Virginia Senate Puts Abortion Rights Amendment to Voters
Virginia's state senate has approved a 2026 ballot measure to enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution. Voters will decide as the state becomes a critical access point post-Roe.
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Virginia Democrats seek redistricting vote for four seats
Virginia lawmakers have approved a constitutional amendment for voters to decide on mid-decade redistricting. Democrats aim to redraw maps, potentially gaining up to four congressional seats in a national partisan battle.
Nanny testifies in BDSM murder plot trial against IRS agent
The Brazilian nanny at the centre of an alleged BDSM murder plot orchestrated by an IRS agent testifies against him, revealing shocking details of the plan to kill his wife. Read the full court testimony.
Corrie's Megan makes abortion decision after grooming Will
In a shocking Coronation Street twist, predator Megan Walsh's decision to terminate her pregnancy is uncovered. The athletics coach has been grooming schoolboy Will Driscoll. Read the full explosive story.
Record High Abortions in England and Wales
Official figures reveal a sharp 11% rise in abortions in England and Wales, reaching 277,970 in 2023. Health leaders cite cost-of-living pressures and strained sexual health services as key factors.
California blocks Louisiana's extradition request for abortion doctor
Governor Gavin Newsom vows California will never extradite a doctor charged for mailing abortion pills to Louisiana, citing state shield laws. A major clash over reproductive rights post-Roe.
Record High Abortions in England and Wales
New government data reveals an 11% surge in abortions in 2023, the highest rate since 1967. Experts cite the cost of living crisis and barriers to contraception as key drivers.
Virginia man on trial for double murder plot with au pair
Brendan Banfield, 40, denies orchestrating the murders of his wife and a stranger in a complex 2023 plot. The family's Brazilian au pair, Juliana Peres Magalhaes, has pleaded guilty and will testify.
Louisiana seeks extradition of California abortion doctor
Louisiana officials attempt to extradite a California doctor for allegedly mailing abortion pills, escalating the legal battle between US states over reproductive rights. Read the latest developments.
US Supreme Court Hears Transgender Athlete Ban Cases
The US Supreme Court is hearing pivotal cases on state bans for transgender athletes in school sports. The rulings could reshape civil rights protections for LGBTQ+ youth across America. Follow the latest developments.
Supreme Court Hears Trans Athlete Cases
The US Supreme Court heard arguments on laws banning transgender girls from school sports teams. A ruling could erode key protections for LGBTQ+ youth across America. Read the full analysis.
Colombia's Jacarandas: TikTok Abortion Advice for a New Age
Jacarandas, a Colombian abortion rights helpline, uses irreverent social media and a purple cartoon cat to destigmatise reproductive healthcare, becoming the Spanish-speaking world's most-followed account.
Federal prosecutor fired in Virginia office
Robert McBride, deputy in the US Attorney's office leading cases against James Comey and Letitia James, has been dismissed. Discover the latest developments in this political saga.
Husband used fetish site in 'elaborate double-murder scheme'
Brendan Banfield is on trial for an alleged plot to murder his wife and frame a stranger he lured via a fetish website. The case involves an au pair's confession and disputed digital evidence.
Abortion due to climate crisis anxiety: a mother's story
A mother of two shares her painful journey of terminating a wanted pregnancy due to climate anxiety, followed by a miscarriage. A psychotherapist explains how to process the grief and find peace.
Ley's Ongoing Criticism of Bondi Attack Response
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley persists in attacking the Labor government over the Bondi terror attack response, even after securing a royal commission. Will calls for unity prevail?
Albanese calls royal commission after Bondi terror attack
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirms a federal royal commission into antisemitism and social cohesion following the alleged Bondi terror attack in December. The inquiry will be led by former justice Virginia Bell.
PM to call royal commission into Bondi beach attack
Australian PM Anthony Albanese is set to announce a federal royal commission into the Bondi terror attack and antisemitism, bowing to intense public and political pressure. Full details.
Wyoming Supreme Court strikes down abortion bans
Wyoming's Supreme Court has ruled two abortion bans unconstitutional, preserving access. The decision cites a state healthcare amendment. Read the full analysis of this pivotal reproductive rights victory.
UK Abortion Campaigner's 60-Year Unfinished Battle
Diane Munday, 94, who helped secure the 1967 Abortion Act, says the job is only half done. She demands full decriminalisation and warns of threats from US rollbacks and UK politicians.
US Woman Charged After Inducing Own Abortion
A Kentucky woman faces criminal charges, including fetal homicide, after allegedly using medication to end her pregnancy. This case highlights the legal risks for women in post-Roe America.
Abortion rights slip as top priority for Democrats
New polling reveals abortion rights are fading as a key issue for Democratic voters ahead of the 2026 midterms, shifting focus to the economy and democracy. Read the full analysis.
Court Allows Medicaid Defunding of Planned Parenthood
A US appeals court has permitted a Trump-era provision to strip Medicaid funding from Planned Parenthood in 22 states, a move critics call a 'back-door abortion ban'. Explore the legal battle and its impact on reproductive healthcare access.
Inside Britain's poshest village where homes cost £1.9m
Virginia Water in Surrey has been crowned one of Britain's poshest villages for 2025. Discover the £15m mansions, exclusive Wentworth Club, and why even dog walkers sign NDAs.
Epstein survivor calls for Prince Andrew to face justice
Marina Lacerda, a survivor of Jeffrey Epstein, urges Prince Andrew to answer questions in the US. Newly released documents appear to show the former royal requesting 'inappropriate friends' from Ghislaine Maxwell.
US Veterans Affairs Abortion Ban Has No Rape Exception
The US Department of Veterans Affairs has immediately banned abortion services, with no exceptions for rape or incest, following a Department of Justice memo. This rolls back a key Biden-era policy.
Guardian Readers Share Their Feel-Good News Moments of 2025
Amid a challenging year, Guardian US readers found joy in stories of political change, cinematic triumph, papal leadership, and an intoxicated raccoon. Discover the moments that brought light in 2025.
Civil rights statue replaces Confederate general at US Capitol
A statue honouring Barbara Rose Johns, who led a 1951 student strike for equal education, has been unveiled at the US Capitol, replacing a statue of Confederate general Robert E Lee.
EU Parliament votes on abortion access fund for 20 million women
The European Parliament votes today on a citizen-led proposal for an EU fund to cover abortion care, aiming to close a deadly gap in access for millions. Follow the historic decision.
Epstein Accuser's Memoir Sells 1 Million Copies
Virginia Roberts Giuffre's explosive posthumous memoir, 'Nobody's Girl', has sold over a million copies worldwide, intensifying scrutiny on Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein's case. Read the full story.
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