ABORTION BATTLES
US presidential debate: Biden 'like a Palestinian' in exchange on Israel, says Donald Trump
During a presidential debate at CNN headquarters, Donald Trump accused US President Joe Biden of siding with Palestinians by allegedly refusing to help Israel "finish the job" against Hamas. Trump claimed Biden has become like a weak Palestinian. Biden defended his economic record and criticized Trump, but struggled with his delivery. The debate highlighted their stark differences on issues like abortion, the economy, and foreign policy.
Trump and Biden do battle in first US presidential debate
Joe Biden and Donald Trump are set for a crucial presidential debate, kicking off a heated campaign season in the US. With the country still divided over the 2020 election chaos, this debate holds special significance, being one of only two this cycle. Trump aims to highlight Biden's age, while Biden seeks to portray Trump as unfit for office. The debate format will include muted microphones to maintain order, but both candidates are expected to go on the offensive, hoping for viral moments.
How abortion could impact the 2024 US presidential elections
Abortion-related legal battles persist, influencing the 2024 presidential race, with Republicans navigating conflicting positions and Democrats emphasizing it as a pivotal issue. The outcome remains uncertain, with economic concerns possibly overshadowing abortion in voters' priorities.
Ohio's contentious battle over reproductive rights and the controversy surrounding 'partial-birth abortions'
Ohio is currently engaged in a heated debate over reproductive rights, with the term "partial-birth abortion" taking center stage. Opponents of a constitutional amendment vote scheduled for November 7 are expressing concerns about the amendment's implications, using the term to argue against it. However, it is important to clarify that "partial-birth abortion" is a colloquial term for a medical procedure known as dilation and extraction (D&X), which is already banned in the United States.
Christina Aguilera opens up about Britney Spears' upcoming memoir and their shared history
Christina Aguilera responded to the speculation about being mentioned in Britney Spears' upcoming memoir, "The Woman in Me." Aguilera expressed uncertainty about being included but emphasized her hope for positivity and harmony. Despite their perceived rivalry in the past, Aguilera has publicly supported Spears, especially during her conservatorship battle in 2021. The memoir, set for release on October 24, is expected to provide an intimate insight into Spears' life and career, narrated by Michelle Williams for the audiobook version. It promises to showcase the power of music and a woman sharing her story on her own terms.
From 'Maaveeran' to 'The Great Seduction', stream these 5 global movies before they leave OTT
Are you a movie buff? Tune in to one of these must-watch global movies this week!
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Supreme Court to decide fate of Mifepristone: A deep dive into Texas abortion medication lawsuit
At the center of the Texas medication abortion lawsuit lies mifepristone, a drug developed by Danco Laboratories, embroiled in a contentious legal battle that has the potential to shape the future of abortion access in the United States.
HC judge laments "huge disparity" in legal profession, says only 15 % of practising lawyers are women
The Delhi High Court Judge, Pratibha M Singh, pointed out the huge disparity in gender representation in the legal profession, with only 15% of practicing lawyers being women despite making up more than 50% of students in law schools. She attributed this to the constraints women face at home, with many competent women struggling to find acceptance within matrimony or giving up litigation for corporate practice post-marriage.
Vladimir Putin says the aborted rebellion played into the hands of Russia's enemies
Russian President Vladimir Putin tried to strike a balance between criticising the uprising's perpetrators to prevent another crisis, and not antagonising the bulk of the mercenaries and their hardline supporters, some of whom are incensed at the Kremlin's handling of the situation.
Putin says the aborted rebellion played into the hands of Russia's enemies
Speaking in a stern tone and looking tired in a five-minute TV address near midnight, Putin sought to project stability. He tried to strike a balance between criticizing the uprising's perpetrators to prevent another crisis, and not antagonizing the bulk of the mercenaries and their hardline supporters, some of whom are incensed at the Kremlin's handling of the situation.
Russia seeks calm after aborted mutiny, West sees cracks in Putin's power
Ending their short-lived mutiny, Wagner fighters halted their rapid advance on Moscow, withdrew from the southern Russian city of Rostov and headed back to their bases late on Saturday under a deal that guaranteed their safety. Their commander, Yevgeny Prigozhin, would move to Belarus under the deal mediated by Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko.
One year later, the Supreme Court's abortion decision is both scorned and praised
The Dobbs decision made abortion an unavoidable campaign issue and deepened policy differences between the states. Most Republican-controlled states have imposed bans , including 14 where laws in effect now block most abortions in every stage of pregnancy, with varying exceptions for the life and health of the women and for pregnancies resulting from rape or incest.
