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New York to charge fossil fuel companies for damage from climate change
2 weeks ago

New York to charge fossil fuel companies for damage from climate change

India Today  

ALBANY, N.Y: Large fossil fuel companies would have to pay fees to help New York fight the effects of climate change under a bill signed Thursday by Gov. The new law requires companies responsible for substantial greenhouse gas emissions to pay into a state fund for infrastructure projects meant to repair or avoid future damage from climate change. “The Climate …

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Judge hears case over Montana rule blocking trans residents from changing sex on birth certificate
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Judge hears case over Montana rule blocking trans residents from changing sex on birth certificate

Associated Press  

— A state judge in Montana heard arguments Thursday over policies that block transgender people from changing the sex designation on their birth certificates and driver’s licenses. One rule in the state blocks transgender people born in Montana from changing the sex designation on their birth certificate. Another policy prevents transgender residents from changing the sex on their driver’s licenses …

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In new term, Trump set to go after measures that are doing the most to fight climate change
2 months ago

In new term, Trump set to go after measures that are doing the most to fight climate change

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The election of Donald Trump as president for a second time and the Republican takeback of the U.S. Senate could undo many of the national climate policies that are most reducing planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions, according to climate solutions experts. Trump, by contrast, has summed up his energy policy as “drill, baby, drill” and pledged to dismantle what …

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Push for law change after man brought wolf he hit with snowmobile into a bar
3 months, 1 week ago

Push for law change after man brought wolf he hit with snowmobile into a bar

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Outrage over how a …

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Outrage over California law BANNING parents from finding out when kids transition at school
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Outrage over California law BANNING parents from finding out when kids transition at school

Daily Mail  

Advocates say some LGBTQ+ students need protection from their own parents Parents and activists have reacted furiously to a California law to help students change sex at school without their parents knowing about it, with one calling the Democrat-backed legislation a 'five alarm fire.' Gov Gavin Newsom on Monday signed the first-in-the nation law, which blocks public school districts from …

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As new criminal laws in India take effect from July 1, legal community braces for change
6 months, 1 week ago

As new criminal laws in India take effect from July 1, legal community braces for change

The Hindu  

Starting July 1, three new criminal laws will come into effect, reshaping the legal landscape in India by replacing the British-era criminal laws. These new criminal laws which take effect from July 1, 2024 replace the earlier criminal laws — the Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, and the Indian Evidence Act. “Unfortunately, by way of these, the Central …

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TV meteorologist blasts Florida’s new climate law
7 months, 2 weeks ago

TV meteorologist blasts Florida’s new climate law

CNN  

CNN — As vast parts of Florida sweltered in oppressive heat over the weekend, South Florida TV meteorologist Steve MacLaughlin criticized the state’s new legislation that deleted most references to climate change from state law, and urged his viewers to vote. “The entire world is looking to Florida to lead in climate change,” NBC 6’s MacLaughlin said during a May …

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Bombay HC directs organisers to change Ram Navami rallies route outside mosques
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Bombay HC directs organisers to change Ram Navami rallies route outside mosques

Op India  

The Bombay High Court on April 15 emphasised to the police the importance of maintaining law and order during the upcoming Ram Navami rally in the Malad-Malwani area, which is home to a significant Muslim population. The bench of Justices Revati Mohite Dere and Manjusha Deshpande noted this concern after it was raised that the organizers of the Ram Navami …

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German parliament to vote on making it easier for people to legally change their name and gender
8 months, 4 weeks ago

German parliament to vote on making it easier for people to legally change their name and gender

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy German lawmakers are expected to …

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Nashville DA seeks change after suspect released from jail is accused of shooting college student
1 year, 2 months ago

Nashville DA seeks change after suspect released from jail is accused of shooting college student

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Nashville district attorney called on Wednesday for the Tennessee legislature to make it easier to commit someone to a mental institution after a man who was previously released for incompetence to stand trial was accused of shooting an 18-year-old college student in the head. Four months later, Taylor was arrested in a grocery store parking lot …

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California raises minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour
1 year, 3 months ago

California raises minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour

Salon  

According to a new report from the Associated Press, California will raise the minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour. Prior to the increase, California already boasted one of the highest minimum wages in the U.S. at $15.50 per hour. The current wage oftentimes puts the bulk of fast food workers below the poverty line level of …

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Kansas officials are no longer required to change trans people’s birth certificates, judge says
1 year, 4 months ago

Kansas officials are no longer required to change trans people’s birth certificates, judge says

Associated Press  

TOPEKA, Kan. — A federal judge ruled Thursday that Kansas officials are no longer required to change transgender people’s birth certificates so the documents reflect their gender identities, a loss for those who fought for that ability and leaves questions on how the state will respond. Gonzalez-Pagan said he believes the state agency could continue changing genders on birth certificates …

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Local Zoning Rules On Wind And Solar Are Spreading: Study
1 year, 5 months ago

