Transgender Ohioans face uncertain futures under new gender-affirming care restrictions
In Ohio, transgender people face an uncertain future under a new law banning gender-affirming health care for minors and an administrative rule that drastically limits access to health care for adults. . The state's Republican-controlled Legislature on Wednesday overrode Republican Gov. Mike DeWine's veto of House Bill 68, requiring the ban on gender-affirming health care […]
Apple plots fees, restrictions in Europe on downloads outside App Store
Apple is reportedly preparing to impose new fees and restrictions on software downloads outside the App Store, a move that comes as Europe seeks to implement sweeping legislation aimed at boosting technology competition. This could prove to be a “big test'' for the company's efforts. The move is part of the Cupertino, Calif., technology giant's […]
US judge stands firm against New Mexico governor’s firearm restrictions in parks
A U.S. District Court judge has upheld New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham's decision to block some of her public health orders. The blocked order was intended to end the right to carry firearms in many public parks in the Albuquerque area. Judge Keir Riggs denied the governor's request to keep in place a temporary […]
Germany Eases Rules on Gaining Citizenship, Ends Dual Citizenship Restrictions
BERLIN (AP) – German lawmakers on Friday approved a bill that would ease rules on citizenship and remove restrictions on holding dual citizenship. The government claims the plan will facilitate immigrant integration and help attract skilled workers. Parliament voted 382 to 234 in favor of the plan proposed by the social-liberal coalition led by centre-left […]