At 78 years old, Donald John Trump is the oldest man to be inaugurated to the office of President of the United States. He is also only the second man to achieve…
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The rate of medical assistance in dying (MAiD) in Canada increased for the fifth consecutive year, with 15,300 people opting for euthanasia in 2023, accounting for 4.7% of all deaths – marking…
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The UK government has announced an indefinite ban on puberty blockers for under-18s after advice from experts raised concerns about safety and insufficient evidence on their benefits.
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Terminally ill pensioners may feel pressured to end their lives early to spare loved ones hefty tax bills, experts warn. Current rules allow pensions to pass tax-free if the holder dies before…
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MPs have voted 330 to 275 in support of the assisted suicide Bill – a majority of 55.
Assisted Suicide
Ontario’s chief coroner, Dr Dirk Huyer, has reported 428 cases of doctors and nurses breaching guidelines on assisted suicide since 2018.
Assisted Suicide
UK Supreme Court judges are considering a landmark case concerning the definition of a woman under the Equality Act.
Transgender
Legalising assisted suicide would fundamentally alter the value our society ascribes to human life, CARE's CEO has warned, as MPs prepare to debate a Bill to legalise the practice.
Assisted Suicide
The UK government has announced new restrictions on online slot betting, capping spins at £5 for those 25 and over, and £2 for 18–24-year-olds.
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Dr Philip Nitschke, the controversial creator of the Sarco suicide pod, has pledged to introduce the device to the UK if assisted suicide laws are passed.
Assisted Suicide
CARE's CEO has signed a joint letter against assisted suicide with leaders of different faith groups.
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