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Out in Perth: New database tracks global progress and decline on LGBTI+ rights

Posted on March 28, 2023 by ResearchBuzz

Out in Perth: New database tracks global progress and decline on LGBTI+ rights. “The ILGA World Database, a platform launched by ILGA World compiling laws, news, and references to human rights bodies and advocacy opportunities with the United Nations related to LGBTI+ people worldwide. The free, interactive, and collaborative platform gives details insights on the state of laws and proposed legislation concerning sexuality, gender identity and expression, and sex characteristics issues in 193 UN member States and 47 non-independent territories.”

The Verge: WhatsApp says it will leave the UK rather than weaken encryption under Online Safety Bill

Posted on March 13, 2023 by ResearchBuzz

The Verge: WhatsApp says it will leave the UK rather than weaken encryption under Online Safety Bill. “The head of WhatsApp says the messaging app will depart the UK if it’s forced to weaken its encryption standards under the country’s upcoming Online Safety Bill.”

University of Sheffield: Toxic Twitter abuse could skew UK wildlife law

Posted on March 11, 2023 by ResearchBuzz

University of Sheffield: Toxic Twitter abuse could skew UK wildlife law. “Scientists from the University of Sheffield and the University of Reading analysed hundreds of tweets about trophy hunting and found that seven per cent were abusive. This is a similar proportion to content on partisan topics on social media platforms known to highlight extreme viewpoints.”

KATU: Bill would allow homeowner to remove racist, discriminatory language from Oregon deeds

Posted on March 10, 2023 by ResearchBuzz

KATU: Bill would allow homeowner to remove racist, discriminatory language from Oregon deeds. “Oregon lawmakers are once again trying to make it easier for homeowners to remove racist language from their housing deeds…. House Bill 3294 directs counties to create an archive where the racist documents will be stored, but they would no longer be visible in the chain of title.”

Columbia Climate School: New Website Tracks Inflation Reduction Act’s Climate Provisions

Posted on March 9, 2023 by ResearchBuzz

Columbia Climate School: New Website Tracks Inflation Reduction Act’s Climate Provisions. “Columbia Law School’s Sabin Center for Climate Change Law and Environmental Defense Fund unveiled a new website today to track implementation of the climate change-related provisions in the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. The website will also provide users with valuable information about the programs, protections, incentives, and tax credits offered through this historic legislation.”