A proposed Ohio law granting businesses religious exemption from serving LGBTQ+ customers faces fierce opposition from civil rights groups and Hindu leaders, raising concerns about legalised discrimination.
A damning internal report exposes how the Metropolitan Police's institutional culture systematically fails Black and ethnic minority staff and enables racial discrimination.
Exclusive NHS survey reveals disturbing levels of racism against healthcare staff, with Health Secretary Wes Streeting calling for urgent action to protect workers.
The University of Cincinnati faces backlash after Jewish students were removed from a Catholic church during a university-sponsored tour, sparking allegations of discrimination and prompting an official apology.
Ministers have rejected calls to make it illegal for shops to refuse service to Muslim customers, sparking criticism from community leaders and equality campaigners.
Ministers confront House of Lords rebellion as peers demand changes to sentencing rules following Olivia Pratt-Korbel's tragic murder case.
Ministers under fire as long-awaited legislation to protect witnesses and victims remains stalled, nearly two years after nine-year-old Olivia's murder shocked the nation.
Ministers accused of 'draconian' power grab as new legislation threatens to criminalise peaceful protests and grant sweeping powers to restrict demonstrations across England and Wales.
Shadow Justice Secretary Richard Burgon warns of parliamentary chaos as SNP vows to block key government legislation, potentially grinding Westminster to a halt.
Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani's controversial 'Good Cause Eviction' bill threatens to upend New York's property market, drawing fierce criticism from landlords and housing experts who warn of catastrophic consequences.
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.
Groundbreaking legislation gives tenants unprecedented power to sue landlords over hazardous living conditions including damp, mould and cold homes. Discover your new rights.
Australia's political landscape erupts as the Greens and Coalition face sharp criticism for opposing landmark environmental legislation, creating unexpected alliances and threatening crucial nature protections.
The Australian opposition is pushing to divide the government's landmark environment bill, setting up a parliamentary showdown over new nature protection laws that could reshape conservation efforts nationwide.
Lord Strathcarron, with family ties to British American Tobacco, launches legal bid against landmark generational smoking ban, arguing it breaches constitutional rights and sets dangerous precedent.
Labour's ambitious plan to outlaw smoking and vaping in Northern Ireland could breach the Brexit Windsor Framework, warns former Attorney General Sir Jonathan Jones in explosive legal analysis.
Exclusive: Soldier F, the former paratrooper facing charges over Bloody Sunday deaths, will not stand trial as new legislation ends historical prosecutions from Northern Ireland conflict era.
US House Speaker Mike Johnson confronts a conservative rebellion led by Marjorie Taylor Greene over healthcare legislation, exposing deep Republican divisions that threaten his leadership.
Peers reject government proposal that would have granted doctors absolute immunity from murder prosecutions, citing grave concerns after Harold Shipman inquiry revelations.
Victoria introduces groundbreaking legislation allowing pet burials in human cemeteries, transforming how families honour their beloved companions forever.
The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission files lawsuit against Amazon, alleging Black and Hispanic workers faced systemic discrimination and retaliation at New York and Colorado facilities.
Former immigration minister Robert Jenrock quits over emergency legislation, delivering major blow to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and exposing Conservative Party divisions.
The Australian Christian Lobby raises alarm over proposed anti-cult legislation, warning it could weaponise government power against mainstream religious groups and undermine fundamental freedoms.
A Jewish doctor faces serious allegations after reportedly telling a Muslim colleague 'Typical Muslims gaslighting' during a heated exchange at an NHS practice, sparking an employment tribunal investigation into religious discrimination.
Ireland pioneers sweeping new consumer rights legislation that could revolutionise product lifespan and challenge planned obsolescence across Europe.
Exclusive investigation reveals how experienced workers over 50 are being systematically locked out of employment, facing unprecedented discrimination despite their skills and availability.
Senate Republicans have thwarted Chuck Schumer's urgent bid to regulate AI-generated deepfakes, raising alarms about election interference and national security threats as political tensions escalate.
Portugal's parliament has passed a contentious ban on face-covering veils in public spaces, sparking accusations of discrimination against Muslim women and raising concerns about religious freedom in the predominantly Catholic nation.
Buckingham Palace left in turmoil after government quietly shelves crucial legislation, leaving the monarchy vulnerable to legal challenges and creating unprecedented constitutional chaos.
Governor JB Pritzker proposes redirecting millions in gambling taxes to plug budget gaps, drawing criticism over funding priorities and social responsibility.