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.
A landmark TV and online ban on advertising unhealthy food and drinks is now in effect. The government says it will prevent 20,000 childhood obesity cases. Read the full details.
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.
It's been 18 years since the infamous 'Last Orders' party on the London Underground before Boris Johnson's alcohol ban. We revisit the chaos, controversy, and lasting impact of the 2008 prohibition.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The UK government will outlaw boiling lobsters alive, part of a major Labour animal welfare plan including hen cage bans and ending puppy farms. Discover the new humane requirements.
The government unveils a sweeping ban on puppy farming and trail hunting. Critics accuse Labour of ignoring rural Britain, while animal charities welcome the reforms.
Sweeping animal welfare reforms will outlaw puppy farming, snaring and trail hunting. New laws to phase out colony cages and farrowing crates by 2030. Read the full details.
The European Commission's proposal to weaken its 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars marks a major climate policy reversal. This editorial argues the move is a road to nowhere for Europe's automotive future.
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.
Australia plans to ban social media for under-16s. Our guide explains when it starts, which apps are included, and how it will work. Stay informed on this major policy shift.
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s from next Wednesday. The law, sparked by tragedy, aims to protect mental health but faces fierce opposition. Could the UK follow?
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s next Wednesday, aiming to protect children from addiction and cyberbullying. The landmark law sparks fierce debate.
The family of Adriana Smith, kept on life support due to Georgia's heartbeat law, share a heartbreaking update as her son, born prematurely, is still too ill to come home for the holidays.
A new Texas law allows citizens to sue anyone suspected of mailing abortion pills, directly challenging 'shield laws' in states like New York and Massachusetts. This escalation could set a landmark Supreme Court battle.
A deep dive into Texas's novel abortion law, which empowers private citizens to sue anyone aiding an abortion after six weeks. Explore the legal mechanism and its profound consequences.
President Donald Trump signs a sweeping executive order to ban immigration from seven Muslim-majority countries. Read the full details and potential consequences.
President Trump's xenophobic cabinet rant and a sweeping halt to immigration from 19 nations, including Somalia, marks a severe escalation in US policy. Follow the latest developments and impacts.
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. We explain which platforms are included, how age checks work, and if a delay is possible. Get the full details.
Australia's pioneering under-16s social media ban begins 10 Dec, with more platforms like Lemon8 to be added. Minister Anika Wells admits a 'sieve' effect but vows fines up to $50m.
Law professor Joanna Howe claims University of Adelaide shields her from pro-choice complaints. Discover how this case tests academic freedom boundaries in UK education.
North Dakota's Supreme Court has reinstated a near-total abortion ban, making it a felony for doctors. Learn about the ruling's impact and the clinic forced to move.
Explore the transformed US abortion landscape. Since Roe v Wade was overturned, 13 states have near-total bans. Discover the state-by-state battle for reproductive rights.
Australian Snapchat users under 16 face account lockdown from 10 December 2025. Learn how age verification works and appeal options if wrongly banned.
Labour confirms the ban on new petrol and diesel car sales will start in 2030, five years earlier than planned. Get the latest on the EV transition and industry concerns.
Australia's government pushes ahead with controversial social media ban for under-16s, but experts question whether it will deliver promised protections.
West Midlands Police defend banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from Aston Villa match as Dutch authorities question 'false' hooliganism claims. Read the full investigation.