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‘It’s not right to go’: The artists who refused to perform at the Qatar World Cup

The winter world cup has caused some controversy this year due to Qatar’s outdated legislation on human rights

The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2022

Iran star insists it is "honour" to play for Iranian women amid protests back home

Human rights activists estimate 15,800 people have been detained and 341 killed in the protests in Iran and until recently women couldn't enter stadiums to watch games

Daily Mirror · Nov 18, 2022

The Guide #61: Five shows to watch if you want to avoid the Qatar World Cup

In this week’s newsletter: Can’t stand the corruption or human rights abuses? Simply don’t like the game? Consult our list of what to watch instead

The Guardian - UK · Nov 18, 2022

UN Calls to Investigate Hunger Strike of 70 Libyan Inmates

Several human rights groups and families of inmates said that around 70 inmates at Mitiga Central Prison in Tripoli have been on a hunger strike for around a month in objection to the ill-treatment. Some family members told Asharq Al-Awsat that they have been banned from visiting their relatives at…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 18, 2022

Imprisoned Russian activist honored with human rights award

An imprisoned Russian opposition activist who was honored by a human rights advocacy group dedicated his award to the thousands of people who have been arrested or detained in Russia for protesting President Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine

The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2022

New Zealand's Ardern says she will bring up rights, tensions with China

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said she will broach concerns about China's human rights record and geostrategic tension when she meets its president on Friday.

Reuters · Nov 18, 2022

City of London ‘concerned about Bill of Rights’ impact on businesses’

The Bill of Rights will return to Parliament ‘sooner rather than later’, with a date still to be officially confirmed.

The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2022

Australia facing questions at the UN about 'horrific' issues and 'significant concerns'

The United Nations grills Australia over its treatment of people in youth and immigration detention, describing the over-representation of Aboriginal people in detention as "horrific".

ABC News · Nov 17, 2022

Gareth Southgate says England are ‘not going to duck questions on human rights’

Leicester midfielder James Maddison was the first player to face the media and was asked about LGBTQ+ rights.

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2022

Explainer: Why is the Qatar FIFA World Cup so controversial?

The 2022 men’s FIFA World Cup, starting on Monday, promises to add to Qatar’s status as the Middle East’s sporting hub.

The New Daily · Nov 17, 2022