Category : Liberties


Press Freedom Sees Sharpest Fall in 50 Years

A landmark report reveals the most catastrophic collapse of global press freedom in half a century, with the UK's own record under scrutiny amidst a rising tide of authoritarianism and disinformation.

FBI Launches Lawsuit Against Trump Ally Kash Patel

The FBI is taking legal action against Kash Patel, former Trump administration official and author of 'Government Gangsters', alleging defamation and conspiracy theories about the January 6 Capitol events. This dramatic escalation highlights ongoing tensi

Hong Kong Votes on Historic Same-Sex Partnership Bill

Hong Kong's legislature is poised for a historic vote on a bill granting legal recognition to same-sex partnerships, a significant step for LGBTQ+ rights in the territory, though it stops short of full marriage equality.

Trump Attacks Australian Children's Book My Shadow Is Pink

Former US President Donald Trump has targeted Australian author Scott Stuart's bestselling children's book about gender identity, calling for its boycott in inflammatory social media posts that have sparked international controversy.

Australia Enforces Digital ID Checks for Porn Sites

Australia pioneers a radical online safety law, enforcing strict digital ID checks for pornography access. The move ignites fierce debate on privacy, effectiveness, and the future of internet regulation worldwide.

Texas Bill to Ban Sharia Law and Muslim Patrols

The state of Texas is considering a groundbreaking new bill that seeks to explicitly ban the use of Sharia law in state courts and outlaw any form of vigilante 'Muslim patrols'. The proposed legislation has ignited a fierce debate on religious freedom and

Crockett: Police should be 'grounded' like children

US Representative Jasmine Crockett faces a fierce backlash after comparing police reform to grounding misbehaving children on a controversial podcast. Critics accuse her of infantilising law enforcement.

IDF Snipers from Chicago & Munich in Gaza Family Shooting

Exclusive investigation reveals the devastating story of a Palestinian family torn apart by an IDF sniper team containing soldiers from Chicago and Munich, raising grave questions about foreign nationals in the Israeli military.

Met Police officer arrested in Science Museum protest

A serving Metropolitan Police officer, PC Hannah Thomas, has been suspended after being arrested for her involvement in a Just Stop Oil-style protest at London's Science Museum. The officer glued herself to the railing during a demonstration against the m

Nepal bans social media after deadly protests kill five

Nepal's government has enforced a stringent ban on major social media platforms, including Facebook and TikTok, following violent protests that resulted in multiple fatalities. The move raises urgent questions about digital rights and state control in the

Sharia Patrols Target Texas Neighbourhoods

Exclusive reports emerge from Texas of self-appointed 'Sharia patrols' attempting to enforce Islamic law by intimidating residents and demanding businesses stop selling alcohol and pork, raising serious concerns over religious coercion and public safety.

Nepal's VPN Crackdown Sparks Global Outrage and Concern

Nepal's government faces international condemnation after imposing a sweeping ban on VPNs and streaming platforms like YouTube, raising serious concerns about digital rights and freedom of expression ahead of crucial elections.

Women's groups: Ministers misled MPs on abortion protests

Exclusive: A coalition of women's rights organisations accuses the government of providing misleading information to Parliament regarding the inaction on buffer zones around abortion clinics, escalating the row over the harassment of women.

Nepal enforces social media blackout amid deadly protests

Nepal's government has enforced a sweeping social media blackout in a drastic attempt to quell violent protests erupting over a controversial corruption bill. The move follows multiple fatalities and escalating unrest in Kathmandu.

Charity Erases 'Mother' and 'Father' in Woke Language Guide

A leading UK charity instructs its members to abandon traditional terms like 'mother' and 'father' in favour of gender-neutral alternatives like 'parent who has given birth' and 'non-birthing parent', sparking a fierce national debate on language and ideo

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