Women's Campaign Changes UK Deepfake Porn Law
A determined group of women, including barrister Grace and activist Chloe, successfully campaigned for new UK legislation criminalising the creation of deepfake porn. Discover their story.
Category : Liberties
Labour's facial recognition plan sparks 'Big Brother' fears
The Labour government plans a major expansion of facial recognition cameras across the UK, prompting civil liberties warnings and comparisons to Orwell's 1984. Read the full debate.
Facial Recognition Laws: Public Views Sought in Consultation
The UK government launches a 10-week consultation on regulating police facial recognition technology. Have your say on privacy safeguards and new laws.
Amnesty Report Details 'Torture' at Florida Immigration Jail
A shocking new report from Amnesty International alleges detainees at Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' face cruel treatment, including being shackled in an outdoor cage. Read the full investigation.
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Facial Recognition Camera Expansion Sparks Liberty Fears
Government plans for a national facial recognition camera network have ignited a fierce debate over civil liberties. Critics warn of a 'dystopian' surveillance state. Read the full story.
Ex-officer pleads guilty to searching women's phones for nudes
A former Missouri police officer has pleaded guilty to violating the rights of 20 women by searching their phones for intimate photos during traffic stops. Read the full story of the disturbing abuse of power.
Ashley James resigns from Girlguiding over trans policy
This Morning star Ashley James steps down as Girlguiding ambassador with immediate effect after the organisation bans transgender girls from joining. Read her full statement and the fallout.
Iran child bride faces execution after killing husband
Goli Kouhkan, forced into marriage at 12, is set for execution in Iran. UN experts warn of systemic gender bias and a grave human rights violation. Read her story.
DWP Gains New Powers to Access Bank Accounts
The DWP has implemented controversial new powers to request bank details and deduct money directly from accounts to combat benefit fraud. Civil liberties groups warn of 'mass financial surveillance'. Read the full story.
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Teen executes murderer in Taliban public killing
A 13-year-old boy executed a convicted murderer in a Taliban public killing before 80,000 spectators in Afghanistan. Read the full report on the regime's return to brutal 'eye for an eye' justice.
Labour defends plan to scrap juries in some criminal cases
A Labour minister has defended controversial plans to remove juries from some trials, stating judges with diversity training will do a 'good job'. Read the full debate on justice reforms.
WI to exclude trans women from membership in 2026
The Women's Institute will no longer accept transgender women as members from April 2026, citing a Supreme Court ruling. CEO Melissa Green calls it a decision of 'utmost regret'. Read the full story.
Crossbench Condemns Labor's FoI Fee Proposal
Labor's plan to charge for Freedom of Information requests faces fierce backlash from crossbench and opposition senators, who warn it damages democracy. Discover the details.
Victoria Labor backflips on coercive control legislation
The Victorian Labor government, led by Premier Jacinta Allan, has reversed its position on criminalising coercive control. This political shift follows a landmark report and sparks debate on domestic violence policy.
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FBI Director Patel denies report of jacket tantrum as 'false'
FBI Director Kash Patel vehemently denies a 115-page report's claim he threw a tantrum over a female agent's jacket, calling it a distraction. He cites record arrests and spy captures as proof of the bureau's success under his leadership.
Australian parents face social media bans for child account sharing
Australian parents risk having their own social media accounts restricted if they let children use them under new age-verification laws, eSafety officials confirm. Discover the implications.
Pastor Announces Gender Transition During Sunday Sermon
Reverend Phil Phaneuf, 51, revealed she is transgender to her Methodist church in New York. The United Methodist Church recently removed LGBTQ+ clergy bans. Read the full story.
Labour's Jury Trial Cuts Threaten Ancient Rights
Justice Secretary David Lammy plans to slash jury trials by half, a stark reversal of his and Keir Starmer's past positions. Critics warn it's an assault on democracy and won't fix the court backlog.
Man to sue police after arrest over US holiday gun photo
IT consultant Jon Richelieu-Booth plans legal action against West Yorkshire Police after a 13-week nightmare arrest for a LinkedIn photo taken legally in Florida. He now wants to leave the UK.
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Tunisia arrests rights lawyer Ayachi Hammami
Prominent Tunisian lawyer Ayachi Hammami detained, begins hunger strike. Over 40 sentenced in 'conspiracy' case as rights groups condemn political crackdown. Read the latest.
MAGA Disneyland Event Coincides with Gay Days Gathering
A conservative group's planned 'family' meetup at Disneyland coincides with a Gay Days event, sparking online debate over motives and potential clashes. Read the full story.
Guardian US Editor's Giving Tuesday Appeal for 2026
Guardian US editor Betsy Reed outlines the outlet's values amid turbulent times and launches a plea for reader support on the crucial fundraising day, Giving Tuesday, to sustain its independent journalism.
Ms Rachel Named in 'Antisemite of Year' List, Sparks Outrage
A US pro-Israel group faces backlash after nominating children's educator Ms Rachel for 'Antisemite of the Year'. Critics accuse the list of conflating criticism of Israel with antisemitism. Read the full story.
DOJ Moves to Dismiss Maurene Comey Lawsuit
The US Justice Department argues fired prosecutor Maurene Comey's lawsuit should be dismissed on procedural grounds. Read the latest on this high-profile legal battle.
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Labour's plan to slash jury trials sparks outcry
Justice Secretary David Lammy plans to halve jury trials in England and Wales. Critics warn this dismantles a pillar of British justice without evidence it will clear the 78,000-case backlog. Read the full analysis.
Girlguiding stops admitting trans girls as members
Girlguiding UK has made a 'difficult decision' to restrict membership to those recorded female at birth, a move welcomed by gender-critical campaigners but condemned by trans rights groups.
Jury trials scrapped in some cases to tackle court backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces plans to scrap jury trials for some offences and create 'swift courts' to tackle the record crown court backlog of over 78,000 cases. Critics warn it erodes a fundamental right.
13-Year-Old Carries Out Public Execution for Taliban
A 13-year-old boy executed his family's killer in a packed Afghan stadium, marking the 12th public killing since the Taliban's return. This grim spectacle coincides with UN warnings of a rapid human rights deterioration.
Jury trials to be axed for crimes with 3-year sentences
Justice Secretary David Lammy plans to abolish jury trials for crimes likely to get 3 years or less, introducing 'swift courts'. Critics call it an attack on an ancient right.
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Jury trials to be scrapped in thousands of cases
Justice Secretary David Lammy confirms sweeping court reforms, creating judge-only 'swift courts' for cases with sentences under three years to tackle the backlog. Read the full details.
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