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Published on Apr 25, 2025

Thailand-Cambodia Crime Pact Shouldn’t Undermine Human Rights, Says Right Group

Thailand and Cambodia’s new agreement to combat transnational crime must not come at the expense of human rights, Human Rights Watch (HRW) said on 22 April, ahead of a high-profile diplomatic meeting between the two countries in Phnom Penh. During the …

Source: The Laotian Times - Indeterminate
Published on 03:03 GMT

Did JD Vance have a point about free speech in Europe?

Arrests for “hate speech,” buffer-zone violations and non-crime hate incidents in the United Kingdom have gained international attention, especially after Vice President JD Vance’s Munich Security Conference speech in February, where he said that free …

Source: Deseret News - Utah - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 27, 2025

Refugee status for psychologist threatened by guerrilla group

By Gill Bonnett of RNZ Warning: This story discusses sexual violence. A psychologist helping traumatised victims of armed conflicts and drug gangs in Colombia has been granted refugee status in New Zealand after she was threatened by a guerrilla group. Her …

Source: Otago Daily Times - Neutral
Published on Apr 26, 2025

GCC efforts recognised at government forum on combating human trafficking

Kuwait: Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), attended the sixth session of the Government Forum to Combat Trafficking in Persons in the Middle East, held in the State of Kuwait. The event was also attended by …

Source: Gulf Daily News Online - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Executions for drug-related offenses surge in Saudi Arabia since January 2025

Amnesty International expressed deep concern over a dramatic increase in executions for drug-related offenses in Saudi Arabia on Thursday, highlighting the fear and uncertainty faced by dozens of men currently on death row. The organization reported that …

Source: JURIST - Neutral
Published on Apr 24, 2025

Saudi Arabia: Families fear imminent execution of loved ones amid surge in drug-related executions

Dozens of men on death row in Saudi Arabia for drug -related crimes are terrified for their lives amid a dramatic surge in executions for drug offences in the country over recent months, Amnesty International said today, based on information from family …

Source: Amnesty International - Center-left
Published on Apr 24, 2025

Congolese drug dealer wins legal fight to remain in UK after he is released from prison because his son has rare blood ...

A Congolese drug dealer has been allowed to stay in Britain after a string of offences because his son has a rare blood disease. The convicted criminal - who is currently in prison - won his legal fight to remain in the UK as his son has haemophilia. The …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Apr 27, 2025

'Do you want something bad to happen?': Armed men threaten psychologist

A psychologist's husband was asked if he wanted his wife back in a body bag by a Colombian guerrilla group, who wanted her to stop treating victims of armed conflict. In this instance a person died as a result of conflict in the country's Catatumbo …

Source: RNZ - Public Broadcaster
Published on Apr 24, 2025

Qatar participates in "Government Forum to Combat Trafficking in Persons in Middle East" in Kuwait

Kuwait: The State of Qatar participated in the 6th session of the Government Forum to Combat Trafficking in Persons in the Middle East, held Thursday in Kuwait. Minister of Labour and Chairman of Qatar's National Committee for Combating Human …

Source: The Peninsula - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Apr 26, 2025

‘I Was Taken Hostage’: How an American Metal Rocker Landed in Russian Prison

O ne minute, Travis Leake was trying to decide which movie he and his fiancée should watch in his rented apartment on the outskirts of Moscow. The next, he was lying face down on the floor in a small pool of his own blood. On that early June afternoon in …

Source: Rolling Stone - Left-wing
Published on Apr 26, 2025

Paraguay designates IRGC as a terrorist organization

On April 25, 2025, Santiago Peña, the President of Paraguay, announced in a post on X (formerly Twitter) that his country has designated Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization. He emphasized that Paraguay has expanded …

Source: Iran Focus - Left-wing
Published on Apr 26, 2025

9 legal reasons Canada can deny or revoke your stay

Moving to Canada is a goal for many, but remaining in the country requires strict compliance with immigration laws. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), there are specific legal grounds that can render a person inadmissible or …

