Donderdag 18 juni 2026 — Editie #18
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Italy Limits School Sex Education: What the New Law Means

Italy passed a law requiring parental consent for sex education in schools.

Here is what changes and how critics and supporters react. Italy has passed a new law that limits sex education in primary and lower secondary schools. Parents must now give written consent before their child can join lessons about sexuality, gender or relationships. The law was approved by the Chamber of Deputies in late May 2026. It is one of the strictest rules of its kind in Western Europe. The law was proposed by the right-wing coalition of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. It is supported by her party Fratelli d'Italia, Lega and Forza Italia. Education Minister Giuseppe Valditara called it a victory for parental…

International · Editorial · June 14
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Italy Limits School Sex Education: What the New Law Means

Italy passed a law requiring parental consent for sex education in schools. Critics warn of impact on LGBTQ+ students. Italy has passed a…

International · Editorial · June 14
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Japan High Court: Gender Change Without Surgery Now Possible

A Japanese High Court ruled that transgender people can change their legal gender without sterilisation surgery. What does this mean? The…

International · Editorial · June 7
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Japan High Court Allows Gender Change Without Surgery

Japan's High Court ruled that transgender people can change their legal gender without surgery. What does this mean in practice? Japan's…

International · Editorial · June 7
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Japan Supreme Court to Rule on Same-Sex Marriage Ban

Japan's top court will decide if the ban on same-sex marriage breaks the constitution. The ruling could change family law across the…

International · Editorial · May 31
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Italian Court Recognises Three Legal Parents for First Time

A court in Bari has registered three parents for one child. The ruling could change Italian family law for same-sex families. A court in…

International · Editorial · May 24
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US Court Battle Over Trans Children's Medical Records Explained

Families sue to stop the Trump administration from getting medical records of transgender children. What is the legal basis? Several…

International · Editorial · May 10