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Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
18 hours ago

Oscar-nominated 'The Devil Is Busy' looks at women's reproductive rights

An Oscar-nominated documentary short titled 'The Devil Is Busy' follows a clinic employee named Tracy who supports women seeking reproductive healthcare amid persistent protests at an Atlanta women's health center.
US politics
fromJezebel
22 hours ago

Ken Paxton Wants to Implement Texas' Abortion Ban...in Europe

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing international abortion providers for mailing abortion medication to Texas residents, continuing his pattern of failed legal attempts to enforce the state's abortion ban.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

March 8: What's happening in France on International Women's Day

France hosts multiple events on March 8th to celebrate International Women's Day and advocate for gender equality, reproductive rights, and protection from violence against women.
Books
fromJezebel
3 days ago

Cross Ballerina Farm with 'Rosemary's Baby' and You Get the New Novel 'Trad Wife'

Saratoga Schaefer's novel reimagines forced pregnancy horror by having the protagonist actually birth and parent demon spawn, subverting traditional tropes while exploring reproductive autonomy through a supernatural lens.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Jailed for losing a pregnancy: how progress on El Salvador's harsh anti-abortion law is unravelling

El Salvador's absolute abortion ban criminalizes women experiencing miscarriages and obstetric emergencies, resulting in arrests and sentences up to 50 years for aggravated homicide charges.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

US moving pregnant immigrant girls to Texas to avoid providing abortions, critics say

Unaccompanied pregnant immigrant children, many impregnated by rape, are being consolidated in a Texas facility where abortion access is severely restricted, constituting a human rights violation.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Bills Classifying Abortion as Homicide Fizzle; Dems Move to Fortify Shield Laws

Republican lawmakers have repeatedly proposed bills to criminally prosecute women for obtaining abortions since Roe v. Wade's overturn, though these measures consistently fail to advance despite support from abortion abolitionist groups.
Women
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

A Woman's Sterilization Surgery Was Canceled In Pre-Op By The Hospital's Religious Ethics Committee

A Tennessee hospital cancelled a woman's sterilization surgery in pre-op, citing religious ethics concerns about protecting her fertility, despite her informed consent and prior medical clearance.
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Tennessee Hospital Denies Woman Sterilization Surgery, Citing Duty to "Sacred Fertility"

Since I was young, I've never wanted kids, and I've wanted to pursue sterilization since I learned that that was something that a person could do. I've tried a lot of different options for birth control. None of them have worked for me.
Healthcare
#independent-journalism
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Nothing is off the table' in response to Trump tariff threats, Downing Street says

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
UK politics
#journalism-funding
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Suspected rapist leaves country after being accidentally set free weeks before trial

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
UK news
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

EMB 2230 Mainstream schools to receive extra funding to support Send children

Government pledges £4bn to mainstream schools for SEND support, funding targeted interventions, adaptive teaching and specialist 'experts at hand' services.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Reform accused of direct attack on settled families' with new migration plan

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

NYC sees 12,000 flights delayed as nor'easter expected to bring 18 inches of snow

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
US news
#journalism
US politics
fromJezebel
1 week ago

Woman Gets $100,000 from Nevada After They Put Her Behind Bars for a Miscarriage

Nevada paid $100,000 after arresting, convicting, and imprisoning Patience Rousseau for a 2018 stillbirth under a 1911 manslaughter law.
#reform-uk
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
UK politics

What Reform UK's senior figures really think about women and families

Reform UK leaders express socially conservative positions on women, marriage, abortion, fertility, and propose policies that could reduce legal protections for women and families.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Reform by-election candidate described Farage's economic plans as utterly toxic'

Reform UK proposes tax and spending cuts despite low public support; candidate Matt Goodwin faces backlash for comments on fertility and taxing the childless.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Charles Bronson releases letter from prison ahead of parole hearing

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Playgrounds would become crack dens' if Greens were in power, policing minister says

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground.
UK politics
#media-funding
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Supreme Court ruling on Trump's tariffs will not bring Europe relief, experts say

Trump retains legal pathways to impose tariffs despite a Supreme Court ruling, while The Independent seeks donations to fund on‑the‑ground, paywall‑free journalism covering key issues.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

If you think Westminster is a boys' club, why not join ours?

Independent reporting covers major US and UK issues, funds on-the-ground journalism with reader support, maintains free access, and provides insider political analysis via a new podcast.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Jamal Edwards' mum opens up on his death: I'm trying to carry on his legacy'

Brenda Edwards opened the Jamal Edwards Self Belief Creative Community Hub in west London to honor her son and support young people through his trust.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Sharper than expected fall in net migration will add 3bn to UK's borrowing'

Plummeting UK net migration will increase government borrowing by about £3 billion and reduce tax revenues due to fewer working-age migrants.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Starmer to pursue Chagos Islands deal despite Trump calling it a big mistake'

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Starmer warned UK faces 1936 moment' as ex-defence chiefs urge spending boost

Britain's armed forces face severe degradation from chronic underfunding, prompting calls from former defence leaders to raise defence spending to 5% of GDP.
#investigative-journalism
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Terrifying moment massive avalanche smothers crowd of fleeing skiers in Italian Alps

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
France news
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Avalanches, deaths and a train crash: Why Europe's mountains are dangerous right now

Europe's mountains have experienced a surge in deadly avalanches this season, causing numerous fatalities and prompting severe weather and avalanche warnings.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Suspect named in murder of man who staggered into pub with stab wounds

Siavosh Mohammad-Khani, 34, is wanted for the murder of Dariusz Serafin, who died from knife wounds in Hanwell on February 10; a reward was offered.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Prince William says it has taken long time to understand my emotions'

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
UK news
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Met Police searching for prisoner who escaped custody for second time in a week

21-year-old prisoner Daniel Boakye escaped from Lewisham hospital while awaiting deportation to Ghana; police are searching for him after a prior absconding.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

March 2026 payment dates for benefits and pensions plus cost of living support

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Who are the candidates running in the Gorton and Denton by-election?

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
UK politics
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

India hosts a high-stakes AI summit in New Delhi, drawing 20 leaders and top tech CEOs

Donations sustain on-the-ground, paywall-free journalism while India hosts an AI summit highlighting global AI influence, regulatory challenges, and ambitions to become an AI power.
Europe news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

2 years on, Navalny's death still casts a shadow over Russia and wider Europe

Alexei Navalny's 2024 death in a Russian Arctic penal colony remains contentious, fueling investigations, mourning, and political repercussions within Russia and internationally.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Detective sues force over tainted' probe on ex-partner's alleged affair

Former detective Andrew Fearon sues North Wales Police, alleging mishandling of a colleague’s affair cost his mental health and career.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

No online platform gets free pass' when it comes to child safety, says Starmer

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
World news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Baroness Cass claims children have been weaponised' in gender debate

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
LGBT
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Four new astronauts arrive at the International Space Station to replace NASA's evacuated crew

SpaceX delivered the U.S., French and Russian astronauts a day after launching them from Cape Canaveral. Last month's medical evacuation was NASA's first in 65 years of human spaceflight. One of four astronauts launched by SpaceX last summer suffered what officials described as a serious health issue, prompting their hasty return. That left only three crew members to keep the place running one American and two Russians prompting NASA to pause spacewalks and trim research.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Keir Starmer to deploy UK warships to the Arctic following Trump's Greenland threats

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
World news
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