Source: Business Day - Neutral
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Pakistani begging networks spark global concern as Malaysia becomes new hub

A growing wave of concern is sweeping across Southeast Asia and the Middle East as transnational begging networks, reportedly orchestrated from Pakistan, continue to expand into new territories. Once considered a domestic problem tied to poverty and …

Source: The Star - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Ecuador’s presidential elections 2025

What do deep divisions within Pachakutik, Correísmo’s troubled history with the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and of Nature, and the ongoing demonization of Fernando Villavicencio have to do with ecuador’s recent presidential elections? Linda Etchart …

Source: Latin American Bureau - Left-wing
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Joint Statement: Rights Groups Demand Justice for Unlawful Killing of Two and the Arbitrary Arrest of Dozens of Women in ...

The undersigned organizations express their sincere condolences to the people of Marsa Matrouh governorate in Egypt for unlawful killings during the police pursuit of a suspect. Among the victims were Youssef Sarhani and Farag al-Farazi, relatives of the …

Source: Middle East Democracy Center - Pending
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Peru President: The Government will not allow legal loopholes to be shields for criminals

"Organized crime allows no delays, doubts, or weaknesses," Mrs. Boluarte said as she enacted the law amending Legislative Decree No. 1095, which sets the rules for the use of force by the Armed Forces within national territory. The Head of State …

Source: Andina - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Two-day capacity building training judges/qazis begins at KPJA

- Advertisement - PESHAWAR, Apr 25 (APP):A two-day capacity-building training for judges/qazis on ‘Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants—Acts, Rules, and Legislative Amendments’ commenced at Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Judicial Academy (KPJA) on …

Source: Associated Press of Pakistan - Pending
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Who is George Santos, the lying gay former Republican congressman facing serious prison time?

George Santos, once a symbol of Republican diversity as an out Latine person elected to Congress, is now best known as a serial fabulist — and a convicted felon facing serious prison time. Keep up with the latest in LGBTQ+ news and politics. Sign up for …

Source: The Advocate - Left-wing
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Tradewinds and Beyond: Security and Humanitarian Aid in the Caribbean

Long-standing U.S. Southern Command- (SOUTHCOM) led multinational exercise Tradewinds remains a key component for regional security in the Caribbean, focused on strengthening interagency cooperation to face a wide spectrum of threats, including natural …

Source: Dialogo Magazine - Neutral

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Published on April 27, 2025 - 06:07 GMT

National Human Rights Institution Board of Trustees Holds Its 16th Meeting with Government Representatives in Attendance

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Published on April 28, 2025 - 01:38 GMT

USGrants.org Reports Over $473 Million in Federal Funding Opportunities for Climate Change Research and Science

USGrants.org Reports Over $473 Million in Federal Funding Opportunities for Climate Change Research and Science SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- USGrants.org, an information portal for government grants and funding …

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Published on April 27, 2025 - 17:42 GMT

UN Warns of Gaza Facing Escalating Hunger

(MENAFN) Food supplies have completely run out in the war-ravaged Gaza Strip, worsening the hunger crisis in the Palestinian territory amid Israel’s ongoing destructive military campaign, the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) reported …

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Published on April 27, 2025 - 12:42 GMT

Lee Jae-myung Secures Primary Victory, Eyes S. Korea’s 2025 Presidency

(MENAFN) Lee Jae-myung, former leader of South Korea's Democratic Party, has been chosen as the party's presidential candidate with an overwhelming victory in the primary, securing 89.77% of the vote, the party announced on Sunday. This marks the …

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Published on April 27, 2025 - 12:21 GMT

DM2025: ethics

The final day of DM includes motions on ethics. Motion 127 tabled by Birmingham & Coventry Branch and amended by Disabeld Members’ Council called on the Ethics council to produce guidance and a ‘code of conduct’ that members can follow to ensure fair …

