Eurovision Changes Voting Rules After Israel Claims
Eurovision organisers announce major voting system reforms following Israeli interference allegations. Discover how transparency will be strengthened for 2026 contest.
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Labour's asylum plans threaten human rights protections
Labour's proposed asylum reforms would make support discretionary and force refugee returns, undermining Britain's legal obligations and moral commitments to human rights.
Texas Congressional Map Rejected Over Racial Bias
Federal judges reject Texas congressional redistricting map, ruling it illegally discriminates against minority voters. The decision could reshape the state's political landscape for 2026 elections.
Section 21 Evictions Banned in England from May
No-fault evictions outlawed in England from next May, but Guardian analysis reveals two-thirds of councils failed to prosecute a single landlord in three years. Will new renters' rights be enforced?
Labour's Immigration Overhaul Faces Legal Challenges
Labour's new asylum reforms mirror failed Tory policies, facing identical legal hurdles from human rights laws. Will history repeat itself? Analysis inside.
Jack Straw: ECHR's Strasbourg Court Needs Reining In
Former Home Secretary Jack Straw argues the Strasbourg court's overreach on immigration and prisoner voting undermines UK sovereignty. Discover why reform is essential now.
Mahmood's asylum plan faces legal challenges
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's new asylum reforms face court challenges from human rights lawyers and internal Labour opposition while attempting to reduce UK's appeal to illegal migrants.
Landlord Prosecution Crisis in England Revealed
Shocking data reveals two-thirds of English councils haven't prosecuted a single landlord in three years despite 300,000 tenant complaints. New rights risk being 'symbolic' without proper funding.
Justice Dept Sues Georgia Over 2020 Election
The US Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Georgia, alleging discriminatory voting practices during the 2020 elections. Discover the details and implications.
Sir Geoffrey Bindman: Human Rights Lawyer Dies at 92
Tribute to Sir Geoffrey Bindman, the principled human rights lawyer who helped expand Britain's Race Relations Act and challenged apartheid. Discover his remarkable legacy.
Kansas mayor investigated after non-citizen votes
The mayor of Coldwater, Kansas faces investigation after admitting a non-US citizen voted in the city's election, raising serious questions about electoral integrity.
Voting linked to longer life, study finds
New research shows participating in elections significantly reduces mortality risk, with non-voters facing 19% higher chance of premature death regardless of political affiliation.
Newsom's Proposition 50: Democrats' New Hope
Governor Gavin Newsom's controversial Proposition 50 initiative is creating shockwaves across US politics, offering Democrats a potential path to counter Republican election tactics. This deep dive examines the high-stakes battle unfolding in California.
How Abortion Rights Could Decide the 2025 US Election
As the 2025 US presidential election approaches, abortion rights emerge as the defining issue that could determine control of state governments and the White House. Our analysis reveals which states are battlegrounds for reproductive freedom.
Magician accused of vanishing with parents' party deposits
Professional magician Ben 'The Wizard' Thompson faces legal action after allegedly taking deposits for children's parties he never performed, leaving families across the UK out of pocket and disappointed.
California's Prop 50 Sparks Voting Rights Battle
California Democrats confront a constitutional showdown as Republican-backed Proposition 50 seeks to restrict voting access, potentially disenfranchising millions in the 2026 elections.
California election chaos as voting overhaul backfires
Deep in rural California, Shasta County's controversial decision to eliminate electronic voting machines has created an election administration nightmare, with counting delays and legal battles threatening democratic integrity.
California's Gerrymandering Showdown: Prop 50 Explained
As California voters face a critical decision on Proposition 50, experts warn that partisan gerrymandering threatens the very foundations of democratic representation. Discover how this landmark proposal could reshape American politics.
Louisiana and Virginia Redraw Congressional Districts
Major redistricting developments in Louisiana and Virginia could reshape the balance of power in Congress, with significant implications for Black voter representation and Democratic prospects.
BBC journalist interrogated at Heathrow under terrorism laws
BBC journalist Edward Lawrence was detained and interrogated at Heathrow Airport under Schedule 7 of the Terrorism Act after reporting from China, sparking serious concerns about press freedom in the UK.
Georgia Voting System Issues During Republican Primary
Technical glitches in Georgia's Fulton County during Republican primary voting raise concerns about election integrity and voting system reliability ahead of crucial elections.
New EHRC Gender Guidance: Business Compliance Explained
The Equality and Human Rights Commission releases crucial new guidance helping businesses navigate sex and gender equality laws in the workplace and service provision.
Reform UK: Let Ministers Override International Law
Danny Kruger's Reform UK party unveils radical constitutional reforms that would grant ministers power to disregard international treaties, sparking legal and diplomatic concerns.
Trump's early voting push transforms California elections
Donald Trump's strategic push for early voting triggers remarkable Republican turnout in California, signalling potential seismic shift in traditional voting patterns ahead of crucial elections.
Wetherspoons pays damages for autism discrimination
JD Wetherspoons has been ordered to pay £3,500 in damages after staff at a Bristol pub refused service to an autistic man and his carer in a landmark discrimination case.
Wetherspoons pays £12K for autistic teen discrimination
JD Wetherspoons has been ordered to pay substantial compensation after a pub manager publicly shamed a 19-year-old autistic customer for using the disabled toilet, in a landmark discrimination case.
Cameroon election crackdown leaves multiple dead
Cameroon faces international condemnation as security forces open fire on voters during tense presidential elections, leaving multiple dead and hundreds detained in what observers call a systematic crackdown.
Lords revolt over Human Rights Act replacement
Leading legal experts and human rights organisations condemn government plans to scrap Human Rights Act, warning of dangerous consequences for British justice system
NC Republicans approve controversial congressional map
Republican lawmakers in North Carolina have approved a radically redrawn congressional district map that could secure their party's dominance for years, sparking immediate legal challenges and accusations of extreme partisan gerrymandering.
McVey: Prisoners should never get vote
Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.
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