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Montserrat citizens denied UK justice access

Exclusive investigation reveals how British citizens in Montserrat are being systematically denied access to UK courts, sparking accusations of constitutional injustice and second-class citizenship.

Kabila accused of secret Rwandan citizenship

A bombshell Democratic Republic of Congo Senate investigation alleges ex-President Joseph Kabila holds Rwandan citizenship, potentially explaining his controversial relationship with Kigali during his 18-year rule.

Lammy accused of ignoring women's rights in UN delegation row

Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under fire for allegedly ignoring women's rights groups by appointing a LGBTQ charity to the UK's delegation for a key UN human rights meeting, sparking accusations of a 'hierarchy of rights'.

ISIS bride's newborn son denied British citizenship

Shamima Begum, who fled London as a schoolgirl to join ISIS, has lost a fresh legal bid to have her newborn son recognised as a British citizen, leaving the child stateless in a Syrian camp.

Shamima Begum's Final UK Citizenship Appeal Begins

Shamima Begum, the ISIS bride stripped of her British citizenship, launches a final legal challenge. This article examines her appeal, the national security arguments, and the potential precedent for future cases.

Shamima Begum storms out of BBC interview

Shamima Begum dramatically terminated a BBC interview when questioned about her lack of remorse for ISIS victims, in a tense exchange that raises fresh questions about her citizenship case.

Plácido Domingo awarded honorary Mexican citizenship

Opera legend Plácido Domingo was granted honorary Mexican citizenship in a moving ceremony, recognising his six-decade contribution to the nation's cultural life and his profound connection to its people.

US Lawmakers Demand Citizenship Path for Dreamers

A powerful coalition of over 80 Democratic members of Congress has issued a forceful plea to President Biden, urging immediate executive action to provide permanent protection and a roadmap to citizenship for 'Dreamers' ahead of potential political shifts

1935: Nuremberg Laws Enacted - A Dark Day in History

On 17 September 1935, the Nazi regime enacted the infamous Nuremberg Laws, a cornerstone of state-sponsored antisemitism that systematically stripped Jewish people of their citizenship and fundamental rights, paving the way for the Holocaust.

DeSantis signs Florida bill erasing LGBTQ+ protections

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has enacted a sweeping new law that critics decry as a state-sanctioned effort to 'erase' LGBTQ+ individuals by dismantling key protections and censoring public discourse on sexual orientation and gender identity.

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.

Retired cop probed for 'deadnaming' trans woman online

A former police constable is under investigation by his old force after allegedly 'deadnaming' a transgender woman in online comments. The probe raises serious questions about free speech versus professional conduct for retired officers.

Trump backs gun ownership ban for transgender people

In a contentious address at the NRA convention, former President Donald Trump endorsed restricting gun ownership for transgender individuals, sparking immediate backlash from rights groups and creating a rift with his traditional allies.

Burkina Faso imposes 5-year jail for 'promoting homosexuality'

Burkina Faso's military government has passed a harsh new penal code imposing up to five years in prison for acts considered 'promoting homosexuality', marking a severe crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights and alarming international human rights organisations.

Trump backs firearm ban for transgender people

Former US President Donald Trump has called for a ban on transgender individuals owning firearms, a controversial pledge made during his keynote address at the NRA convention. The proposal has ignited a fierce debate on gun rights and equality.

Equality watchdog confirms legality of single-sex spaces

The SNP government is under intense scrutiny after the UK's equalities regulator issued definitive legal guidance confirming that single-sex spaces are protected under law, forcing a potential U-turn on controversial policies.

UK Government Considers ECHR Withdrawal

Exclusive: The new Labour government is actively considering withdrawing from the European Convention on Human Rights, a move that could redefine Britain's legal landscape and spark a constitutional clash.

Trump bizarrely questions Rosie O'Donnell's US citizenship

In a stunning revival of a years-old feud, Donald Trump has bizarrely demanded the deportation of comedian Rosie O'Donnell, questioning her citizenship in a Truth Social tirade that has left political commentators baffled.

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