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Pathologist: Assisted Dying Safeguards Too Weak

Exclusive: Britain's former top forensic expert warns that proposed assisted dying laws could see panels similar to those investigating Harold Shipman making life-or-death decisions with inadequate protections for vulnerable patients.

Colombia legalises assisted dying in Supreme Court ruling

In a groundbreaking move, Colombia's Supreme Court has expanded euthanasia rights, making it the first Latin American nation to legalise assisted dying for non-terminally ill patients. Discover the implications of this historic judgement.

Michigan Plans Deer Euthanasia Spark Public Fury

Michigan's Department of Natural Resources sparks fury with plans to euthanize Giggles, a rescued fawn, citing wildlife disease concerns while facing public backlash and legal challenges.

Widow cleared in Dignitas husband death case

A British widow breathes relief as prosecutors drop her criminal case after accompanying her terminally ill husband to Dignitas for an assisted death. Read the emotional story of love and legal limbo.

Peers Clash in Historic Assisted Dying Debate

The House of Lords witnessed a passionate and deeply personal debate on assisted dying legislation, pitting former Archbishop of Canterbury Lord Carey against prominent faith leaders. As MPs prepare for a potential Commons vote, the nation confronts this

Cost of Living Crisis Drives Surge in Dog Euthanasia

Animal charities report a heartbreaking 50% rise in larger dogs being put down, as owners struggle with soaring vet bills, insurance costs, and food prices amidst the UK's cost of living crisis.

Theresa May backs assisted dying in dramatic U-turn

Exclusive: In a powerful personal intervention, former Conservative leader Theresa May reverses her longstanding opposition to assisted dying, lending crucial support to a cross-party bill that could transform end-of-life care in Britain.

Family's Cat Wrongfully Euthanised in Vet Blunder

An Adelaide family is grieving after their healthy 11-year-old cat, Patrick, was mistakenly euthanised due to a catastrophic administrative error at a local veterinary clinic. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for better safeguards.

Lords Debate Historic Assisted Dying Bill

The House of Lords engages in a pivotal debate on Baroness Meacher's Assisted Dying Bill, examining the profound ethical, legal, and medical implications of legalising assisted dying for terminally ill adults in the UK.

Mirren & McKellen Demand Assisted Dying Law Reform

Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen join forces in a powerful plea to the House of Lords, urging Parliament to back Baroness Meacher's Assisted Dying Bill and end the 'immense suffering' of terminally ill Britons.

Mother's Final Texts Before Family Euthanasia Pact Revealed

Exclusive: The haunting final messages from a British mother who travelled to a Swiss euthanasia clinic with her husband and daughter have been uncovered, exposing the profound despair that led to their tragic family pact.

Canada reviews euthanasia for disabled newborns

Exclusive: A profound ethical debate ignites as Canada's special parliamentary committee reviews whether medically assisted dying should include 'mature minors' and infants with severe disabilities. Critics warn of a dangerous ethical frontier.

Joanna Lumley backs assisted dying law change

Actress and national treasure Dame Joanna Lumley has publicly supported assisted dying, calling for compassionate legislation to allow individuals the right to end their suffering.

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