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Published on April 27, 2025 - 09:01 GMT

Message by Prime Minister Robert Golob on the occasion of the Day of Uprising Against Occupation

SLOVENIA, April 27 - On this day, we remember the time when the Slovenian nation fiercely resisted occupation and oppression. This resistance was an act of faith in our own future and proof that a people’s strength lies in presenting a united a bold front. …

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Published on April 26, 2025 - 17:19 GMT

Food Brands Face Scrutiny Over Harsh Work Conditions in Brazil

(MENAFN) Two groups' actions against the "slave-like" treatment of Brazilian coffee laborers could pose challenges for major players in the coffee and fast-food industries, including Starbucks, Nestlé, JDE, Dunkin’, Illy, and McDonald’s. …

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Published on April 26, 2025 - 17:19 GMT

Trump Maintains Firm Stance Regarding China’s Tariffs

(MENAFN) Two groups' actions against the "slave-like" treatment of Brazilian coffee laborers could pose challenges for major players in the coffee and fast-food industries, including Starbucks, Nestlé, JDE, Dunkin’, Illy, and McDonald’s. …

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Published on April 28, 2025 - 01:32 GMT

Coalition Urges Malaysia to Reject Bans, Criticizes WHO’s Stance on Tobacco Alternatives

CAPHRA urges Malaysian authorities to reject counterproductive bans on vaping and adopt risk-proportionate regulations KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates ( …

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Published on April 27, 2025 - 18:55 GMT

Anti-Zionist Jews Protest Israeli minister Ben Gvir in NYC

During the visit of right-wing Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir to NYC, Hundreds of anti-Zionist Jews protested in front of the Israeli consulate. NYC, NY, UNITED STATES, April 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 24, during the visit of right-wing …

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Published on April 27, 2025 - 18:17 GMT

Bishop L . J. Guillory, Chairman of The Compton Public Safety Commission Says: 'I Will Stay and Fight For Compton!'

Bishop L. J. Guillory, a well-respected Ombudsman General & CHAIRMAN of the Compton Public Safety Commission, has announced his plan to Stay and Fight! COMPTON, CA, UNITED STATES, April 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bishop Guillory Stands …

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Published on April 26, 2025 - 23:18 GMT

NEW 'ALBA' UNIVERSITY TO OPEN IN 2026 IN MADAGASCAR

Great result for the humanitarian project of creating a new university, called 'Alba', in Madagascar REGGIO EMILIA, REGGIO EMILIA, ITALY, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new 'Alba' university in Madagascar will be …

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Published on April 26, 2025 - 22:56 GMT

FlightHelp.US Named by USA Today as One of 2025’s Most Innovative Companies to Watch

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FlightHelp.us, a rapidly growing travel disruption compensation platform founded by Irina Ciochiu, has been recognized by USA Today as one of 2025’s most innovative companies …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on April 26, 2025 - 22:50 GMT

German Edition of Landmark Book on Blood Health, Now Available for Preorder

Blood Works: An Owner's Guide German Edition Now Available for Preorder Across DACH Healthcare and Public Sectors ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, April 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The internationally acclaimed book Blood Works: An Owner’s Guide is …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 23:25 GMT

Humanity Over Borders: Russian-Born, American-Led—How One Couple Is Saving Thousands of Lives in Ukraine

In Their 12th Mission This May, the Founders of STAYWITHUKRAINE INC Aim to Hand-Carry Their 6,000th Pound of Life-Saving Trauma Care Supplies on the Front Lines AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world divided …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 21:45 GMT

சேரிகளின் பேராயர் நீதிக்கான குரல் - போப்பரசர் பிரான்சிஸ் அவர்களின் மாற்றம்தரும் போப்பாட்சி - நாடுகடந்த தமிழீழ அரசாங்கம்

