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You decide β is Texasβ new law banning abortion unconstitutional?
A law in Texas banning abortions from as early as six weeks into pregnancy will come into effect from today. It is being regarded as one of the most restrictive laws in the United States. Named the βHeartbeat Actβ, the newly introduced law has set out to ban abortions from the moment a foetal heartbeat can be detected. Anti-abortion campaigners have used the existence of a βfoetal heartbeatβ to support the...
Gen-Z and Millennials more likely to consider a childless future
An internet search on global births reveals close to 1 billion articles about declining fertility rates. Why are young people so apprehensive about becoming parents? Millennials and Gen-Z have borne the brunt of criticism for delaying many of their major life milestones, but no subject is as closely studied as their decision about when to start a family. Itβs a known fact that birth rates have been declining for years, but...
Berlinβs university canteens will be nearly meat-free from October
The cityβs four universities will swap traditional meat dishes for whole grains, seeds, and vegetables in response to student concerns over climate change. Β Β As the conversation around climate protection continues to advance, vegan and vegetarian diets have been pinpointed as the simplest way to reduce our individual carbon footprint. Here at Thred, we know that young people are leaders in pushing for sustainable practices around the world - and students...
You decide – is the βNevermindβ lawsuit about exploitation or money?
The child star on one of the worldβs most famous album covers is suing for irreparable damages. Are the claims genuine or a 'get rich quick' scheme? Spencer Elden, the four-month-old baby featured on the cover of Nirvanaβs 1991 Nevermind album, is suing the band for alleged sexual exploitation. US law typically doesnβt consider non-sexualised images of children as child pornography, but Eldenβs lawyer suggests the image of a baby floating...
You decide – should violent incels be considered terrorists?
The UKβs deadliest mass shooting since 2010 has sparked a debate about whether participation in violent incel culture should be regarded as a form of terrorism. Two weeks ago, a gunman named Jake Davison open fired in Plymouth, killing five people - including his own mother and a 3-year-old girl - before turning the weapon on himself. Looking for a motive, police searched the shooterβs home, finding evidence on his computer...
Musicians are taking a stance against posthumous albums
Could we begin to see more musicians following two artistsβ decision to block album releases after their death? Last week, Lana Del Rey shared a photo of Anderson .Paakβs newest tattoo, which states that none of his demos should be released as an album in the event of his death. Lana stated that her coinciding wish will be placed in her will, making the request a legal requirement. This may sound a...
Opinion β UK government is not taking climate change seriously
The World Wildlife Foundation found a major government discrepancy using its new βbudget tagging toolβ which measures the impact of policy decisions on the environment. A spring budget report has revealed that the UK government is spending more on activity that increases greenhouse gas emissions than the amount it has allocated for tackling climate change. Dated March 2021, the statement showed that only Β£145 million of the governmentβs budget was assigned...
Yayoi Kusama pumpkin worth $3 million washed out to sea
One of Japanβs most iconic pieces of modern art was badly damaged after being swept out to sea by a strong storm. You might think you donβt know who Yayoi Kusama is, but chances are youβve seen one of the Japanese artistsβ pieces online or even in person. At 90 years old, Yayoi is one of the most in demand artists of her generation, creating installations which are both unique and...
Airline swaps traditional uniform for tailored suits and sneakers
SkyUp is ditching tight skirts and heels for a modern, comfortable uniform. The design incorporates subtle details that signal tradition. Have you ever boarded a long-haul flight in a full tracksuit, only to be attended to by a perfectly manicured flight crew in tight skirts and high heels? The uniform feels somewhat outdated in an era where people are experimenting with oversized styles for cosy, lived in aesthetics - and casual...
Cosmetic animal testing could return to the UK
A policy which banned animal testing for cosmetic products in 1998 could be reversed to verify the safety of popular ingredients in makeup and skincare. Animal testing has been considered a controversial practice since the 1960s. While it is generally accepted in global scientific research for the purpose of developing prescription medicine, using live creatures to test the safety of beauty products is largely viewed as unethical. For that reason, more than...
