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Is India's Gay Marriage Ban About to Be Overturned?

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Summary: The Supreme Court of India is currently considering legalizing gay marriage , a move that could have a transformative impact on LGBTQ rights in the country. Despite progress in LGBTQ rights , many gay individuals in India still face discrimination , especially in rural areas. The potential legalization of gay marriage is met with hope by those seeking greater acceptance and inclusion within society. However, opposition from religious and conservative groups, as well as the government's stance, present significant challenges to the legalization process. The clash between personal laws and traditional attitudes ...

Is Ulez a War on Motorists?

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Summary: There is a perceived conflict between Ulez measures and motorists . Car enthusiasts feel emotionally attached to their vehicles. Expansion of Ulez raises concerns about its impact on rural areas . There feels like there's a little bit of a war on motorists going on right now. People are in anguish about hav...

Northern mayors call for TransPennine to be removed as 20,000 trains cancelled | 5 News

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Northern mayors call for TransPennine to be removed as 20,000 trains cancelled | 5 News Whether coming or going by rail in Newcastle today, Plenty had something to say about. Rail services in the north of England. But it's no laughing matter when you're facing delays and cancellations or multiple changes. I come from Hull and it's bad enough to get a train from Hull to here. But having stopped at Leeds as well, I thought there would have been a direct train. The cross-country isn't very prompt. There's a turn-up on time, you've cancelled, you're not going to. I'm so tired of train turmoil, the mayor of West Yorkshire in Newcastle for a transport for the North Conference. She and other Northern mayors demanding more investment for rail in the region. How was your journey here? Well, certainly from Slout where I live in Huddersfield, the train was cance...