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The TelegraphTransgender rapist Isla Bryson’s mother says ‘no wigs, dresses or make-up makes you female’
The mother of trangender rapist Isla Bryson has said wearing wigs, dresses and make-up do not make a person a woman, insisting only biology can.
- Business Insider
Here's the state of the last uncalled House race and why it's important
Democrat Adam Gray currently has 105,083 votes, compared to 104,856 votes for Republican John Duarte, according to the California Secretary of State.
- Associated Press
Democrat Jamie Raskin is running for top Judiciary post in bid to counter Trump
Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland announced Monday that he will run to become the top Democrat on the powerful House Judiciary Committee next year, directly challenging fellow Democratic Rep. Jerry Nadler as the party prepares to fight a second Trump administration and an emboldened Republican majority. "House Democrats must stand in the breach to defend the principles and institutions of constitutional democracy," Raskin wrote in a letter to colleagues. Raskin said in the letter — obtained by The Associated Press — that he decided to run for the post after spending the week consulting with House Democrats and “engaging in serious introspection” about where the party is following their stunning electoral defeat last month that handed Republicans control of Congress and the White House.
- Associated Press
Recess appointments could put Trump at odds with conservatives on the Supreme Court
Republicans will control the White House and both houses of Congress come January. Trump and his Republican allies are talking about going around the Senate and using temporary recess appointments, which last no more than two years. Invoking that authority could result in a fight that lands at the Supreme Court.
- The Independent
MTG was mocked for weather-control claims. Now Florida has a new bill to ban ‘weather modification’
State senator who introduced legislation has repeated shared posts on X referencing chemtrails conspiracy theory
- The Telegraph
Assisted dying patients could pay to die, suggests Pat McFadden
Assisted dying patients could pay to die, Pat McFadden has suggested amid concerns about the cost of the scheme to the NHS and taxpayers.
- The Hill
Social Security reforms face uncertain future in Senate
A House-passed bill to reform aspects of Social Security is lingering in the Senate as questions bubble up over its path forward. The House approved the bill — which would do away with rules backers say have led to unfair reductions in benefits for some who have worked in public service — by a wide…
- The Hill
Johnson rips Hunter Biden pardon, saying trust in justice system damaged
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Monday slammed President Biden for his decision to pardon his son Hunter, calling the move an abuse of the justice system. “President Biden insisted many times he would never pardon his own son for his serious crimes,” Johnson posted on X on Monday morning. “But last night he suddenly granted…
- Associated Press
North Carolina Republicans close in on enacting bill that weakens incoming Democratic governor
North Carolina legislative Republicans moved closer Monday to enacting a measure that would erode the powers of the incoming governor and other Democratic officials, and also placing on the ballot constitutional amendments that could buttress GOP voting and tax policies. Along party lines, the GOP-dominated state Senate voted successfully to override Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper's veto of a bill that in part would weaken Gov.-elect Josh Stein, the next attorney general in Jeff Jackson and other Democrats also elected in November as lieutenant governor and schools superintendent.
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A new Belgium law gives sex workers contracts, benefits and safety protection
Starting Sunday, sex workers in Belgium will be able to sign formal employment contracts and gain labor rights on par with those in other professions in a legal breakthrough some call a “revolution." The new law also establishes fundamental rights for sex workers including the right to refuse clients, choose their practices and stop an act at any moment. “This is an incredible step forward,” said Isabelle Jaramillo, coordinator of Espace P, an advocacy group involved in drafting the legislation.
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Costs of assisted dying could be among questions at next stage, says minister
A historic vote on Friday means assisted dying could be legalised in England and Wales.
- The Independent
Don’t worry about Gregg Wallace – he’s already eyeing up his next career move
COMMENT: The disgraced ‘MasterChef’ judge is clearly gearing up to follow in the tried and tested footsteps of many problematic men before him, writes Helen Coffey
- People
Sofía Vergara Poses Topless and Shares Sexy Bikini Snaps from Colombian Holiday Vacation with Her Family
The actress shared photos of herself posing in a sexy black bikini as she and her family spent Thanksgiving in Colombia
- People
Queen Camilla Cancels Major Appearance as Palace Issues Health Update
The Queen is changing her plans for the incoming state visit
- HuffPost UK
Blow For Rachel Reeves As CBI Unveils Brutal Prediction For UK Economy After Budget
It's not exactly in line with Labour's pledge to be "pro-growth" and "pro-business".
- Women's Health UK
'I was unfit and overweight, until I turned 70 and started strength training'
Joan MacDonald is now 78 and in the best shape of her life. She took up strength training aged 70, and hasn't looked back. This is her story.
- Associated Press
Trump demands immediate release of Oct. 7 hostages, says otherwise there will be 'HELL TO PAY'
President-elect Donald Trump is demanding the immediate release of Israeli hostages still being held in Gaza, saying that if they are not freed before he is sworn into office for a second term there will be “HELL TO PAY." “Please let this TRUTH serve to represent that if the hostages are not released prior to January 20, 2025, the date that I proudly assume Office as President of the United States, there will be ALL HELL TO PAY in the Middle East, and for those in charge who perpetrated these atrocities against Humanity," Trump wrote in a post on his Truth Social site. It was not immediately clear whether Trump was threatening to directly involve the U.S. military in Israel’s ongoing campaign against Hamas in Gaza.
- The Telegraph
Chester FC fan accused of making racist monkey gesture found dead a day later
A Chester Football Club fan who was accused of making a racist monkey gesture towards a black player has been found dead hours after being reported to police.
- OK! Magazine
Pete Wicks shares emotional message about Maura Higgins - as she opens up about romance on I'm A Celeb
The pair were seen kissing in a London hotel in August - now Maura has opened up about her romance before I'm A Celeb
- BuzzFeed
I Was Fired With A 3-Year-Old Daughter At Home. 20 Years Later, My Boss Explained Why.
"I couldn’t wrap my brain around how she could be so heartless and cruel — and frankly, I never forgot it."