Jail for misogyny? UK govt advised ‘gender’ should be added to ‘protected characteristics’ under hate crime laws

Sex or gender should be made legally “protected” characteristics in England and Wales, particularly to provide more protection to women, the Law Commission – a government advisory body – has said in a report. … Read More >Jail for misogyny? UK govt advised ‘gender’ should be added to ‘protected characteristics’ under hate crime laws

As violent protests grip Portland for weeks, Dems call for an investigation of ‘horrific’ tactics by federal law enforcement

With Portland plagued by weeks of violent protests, including attacks on police, Oregon’s leaders are demanding an investigation into federal officers who they branded an “occupying” force assaulting “peaceful protesters.” … Read More >As violent protests grip Portland for weeks, Dems call for an investigation of ‘horrific’ tactics by federal law enforcement

China passes controversial national security law for Hong Kong, prohibiting secession and foreign interference

China’s top legislative body unanimously approved a controversial national security law for Hong Kong, stoking fears that the new regulation might undermine the territory’s promised autonomy. Xi Jinping signed the law on Tuesday. … Read More >China passes controversial national security law for Hong Kong, prohibiting secession and foreign interference

Trump signs ‘very strong’ executive order protecting US monuments, stays in DC to ‘make sure LAW & ORDER is enforced’

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to protect American monuments, after calling off a weekend trip to New Jersey to remain in DC amid ongoing protests, insisting “agitators” will be “brought to justice.” … Read More >Trump signs ‘very strong’ executive order protecting US monuments, stays in DC to ‘make sure LAW & ORDER is enforced’

Russia could jail adults for 10 YEARS for encouraging youth to protest, according to proposed legislation

Russians who encourage minors to join protests may face 10 years in jail. The author of the new bill, an MP with the ruling United Russia party, believes rally organizers prey on youth “because they are the easiest to manipulate.” … Read More >Russia could jail adults for 10 YEARS for encouraging youth to protest, according to proposed legislation