The Abortion pill ruling: What's happened, what's at stake, what's next
The Supreme Court ruled to maintain the FDA's approval of mifepristone, a commonly used abortion pill, while an appeal moves forward, in a legal battle that could have wide-ranging consequences for access to abortion and the FDA's regulatory authority over other drugs. The appeals court had imposed significant barriers to access despite allowing the pill to remain on the market, effectively preventing patients from obtaining it by mail, which has made obtaining the medication easier for many patients.
US Supreme Court hits pause on abortion pill ban
The nation's highest court issued an "administrative stay" freezing the rulings until Wednesday to allow for parties to submit their arguments to the tribunal -- scene of the latest battleground in America's war over reproductive rights. The move came after the Justice Department filed an emergency appeal asking the Supreme Court to block the lower court rulings that would have banned or limited access to the drug mifepristone.
US expands access to abortion pills through pharmacies
Retail pharmacies in the United States will be permitted to sell abortion pills, health officials said Tuesday, a move that could significantly expand access to the procedure after last year's landmark Supreme Court ruling that overturned federal abortion rights.
Heidi Crowter, a woman with Down's syndrome, loses appeal against abortion laws in UK
Heidi Crowter, 27, suffering from Down’s Syndrome, fails to win the abortion law challenge in the court of appeal. The case is about permitting abortion up till birth of an offspring with the medical condition.
US President Joe Biden prioritising abortion legislation ahead of midterms
It's the first time Biden has prioritised abortion legislation in this way ahead of the November midterms. Republicans are widely projected to gain control of at least the House. Abortion rights have been a key motivating factor for Democrats this year, although the economy and inflation still rank as chief concern for most voters.
Experts, gender activists welcome SC order on abortion, marital rape
The court ruled that under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, the definition of rape must include marital rape. Experts said this observation should set the tone for later judgments on marital rape which is a different case in the court.
Republican Lindsey Graham seeks ban on abortion after 15 weeks of pregnancy
Tuesday saw the passage of a measure by US Senator Lindsey Graham that would outlaw abortions beyond 15 weeks. She continued by claiming that Republicans in Congress were out to deny millions of women their rights.
Google employees petition bosses for abortion policy changes
Alphabet, which employs over 174,000 people globally, has said that though it sets some standards, it cannot fully dictate policies of outside vendors.
View: In Red v Blue America, guns are shown more mercy than women
A day before sending women back in time, the same conservative majority struck down a 108-year-old New York state law restricting who can carry a 'concealed' gun in public. Again, the people in the state supported the restriction. But no matter. What's another mass shooting among friends? Already at a staggering 246 mass shootings with six months to go, 2022 is set to surpass 2021 with 692 mass shootings.
US Supreme Court overturns Roe, upends 50 years of abortion rights: 5 essential reads on what happens next
It will have far-reaching implications for the social and political future of the states as well as for millions of American women. Here are five articles to help explain the importance of this decision and what to expect next.
View: American women are about to lose their right to get an abortion
Surreal as it is, religious fundamentalists, whether in the US or in Afghanistan, seem to be engaged in a similar project - to control the bodies of women. In the former, they are abetted by the highest court in the land; in the latter, by sheer muscle power, diktat and guns. A primal scream might be in order, but it may not suffice any more.
Abortion rights advocates to march across American streets
The fight has become even more intense since Texas adopted a law on September 1 banning almost all abortions, unleashing a veritable legal guerrilla warfare and a counterattack in Congress, but with few public demonstrations until now.
Battle for West Bengal: Nandigram show of strength before fate of Mamata, Suvendu is sealed
The constituency, with 17 gram panchayats, is divided into two blocks and has more than 27% Muslim population. While the opposition BJP is confident about getting most votes in block 2, Trinamool has put in most efforts into block 1 which also has villages with significant Muslim population in Kendramari, Shashadabad and Mahammadpur.
COVID-19: Srinagar residents make own masks to battle shortage of protective gear
The 30-year-old student, a resident of Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir, was supposed to join the Rabindranath Tagore University, but had to abort his plans due to the COVID-19 emergency. Instead of concentrating on his studies, Malla has chosen to make around 40-50 masks daily and later distributes these free of cost.
Poll battle set to be fierce along Pakistan Border in Punjab
The BJP is on the lookout for a prominent Sikh face for the prestigious Amritsar seat that it had lost to chief minister Amarinder Singh in 2014 Lok Sabha polls.
Pope compares having an abortion to 'hiring a hit man'
POPE-Pope compares having an abortion to 'hiring a hit man'
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