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.
In an unprecedented move, the DC National Guard is being mobilised to support police amid a dramatic spike in youth-related violent crime and carjackings, sparking a fierce debate on public safety and policing.
Two teenagers have been formally charged with first-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of a 19-year-old congressional intern. The shocking attack has sent shockwaves through the US capital.
Exclusive: A 16-year-old murderer has been pictured for the first time after being convicted of a brutal revenge stabbing that claimed the life of another teenager in a senseless act of violence.
The heartbreaking story of Olly Stephens, a teenager murdered in a planned attack in Reading. Three teenagers have been convicted for their roles in the tragic event that has shocked the nation.
A 16-year-old boy smirked and laughed as he was sentenced for a vicious assault that left a schoolboy with a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain. The shocking lack of remorse was condemned in court.
A shocking murder case unfolds in South Carolina as a 17-year-old is charged with the brutal killing of a 14-year-old girl, allegedly stemming from a complex teenage love triangle.
John LaDue, the Minneapolis school shooter who murdered one student and planned a mass bombing, has been sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 25 years.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A chilling 911 call reveals a Colorado teenager's frantic plea for help after shooting both his parents following a heated argument about his poor school performance. Exclusive details from the courtroom.
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.
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.
A controversial new law in New Jersey could see parents held criminally liable—and even jailed—if their children repeatedly break the law. Critics argue it unfairly targets struggling families.
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.
The UK's human rights watchdog has raised serious concerns over excessive police force during recent pro-Palestine demonstrations, calling for urgent reforms.
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's parliament debates repealing the ban on female genital mutilation (FGM), sparking global outrage and fears of regression in women's rights.
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.
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.
Two minors have been detained in Italy following a tragic accident where a stolen vehicle they were driving struck and killed a woman. The boys, aged 13 and 15, face serious charges as authorities investigate the harrowing events.
The Trump administration has accused the UK of failing to uphold human rights standards, sparking a diplomatic row between the two allies.
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.
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder following the discovery of his mother's body in a tragic incident that has shocked the community.
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.