Australia's Hate Speech Bill Faces Parliamentary Hurdles
Australia's proposed hate speech laws face opposition from the Coalition and Greens, raising concerns about free speech and rushed legislation. Discover the key arguments.
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ACLU Sues Over ICE Racial Profiling in Minnesota
The ACLU files a lawsuit alleging ICE and CBP agents in Minnesota engaged in racial profiling and unlawful arrests, targeting Somali and Latino communities. Read the full story.
Ley brands hate speech bill 'unsalvageable' ahead of vote
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley vows to block government's hate speech reforms, calling them flawed. PM Albanese accuses Coalition of 'playing politics' after weeks demanding action.
Trump Admin Reinstates Fired DoJ Race Relations Staff
The US Justice Department has rescinded layoff notices for 13 employees at the Community Relations Service, known as 'America's peacemaker'. The move follows a lawsuit alleging an unlawful effort to dismantle the agency.
Siskiyou County Agrees to Police Reforms After Lawsuit
Siskiyou County agrees to major police reforms after a lawsuit alleged systematic harassment of Hmong Americans. New policies ban race-based traffic stops and introduce independent oversight.
The Knife Review: Intense Drama of Police Suspicion
Nnamdi Asomugha's taut film 'The Knife' delivers an intense 81-minute drama where a home invasion spirals into catastrophic police suspicion. Read our full review.
Australia's New Hate Group Laws Bring 15-Year Jail Terms
Australia's PM Albanese introduces new laws to list hate groups with lower thresholds, granting Asio chief powers to recommend bans. Neo-Nazi group disbands ahead of bill.
Religious Text Defence in Australia's New Hate Speech Bill
Draft legislation reveals a defence for quoting religious texts in Australia's proposed hate speech crackdown, part of a sweeping post-Bondi bill. Read the full details.
Sandra Wallace on race, law, and her journey to DLA Piper
DLA Piper's UK senior partner Sandra Wallace discusses confronting racial bias in her legal career, championing social mobility, and her new government role. Read her powerful story.
The Traitors' racial bias needs addressing at roundtable
As The Traitors season 4 continues, a troubling pattern of early banishments for people of colour demands an in-castle conversation. We explore the evidence and call for change.
Law Firm Offers 20% Billable Credit for AI Effort
US law firm Ropes & Gray expands its 'TrAIlblazers' programme to Europe, allowing junior lawyers to dedicate 20% of billable hours to generative AI. Discover how this shapes legal tech.
The Traitors: Unconscious Racial Bias in Reality TV Judgement
Athena Kugblenu argues that the unfair treatment of Black contestants like Judy on The Traitors mirrors everyday racism in the UK, from workplaces to police stops. Read the analysis.
Brigitte Bardot: The paradox of a French icon
The death of Brigitte Bardot at 91 forces a reckoning with her legacy: a 1950s sex symbol and animal rights activist who was also convicted five times for inciting racial hatred.
Khawaja Confronts Stereotypes in Sydney Farewell
Usman Khawaja, Australia's first Muslim Test cricketer, used his retirement press conference to challenge racial stereotypes and reflect on his journey as a reluctant trailblazer. Read his powerful message.
Hate crimes surge on UK transport, victim shares story
A journalist recounts being racially abused on a London bus as new figures show a rise in hate crimes on British transport. Discover the impact and where to get support.
Racial and religious hate on UK transport up 40%
Shocking new data reveals a 40% rise in hate incidents on UK public transport. Read the full report and learn what's being done to tackle this crisis.
Clifford Chance's best-paid partner got £7m last year
The highest-earning partner at magic circle law firm Clifford Chance was paid over £7m last year, new filings show. Explore the firm's financial performance and partner pay structure.
Linklaters' staff costs jump £115m as pay battle intensifies
Magic Circle law firm Linklaters reports a £115m surge in employee costs, highlighting fierce competition for top legal talent and rising salaries across the UK sector.
Starmer's cautious stance on human rights scrutinised
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's approach to human rights law is under the microscope. Has the former lawyer abandoned his principles? Read our analysis of Labour's mixed record.
Algeria Passes Law Declaring French Colonisation a Crime
Algeria's parliament has unanimously approved a law declaring France's 132-year colonisation a 'state crime', demanding an apology and reparations. Explore the details and diplomatic fallout.
Perth man charged over alleged Bondi attack support post
A 47-year-old Perth man faces charges of racial harassment after allegedly posting online support for the Bondi Junction attack. Police confirm a swift investigation.
Lake Lanier's curse: 700 deaths and a dark history
Georgia's Lake Lanier, with over 700 fatalities, is shrouded in ghost stories. We investigate the curse's origins in racial violence and submerged towns. Discover the truth behind America's most haunted lake.
2025 Legal Year: Mergers, AI & Justice System Crisis
From the rise of transatlantic law giants and AI reshaping fees to a crumbling justice system, we review the seismic shifts that defined the UK legal sector in 2025. Discover the key trends.
Nick Griffin in court over 'racist' cartoon post
Former BNP leader Nick Griffin appears at Southwark Crown Court accused of stirring racial hatred by sharing an antisemitic cartoon online. A trial date is set for 2027.
Why Cadwalader needed the Hogan Lovells merger
Analysis reveals why the once-dominant US law firm Cadwalader turned to Hogan Lovells for a pivotal London merger, reshaping its City strategy. Discover the key drivers and future implications.
Man charged over social media post inciting Cronulla violence
A 20-year-old man has been arrested and charged following an alleged social media post urging racist violence at Cronulla beach in the wake of the Bondi attack. Police vow zero tolerance.
Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader in £2.7bn law firm merger
Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft plan a mega-merger to create a £2.7bn legal giant. Discover the details and what it means for the global legal market.
Macfarlanes Partner Takes Home Record £5m Pay Packet
A top partner at elite City law firm Macfarlanes earned a record £5m last year, as profits soar and pay for senior lawyers reaches new heights. Discover the figures behind the UK's legal pay boom.
EU Court: Denmark's 'Ghetto Law' May Be Unlawful
The European Court of Justice has ruled Denmark's controversial 'parallel societies' legislation may constitute racial discrimination, offering hope to residents in targeted Copenhagen neighbourhoods.
Man jailed for 'burn migrant hotels' X posts
Luke Yarwood sentenced to 18 months for stirring racial hatred with tweets about migrant hotels. His brother-in-law reported the posts to police. Read the full details.
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