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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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.
Gaza war causes 41% fall in births, says report
New reports detail a catastrophic collapse in maternal healthcare in Gaza, with a 41% fall in births and thousands of maternal deaths, alleging deliberate reproductive violence.
Charlie Hebdo cartoon of Rokhaya Diallo condemned as racist
French journalist Rokhaya Diallo accuses Charlie Hebdo of publishing a racist, sexist caricature, arguing it debases the freedom of speech the magazine symbolises. Read her powerful response.
50k petition against Freedom Pass cuts for pensioners
Over 50,000 people have signed a petition to protect London's Freedom Pass from a review that could cut free travel for pensioners. Campaigners call the potential changes a 'cruel attack on the elderly'.
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.
Australian Literary Festival Cancelled After Mass Boycott
Adelaide Writers' Week collapses after board's decision to exclude Palestinian Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah prompts mass speaker withdrawals and resignations. Read the full story.
Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 Cancelled Following Backlash
The Adelaide Festival board cancels its 2026 Writers' Week and resigns after disinviting Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking a mass boycott. Read the full story.
Literary Director Quits Over Author Disinvitation
Louise Adler resigns as Adelaide Writers' Week director after board cancels Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah's invitation. Over 180 writers withdraw in protest.
Festival Director Quits Over Censorship Row
Louise Adler resigns as Adelaide Writers' Week director after board disinvites Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking a free speech crisis and mass withdrawals.
Visual Guide to Iran's 2022 Protest Movement
A detailed visual analysis of Iran's 'Woman, Life, Freedom' protests, exploring the symbols, slogans, and brutal state crackdown that defined the 2022 uprising. Discover the movement's legacy.
Journalists Demand ICE Halt Violence Amid Protest Arrests
News organisations urge Trump administration to protect journalists after arrests and assaults at ICE protests. Calls grow for DHS media guidelines as tensions flare.
Truck crashes into pro-Iranian protest crowd in LA
A U-Haul truck drove into a crowd of pro-Iranian freedom marchers in Los Angeles, injuring two. The driver was arrested as fears of political motivation grow. Read the latest on the incident and the ongoing Iran protests.
Civil Society Condemns New Police Protest Powers
More than 40 UK civil society groups, including the TUC and Amnesty, condemn government plans to expand police powers to restrict protests. They warn it threatens fundamental democratic rights.
Journalist quits festival over speaker removal
Award-winning journalist Peter Greste withdraws from Adelaide Writers' Week in protest against the removal of author Randa Abdel-Fattah, warning that silencing voices aids extremists.
Trump's 'Doomsday Plane' Makes Rare Public Appearance in LA
Donald Trump's nuclear-proof 'doomsday plane' was seen in Los Angeles this week. Officials confirm it was part of a US defence capabilities tour, not an emergency. Read the full story.
City pushes back against EU integration in Starmer's plan
Senior City figures warn against reintroducing EU rules for financial services, fearing it will stifle London's post-Brexit recovery and regulatory innovation. Read the full analysis.
Professor Reinstated After Charlie Kirk Row
A University of Tennessee professor suspended for criticising right-wing activist Charlie Kirk has been reinstated following an investigation. Read the full story on the academic freedom debate.
Human Eggs Rejuvenated in Major IVF Breakthrough
Scientists have successfully rejuvenated human eggs, a discovery that could dramatically improve IVF success rates for older women. Read about this revolutionary fertility advance.
London pensioners may lose free travel Freedom Pass
A review of London's Older Person's Freedom Pass could see 1.2 million pensioners lose free travel on Tube, buses and rail. A petition has been launched against the cuts. Read the full story.
Machado's 'Freedom Manifesto' Book Delayed for Maduro Update
Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado will publish a book outlining her vision for Venezuela's future. Release delayed to include response to Maduro's ousting.
Guardian Foundation names Rosie Parkyn as new executive director
The Guardian Foundation appoints media freedom expert Rosie Parkyn as its new executive director. She will lead the charity's mission to combat misinformation and promote press freedom globally. Discover more about her vision.
University of Melbourne professor settles discrimination case
Dr Eric Descheemaeker settles with the University of Melbourne after his attempted sacking over a leaked email claiming the law school was becoming an 'ideological re-education camp'. Read the full story.
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.
Comedy as a vital weapon against 2026's bleak reality
As global conflicts and political tensions define 2026, comedy emerges as a crucial tool for truth and unity. Discover why protecting satire is essential for democracy and public discourse.
Fleet Street Editor Bill Hagerty Dies Aged 86
Bill Hagerty, a revered Fleet Street editor and staunch defender of press freedom whose career spanned 70 years, has died at 86. Read his remarkable story.
Venezuela detains journalists after Maduro's removal
At least 14 journalists detained in Caracas following the US-led capture of President Nicolás Maduro. Read the latest on the press freedom crackdown.
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.
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.
Guardian journalist contrasts US media pressure with editorial freedom
An American columnist reveals how billionaire ownership and Trump administration pressure are reshaping US media, contrasting it with the reader-funded Guardian's independent model. Support independent journalism.
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