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Three arrested in Westminster Supreme Court protest clash

Dramatic scenes unfolded outside the Supreme Court as trans rights activists and women's rights campaigners clashed, leading to three arrests. The confrontation erupted following a landmark ruling on gender recognition laws.

Argentinian zoo shut down over malnourished animals

A zoo in Argentina has been permanently closed after authorities discovered severely malnourished lions, bears and other animals living in squalid conditions, sparking international outrage.

Black Cat Adoption Crisis Hits UK Shelters

Animal shelters across Britain report black cats are being overlooked by adopters in disturbing numbers, creating a heartbreaking backlog of unwanted pets.

Hero saves puppy from canal drowning attack

A courageous passerby rescued a defenceless cockapoo puppy after witnessing a man attempting to drown the animal in a Manchester canal in what police are treating as intentional cruelty.

UK bill grants legal rights to nature

A revolutionary bill introduced in Parliament could transform Britain's environmental protection by granting ecosystems legal personhood rights, following global precedents.

Africa's ancient elephant highways blocked

New research reveals how century-old elephant migration corridors across Africa have been severed by human development, creating dangerous conflicts and threatening ancient behaviours passed down through generations.

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.

Spain bans black cat adoptions before Halloween

A Spanish municipality takes drastic action to protect feline companions from potential mistreatment during spooky season, suspending all black cat adoptions until November.

Transgender man wins landmark pregnancy rights case

In a groundbreaking legal decision, a transgender man has won his appeal after the High Court ruled that wanting to conceive and carry a baby is not incompatible with living as a man. This landmark case sets a significant precedent for transgender rights

UK Pet Crisis: Desperate Search for Forever Homes

Animal rescue centres across Britain are facing an unprecedented crisis as hundreds of abandoned pets desperately need loving homes. Discover the heart-wrenching stories and how you can help.

Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act

In a landmark ruling, the US Supreme Court has fundamentally weakened the Voting Rights Act, raising alarm about minority voter protections and the future of electoral fairness in America.

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