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Published on Apr 4, 2025

El Salvador: human rights defender arrested

International organisations are calling on the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) to take precautionary measures to protect Fidel Zavala. This article is based on the urgent action campaigns of Amnesty International and the Committee in …

Source: Latin American Bureau - Left-wing
Published on Apr 4, 2025

CSNL trashes human rights allegation against Jeety

Human Rights advocacy group, Civil Society Network of Liberia (CSNL) has urged Liberian to desist from politicizing issues that threaten security and investments in the country, while describing the allegation against Indian businessman as fake propaganda …

Source: The New Dawn Liberia - Neutral
Published on Apr 3, 2025

Human Rights Lawyer, Ifeanyi Ejiofor Seeks Justice For Anambra Boutique Owner Whose Shop Was Looted In Onitsha Market ...

Human rights lawyer, Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has vowed to secure justice for Ms. Sophia Eberechukwu Okoye, a young entrepreneur from Anambra State, whose boutique shop was allegedly looted during a raid on the Onitsha drug market by the National Agency for Food, …

Source: Sahara Reporters - Left-wing
Published on Apr 2, 2025

US touts use of El Salvador prison with human rights concerns

The prison in El Salvador where the Trump administration has sent alleged gang members for detention has a reputation for human rights violations and corruption, with civil rights groups challenging the removals calling it “one of the worst prisons in the …

Source: Roll Call - Neutral
Published on Apr 5, 2025

It Is Happening Here

In his first 2 1/2 months in office, President Donald Trump has embraced sweeping arbitrary executive power in a manner not previously seen in American history. He is circumventing Congress, ignoring the courts and using the power of the state to crush …

Source: HuffPost - Left-wing
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Public Defender’s 2024 Human Rights Report

The Public Defender of Georgia released the 2024 Report on the State of Human Rights and Freedoms in the Country, which outlines a wide range of systemic violations, particularly during the May and November-December 2024 protests, and highlights major …

Source: Civil Georgia - Neutral
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Anti-Trump Protesters Assemble in Every State and Cities Worldwide

WASHINGTON — From Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, Topeka, Kansas to Chicago and several of its suburbs, in all 50 states and in many cities worldwide, hundreds of thousands of people assembled to protest against Donald Trump and his billionaire financier …

Source: Rolling Stone - Left-wing
Published on 00:44 GMT

1,100 Afghan nationals leave for Afghanistan

LANDIKOTAL: Around 1,100 persons, including 3 families residing in Landikotal, left for Afghanistan on Saturday as the process of deportation of Afghan nationals continued, official sources said. Deputy Commissioner, Khyber, Bilal Shahid Rao, told The News …

Source: The News International - Uncategorized
Published on 00:26 GMT

Protesters decry Trump and Musk at ‘Hands Off!’ rallies across the US

Crowds of people angry about the way President Donald Trump is running the country marched and rallied in scores of American cities Saturday in the biggest day of demonstrations yet by an opposition movement trying to regain its momentum after the shock of …

Source: New York Daily News - Neutral
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Judge orders return of wrongfully deported Maryland man held in El Salvador

Saturday April 5, 2025 Kilmar Abrego Garcia was deported last month along with hundreds of alleged gang members. SUPPLIED via Jennifer Vasquez MINNEAPOLIS, Minn (HOL) — A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to return a Maryland man who was …

Source: Hiiraan Online - Neutral
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Hundreds rally at Indiana Statehouse against the Trump administration as part of nationwide protests

Hundreds rallied at the Indiana Statehouse Saturday afternoon, joining a wave of protests across the United States opposing the policies of President Donald Trump. Branded as “Hands Off!” protests, the demonstrations called on lawmakers to “take their …

Source: WFYI - Indiana - Label Pending
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Hundreds gather at Stephenson County Courthouse amid nationwide ‘Hands Off’ protests

FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - A group assembles near the Stephenson County Courthouse amid “Hands Off” demonstrations planned across the nation. A related video of previous coverage is attached to this video. According to the Associated Press, more than 1,200 “ …

Source: WIFR - Illinois - Label Pending
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Protesters in Pittsburgh join in nationwide 'Hands Off!' call to fight policies of Trump and Musk

Maureen Pastorius became one of an estimated more than 6,000 people who gathered in downtown Pittsburgh on Saturday for a protest and march that was part of a nationwide call to action against President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Pastorius, 72, of …

Source: Pittsburgh Tribune Review - Pennsylvania - Neutral
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Why does America keep punishing Haitians for wanting freedom?

