Abortion
Feminist activist and journalist Gloria Steinem dies at 92
Steinem "passed away peacefully at her home in New York City, surrounded by some of the many who loved her," according to the statement.
Israel abortion application rates decline, with nearly all requests gaining approval, CBS reports
FDA launches safety study of abortion pill Mifepristone with White House approval
The UN can't afford another appeaser: Why Michelle Bachelet must not lead - opinion
Kentucky judge dismisses Jewish mothers’ lawsuit challenging state abortion ban
Plaintiffs Lisa Sobel, Jessica Kalb and Sarah Baron argued in their lawsuit, filed in 2022, that Kentucky’s abortion law created obstacles to in-vitro fertilization.
Missouri judge rejects suit by interfaith clergy, including rabbis, that challenged abortion ban
A Missouri judge upheld the state's abortion ban, rejecting an interfaith clergy group's lawsuit. The clergy argued the ban violated church-state separation, but the judge disagreed.
UAE announces new regulations on abortion access
New regulation calls for the establishment of committees to evaluate abortion requests on a case-by-case basis.
Is destroying frozen embryos permitted in Jewish law?
Halacha only allows for abortion for therapeutic reasons, with decisors greatly divided over the scope of justifying rationales.
60% of US Catholics say abortion should be legal, reflecting political divides within the Church
The survey also uncovered notable demographic shifts and regional variations within the US Catholic community.
An Indiana court ruled that Jews have a religious liberty right to abortion. Here’s why it matters.
The ruling presents a persuasive case for other state courts to follow, potentially opening the door for Jews — and others with similar religious commitments — to secure abortions.
Trump says leaning toward 15-week national abortion ban
Trump said he backed exceptions to a ban on abortion when it involved rape, incest, or saving the life of the mother, which he said the vast majority of Republicans support.
‘Politicians in robes’: How a sharp right turn has endangered trust in the US Supreme Court
US Supreme Court's polarization post-Dobbs ruling raises concerns, eroding trust in its neutrality and independence.
What does Jewish law say about objecting to medical procedures?
May a Jew perform or participate in a procedure that goes against his or her religious beliefs?
Missouri accuses Planned Parenthood of 'trafficking' minors to get abortions
The lawsuit cites undercover footage released by the conservative Project Veritas showing a Planned Parenthood Great Plains employee offer to arrange an abortion for a 13-year-old in Kansas.
