petition
Coverage of petition in the Nexus archive.
- Actor Tiny Tom moves anticipatory bail in case registered on Ansiba Hassan’s petition
Actor Tiny Tom has moved for anticipatory bail in a case registered on Ansiba Hassan’s petition. The petition is expected to come up for admission before the court on July 10.
- Sony faces backlash over plan to end physical PlayStation discs
Sony announced plans to phase out physical PlayStation game discs by 2028, prompting backlash from users who signed a petition opposing the move. Critics argue digital-only formats remove consumer ownership rights and threaten jobs in physical media distribution, while Sony claims the shift aligns with growing consumer preference for digital media.
- Fact check: No petition against migrant national team players
A claim that fans launched a petition to ban 'African' and 'Muslim' players from Germany's national team after their World Cup exit is false. DW initially reported on the story, but no such petition exists.
- Lakeview petition demands action on men charged with repeatedly attacking women on street
A Lakeview petition is demanding action against men charged with repeatedly attacking women on the street. One of the men named in the petition was observed walking in the area while ABC7 was reporting there.
- Inside the surreal UK parliament debate on pro-Israel influence dominated by lobby group members
The UK parliament debated a petition calling for a public inquiry into pro-Israel influence on politics and democracy, which received over 118,000 signatures. The debate featured Conservative and Labour MPs from pro-Israel groups labeling the petition antisemitic, while a minority raised unanswered questions about lobbying and transparency. A government minister stated the government does not support a public inquiry focused solely on pro-Israeli influence.
- British parliament to debate Israeli influence on UK politics: What we know
The British parliament is set to debate the influence of Israeli lobbies on UK politics following a petition that raised concerns about their impact.
- Stop Killing Games fails to secure EU law despite 1.3M signatures
The petition 'Stop Killing Games' failed to secure EU law despite gathering 1.3 million signatures. The article references the petition's lack of success in influencing legislative action.
- This Middle Tennessee county has no data center regulations. Officials are working to change that
Wilson County, Tennessee, currently lacks regulations for data centers, prompting officials to propose zoning amendments requiring impact studies and utility provider approvals. The push follows backlash against a proposed data center near the Nashville Zoo, which includes a 40-megawatt facility and a power substation. Commissioners expressed mixed opinions, with some advocating for proactive measures and others questioning the extent of necessary restrictions.
- Petition filed against law critics say ‘politicizes’ police investigations agency
A petition has been filed against a new law that grants the justice minister control over the Department for Internal Police Investigations. Critics argue this undermines the agency's independence and grants the minister excessive influence over police investigations.
- Over 160K sign petition opposing data center next to Nashville Zoo; mayor weighs in
Over 160,000 people signed a petition opposing a data center larger than a football field proposed near the Nashville Zoo. The potential development has raised concerns among Nashville residents and zoo officials about its impact on the area.
- Distraught school pupils liken A-level maths paper to a 'war crime' as more than 19,000 sign petition stating it was too hard
Distraught school pupils likened an A-level maths paper to a 'war crime' due to its difficulty, with over 19,000 signatures on a petition. The petition claims the exam was excessively challenging.
- Thousands sign petition against cuts to tech support for disabled students in England
The UK Department for Education (DfE) plans to cut funding for assistive software under the Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA), citing widely available free tools. Over 9,000 people have signed a petition opposing the cuts, with disability campaigners urging the government to halt the proposal.
- California coffee chain reinstates policy on Pride flags after swift backlash
A San Francisco-based coffee chain, Philz Coffee, reversed its decision to remove Pride flags from stores after significant backlash. CEO Mahesh Sadarangani apologized, acknowledging the Pride flag as a symbol of safety and belonging. A worker-initiated petition with over 7,300 signatures contributed to the policy reversal.