South Korea’s ruling Democratic Party abolished prosecutors’ supplementary investigative powers via a Criminal Procedure Act amendment, despite 61% public support for retention and warnings that victims may face delayed justice.
Yotam Marom, a key figure in the Occupy Wall Street movement, reflects on its demise due to 'politics of powerlessness' and discusses the left's current path to building strategic power through movements and elected officials.
Amnesty International's report, based on interviews with 19 Filipino women, details consistent patterns of abuse including excessive working hours, restricted movement, confinement, and sexual violence against domestic staff in Saudi Arabia. The findings mirror previous research on Kenyan workers, indicating widespread issues across nationalities.
A recently rediscovered 1798 parish record at Manchester Cathedral details the baptism of Indiana Mundi, a 14-year-old enslaved African girl from Congo. This entry offers a rare glimpse into the lives of Black Mancunians during the Georgian era and may lead to a memorial at the cathedral.
The United States, approaching its 250th anniversary, is depicted as a nation of profound contradictions and conflicts, from its historical injustices to its diverse population. The article reflects on its current political challenges while highlighting recent examples of idealism and cultural expression that offer hope for a more inclusive future.
Emmanuel Macron a plaidé mardi pour l'abolition universelle de la peine de mort, affirmant qu'elle n'a "jamais rendu une société plus sûre" et qu'elle est "la reconnaissance de la dignité humaine".
Germany's far-right AfD party is using a fraud scandal at the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) to advocate for abolishing the ministry responsible for foreign aid. The scandal involves 24 dismissed employees from GIZ's Yemen office accused of embezzling funds.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, a Republican, has reversed his long-held stance and publicly called for the abolition of the death penalty in the state, citing a lack of deterrent effect on violent crime. Despite his position, legislative repeal faces strong opposition.
Taiwan People's Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang strongly criticized the Control Yuan, calling it a "useless institution" for allegedly attempting to overturn convictions of DPP-affiliated elites. He announced the party's intention to cut the Control Yuan's budget, reject all its nominees, and initiate constitutional amendments to abolish the institution.
Taiwan's President announced nominations for the 7th Control Yuan, drawing criticism from opposition parties who claim the ruling DPP has abandoned its pledge to abolish the institution. The DPP stated they are open to abolishing the Control Yuan through constitutional amendment but noted the high threshold for such changes.
Labor Treasurer Jim Chalmers highlighted Shadow Treasurer Tim Wilson's own 2020 book, 'The New Social Contract,' which advocates for taxing labor and capital income equally and criticizes preferential tax treatment for established interests, aligning with Labor's proposed budget changes on capital gains tax and negative gearing.
MEP Ilaria Salis proposed abolishing Italy's Republic Day military parade, citing militarism and war. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni strongly condemned the suggestion, calling it shameful and a disrespect to uniformed personnel, emphasizing the parade's role in celebrating national identity and state defense.
Italy begins celebrations for Republic Day, marking 80 years since the 1946 referendum that abolished the monarchy. Events include opening Quirinale gardens to vulnerable populations, a solemn changing of the guard, and a concert for accredited mission heads.
Labour plans to cut primary school sport funding in England, replacing a £320m annual grant with a £193m "sport partnerships network" for all schools. Critics fear a 40% cut, while the DfE claims additional capital funding and transition payments will mitigate the impact.
Labour's plan to scrap the £320m primary school PE and sports premium and replace it with a £193m sport partnerships network has been met with scepticism by school leaders, who warn of a 40% cut in funding and lack of clarity.
Russia and China have issued a joint statement condemning unilateral coercive, punitive, and protectionist measures that violate international law and the sovereign equality of states. The statement calls for the abolition of such illegal actions.
Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay has demanded the scrapping of NEET-based medical admissions after the cancellation of the 2026 exam due to a paper leak, advocating for a return to Class 12 marks for state seat allocation.
A surge of legislative proposals in the US targets the H-1B visa program, proposing significant restrictions and even abolition. While some measures aim to protect American jobs, experts warn against blunt policies. The article suggests reforms like Australia's skilled occupation list and Canada's points-based system could offer better solutions for attracting global talent.
The Berlin youth wing of the Social Democratic Party has suggested abolishing marriage in favor of cohabiting partnerships Read Full Article at RT.com
Brenton Tarrant avait été condamné en août 2020 à la prison à vie sans possibilité de libération conditionnelle, la sentence la plus lourde jamais prononcée en Nouvelle-Zélande depuis l’abolition de la peine de mort.
Housing minister Matthew Pennycook has said outright abolition of the leasehold system in England and Wales would be 'almost certainly impossible', rejecting claims the government is rowing back on Labour's election promises. In a speech at the Institute for Government, he said the government would 'dismantle' the system by making it easier for leaseholders to convert to commonhold, but acknowledged the process would take time. The draft bill would ban new leasehold flats and cap ground rents at £250 annually.
Housing minister Matthew Pennycook has said outright and immediate abolition of the leasehold system in England and Wales would be 'almost certainly impossible', rejecting accusations the government is dragging its feet on reform. The government will instead 'dismantle' the system before the next election by making it easier for leaseholders to convert to commonhold ownership, banning new leasehold flats and capping ground rents at £250 a year. Critics including the Green Party and campaign group Free Leaseholders have accused Labour of rowing back on election promises.
Pope Leo has urged for the global abolition of the death penalty, asserting that human life is sacred from conception to natural death and that dignity is not lost even after the commission of serious crimes.
Former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called for the abolition of National Insurance to counter AI's impact on jobs, suggesting the tax be replaced with corporate profit taxes. Speaking as an adviser to Anthropic and Microsoft, Sunak acknowledged concerns from graduates seeking entry-level positions in law, accountancy and creative sectors. He also revealed concerns about Anthropic's Mythos AI tool, which outperformed humans in hacking and cybersecurity tasks.
