Activists Ejected from Women's Day Event by Police
Gender rights campaigners express disgust after police removed them from an International Women's Day event in Nottingham for asking about female-only spaces, citing attendee distress.
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Why International Women's Day Is Called a Tokenistic Farce
An opinion piece argues International Women's Day has become a superficial celebration that fails to address persistent gender inequalities in pay, leadership, and workplace structures.
Dunblane Dad Fears Farage Could Reverse Handgun Ban
Mick North, who lost his daughter in the 1996 Dunblane massacre, warns that Reform leader Nigel Farage's criticism of UK gun laws threatens to undo decades of safety progress.
Pankhurst Warns of Global Women's Rights Rollback on IWD
On International Women's Day, Helen Pankhurst writes to suffragist great-grandmother Emmeline, revealing that one in four countries is reversing women's rights gains, with only seven parliaments achieving gender parity globally.
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Reject Digital Passivity, Embrace Collective Action on Women's Day
Columnist Aimée Walsh argues that modern feminism must move beyond corporate resilience and digital echo chambers to reclaim the radical imagination of suffragettes.
New Generation of Boys Rejects Toxic Masculinity
While studies show concerning views among some Gen Z men, evidence suggests many boys are embracing more nuanced, positive masculinity through new role models in culture and media.
International Women's Day Faces Backlash Over Lack of Real Change
Women at The Mirror express frustration with International Women's Day, highlighting persistent issues like violence, healthcare neglect, and pay gaps that overshadow awareness efforts.
Dunblane Father Confronted Blair Over Handgun Ban
Kenny Ross, whose daughter died in the 1996 Dunblane massacre, reveals how he angrily confronted Tony Blair to secure a total handgun ban, a pivotal moment in UK gun control history.
Portland Residents Win Court Order Limiting ICE Tear Gas
A federal judge has restricted federal officers' use of tear gas near a Portland immigration building after residents of an adjacent affordable housing complex reported health issues from repeated exposure.
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Leaked Strategy Brands Flags as 'Tools of Hate'
A leaked draft of the Government's social cohesion strategy labels English, Scottish, and Union flags as 'tools of hate' used to exclude and intimidate, sparking controversy over national symbols and free speech.
ICE Arrests Journalist in News Vehicle, Press Groups Demand Release
Immigration agents arrested Nashville Noticias reporter Estefany Rodriguez Florez while she was in a car with her network's logo, sparking outrage from civil rights and press freedom advocates who call it a dangerous precedent.
Parents Urge MPs to Support Under-16 Social Media Ban
Twenty-three bereaved parents have called on MPs to support a Lords-backed ban on social media for under-16s, warning that families cannot regulate tech giants alone. The government proposes a flexible alternative, sparking debate ahead of Monday's vote.
Judge Weighs Reversing Pentagon Press Policy in Iran War Info Case
A federal judge is considering whether to block a Pentagon policy limiting journalist access, which The New York Times argues deprives Americans of vital information about U.S. military operations in Iran.
Peru Must Pay Reparations for Forced Sterilization Death
The Inter-American Court of Human Rights has ordered Peru to pay $340,000 to the family of Celia Ramos, who died in 1997 after a coerced tubal ligation under Fujimori's regime.
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NY Times Battles Pentagon Over Journalist Access Restrictions
The New York Times urges a federal judge to block a Pentagon policy limiting journalist access, arguing it deprives the public of vital military information during wartime.
Peru Condemned for Mother's Death in Forced Sterilisation
A landmark ruling by the Inter-American Court of Human Rights holds Peru responsible for the death of Celia Ramos, highlighting a brutal 1990s campaign that targeted over 310,000 women, mostly Indigenous.
Peru Must Pay $340k for 1997 Forced Sterilization Death
The Inter-American Court of Human Rights orders Peru to compensate the family of Celia Ramos, who died after a coerced tubal ligation in 1997 under Fujimori's regime.
Government Acts to Protect Pets in Domestic Abuse Cases
Baroness Hayman reveals government plans to strengthen microchipping and support fostering services to help victims escape abusive relationships where pets are threatened.
Mother Sues ICE Over Violent Mother's Day Arrest Caught on Video
A US citizen mother-of-three has filed a federal lawsuit against ICE after agents smashed her car window and arrested her husband in a violent Mother's Day incident captured on video, with lawyers calling it 'state-sanctioned cruelty'.
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Italy: Activists and Journalist Targeted by Spyware in 2024
Italian prosecutors have confirmed that activists and a journalist were targeted by spyware in 2024, raising concerns over surveillance and press freedom in the country.
Nuclear War Survival: 72-Hour Method Could Save Lives
As global tensions escalate, experts reveal a crucial nuclear survival method involving immediate shelter and a 72-hour wait period that could determine life or death.
PhD Student Manages Europe's Largest Legal Brothel
Catherine De Noire, a 32-year-old psychology PhD student, manages one of Europe's largest legal brothels, challenging stereotypes about the industry and advocating for ethical practices.
Jimmy Lai Will Not Appeal National Security Conviction
Hong Kong pro-democracy ex-publisher Jimmy Lai will not appeal his 20-year national security conviction, ending a yearslong legal battle. His legal team announced the decision on Friday.
Civil Rights Leader Bernard LaFayette Dies at Age 85
Bernard LaFayette, the civil rights activist who laid the groundwork for the Selma voting rights campaign that led to the 1965 Voting Rights Act, has died at 85 following a heart attack.
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Court Rules Homeless Encampment Clearance Breached Human Rights
The Queensland Supreme Court has ruled that the City of Moreton Bay breached human rights by clearing a homeless encampment from a local park, blocking further evictions after a legal challenge.
UK Government Accused of Allowing Child Abuse Through Inaction
Campaigners allege the UK government has effectively permitted child sexual abuse to persist by failing to implement key recommendations from a seven-year independent inquiry, with a high court case now proceeding.
Internet Blackout in Iran Worsens Civilian Risk in Conflict
Human rights groups warn that Iran's government-imposed internet shutdown is preventing civilians from accessing evacuation warnings and critical information during US-Israeli airstrikes, potentially increasing casualties.
Marine's Arm Broken in Senate Protest Removal
Brian C. McGinnis, a US veteran and anti-war protester, suffered a broken arm while being dragged from an Armed Services subcommittee meeting, facing multiple charges.
Virginia Mosque Faces Backlash Over Khamenei Commemoration
A Manassas mosque is receiving death threats and calls for its closure after honoring Iran's Supreme Leader following his death in an airstrike, with its imam fleeing to Tehran amid the controversy.
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Police Officers Win £23k Payout for Sex Discrimination
Two male police constables in Suffolk have been awarded nearly £23,000 after an employment tribunal ruled their removal from a unit to make way for female officers amounted to sex discrimination.
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