GPS tags, restriction zones for released sex offenders
Released sex and violent offenders in the UK will be confined to GPS-monitored restriction zones, with victims helping set boundaries to prevent encounters.
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Hackney mayor: Trans women can still use women's toilets
Hackney's Green mayor Zoë Garbett confirms trans women can use women's toilets in the borough, defying EHRC guidance based on biological sex.
PEN America Slams Comey Novel Use in Trump Threat Case
PEN America condemns prosecutors' use of James Comey's novel in a case accusing him of threatening Trump, calling it a 'desperate Hail Mary'.
Pocock: Labor gambling and NDIS deals a 'real betrayal'
Independent senator David Pocock calls Labor's gambling ad reform deal with the Coalition a 'real betrayal', criticizing NDIS cuts and lack of scrutiny.
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Home Secretary defends rapists in early release scheme
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood defends not excluding rapists from early prison release, citing fewer than 80 prison places available in September 2025.
Hammersmith and Fulham Refuses Rubbish with Garden Waste
Hammersmith and Fulham Council will now refuse to collect rubbish containing garden waste, aiming to reduce costs and boost recycling. The policy, approved by Cabinet Member Bora Kwon, targets residents mixing garden waste with general refuse, with enforc
UK food security: community growing and stockpiling debated
Letters argue community food-growing is key to resilience, while others call for government openness on stockpiling and emergency planning amid climate shocks.
Ebola in DRC: 2,325 Dead as Aid Cuts Worsen Crisis
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has become the deadliest in the country's history, with at least 2,325 deaths. The Guardian argues that US and European aid cuts have worsened the crisis, which is now the fastest-growing on recor
Burnham’s Key Policies: Bus Fare Cap, VAT Cut, Homelessness Plan
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged to cap single bus fares at £2, scrap VAT on household electricity bills, and end rough sleeping by Christmas, among other measures.
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Compulsory GCSE resits in England harm teen mental health
A UCL study finds mandatory GCSE resits in England significantly lower students' mental wellbeing, unlike in Wales and Northern Ireland where resits are not compulsory.
Peta Murphy's Husband: Labor Gambling Reforms Fall Short
Three years after Peta Murphy called for gambling reform, her husband says Labor's proposed changes are inadequate, falling well short of the comprehensive action needed to tackle Australia's gambling harm crisis.
NDIS Reforms Pass Parliament After Cross-Party Deal
NDIS reforms have passed the Australian parliament after a deal between the Coalition and Labor. The changes aim to curb spending growth and improve service delivery for participants.
Burnham: government funding may not be enough for rough sleeper pledge
Andy Burnham has admitted government funding may not be enough to offer every rough sleeper a place to stay by Christmas, issuing a rallying call to communities and voluntary organisations for support.
Australia's gambling reform fails to ban inducements
Australia's government passed limited restrictions on gambling inducements, ignoring a bipartisan recommendation for a total ban. Critics, including former addicts, say the changes will do little to prevent harm or suicide risks.
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Why Australian Rents Unlikely to Surge 30% Despite Tax Claims
Critics claim Labor's tax changes could push rents up 30%, but property experts at NAB and Ray White say their analysis has been misunderstood. Here's what will actually drive rents.
Burnham pledges £168.3M to end rough sleeping in London
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces a £168.3 million plan to get rough sleepers off London streets by Christmas, part of a £442 million national drive to eradicate rough sleeping across the UK.
Can Andy Burnham End Rough Sleeping by Christmas?
PM Andy Burnham aims to end rough sleeping in England by Christmas 2026, but challenges remain. Around 4,000 people sleep rough in London, with Westminster hardest hit. Experts cite the need for emergency spaces, early intervention, and addressing root ca
Resolve IPP scandal and resist sentencing populism, readers urge
Readers urge Andy Burnham to resist populist sentencing, resolve IPP crisis affecting 2,000 prisoners, and mandate protective orders for domestic abuse victims.
Pentagon Threatens Funding Cut for 30 US Universities
The Pentagon has ordered 30 US universities, including Harvard and MIT, to review foreign partnerships by August 31 or risk losing federal funding.
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NDIS bill passes Senate with substantial amendments after deal
The NDIS bill passed the Senate with substantial amendments after a Labor-Coalition deal, but critics warn of indiscriminate cuts affecting thousands.
NM AG drafts new social media safety laws after Meta win
New Mexico's attorney general is drafting two bills to strengthen consumer protections and child safety online, building on a landmark $942m court victory over Meta.
Cabinet Ministers' Numbers Leaked Online After Burnham Scam
At least three UK cabinet ministers' personal mobile numbers were found online, following a security scare involving Andy Burnham and an impersonation scam.
Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it interferes in Iran war
President Trump warned he would bomb Oman if it interferes in the US-Iran conflict, as the 60-day ceasefire ends tomorrow and tensions escalate with bounties on US soldiers.
FCA Expands Globally with New India and UAE Offices
The UK Financial Conduct Authority will open offices in India and the UAE as part of a global expansion to strengthen international regulatory ties.
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NDIS Cuts Out of Line with Australian Values: Steele-John
Senator Jordon Steele-John says NDIS cuts contradict Australian values, urging a rethink of proposed changes.
California Bill Requires Diaper Chemical Disclosure
California legislation passed the assembly 68-1, requiring diaper manufacturers to disclose all intentionally added ingredients on a public webpage by 2028 and on packaging by 2029, aiming to reduce toxic chemical exposure in babies.
France's top court blocks Macron's social media ban for under-15s
France's constitutional council blocked a ban on social media for under-15s, citing freedom of expression and privacy. President Macron vows to rework legislation.
Burnham's Rip-Off List: Consumer Reforms vs Cost of Living
Readers critique PM's consumer reforms as insufficient amid cost of living crisis, citing supermarket prices, standing charges, and student loans.
Illegal 'tin conservatory' still up a year after ruling
A metal awning outside a North Cheam supermarket remains standing over a year after being ruled unlawful, despite council promises to enforce removal.
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Racing Centre at Risk of Closure Over Lease Row
The West London Racing Centre in Hillingdon faces closure due to stalled lease renewal negotiations with the council, putting STEM and youth programs at risk.
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