Australia to tighten gun laws after Bondi Beach shooting
Following the deadly Bondi Beach attack, PM Anthony Albanese vows to strengthen Australia's already strict firearms legislation. Explore the laws and proposed changes.
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Workers' rights bill passes but key battles lie ahead
Labour's employment bill moves forward after business groups urge Lords to stop blocking it, but critical details on contracts and rights are deferred to secondary legislation, setting the stage for fresh disputes.
Cannabis seed ban could fuel £1.2bn black market, growers warn
UK government's proposed ban on cannabis seeds faces fierce opposition from growers, who warn it will fuel a £1.2bn black market and harm medical patients. Read the full story.
North London off-licence raided over illegal tobacco sales
A Kentish Town off-licence owner faces losing his premises licence after police found illegal tobacco hidden in a lollipop holder and staff sold alcohol to a minor. Read the full investigation details.
Victoria Police Can Now Search Children Without Warrant
Victoria Police have been granted controversial new powers to search children as young as 14 without a warrant. Critics warn it risks criminalising vulnerable youth.
Reeves rushes pension tax raid into law
Chancellor Rachel Reeves accelerates salary sacrifice legislation to reassure markets about tax increases. Learn how this affects your pension contributions.
Italy delays landmark law defining rape by consent
Italy's parliament postpones crucial legislation that would define sex without consent as rape, creating a rift in Giorgia Meloni's coalition government. Discover the implications.
Paan Spit Costs London Council £30K a Year
Brent Council spends over £30,000 annually cleaning paan, a chewing tobacco. The zero-tolerance crackdown includes fines and health workshops. Discover the full story.
Lawyers slam Rachel Reeves's 'illogical' LLP tax
Legal professionals warn Chancellor's proposed LLP tax reforms could damage UK law firms' competitiveness. Experts reveal unintended consequences for partnership structures.
Labor Pledges Nature Laws This Week Amid Green Pressure
Australia's Labor government commits to passing historic environmental legislation this week as Greens push for stronger protections. Will the landmark laws survive parliamentary scrutiny?
Wimbledon exempt from new anti-ticket touting law
Wimbledon is set for an exemption from Labour's new anti-ticket touting legislation, protecting its multi-million pound debenture sales that fund tennis. Discover the details.
British Museum ends tobacco sponsorship deal
The British Museum terminates its controversial 15-year partnership with Japan Tobacco International following government intervention and WHO guideline breaches. Discover the implications for cultural funding.
Man Utd's £2bn stadium plan hit by ticket law change
Manchester United's plan to use personal seat licences to fund a new £2bn stadium faces a major hurdle as the government outlaws ticket resales for profit. Discover the implications.
Congress Passes Bill to Release Epstein Documents
US Senate approves legislation forcing disclosure of Jeffrey Epstein files after overwhelming House vote. Bipartisan measure heads to President Trump's desk for signing.
Epstein Files Bill Passes Senate Unanimously
US Senate unanimously approves legislation forcing release of Jeffrey Epstein investigation files following near-unanimous House vote. Bipartisan effort moves forward despite Trump's previous resistance.
Victoria Acts on Retail and Hospitality Worker Violence
Victoria introduces tough new laws protecting retail and hospitality workers from violence. Learn how these measures will safeguard frontline staff across the state.
BAT accused of hypocrisy over Zambia tobacco lobbying
British American Tobacco lobbied against health measures in Africa that are UK law. Campaigners call it 'utter hypocrisy' as 7,000 Zambians die annually from tobacco-related illnesses.
SA Parliament Defeats Late-Term Abortion Restrictions
South Australian parliament voted down a bill to restrict abortion access after 22 weeks. The proposed amendment sparked an emotional debate on women's healthcare rights.
Tobacco industry lobbying blocks health tax rises
New report reveals how tobacco companies influence governments to keep taxes low, costing billions in lost revenue and millions of lives annually. Time for change.
Albanese: Whitlam Dismissal a 'Calculated Plot'
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese marks the 50th anniversary of Gough Whitlam's dismissal, calling it a 'calculated plot'. Also, Trump threatens BBC, and Melbourne plans transport expansion.
Australia's $33bn Tobacco Tax Crisis: Black Market Boom
Australia faces a staggering $33 billion tax shortfall as illicit tobacco trade flourishes, with government revenue projections up in smoke despite world's highest cigarette prices.
Trump Slams Voter Reform as 'Night for Democracy'
In a fiery response, former President Donald Trump condemns the newly passed voter reform legislation, labelling the Democratic victory a 'dark moment' for American democracy as the political battle over election integrity intensifies.
Europe's Housing Crisis: Time for EU Radical Action
As Europe's housing crisis deepens, The Guardian argues that piecemeal solutions have failed and only EU-wide radical intervention can address this growing emergency affecting millions.
Sydney Tobacco Stores Shut in Historic Health Crackdown
Historic crackdown sees Sydney tobacco retailers shut their doors as New South Wales implements world-leading anti-smoking legislation targeting community health.
Labour's Environmental Law Loophole Sparks Integrity Fears
Integrity experts warn that a 'highly unusual' exemption in Labour's new environmental legislation creates potential for political interference and undermines environmental protection standards across Australia.
Maldives bans smoking for post-2007 generation
The Maldives introduces a groundbreaking tobacco ban prohibiting anyone born after 2007 from ever purchasing cigarettes, creating a 'smoke-free generation' in the island paradise.
Australia's Digital ID Bill Sparks Privacy Debate
The Australian government's proposed Digital ID bill sparks heated debate as critics warn of privacy risks while supporters champion convenience and security benefits.
NSW Govt strikes major crossbench deal on key reforms
The Minns Labor government secures parliamentary support through sweeping concessions on environmental planning, workers' compensation reforms and firearm regulations in landmark crossbench negotiations.
Maldives enforces world-first generational smoking ban
The Maldives has implemented a groundbreaking lifetime ban preventing anyone born after 2007 from ever buying tobacco products, creating the world's first 'smoke-free generation'.
Senate blocks Trump tariff powers in bipartisan vote
In a stunning bipartisan move, the US Senate has voted to prevent Donald Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs without congressional approval, setting up a major constitutional clash.
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