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Why is J.K. Rowling daring police to arrest her?

The Harry Potter author has dared police to arrest her, while prime minister Rishi Sunak has seemingly backed Rowling’s views that the Scottish hate crime law changes could threaten free speech.

The Cube

Fact-check: Does the EU decide 80% of our laws?

Is it true 80% of our laws are determined by the European Union? With the European elections approaching, we’re going to be debunking common myths surrounding the EU and its institutions.

Earth News

EU to introduce 10-year prison sentences for environmental crimes

Countries will have two years to put the updated directive, which covers crimes 'comparable to ecocide', into national law.

Earth News

Spain bans short-haul flights where you can take a train

It isn’t yet known how many flights will actually be impacted by restrictions.

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Greece

Greek parliament approves legalisation of same-sex civil marriage

Greek legislators passed a law to legalise same-sex marriage, positioning Greece as the first Orthodox Christian nation to do so.

Earth News

Selling dog meat will soon be illegal in South Korea

Some dog farmers plan to challenge the upcoming ban on production and sales of dog meat.

France

France anti-racism rally marks 40th anniversary of 1983 Equality March

Forty years ago, French citizens of North African descent marched, from Marseille to Paris between the 15th of October and the 3rd of December, to denounce discrimination and racism.

Travel News

How will a new law reduce the impact of airport strikes in France?

The new legislation should improve flight services throughout Europe.

Culture news

Chapter TayTay: The university courses embracing celebrity culture

Courses on A-list celebrities are captivating undergraduate and graduate students across the US and Europe.

Climate

MEPs and EU countries reach deal on key biodiversity bill

The key piece of legislation on nature restoration and biodiversity had stumbled over the issue of agriculture.

Travel News

Seville proposes ban on ‘obscene’ behaviour of stag and hen parties

The mayor confirmed that those who do not abide by the rules would face a fine.

Spain

Spain has overhauled animal welfare laws. Here's what's new

From abandonment and mandatory training courses to a licence to fly, see what pet owners will and won't be able to do in Spain from now on.

Earth News

Young activists take 'condescending' EU governments to court today

The historic climate case is due to begin today at the European Court of Human Rights.

Moments

UK passes new law to clamp down on ‘cruel’ animal tourism abroad

Campaigners have welcomed the change saying it is a "massive step forward" for the protection of animals used in tourism.

Travel News

Qantas accused of selling flights that had already been cancelled

Australia's consumer watchdog has called for record fine against Qantas over cancelled flights.

Travel News

What do airlines owe you for flight delays and cancellations?

Here's how to make sure you get your money back from airlines if your flight is cancelled - even if the problems were not their fault.

Italy

Who should save migrants at sea?

The number of migrants arriving on Italy's shores has more than doubled this year, forcing the government to ask for help from the very NGOs it has tried to stop.

Germany

German Cabinet approves landmark bill to liberalise cannabis use

While the bill still needs to be passed by parliament, the decision is seen as a first step towards Germany legalising marijuana.

Earth News

Major win: Young climate activists score historic victory in US court

Young environmental activists have prevailed in a first-of-its-kind climate change trial in Montana.

Earth News

Europe faces ‘green backlash’ as cost of living crisis bites

What is ‘greenlash’? Here's how right-wing parties are using the cost of living crisis to roll back green policies.

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