Australia's New Environmental Laws: 7 Key Changes
Australia's landmark environmental reforms introduce stricter scrutiny for logging and new EPA, but concerns remain about ministerial powers. Discover the key changes.
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Labor and Greens deal to overhaul environmental protection laws
The Albanese government secures a landmark deal with the Greens to rewrite Australia's environmental protection laws, marking a major political victory. Discover the details and implications.
Trump EPA Seeks to Abandon Deadly Soot Pollution Standards
The Trump administration is moving to abandon stringent soot pollution standards, a reversal experts warn could lead to thousands of premature deaths and undermine public health protections.
Trump's Gerrymandering Push Meets Bipartisan Resistance
Donald Trump's campaign for mid-decade congressional redistricting faces unexpected resistance from Republican and Democratic state lawmakers, threatening his plan to secure a GOP House majority.
Man faces £16k bill to replace two windows in flat
A Westminster accountant's £2,500 window replacement spirals to £16,000 due to planning rules and building safety regulations. Discover why he feels 'punished for doing the right thing'.
Albanese in last-ditch talks to save nature laws
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese intervenes directly in negotiations to rescue Labor's environmental reforms as Greens consider 11th-hour compromise deal before parliament's final sitting day.
Pioneering trial uses old drugs to fight newborn sepsis
A groundbreaking trial in Kenya is testing repurposed antibiotics to treat neonatal sepsis, a deadly infection killing 800,000 newborns annually. Discover how this research could transform global treatment guidelines.
Melbourne police get 6-month warrantless search powers
Victoria Police can conduct random searches without warrants in Melbourne CBD until May 2026, sparking human rights concerns. Learn about the controversial new powers.
Labor's nature laws face uncertain fate amid negotiations
Labor's environmental reforms face crucial vote as Minister Watt presents separate amendments to Coalition and Greens. Key concessions offered on fossil fuels and enforcement.
UK rejects Nigeria organ trafficking deportation plea
The UK government has refused Nigeria's request to deport former senator Ike Ekweremadu, convicted under the Modern Slavery Act for organ trafficking. Read the full story.
Trumpism mirrors evangelical perversion of Christianity
The transformation of Jesus's message from radical love to hate mirrors Trump's wrecking-ball approach to American democracy. Discover the parallels and resistance.
Official: Palestine Action Ban Could Overwhelm Prevent
Exclusive: Home Office official warns anti-terrorism programme faces being overwhelmed by Palestine advocacy referrals following ban on direct action group. Read the full analysis.
Supreme Court Blocks Texas Redistricting Decision
US Supreme Court temporarily halts ruling that found Texas congressional map likely racially biased. Justice Alito's order preserves Republican-friendly districts pending full review.
Epstein survivors receive death threats after Senate victory
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein brace for escalating death threats as the US Senate passes the Epstein Files Transparency Act, demanding justice and protection.
Cynthia Erivo's Stage Journey to Wicked
Explore Cynthia Erivo's remarkable stage career before her Elphaba role in Wicked. Discover her performances in The Color Purple, Sister Act and other hit shows that defined her career.
SA honours Australian diplomat for apartheid resistance
Bruce Haigh, who used diplomatic immunity to help anti-apartheid activists escape South Africa, is being honoured on Freedom Park's Wall of Names alongside former PMs Hawke and Fraser.
Kendall: Ofcom must use online safety powers now
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall urges Ofcom to fully implement Online Safety Act amid concerns about AI chatbots and child protection delays. Public trust at stake.
Trans People Fear Exclusion Under New Government Guidance
Leaked EHRC guidance could allow exclusion of trans people from single-sex spaces based on appearance. Critics warn this threatens all women who don't fit stereotypes.
Modern Slavery Risk in UK Construction Exposed
Hundreds of UK construction workers face modern slavery risks, with charity helplines receiving nearly 500 calls. Learn about this emerging crisis and what's being done.
Leaked plan to bar trans people from toilets on looks
A leaked EHRC document suggests trans people could be barred from gendered spaces based on appearance, sparking outrage from campaigners who call the plan 'dangerously misogynistic'.
Hampstead Heath trans swim access decision due
The future of trans access to Hampstead Heath's single-sex ponds will be decided in January after a public consultation and legal challenges. Read the latest developments.
Trump's Healthcare Cuts Force Clinic Closures Nationwide
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act has led to widespread clinic closures and left an estimated 10 million Americans uninsured. Share your story on how these healthcare cuts are affecting you.
Trump plan weakens Endangered Species Act protections
Trump administration proposes sweeping changes to Endangered Species Act that conservationists call 'a death sentence' for monarch butterflies, wolverines and other vulnerable species.
Coalition offers deal on Labour's environment laws
Opposition leader Sussan Ley says the Coalition will support Labour's rewritten Environment Protection Act if 'sensible amendments' are accepted. Read the latest on the political negotiations.
Police Investigated After Guns Pointed at Aboriginal Teen
Australian federal police to investigate an incident where officers drew guns on an Indigenous teenager mistaken for a suspect, sparking accusations of racial profiling.
EU Plans Digital Rule Changes for AI Growth
The European Commission faces criticism over plans to streamline GDPR and delay AI Act implementation, aiming to save businesses €5bn by 2029. Read the full analysis.
Late supermarket delivery? How to claim your refund
Was your grocery delivery late? Discover your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and how to claim a refund from Tesco, Asda, Ocado, Morrisons, and Waitrose. Act now to get your money back.
Lost Delivery? Your Consumer Rights Explained
Discover your legal rights when a parcel fails to arrive. Learn why your contract is with the retailer, not the courier, and the steps to secure a refund under the Consumer Rights Act 2015.
Australia's Nature Laws Face Final Senate Showdown
Environment Minister Murray Watt vows to pass Labor's nature laws in parliament's final 2025 sitting week, negotiating with both Coalition and Greens. Will a deal be struck?
US Health Insurance Costs Jump 26% for Self-Employed
Self-employed Americans face 26% health insurance hikes as subsidies expire. Discover how rising costs are forcing people to skip emergency care and the political gridlock blocking solutions.
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