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Female lawmakers in the European Parliament can now delegate their votes before and after childbirth, ensuring new mothers don't lose their voice while caring for newborns. The measure passed with overwhelming support, though efforts to extend it to fathers fell short.
The European Parliament voted overwhelmingly to define rape as sex without consent across all 27 member nations. After decades of disagreement, 447 lawmakers backed the "only yes means yes" standard that could transform how assault cases are prosecuted.
The European Parliament voted overwhelmingly to define rape as any sex without consent across all EU countries. The move could help millions of survivors by shifting from outdated laws that require proof of physical force.
The European Union's highest court struck down Hungary's anti-LGBTQ legislation in what advocates are calling the bloc's largest human rights victory ever. Sixteen member states, the European Commission, and the European Parliament united to challenge the discriminatory law.
The European Parliament just took a historic stand against AI-generated fake nudes, voting overwhelmingly to ban apps that create explicit images without consent. It's a major win for protecting women and children from digital abuse.
The European Parliament just approved its first-ever plan to tackle soaring housing costs that have pushed homeownership out of reach for millions of young Europeans. The plan focuses on building more homes, mobilizing investments, and providing immediate support to citizens struggling with rent and mortgages.
European Parliament officials are putting privacy first by blocking AI chatbots on work devices. The move shows how protecting sensitive information can take priority over convenience.
The European Parliament just locked in a legally binding target to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040, marking one of the most ambitious climate commitments ever made by a major economic power. This milestone bridges the gap between the EU's 2030 and 2050 climate goals, showing how policy can create a clear roadmap toward a cleaner future.
European Parliament approved an ambitious new climate target requiring the EU to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 90% within 16 years. The historic vote marks a major step forward in Europe's journey to climate neutrality by 2050.