Rate of US babies born prematurely has grown 12%, analysis says Report adds to evidence of a maternal and infant health crisis, which experts expect will be exacerbated by abortion bans The Guardian - US · Jan 31, 2024
Doctors should not report women to police for suspected illegal abortions Letter: There are strict rules about confidentiality and it is reassuring that the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists has reminded medics of this essential duty to their patients, writes Wendy Savage The Guardian - UK · Jan 30, 2024
Can abortion travel bans be enforced? It's not clear if abortion travel bans are constitutional or not. For now, they are mostly used as intimidation Salon · Jan 30, 2024
France Takes Steps to Recognize Woman's Right to Abortion France's National Assembly considers a bill to constitutionalize a woman's right to abortion, inspired by recent developments in the United States. Top News · Jan 30, 2024
Pennsylvania case challenging ban on Medicaid abortions back in court Supreme court rules lower court must hear case arguing decades-old law barring coverage for procedure should be overturned The Guardian - US · Jan 30, 2024
Pennsylvania high court revives a case challenging Medicaid limits for abortions The court's 3-2 decision overturns a decision to dismiss the case and puts aside a 1985 state Supreme Court decision that upheld a law banning the use of state Medicaid dollars for abortion. WEKU · Jan 29, 2024
Abortion rights are Biden’s most powerful re-election issue. He should act like it Abortion is a crucial issue in this election – and a powerful motivator for voters. Yet the president is still tiptoeing around it The Guardian - US · Jan 29, 2024
Abortion Rates Surge: 12% Increase Post Dobbs Decision This content discusses the responsibility of the Democratic Party to nominate a president who prioritizes important issues such as border security, economy... Top News · Jan 29, 2024
Tennessee Woman Running for Office to Fight Abortion Restrictions In this interview, Allie Phillips, a candidate for a Tennessee state house seat, shares her personal experience with Tennessee's strict abortion laws and e... Top News · Jan 28, 2024
Republican Legislators Attempt to Undermine Voters' Abortion Rights Initiatives Legislative efforts in Missouri and Mississippi aim to restrict voters' say on abortion rights, sparking concerns about democratic processes and underminin... Top News · Jan 28, 2024
Emmanuel Macron is playing a dangerous game with abortion rights in France The president is flirting with the pro-natalist far right even as parliament debates whether to enshrine pro-choice laws, says Cécile Simmons of the Institute for Strategic Dialogue (ISD) The Guardian - UK · Jan 28, 2024
House Democratic candidates make abortion access top focus of '24 campaigns Democrats are targeting seats with first-term GOP incumbents in states where access to abortion rights could resonate with swing voters. WEKU · Jan 28, 2024
Texas Teen Birthrates Rose for the First Time in 15 Years, Hispanic Teens Lead The Charts Following strict restrictions, fertility rates rose in the state for the first time in 15 years, largely affecting Hispanic teens Latin Times · Jan 28, 2024
If anyone can get the US government to take deepfake porn seriously, it’s Swifties Their collective anger over AI-generated sexually explicit images of Taylor Swift may help spur changes to federal law when it comes to deepfake porn The Guardian - US · Jan 27, 2024
The Guardian - UK · Jan 27, 2024 Abortion investigations causing women ‘life-changing harm’, says UK expert Women losing ‘everything’ after being accused of illegal abortion in England and Wales, even if not charged, says Dr Jonathan Lord
USAFacts · Jan 26, 2024 How many abortions occur in the US? In 2021, there was roughly one abortion for every five newborn children in the US.
The Guardian - US · Jan 26, 2024 Biden hopes abortion will keep him in the White House. But has he done enough to protect rights? The president has made big promises and held the line against legal challenges, but activists say he could be doing more
Salon · Jan 26, 2024 Abortion exceptions "have no meaning" A new report estimates 65,000 pregnancies by rape in abortion-ban states, underscoring the fallacy of these laws
WEKU · Jan 25, 2024 Up First briefing: Boeing faces production caps, Haley bets on South Carolina The FAA laid out a plan for Boeing 737 Max 9 jets to resume flying, but also hit the company with production caps. Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley pins her presidential hopes on her home state.
The Guardian - US · Jan 25, 2024 Nearly 65,000 US rape victims could not get an abortion in their state, analysis shows Researchers estimated likely number of rape-related pregnancies in 14 states with near-total abortion bans since Dobbs ruling
The Guardian - US · Jan 25, 2024 US elected officials avoiding topics of abortion and gun control over fear of threats Brennan Center survey finds tens of thousands steering clear of hot-button issues – and some considering quitting public life
Roll Call · Jan 25, 2024 GOP pivots on abortion stance as 2024 nears - Roll Call Republicans have struggled to find a post-Roe abortion message that can win over both evangelicals and swing voters.
Top News · Jan 24, 2024 Biden co-chair addresses protests on abortion, Israel support intensity Former Congressman Cedric Richmond discusses how President Biden handles protests, emphasizing the importance of free speech and diverse coalition building.
Latin Times · Jan 24, 2024 Hispanic Lawmaker from Florida Introduces Bill to Ban Abortion in Practically All Circumstances HB 1519 would only allow abortions in cases where the mother's life is in danger; it would also charge doctors who conduct them
The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2024 France debates plan to enshrine abortion as constitutional right Impetus for change was US supreme court overturning Roe v Wade, while Germany passes law banning harassment of women at abortion clinics