How Accents Shape Our Lives: A Linguist Explains
Linguistics professor Valerie Fridland explores how accents influence judgments, from job interviews to courtrooms, and why they are deeply rooted in identity.
Category : Liberties
US added to global free speech watchlist with China, Iran
The US has been named alongside China, Iran and Russia on a global watchlist for cracking down on freedom of expression after Trump's threats to journalists.
German Court: Milka Shrinkflation Misleads Customers
A German court ruled that Mondelēz misled customers by reducing Milka chocolate bars' weight while keeping the same wrapper, potentially ending shrinkflation.
Ofcom Fines Suicide Forum £950,000 for Safety Failures
Ofcom has fined an online suicide forum £950,000 for breaching the Online Safety Act. The site, linked to over 130 UK deaths, faces a court-ordered block if it remains active.
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Polish MEP threatens to sue Starmer over UK entry ban
Dominik Tarczynski, a right-wing Polish MEP, has threatened to sue Sir Keir Starmer after being denied entry to the UK ahead of a Tommy Robinson rally.
'Golden Rule' for Drone Rights Near Your House
Learn your legal rights if a drone flies near your home or garden, including privacy laws, the 50m rule, and how to identify pilots using Remote ID.
Lawyer Warns: Neighbours Can Claim Your Land Under UK Rule
A lawyer warns UK homeowners that neighbours can legally claim land under adverse possession rules, with a Supreme Court ruling widening the scope for disputes.
Mum Horrified by Partner's Baby Name 'Black'
A pregnant woman is uncomfortable with her partner's choice to name their son 'Black', sparking debate over colour names and racial implications.
Trump's ICE Deporting Crime Victims, Witnesses Before Trial
A new congressional report alleges Trump's mass deportations are disrupting justice by removing crime victims, witnesses, and defendants mid-trial, undermining prosecutions.
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How the Pill Revolutionised Women's Lives and America
The oral contraceptive, approved 66 years ago, gave women unprecedented control over fertility, reshaping family, society, and the nation's trajectory.
110+ Nobel Laureates Call for Release of Ill Activist Mohammadi
More than 110 Nobel laureates demand Iran release gravely ill human rights activist Narges Mohammadi, who was hospitalized after a possible heart attack while imprisoned.
Website Age Verification Risks Government ID
The government's plan for website age verification threatens privacy and could lead to mandatory online ID checks, raising serious civil liberties concerns.
Lawyer Wins Appeal Over Contempt Charge in Palestine Case
A lawyer involved in a Palestine action trial has successfully appealed a contempt of court charge, with judges ruling the original proceedings were unfair.
Aristocrat Wins Surrogate Son Inheritance Battle
Ceawlin Thynn, the 8th Marquess of Bath, won a High Court case to allow his son Henry, born via surrogacy, to inherit part of the £157million family fortune.
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Angela Scanlon Supports Women Safety Laws and Social Media Ban
Angela Scanlon shares her fears walking in the dark, supports new laws against catcalling, and calls for social media restrictions for under 16s.
MrBeast's Stunt Philanthropy Ethics Under Scrutiny
An analysis of the ethical concerns surrounding MrBeast's philanthropy, including exploitation, consent, and the depoliticisation of social issues for entertainment.
Legal Rights When Neighbours Have CCTV Cameras
Understand your legal rights and obligations regarding neighbour's CCTV or doorbell cameras, including data protection rules and steps to address intrusive surveillance.
Zack Polanski Apologises for Houseboat Council Tax Mistake
Green Party leader Zack Polanski admits to possible council tax underpayment on his London houseboat, apologising for an unintentional mistake.
Strictly's Nikita Kuzmin on Sudden Vision Loss and Diabetes
Strictly Come Dancing pro Nikita Kuzmin describes losing vision suddenly and being rushed to hospital at age 13 after being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.
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Hamlet Knew About Nocebo Effect: Letters
Readers discuss the nocebo effect, scattering ashes, bus travel, refusing to age, and enjoying the long read, with references to Shakespeare and personal anecdotes.
Royal Caribbean accused of discrimination over disabled passenger
A family faced unfair charges and booking issues from Royal Caribbean for their disabled son's carers. After intervention, the cruise line reversed the fees and reinstated credits.
Tech Prophets: The Hidden Power of Data Predictions
Carissa Véliz warns that tech predictions shape loans, jobs, and relationships. She urges skepticism, as forecasts often serve power, not truth.
Supreme Court Extends Access to Abortion Pill Mifepristone
The US Supreme Court has temporarily blocked restrictions on the abortion pill mifepristone, allowing continued access via mail and telehealth until at least Thursday.
Lawsuit Challenges Trump's Reflecting Pool Renovation
A nonprofit sues to stop President Trump's renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, alleging that painting the basin 'American flag blue' violates federal historic preservation laws.
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License Plate Readers at US Stores Spark Privacy Worries
Home Depot, Lowe's, and Walmart are using ALPR technology to combat theft, but experts raise privacy concerns over data retention and lack of oversight.
I Tried Not Speaking for 24 Hours: Here's What I Felt
The Independent's Julia Musto took a vow of silence for 24 hours to understand the impact of losing words due to tech. Experts weigh in on the social and health consequences.
Mexico State Collusion in Disappearances Alarming
IACHR report reveals alarming state involvement in Mexico's disappearances, with over 130,000 missing and deep collusion between criminals and officials.
Ban Gambling Ads Now, Urges Columnist
Emma Beddington argues the UK should follow Amsterdam's lead and ban gambling advertisements, citing their misleading nature and harm to vulnerable individuals.
Ofcom Probes GB News Trump Interview
Ofcom is investigating GB News for broadcasting an interview with Donald Trump, citing potential breaches of due impartiality and material misleadingness.
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Big Brother Star Tired of Trans Disclosure Questions
Nadia Almada, winner of Big Brother UK 2004, says she is 'sick and tired' of being asked why she didn't disclose her trans identity to housemates, 20 years after the show.
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