The trial of Sophie Harvey, accused of illegally procuring an abortion, collapsed due to significant reporting errors by the BBC. Judge Ian Lawrie criticized the BBC for ‘appalling and sloppy’ coverage that misrepresented key aspects of the case. Harvey and…
An anti-abortion group urges the UK government to halt the postal distribution of abortion medication following the sentencing of Stuart Worby, who poisoned a pregnant woman with abortion pills. The British Pregnancy Advisory Service defends the accessibility of safe abortion…
An anti-abortion group has pushed for an end to the postal distribution of abortion medication after Stuart Worby was convicted for poisoning a woman with pills. Right To Life UK argues the postal service, introduced during the pandemic, should be…
A significant proposal to amend abortion laws in Germany is gaining traction as 327 members of the Bundestag support it. The initiative aims to legalize abortions up to 12 weeks, shifting them from the penal code to the Pregnancy Conflict…
The Spanish Senate becomes a platform for far-right ideologies as it hosts a conference organized by the Network for Values, advocating against abortion, feminism, and same-sex marriage. The event, featuring notable international speakers, faces criticism from various political factions and…
Hundreds gathered in Washington, D.C., on November 9 for a Women’s March rally just days after Donald Trump’s election victory. Participants expressed anger and fear regarding potential threats to women’s rights, particularly surrounding abortion access. Tamika Middleton, director of Women’s…
In Georgia, a conservative law has prevented an abortion rights referendum from coinciding with the presidential election, raising concerns among women about their reproductive rights. Following the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision overturning federal protections, Georgia enforces strict abortion regulations, allowing…
The recent U.S. elections saw Donald Trump securing a second term as president, but significant decisions were also made in Congress and through state referenda. Voters determined the balance of power in both the House of Representatives and the Senate,…
The Netherlands saw a significant increase in abortions in 2023, with a 10% rise compared to 2022, reaching a total of 39,332 procedures. This follows a previous 15% increase from 2021 to 2022. The majority of abortions occurred within the…
In the recent US elections, many states voted in favor of abortion rights, but Florida marked a notable defeat for advocates. While Maryland, Colorado, and New York secured constitutional protections for abortion, Florida’s measure fell short, obtaining only 57% of…
In Florida, a citizen-led referendum aiming to restore abortion rights failed to secure enough votes during the recent general elections. The proposal sought to extend the abortion limit to viability, approximately 24 weeks, from the current six weeks. It required…
A proposed measure to restore abortion rights in Florida appears set to fail, with early results showing only 57% support, below the required 60% threshold. This ballot initiative aimed to allow abortions until about 24 weeks but faced strong opposition…
