Peruvian farmer Saul Luciano Lliuya is suing German energy giant RWE over the threat to his home from a mountain lake overflowing with glacier meltwater. Lliuya is using a German property law to seek compensation for the cost of building a dyke to protect his home and the city of Huaraz. This landmark climate lawsuit is the first of nearly 50 similar cases around the world and could set a legal precedent for holding companies accountable for their role in climate change. RWE denies legal responsibility, arguing that climate change is a global issue that should be addressed through government policy, not in court.
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Trans people banned from toilets of gender they identify with, says UK minister | Transgender
A UK government minister has announced a ban on trans individuals using restrooms that align with their gender identity, following a Supreme Court ruling that defines "woman" and "sex" as referring only to biological categories. The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) stated that this ruling implies trans women cannot access women's facilities, raising concerns about safety and discrimination. Critics, including trans rights advocates and political leaders, argue that this policy could lead to enforcement...
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