissed presenter Antoinette Lattouf after she shared a Human Rights Watch report on Gaza, sparking a fierce debate over censorship, impartiality, and the silencing of Palestinian voices within the media.
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.
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.
Paramount pays $7.7bn for UFC rights in Skydance deal
Paramount has clinched a monumental $7.7 billion agreement to acquire UFC's US broadcasting rights from Skydance Media, reshaping the sports media landscape.
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.
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