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Democratic Senators Accuse Israel of Gaza 'Ethnic Cleansing'

A group of prominent US Democratic senators issues a stark warning, accusing Israel of committing 'ethnic cleansing' in Gaza and urging President Biden to suspend weapon transfers, marking a significant escalation in internal party tensions over the confl

Tory Senator's 'Ethnic Slur' Against AOC Sparks Fury

A Conservative Senator faces a firestorm after launching a vicious personal attack on Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, using a term branded a 'racial slur' and accusing her of having the 'depth of a puddle'.

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.

Leaked 'Gaza Riviera' Plan Dismissed as 'Insane'

A leaked Israeli proposal for a luxury 'Gaza Riviera' with hotels and marinas on the coast of a depopulated Gaza has been condemned by Palestinians and UK MPs as a dystopian attempt to whitewash what they call ethnic cleansing.

1 in 4 Face Racism in UK Countryside, Survey Reveals

A landmark survey by the Rural Services Network exposes the pervasive reality of racism in the UK's countryside, with 1 in 4 ethnic minority residents experiencing discrimination, challenging the idyllic image of rural life.

Texas signs judicial redistricting bill, critics cry foul

Governor Greg Abbott signs into law a sweeping redistricting plan for Texas's lower courts, a move critics decry as a partisan power grab that could disenfranchise minority voters and reshape the state's judicial landscape for years to come.

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.

Xi Jinping Makes Rare Official Visit to Tibet

Chinese President Xi Jinping makes a rare official visit to Tibet, emphasising stability, ethnic unity, and ambitious development plans for the strategic Himalayan region.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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