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U.S. Politicians Rally Against U.K. Online Safety Law, Fear for Free Speech and Privacy Rights

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LONDON, United Kingdom — A growing contingent of U.S. lawmakers is vocally opposing a recently enacted British law that mandates certain websites and apps to verify the ages of users, including those based in the United States. This concern has escalated following the implementation of the U.K.’s Online Safety Act, which took effect on July 25. A bipartisan delegation of Congress members traveled to London to express their apprehensions about the new law, which critics claim infringes upon free speech and targets vulnerable populations. Vice President JD Vance has been particularly vocal about the law’s … Read more

U.K. Supreme Court Sets Precedent by Defining Legal Recognition of Women Based on Biological Sex

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LONDON — In a landmark decision, the U.K. Supreme Court has ruled that under current equalities law, a woman is defined as someone born biologically female. The ruling has sparked significant discussion and debate about gender identity and legal recognition in Britain. The court’s decision comes at a time when gender and identity issues are sharply contested across several sectors of society. This judgment, handed down on April 17, 2025, specifically addressed challenges pertaining to the rights of transgender individuals under the U.K.’s Equality Act. The case was brought to the supreme judiciary by a … Read more

U.K. Home Office Faces Criticism Over Delayed Buffer Zone Guidance Amid Controversies in Enforcement

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London — In the UK, recent legislation aimed at regulating protests around abortion clinics has ignited a fiery debate on the boundaries of free speech and religious freedoms. Enacted in 2023, the law establishes “buffer zones” that prevent any public gathering within 492 feet of abortion facilities, a measure initially intended to curb pro-life demonstrations. The law’s stipulations extend surprisingly to include silent prayer, a mandate that has sparked controversy and legal challenges, considering the UK’s robust human rights protections. Notably, a high-profile incident involving Isabel Vaughan-Spruce, who was arrested outside a Birmingham clinic for … Read more

U.K. Regulatory Body Suspects Google of Anti-Competitive Practices in Digital Advertising Sector

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LONDON — The U.K.’s antitrust regulator has recently expressed concerns that Google’s dominance in the digital advertising sector may be breaching competition laws. The tech giant, known for its significant hold over online advertising markets around the world, faces scrutiny over practices that potentially hinder rival companies’ ability to compete fairly. According to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), preliminary findings suggest that Google has been engaging in activities that may stifle competition and innovation within the digital advertising space. This includes the ways in which Google interacts with publishers and advertisers, and how it … Read more