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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.

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

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.

Supreme Court weakens Voting Rights Act in landmark ruling

The US Supreme Court has dramatically weakened the Voting Rights Act, allowing states to implement electoral maps previously deemed racially discriminatory. This landmark decision could reshape American democracy for years to come.

Supreme Court rules for Black voters in Alabama case

In a major ruling with profound implications for American democracy, the Supreme Court has upheld protections for Black voters in Alabama, dealing a significant blow to Republican efforts to dilute minority voting power.

US Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act

The US Supreme Court has dramatically weakened the Voting Rights Act in a controversial 6-3 decision that could reshape American elections for years to come.

Freed Palestinians reveal torture in Israeli jails

Newly released Palestinian detainees reveal shocking accounts of systematic torture, medical neglect and inhumane conditions within Israeli prisons, with many requiring urgent hospital treatment.

Labour accused over Gerry Adams and IRA prisoner claims

The Labour Party confronts explosive allegations of enabling former Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams to clear his path for hundreds of convicted IRA terrorists seeking wrongful imprisonment compensation in a major legal battle.

Israel and Hamas Reach Deal for Hostage Release

In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a temporary ceasefire that will see dozens of hostages freed from Gaza in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, following intense Qatari and US mediation efforts.

Harris accuses Trump of undermining democracy in new book

Vice President Kamala Harris launches scathing attack on Donald Trump in her new book, claiming he deliberately undermined American democracy by sowing doubt about election integrity ahead of potential 2024 rematch.

Dominion Voting Systems Sold in Major Acquisition Deal

The controversial voting machine company at the heart of 2020 election conspiracy theories has been acquired by private equity firm Staple Street Capital, raising questions about election security and political influence.

NC GOP declares Trump winner before election

The North Carolina Republican Party has sparked outrage by prematurely declaring Donald Trump the 2024 presidential winner, raising serious concerns about electoral integrity and democratic norms.

Barghouti breaks silence to back Hamas political document

In a dramatic development from Israeli prison, prominent Palestinian figure Marwan Barghouti has thrown his weight behind a Hamas-led political document, signalling potential unity among Palestinian factions amid ongoing Gaza conflict.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Voting Open

The highly anticipated Australian Bird of the Year competition for 2025 has officially launched, inviting nature enthusiasts and bird lovers nationwide to cast their votes for their favourite feathered contenders in this celebrated conservation initiative

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