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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FBI Raid on Journalist's Home Shows Press Freedom Erosion
The recent FBI raid on a journalist's home is not an isolated incident but the culmination of decades of backsliding on press freedoms in the US, enabled by laws like the Espionage Act. Explore the alarming trend.
Australia's history of banning political groups raises concerns
As Australia's Labor government proposes new hate speech laws, a look back at the nation's troubled history of outlawing political groups suggests such moves are rarely wise or necessary. Learn the lessons from the past.
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.
Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi's Role in Iran Protests
Who is Reza Pahlavi, the exiled crown prince galvanising protests against Iran's theocracy? We explore his past, his decades in exile, and his vision for Iran's future. Read the full analysis.
Activist groups challenge NSW protest restrictions in court
Civil liberties groups launch a constitutional challenge against NSW laws restricting protests after terror attacks. The case questions the implied freedom of political communication.
Texas union sues over teacher probes after Kirk posts
A major Texas teachers' union files a federal lawsuit, accusing the state of unconstitutional investigations into educators' social media comments about Charlie Kirk. 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.
Royal Lack of Transparency Requires Constitutional Change
Historian Paul McGilchrist argues the monarchy's opaque operations are an affront to democracy. Calls grow for parliamentary accountability and codified ethics for the royal family.
California Open Carry Ban Ruled Unconstitutional
A US appeals court has overturned California's ban on openly carrying firearms, citing a violation of Second Amendment rights. The landmark ruling impacts 95% of the state's population.
Think Tank Warns of UK Disintegration from Nativist Politics
A stark new report predicts the UK could fragment within a decade due to rising English nationalism and political polarisation. Discover the key risks and potential outcomes.
NSW's rushed anti-protest laws face court challenge
New South Wales is fast-tracking another anti-protest bill after a terror incident. Constitutional experts warn it may be overruled, like past laws. Read the analysis.
Activist Groups Launch Constitutional Challenge to NSW Protest Laws
Pro-Palestine and Indigenous activist groups are taking the Minns government to court over new laws they say strip away the right to peaceful protest. Read the full story on the constitutional challenge.
NY School Board's 'Wooden Box' Claims Prompt Investigation
A New York school board faces investigation after claims it used a wooden box to silence critics during public meetings. Discover the details and official response.
US Supreme Court at Brink of Illegitimacy, Scholars Warn
Harvard and Yale law professors argue the US Supreme Court has lost its legitimacy under Trump and must be replaced to prevent oligarchic rule. Discover the case for radical reform.
Young Activists Sue Over US Fossil Fuel Investments
As the US government approves major fossil fuel projects, a new wave of youth-led climate lawsuits is challenging the policy. Discover how activists are using the courts to fight for their future.
White House backs potential Trump third term
The White House says the US would be 'lucky' if Donald Trump served a third term, following reports he discussed the constitutionality with lawyer Alan Dershowitz. Read the latest.
Ex-officer sues after 37-day jail term over Facebook meme
A former Tennessee lawman spent 37 days in jail over a Charlie Kirk meme. Now he's suing for First Amendment violations. Read his fight for free speech.
Judge blocks access to key evidence in Comey case
A federal judge has temporarily barred prosecutors from using materials seized from James Comey's ally, Daniel Richman, citing a likely Fourth Amendment violation. This major setback complicates the case against the former FBI director. Read the full anal
Rightwing Takeover of Pentagon Press Corps
Traditional journalists have surrendered their Pentagon press passes, replaced by rightwing pundits who agreed to strict new reporting rules. Explore the implications for US defence scrutiny.
Trump Sends California Guard to Judge's Home
In an extraordinary escalation, former President Trump ordered the California National Guard to a federal judge's residence. Explore the legal and constitutional crisis unfolding.
Supreme Court to Decide Legality of Trump Citizenship Order
The US Supreme Court will decide if Donald Trump's order restricting birthright citizenship is legal. The ruling could redefine the 14th Amendment's interpretation.
NY Times Sues Pentagon Over Press Freedom Limits
The New York Times files a federal lawsuit against the US Defence Department, alleging new press rules violate the First Amendment and chill independent reporting.
NY Times Sues Pentagon Over Press Restrictions
The New York Times files a lawsuit against the Pentagon, alleging new reporting rules violate First Amendment rights. Major US media outlets refuse to sign the agreement.
Right-Wing Campaign Targets Women's Suffrage in US
A growing far-right movement in the US is blaming women's advancement for social ills and calling for the repeal of the 19th Amendment. Explore the alarming modern and retro sexism driving this push.
Constitutional Change Grants Pakistan Army Chief Lifelong Immunity
Pakistan's parliament passed a constitutional amendment granting army chief General Asim Munir control over all armed forces and lifelong legal immunity, a move critics call a 'constitutional coup'. Explore the implications for democracy.
Texas Schools in Ten Commandments Legal Clash
Texas schools face constitutional crisis as federal and state courts clash over mandatory Ten Commandments displays in classrooms. Discover the legal battle unfolding.
Trump Politicising Military Report Sparks Outrage
Explosive Pentagon report reveals Trump's alleged politicisation of US military. Defence experts warn of constitutional crisis. Read the full investigation.
Kentucky Professor Sues Over Israel Course Ban
University of Louisville professor faces legal battle after cancelled Israel-Palestine course. Lawsuit alleges First Amendment violations and academic freedom suppression.
Pakistan gives army chief new powers and immunity
Pakistan's parliament passes constitutional amendment granting army chief unprecedented powers and lifelong legal immunity while limiting supreme court independence. Critics call it democracy's funeral.
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