İsrail'de askeri istihbarat, özellikle savaş dönemlerinde haberleri günde ortalama 15 kez engelliyor. Yasalara göre güvenlik içerikli haberler yayınlanmadan önce orduya sunuluyor. 2024'te 20.770 haberden 1.635'i yasaklandı, 6.265'i sansürlendi.
Ombudsman secured a second consecutive Prince of Wales's Stakes victory at Royal Ascot with a dominant performance. The 11-10 favorite, ridden by William Buick, pulled away decisively to win by four lengths, marking a significant achievement for the horse and its trainers.
Ombudsman delivered a commanding performance to win the Prince of Wales's Stakes, beating last season's Oaks and Arc winners, Minnie Hauk and Daryz. Jockey William Buick eased the 11-10 favorite to a four-length victory, showcasing exceptional acceleration. Trainer John Gosden praised the horse's class and turn of foot, with the Juddmonte International at York a potential next target.
NSW Ombudsman criticizes Corrective Services NSW for unlawful 24/7 cell confinement of protective custody inmates for up to three months. The report highlights failures in planning and record-keeping, impacting multiple correctional centers.
Polish parliamentarians will convene joint committee meetings to investigate allegations of psychological and physical overwork, stress, and burnout among employees at the Children's Rights Ombudsman Office, following a TVN24 report.
Russian and Ukrainian ombudsmen agree to facilitate document exchange for payment to nationals, overcoming diplomatic relation hurdles.
Lundsberg School has submitted a new, more detailed statement to the Swedish Discrimination Ombudsman (DO) regarding identified risks of discrimination, particularly related to age and informal power structures between older and younger students. The school also provided a summary of student responses indicating witnessed racist and sexist language, though most students report overall satisfaction with the school environment. DO will now analyze the submission to determine if further action is needed.
Konstnären Teymor Zarré har anmält Västerås stad till JO efter att hans tre meter höga konstverk "Glasrummets gåta" rivits och slängts. Zarré menar att museet saknar tydligt köpeavtal och att ett utställningsavtal inte styrker äganderätt. Museichefen Nina Eklöf hävdar att verket producerades för museet och därmed tillhör dem.
A bill introduced in Russia's State Duma proposes a new format for the presidential business ombudsman, to be funded by a non-profit organization (ANO) co-founded by the Russian Federation. Alexander Shokhin, head of the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (RSPP), is set to fill the vacant position, retaining his RSPP role.
Barnaby Joyce urged anti-abortion activists to 'keep the fires burning' in Sydney. Concerns are mounting over Labor's NDIS overhaul, a "franken-can" was named worst plastic packaging, and Trump reportedly argued with Netanyahu. Weight-loss drugs may cut cancer risk.
Olha Reshetylova, Ukraine's first military ombudsman, faces resistance from senior commanders while advocating for soldiers' rights. Appointed by President Zelensky, she aims to improve treatment and reduce desertion rates by addressing systemic issues within the Ukrainian army.
Russian human rights ombudsman Yana Lantratova announced the reunification of dozens of families separated during the special military operation in Ukraine. The effort involved 80 families, including nearly 50 children, totaling 101 people who have been reunited with loved ones.
Former EU Ombudsman Emily O’Reilly criticized the European Commission's lack of transparency, calling it 'elitist' and a threat to democracy. She highlighted frustration with the Commission ignoring her office's recommendations, citing vaccine contracts as an example.
Philippine Senator Jose 'Jinggoy' Estrada charged with plunder and violating anti-corruption laws in infrastructure scandal
Taiwan's Legislative Yuan's Judiciary and Organic Laws Committee debated proposed budget cuts to the Ombudsman's office and its human rights commission. Legislator Chen Chao-tzu proposed significant reductions, citing the Ombudsman's perceived ineffectiveness and suggesting it has become a "retirement agency." While some support abolishing the Ombudsman, others argue that essential administrative and operational functions must be funded until any constitutional changes are enacted.
Luhansk region ombudsman Anna Lantratova stated that foreign journalists visiting a college in Starobelsk, allegedly attacked by the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU), should witness the truth of the events.
A 97-year-old Australian widow was fined $1,650 by the ATO for a late tax return after her husband's death. The decision was overturned after public outcry via LinkedIn, prompting criticism of the ATO's lack of discretion in considering personal circumstances.
Press reports on the King's Speech largely ignored the proposed Financial Services Bill, which aims to downgrade the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) under the guise of "modernisation." Critics argue this reflects industry lobbying, as consumers lack the organized influence of financial firms.
Leah Spasova, a psychologist from Oxfordshire, has won her case against the NHS after being denied female sterilisation while men were allowed vasectomies. The parliamentary and health service ombudsman ruled against Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West ICB, finding it applied different criteria to men and women seeking permanent contraception. The ICB had refused funding based on 'regret' - a criterion not applied to men. After the ruling, the ICB agreed to review its policy and apologise. Spasova had been fighting for the procedure for 10 years, first being told she was too young to make the decision.
A psychologist denied sterilisation on the NHS has successfully challenged the decision after taking her case to the health ombudsman, sparking debate over procedure accessibility. In 2024-25, 10,793 female sterilisations were carried out, down 22% from a decade ago, while vasectomies rose 16% to 26,385. Campaigners argue women face unequal treatment and limited bodily autonomy, while others cite medical concerns including regret rates of up to 20%.
A Queensland Ombudsman report has found three instances where prison inmates accused of sexually assaulting cellmates have continued to share cells with other prisoners.
Teenager found unresponsive at Feltham YOI, the first such death in England or Wales since 2019Police and the prisons ombudsman are investigating the death of a 16-year-old boy who was being held at a young offender institution in south-west London.The boy was found unresponsive at Feltham YOI on Monday night. He was treated by paramedics before being rushed to hospital but died shortly before midnight. Continue reading...
