US Supreme Court appears split on gay marriage
The US Supreme Court appeared dividedon whether same-sex couples have a constitutional right to wed, as it weighs a potentially historic decision.
Right to be forgotten discussed in Kazakhstan's Majilis
The so-called 'right to be forgotten', which allows individuals to have information, videos or photographs that infringe on their privacy deleted from Internet records, was discussed by Kazakhstan's Majilis.
French MPs mull new spy laws in wake of attacks
More than three months after Islamist attacks in Paris that killed 17, French MPs will debate controversial new laws allowing spies to hoover up data from suspected jihadists.
Greek parliament adopts anti-poverty law despite EU row
The Greek parliament overwhelmingly adopted a "humanitarian crisis" bill to help its poorest people, ignoring apparent pressure from the European Union to halt the legislation.
19 March 2015
Kazakh Senate passes anti-gay draft law
Kazakhstan's Senate has approved a draft law protecting children from harmful information. One of its provisions bans 'promotion of non-traditional sexual orientation'.
23 February 2015
Kazakhstan may restrict Russian imports: media
Media reports suggest that Kazakhstan may resort to restricting Russian imports due to the pressure its domestic market from the significantly cheaper products offered by its Northern neighbour.
US to appoint gay rights envoy: official
The United States will appoint an openly gay official as a special envoy to promote the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people overseas.
Obama says hacks show need for cybersecurity law
President Barack Obama said the hacking of Sony and the Pentagon Central Command's Twitter feed highlight the urgent need to pass new cybersecurity laws.