ஏழைகளுக்கு உதவுவது பற்றிப் பேசியவர் மட்டுமல்ல, எளிய வாழ்க்கைமுறைக்கு எடுத்துக்காட்டாகவும் திகழ்ந்தவர் COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- நாடுகடந்த தமிழீழ அரசாங்கம் ரோமன் கத்தோலிக்கத் திருச்சபையின் தலைவர் போப் பிரான்சிஸ் …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 21:01 GMT

Career Fair - Haven Treatment Center - Vancouver, Washington

VANCOUVER, WA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Haven Treatment Center invites job seekers to its Career Fair, taking place Monday, April 28, 2025, through Thursday, May 1, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Attendees will have the …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 19:46 GMT

New book Four Feet Small by Billy Bean reveals 10 years of police-enabled abuse and one family’s fight for justice

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Some books are written to entertain. Others to inform. And then there are books like Four Feet Small—written because the truth has been ignored for too long. Set to release later …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 19:28 GMT

Haven Treatment Center Community Celebration - Vancouver, Washington

VANCOUVER, WA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Join us at this event on May 2nd from 4:30pm-6:30pm for our Haven Treatment Center Community Celebration! Bring your children, families, and friends for a fantastic lineup of fun- …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 19:03 GMT

Love Without Boundaries and SBS Launch National Foster Care Training Initiative Across Guatemala

LWB and SBS launch national foster care workshops to give Guatemala’s orphaned and vulnerable children the chance to grow up in safe, loving families. GUATEMALA CITY, GUATEMALA, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful move to change …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 16:51 GMT

Bolivia avanza hacia la erradicación del matrimonio infantil

El Senado aprobó un proyecto clave para erradicar el matrimonio infantil. Ahora se espera que la Cámara de Diputados también lo apruebe. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- El 23 de abril de 2025, el Senado Nacional …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 16:13 GMT

Bolivia takes important step towards ending child marriage

In a move to end child marriage, Bolivia's National Senate has approved a bill to raise the minimum age of marriage to 18, without exceptions. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 23, 2025, Bolivia’s …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 16:03 GMT

'Alan and the Rulers of the Air' MAY 2 RELEASE AMID LAWSUIT SURGE—THRILLER EXAMINES SPIRITUAL FORCES BEHIND ATTACKS

BMG-GLOBAL ANNOUNCES "Alan and the Rulers of the Air" MAY 2 RELEASE AS RELIGIOUS LIBERTY LAWSUITS SURGE NATIONWIDE—THRILLER EXAMINES FORCES BEHIND ATTACKS LOS ANGELES, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As debates around …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Helpside Expands Broker Partnerships to Deliver Full-Service HR to Small and Medium-Sized Businesses

PEO’s broker-friendly model enhances client retention while offering access to premium HR and benefit services. LINDON, UT, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Helpside, a Utah-based professional employer organization (PEO), is …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

United Planet Names Jade Ho as 2025 United Planet Fellow

Jade Ho named 2025 United Planet Fellow, continuing her journey of global service and cross-cultural leadership with the Boston-based nonprofit. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- United Planet is proud to announce …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 11:09 GMT

Armenian National Committee of America Calls on President Trump to Properly Recognize Armenian Genocide

Armenian Americans Reject Trump’s Re-Enforcement of Turkey’s Gag Rule; Call for Policy Reset to Counter Azerbaijan’s Genocidal Aggression WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Armenian National Committee of …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 07:38 GMT

FREESTYLE DIGITAL MEDIA RELEASES HISTORICAL DOCUMENTARY “GREENWOOD AVENUE PROJECT”

Historical Documentary Focused on 1921’s Tulsa Race Massacre Sets Digital Debut for North American VOD Platforms and DVD on April 25, 2025 LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Freestyle Digital Media, the digital …

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Published on April 24, 2025 - 23:23 GMT

The Way to Happiness Foundation International Hosts Spring National Convention

A Bold Step Taken Towards Restoring Competence Across America GLENDALE, GA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the spirit of Spring and embracing new beginnings, renewal and optimism, The Way to Happiness Foundation …

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