Local Zoning Rules On Wind And Solar Are Spreading: Study

Huff Post  

An Engie employee looks out toward the wind turbines during a tour for the dedication of the Limestone Wind Project in Dawson, Texas, on Feb. 28. “We redid the study and we were pretty surprised at how much they grew,” said Anthony Lopez, a senior researcher at NREL’s Strategic Energy Analysis Center and the paper’s lead author. But “they’re mostly …

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IMA Demands Change in Law to Protect Doctors on Duty
1 year, 5 months ago

IMA Demands Change in Law to Protect Doctors on Duty

Deccan Chronicle  

ANANTAPUR: Indian Medical Association state president Dr. Ravi Krishna demanded that the state government make changes in the law meant for protection of doctors on duty. But Dr. Ravi Krishna said the existing law does not provide for serious action against relatives of patients who attack doctors and hospitals. The IMA state president said state government should modify the act …

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Landmark law saved whales through marine industries change
1 year, 8 months ago

Landmark law saved whales through marine industries change

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Maine — On a breezy spring day, scientists and conservationists methodically conducted experiments near 15 North Atlantic right whales that occasionally spouted and surfaced in a bay south of Boston. “The goal of my research is to protect animals, right whales, humpback whales.” Numerous whale species are protected under the Endangered Species Act, including the blue, fin and sperm …

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Muslim women’s forum demands change in personal law
1 year, 9 months ago

Muslim women’s forum demands change in personal law

The Hindu  

The Forum for Muslim Women’s Gender Justice has demanded the State and Central governments consider gender inequality and violation of constitutional rights of Muslim women in the Indian Muslim Personal Law and support the rights of Muslim women in connection with the Special Leave Petition that has already been filed in the Supreme Court in 2016. ‘Uyirppu 2023’, a State-level …

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Explained: What MCC changing wording of law governing run out at non-striker's end means?
1 year, 11 months ago

Explained: What MCC changing wording of law governing run out at non-striker's end means?

Firstpost  

The protector of cricket laws Marylebone Cricket Club made a change in the wording of Law 38 which directs rules around running out a batter at the non-striker’s end. Law 38.3.1 If the non-striker is out of his/her ground at any time from the moment the ball comes into play until the instant when the bowler would normally have been …

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Dutch constitution amended to anchor disability, LGBT rights in law
1 year, 11 months ago

Dutch constitution amended to anchor disability, LGBT rights in law

Dutch News  

Dutch senators on Tuesday voted in favour of including an explicit ban on discrimination on the grounds of disability or sexual orientation in the constitution – 12 years after the change was first mooted. Alterations to the Dutch constitution require votes in two separate cabinet and upper house periods and the second vote must involve a two-thirds majority. Article 1 …

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Dutch constitution amended to anchor disability, LGBT rights in law
1 year, 11 months ago

Dutch constitution amended to anchor disability, LGBT rights in law

Dutch News  

Dutch senators on Tuesday voted in favour of including an explicit ban on discrimination on the grounds of disability or sexual orientation in the constitution – 12 years after the change was first mooted. Alterations to the Dutch constitution require votes in two separate cabinet and upper house periods and the second vote must involve a two-thirds majority. Article 1 …

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Gender self-determination to be granted in Spain, Scotland
2 years ago

Gender self-determination to be granted in Spain, Scotland

The Independent  

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Spain’s legislators approve gender self-identification reforms
2 years ago

Spain’s legislators approve gender self-identification reforms

Al Jazeera  

If passed into law, the reforms would allow those over 16 years of age to change their legally registered gender with greater ease. Spain’s lower house of parliament has passed a law allowing people over the age of 16 to change their legally registered gender without any medical supervision, putting the country on track to become one of the first …

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Colorado county moves to change local gun control laws
2 years, 6 months ago

Colorado county moves to change local gun control laws

Associated Press  

DENVER — Over a year after Colorado was rocked by a shooting that left 10 people dead in a King Soopers supermarket, one county is proposing gun control ordinances that include raising the minimum age to purchase firearms and prohibiting the sale of assault weapons. “It’s all too prevalent.” The restrictions go far beyond state and federal gun regulations and …

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Should pets be allowed on planes? Change in Australian law prompts fierce debate
2 years, 8 months ago

Should pets be allowed on planes? Change in Australian law prompts fierce debate

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Civil Aviation Safety Authorities’ rules changed in December, technically allowing passengers to bring pets into aircraft cabins - though …

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Elon Musk is a 'passive' 9.2% shareholder in Twitter. What this means
2 years, 9 months ago

Elon Musk is a 'passive' 9.2% shareholder in Twitter. What this means

Hindustan Times  

When Elon Musk disclosed his stake in Twitter Inc., he had a choice. Shareholders who intend to remain “passive” -- those who don’t seek to influence or change control of a company -- file a shorter form with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, called a 13G. “One has to ask the question: Is Elon Musk really going to be …

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