Turkey under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been witnessing a marked decline in internet freedom, raising alarms among civil liberties advocates and international watchdogs. The Erdogan administration's strategies to curb digital freedoms encompass a range of legislative and regulatory
The recent amendments to Western Australia's Environmental Protection Act are drawing sharp lines between the state government and environmental advocates. While the government touts these changes as a means to expedite industrial projects and reduce bureaucratic delays, critics fear the
In an effort to ensure a secure and orderly election process in Michigan, Attorney General Dana Nessel has released a comprehensive 14-page document detailing specific procedures for law enforcement and election workers. The guidance addresses new voting laws, ballot drop box security, firearm
With a significant shift in France's political landscape, the new right-wing government, led by Prime Minister Michel Barnier, has announced a stringent new immigration law set to be introduced in early 2025. This upcoming legislation signals a major turn in France's approach to
The legislative landscape surrounding LGBTQI rights in New South Wales (NSW), Australia, is experiencing significant changes marked by incremental progress and notable compromises. The recent passage of the Equality Bill, driven by Independent MP Alex Greenwich, highlights both substantial
In Massachusetts, a legal battle is intensifying over the MBTA Communities law, which requires 177 communities to zone for multifamily housing to address the state's severe housing shortage. Passed in 2021 as part of an economic development package, this law aims to mitigate the housing crisis
