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New bill to ban abortions in America after 15 weeks

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3 years ago

September 14, 2022

A national 15-week abortion ban has now been proposed by U.S. Republican Senator Lindsay Graham

The proposal, dubbed the “Protecting Pain-capable Unborn Children from Late-term Abortions Act” comes despite backlash towards the Supreme Court’s recent overturning of Roe v. Wade.

“America’s got to make some decisions,”
Lindsay Graham, U.S. Senator

New polling shows 57 per cent of Americans disapprove of this decision, with 62 per cent believing abortion should be legal in all or most cases.

Legislative Text of Protecting Pain-Capable Unborn Children from Late-Term Abortions Act.

BILL TEXT:https://t.co/7NA7xDxZOk
— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) September 13, 2022

Graham’s proposal comes just 60 days before the nation’s midterm elections.

The proposed Act has almost no chance of becoming law, even if the Republicans do win back control of the Senate and the House come November.

To oppose this legislation takes you out of the mainstream of the world.

The Democrat desire for abortion on demand up until the moment of birth puts us in a club of seven that includes North Korea and China.
— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) September 13, 2022

Meanwhile, the Democrats will likely use this to fire up their supporter base.

The proposed Act follows a number of Republican states see recent attempts at tightening abortion bans falter.

However, Graham is sticking by his agenda.

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Liberal and Nationals reunite after political split

Australia’s major parties restore Coalition unity after three weeks, with Nationals frontbenchers rejoining shadow cabinet and ministers pledging commitment.

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49 minutes ago

February 9, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Australia’s major parties restore Coalition unity after three weeks, with Nationals frontbenchers rejoining shadow cabinet and ministers pledging commitment.

Australia’s Liberal and National parties have agreed to restore their historic Coalition partnership after a three-week split, marking their second reconciliation in under a year. The deal ensures stability ahead of upcoming political challenges.

Under the agreement, Nationals frontbenchers will return to the shadow cabinet by March 1. This move signals a return to unified leadership as both parties aim to present a stronger front in parliament.

As part of the compromise, three senators who broke party solidarity during a recent vote face a six-week suspension. All shadow ministers will also sign an agreement to uphold cabinet unity and prevent future splits.

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Starmer aide resigns after Mandelson appointment questioned over Epstein links

Morgan McSweeney resigned amid scrutiny of Peter Mandelson’s US ambassadorship; Keir Starmer claims he was misled about Epstein ties.

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56 minutes ago

February 9, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Morgan McSweeney resigned amid scrutiny of Peter Mandelson’s US ambassadorship; Keir Starmer claims he was misled about Epstein ties.

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, has resigned amid scrutiny over Peter Mandelson’s appointment as U.K. ambassador to the U.S. McSweeney accepted responsibility for the controversial decision, calling stepping aside the honourable choice.

Lawmakers raised questions about Mandelson’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein. The Epstein files indicate Mandelson maintained contact with Epstein even after his 2008 conviction, intensifying the controversy surrounding his diplomatic appointment.

Starmer confirmed that Mandelson misled him about the extent of their friendship and pledged to release documents confirming the details. The resignation signals a significant shake-up in Starmer’s team and ongoing political fallout.

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Japan election delivers commanding win for ruling LDP

Japan’s ruling party expected to strengthen majority in Lower House election despite heavy snowfall, says local forecasts.

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1 hour ago

February 9, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Japan’s ruling party expected to strengthen majority in Lower House election despite heavy snowfall, says local forecasts.

Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party is projected to tighten its grip on power following a decisive Lower House election, according to local media forecasts. Early projections suggest the LDP will secure between 274 and 328 seats in the 465-seat chamber, significantly strengthening its parliamentary position.

Together with coalition partner the Japan Innovation Party, the governing bloc is expected to cross the 300-seat mark, with some estimates putting the total as high as 366 seats. Voter turnout remained resilient despite heavy snow across parts of the country, as citizens braved severe weather to cast their ballots.

The election was called by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in January, a move widely viewed as a strategic gamble to capitalise on her strong public approval ratings. The result appears to reinforce her mandate and consolidate political stability in Japan’s national leadership.

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