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1. Scottish man jailed in landmark domestic abuse case ⚖️
A man in Scotland has been jailed for eight years after being found guilty of culpable homicide over the death of his estranged wife, Kimberly Milne, following prolonged domestic abuse.
Lee Milne, 40, was convicted after prosecutors argued that his sustained physical and psychological abuse was a significant factor in Kimberly’s death. The case is thought to be the first in Britain in which a jury has convicted an abusive partner of homicide in these circumstances.
The court heard Milne had isolated Kimberly from her family, controlled her finances, repeatedly assaulted her, and breached bail conditions to meet her on the night she died. Prosecutors said the case shows the deadly seriousness of coercive and controlling behaviour.
If you’ve been affected by domestic abuse, support is available via Scotland’s Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline on 0800 027 1234. For emotional support, you can also contact Samaritans on 116 123 or Breathing Space on 0800 83 85 87.
Source: The Guardian
2. One in five boys know someone “dating” an AI chatbot 🤖
A new UK survey suggests AI chatbots are becoming a bigger part of teenage boys’ emotional and social lives — and, in some cases, replacing real-world connection.
Research from Male Allies UK, based on responses from more than 1,000 boys aged 12 to 16, found that one in five knew someone their age who was in a relationship with an AI chatbot. More than a third said they preferred talking to chatbots over family and friends, while 26% said they valued the attention and connection these tools offered over real-life relationships.
Campaigners say the findings raise concerns about isolation, unrealistic ideas of intimacy, and the ways AI can reinforce harmful behaviours. The same research also found that some boys were using AI to generate sexual images of people they knew, underlining growing worries about how these technologies are shaping relationships, consent, and behaviour.
Source: HuffPost UK
3. Stalking offences surge in England and Wales 📱
The number of stalking offences recorded by police has increased significantly in England and Wales over the last 10 years.
According to an analysis by the Liberal Democrats of House of Commons Library data, in 2025 police recorded 135,000 offences – 10 years ago there were just under 3,000.
Experts say this increase is concerning and may also be linked to new forms of abuse, but it is also likely to reflect improved awareness and greater recognition.
Source: The Guardian
4. Midwives to receive anti-racism training 🤰
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has launched a new education programme to tackle racism within maternity services.
Supported by the Government and the Royal College of Midwives, the NMC wants universities delivering midwifery education to make anti-racism “more explicit in their curricula”, describing racism in maternity care as a “national emergency”.
The programme is expected to be launched next year.
Compared with white women, Black and Asian mothers are more likely to die during pregnancy and during and after childbirth, and their babies are more likely to be stillborn.
Source: The Independent
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5. New series uses erotic content to explain the climate crisis 👙
A new web series is trying an unusual route into climate communication: combining short environmental explainers with erotic content. Headline Newds, backed by Adam McKay’s non-profit Yellow Dot Studios, features performers including OnlyFans creators and actor Megan Prescott breaking down climate issues while undressing on camera.
The idea is to use provocation to grab attention and reach audiences who might otherwise scroll past climate content. Episodes cover topics such as solar energy, fossil fuel finance and oil industry misinformation, and are being distributed on Instagram, YouTube and OnlyFans.
Source: The Guardian
6. Global midwifery and gynaecology bodies back comprehensive abortion care 🌍
The International Confederation of Midwives (ICM) and the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) have released a joint statement stressing that comprehensive abortion care (CAC) is an essential health service.
Citing the WHO’s guidelines, the organisations describe comprehensive abortion care as ensuring women can make informed choices about their bodies and pregnancies, and supporting them with appropriate information and care.
They also call on obstetricians and gynaecologists (OB-GYNs) and midwives to provide comprehensive abortion care by prioritising policies supported by global evidence and recommendations; promoting rights-based care and addressing stigma and discrimination; as well as advocating for the decriminalisation of abortion.
Source: International Confederation of Midwives
7. Trans parents and their children hugely affected by anti-trans policies in the US🏳️⚧️
A new report published by the Williams Institute has revealed the impact of Trump administration policies on transgender and non-binary parents and their children.
Anxiety, fear, and concerns about the safety and stability of their parents and family are the most common effects expressed by children and cited by the 108 transgender and non-binary parents interviewed for the report.
Of those surveyed, 56 per cent reported that their children had developed new worries and anxieties; 66 per cent said their children are now more worried; 87 per cent said they had made at least one change to protect their children’s safety; and 39 per cent said they had limited the visibility of their gender identity and family.
Source: The Williams Institute
8. Kenya’s new HIV prevention jab rollout risks leaving out the hardest-hit communities 💉
Kenya has become one of the first countries to begin rolling out lenacapavir, a long-acting HIV prevention injection that scientists have described as one of the most promising advances in HIV prevention in years. But charities warn the first phase is not yet reaching some of the communities most affected by the virus.
In Kibera, one of Nairobi’s largest informal settlements, local health organisations say residents have been excluded from the initial rollout despite high HIV rates. While the drug is being offered free at selected sites for now, travel costs, limited clinic access and uncertainty over future pricing could still put it out of reach for many people.
Source: The Independent
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