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LGBTQ+ advocacy group records 2023 as ‘most damaging and destructive’ year

Human Rights Campaign recorded the introduction of 550 bills last year, with more than half targeting LGBTQ+ youth

The Guardian - US · Jan 30, 2024

Former Peruvian Intelligence Chief Pleads Guilty in 1992 Massacre

Former Peruvian intelligence chief, Vladimiro Montesinos, pleads guilty to charges in the 1992 massacre of six farmers, seeking reduced sentence.

From Germany to Israel, it’s ‘the will of the people’ v the rule of law. Which will win?

In liberal democracies, populists are setting two core principles at odds – and putting freedom and human rights in danger, says Paul Taylor of the Friends of Europe thinktank

The Guardian - UK · Jan 30, 2024

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Hong Kong’s article 23: what is the new national security law and what will it mean for human rights?

The city’s chief executive, John Lee, announced a public consultation period after claiming advocates of independence are ‘still lurking in our society’

The Guardian - AU · Jan 30, 2024

NHRC notice to Telangana government over media reports of lady police officers dragging girl student by hair

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) sent notice to the Telangana government over media reports of lady police officials dragging a girl student by her hair in the Ranga Reddy district. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jan 29, 2024

Why do America’s liberal hawks attack Russia while giving Israel a free pass?

Liberal hawks like Michael McFaul, Max Boot and Anne Applebaum are quick to denounce Russian aggression but ignore Israeli crimes

The Guardian - US · Jan 29, 2024

Larry was paid $4.20 an hour in Australia. It’s not enough to live on – but it’s completely legal

People with intellectual disability are getting hourly wages that don’t even cover their bus trips to work. Advocates believe it’s time for a radical overhaul

The Guardian - AU · Jan 27, 2024

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‘Well-camouflaged dictatorship’: Rwandans fear for safety while dirty tricks campaign undermines critics

Kagame’s government targeted journalists who uncovered killings, disappearances and torture linked to the regime

The Guardian - UK · Jan 27, 2024

The ICJ ruling could implicate the US in war crimes. Will Biden finally rein in Israel?

Biden’s unqualified support for Israel has exposed the US to potential complicity in genocide and global condemnation

The Guardian - US · Jan 27, 2024

ICJ ruling in Gaza genocide case renews calls to end Israel arms transfers

Advocates urge countries to suspend arms sales to Israel after top UN court says risk of genocide in Gaza plausible.

Al Jazeera · Jan 27, 2024

‘Can’t stop’: US teen’s family seeks elusive justice in West Bank killing

US has been accused of failing to hold Israel accountable for the killings of its citizens, despite mounting pressure.

Al Jazeera · Jan 27, 2024

Data privacy: top VPN helps journalists and activists to stay safe online

ExpressVPN Digital Security Resource Library seeks to train journalists and activists to fight back against online threats. Here's all you need to know.

TechRadar · Jan 26, 2024

EU and UN Express Regret Over Alabama's First Nitrogen Execution

The European Union and the U.N. Human Rights Office express regret over the first use of nitrogen gas in an execution in Alabama, stating that the death pe...

Female Political Prisoners in Iran Launch Hunger Strike to Protest Executions

Learn about the ongoing hunger strike by female political prisoners in Iran, protesting the execution of a fellow prisoner and the human rights abuses in t...

Unethical and illegal issues in fishing

"Canada is falling behind in addressing labor abuse and sustainability in seafood supply chains"

International Business Times · Jan 25, 2024

Europe Court Says UK Has 'Clear Obligation' On Rwanda Rulings

The top judge on the European Court of Human Rights said Thursday that the United Kingdom had a legal obligation to implement any rulings the court issues blocking deportations of migrants to Rwanda.

Texas Observer · Jan 25, 2024

Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws in Texas May Violate Human Rights Treaties

Four nonprofits are urging the United Nations to pressure the federal government to protect LGBTQ+ residents of Texas.

The Guardian - UK · Jan 25, 2024

Rwanda flights: Britain reminded of obligation to obey ECHR orders

Court chief’s warning comes as government faces claims Rwandan homes for asylum seekers have been sold

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The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2024

The Trump revival will force Starmer to acknowledge the sheer folly of Brexit

It’s hard to imagine the vindictive despot and the former human rights lawyer enjoying a ‘special relationship’, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr

The Guardian - UK · Jan 23, 2024

China’s human rights record criticised at UN as it faces rare scrutiny of policies

UK, US and others use universal periodic review to speak out over Xinjiang, Tibet and Hong Kong

Al Jazeera · Jan 23, 2024

Global split evident as China’s human rights record faces UN scrutiny

Western states slammed Beijing’s actions in Xinjiang and Hong Kong, but others said they saw progress.

Al Jazeera · Jan 23, 2024

Iran executes 2022 protester for murder

Human rights advocates criticise Mohammad Ghobadlou’s conviction, saying he did not get a fair trial.

The Hindu · Jan 22, 2024

KSHRC to hold sitting in Mysuru from Jan. 30 to Feb. 2

The Karnataka State Human Rights Commission will hold a sitting in Mysuru to address complaints of human rights violations.

The Guardian - UK · Jan 21, 2024

Gaza activist tells of beating and abuse in Israeli detention

Human rights worker Ayman Lubbad is among the Palestinian prisoners claiming abuse in Israeli custody, where six have died

The Guardian - AU · Jan 20, 2024

Assaults, isolation and deprivation: what life is like at Cairns watch house for children and staff

Exclusive: Rare photo and staff testimonies paint bleak picture of Queensland lockup where situation is said to have reached ‘a tipping point’

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