By Nana Gyamfi The U.S. has a long, ugly history of targeting Haitian immigrants with unfair and harsh policies. And the truth is, it’s rooted in anti-Blackness and a fear of Black liberation. Haiti’s existence as the first free Black republic has been …

Source: Baltimore Afro-American - Maryland - Label Pending
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Costa Rica Eyes El Salvador’s Mega-Prison Model as Violence Escalates

As gang-driven violence surges, Costa Rica’s Justice Minister toured El Salvador’s maximum-security mega-prison on Friday, seeking solutions in President Nayib Bukele’s controversial tactics despite their harsh conditions and human rights backlash. Costa …

Source: Tico Times - Neutral
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Education secretary puts Newsom in position to put up or shut up

California Gov. Gavin Newsom California Gov. Gavin Newsom has had plenty to say since launching his podcast earlier this month with a splash, breaking from Democratic Party orthodoxy and agreeing with MAGA organizer Charlie Kirk that allowing biological …

Source: WorldNetDaily - Right-wing
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Comment By UN Human Rights Office Spokesperson Seif Magango On Pardoning Of Guinean Former President

Geneva, 1 April 2025 The decision to grant a presidential pardon to former Guinea President Moussa Dadis Camara, who was sentenced to 20 years in jail in connection with a stadium massacre in 2009, raises serious concerns about the interim authorities’ …

Source: Scoop - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Judge Manda gets wish for long leave

The Judiciary has granted High Court of Malawi Commercial Division Judge Kenan Manda his wish for an extended leave pending the conclusion of investigations into allegations of his professional misconduct. Judicial Service Commission ( JSC) secretary Ireen …

Source: The Nation Malawi - Center-left
Published on Apr 5, 2025

More than 1,000 ‘Hands Off’ anti-Trump protests hit cities across the US

People across the US took to the streets on Saturday to oppose what left-leaning organizations called Donald Trump’s “authoritarian overreach and billionaire-backed agenda”. Organizers estimated that more than 500,000 people demonstrated in Washington DC, …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left

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Published on April 5, 2025 - 17:52 GMT

Hungary discloses withdrawal from International Criminal Court following Netanyahu's visit

(MENAFN) Hungary declared on Thursday its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), according to an announcement made by Premier Viktor Orban’s Chief of Staff, Gergely Gulyas. The process of exiting the Hague-based court is set to …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 16:09 GMT

Georgia’s foreign agents legislation raises concerns over negative impact on civil society, OSCE human rights office ...

WARSAW, 2 April 2025 – Georgia’s new law ‘On the Foreign Agents Registration Act’, requiring all individuals or organisations considered to act in the interest of a foreign entity to register as foreign agents, due for example to foreign funding, and …

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Published on April 5, 2025 - 07:04 GMT

A Week in Ukraine

My name is Anna, and I’m a content producer with the International Committee of the Red Cross. I have been with the ICRC for two years, filming and producing stories about our work and the communities we support in Ukraine, where millions of people have …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on April 5, 2025 - 07:04 GMT

Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Myanmar

We have teams in Kachin, Kayin, Rakhine, Shan, Mandalay, and Yangon. In Mandalay, where the population has highly affected by the 28 March earthquake, we focus on providing the Myanmar Red Cross, other local responders, and health authorities with the …

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Published on April 5, 2025 - 07:04 GMT

Myanmar: Landmine awareness saves lives amid conflict and natural disasters

The numbers underline the gravity of the situation. In 2023, for the first time, Myanmar had the highest annual number of civilian casualties caused by landmines, exceeding all other countries for that year, according to the most recent Landmine Monitor …

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Published on April 5, 2025 - 15:13 GMT

Minister Nokuzola Tolashe: Africa Children’s Summit opening ceremony

Programme Director; Gauteng Premier Mr Panyaza Lusufi Gauteng MEC for Social Development Ms Faith Mazibuko Director-General of Social Development, Mr Peter Netshipale; Chief Executive Officer of Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund; Dr Linda Ncube-Nkomo; HODs …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 19:49 GMT

New Sri Lankan Govt. Continues State Policy of Impunity, Denying Justice for Tamils - TGTE

Proves ICC & ICJ are the Only Forums for Accountability COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam (TGTE) said in a press release that the New Sri Lankan Government Continues State Policy …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 12:01 GMT

With too many wars raging and tensions rising, we must uphold international humanitarian law and the vision of a mine-...

Recent announcements by several states in northern and central Europe on their decision to withdraw from the Anti-personnel Mine Ban Convention mark a dangerous setback for the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Citing a deteriorating security …

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Published on April 5, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Tashkent as a Center for Parliamentary Diplomacy

In April 2025, Tashkent will host the 150th anniversary Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) for the first time in Central Asia’s history. TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN, April 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 22:15 GMT

Trilogy Expands Mental Healthcare Services on Chicago’s Northwest Side

Nonprofit Mental and Behavioral Healthcare Org Grows to Meet Increasing Demand thanks to Critical Funds from Cook County Health Office of Behavioral Health CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Trilogy, a nonprofit …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on April 4, 2025 - 20:57 GMT

AWARD-WINNING NO ADDRESS BEGINS PREMIUM STREAMING APRIL 4TH

Inspired by true events, this thought-provoking & inspirational film aims to address the realities of homelessness in America with call-to-action. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Robert Craig Films …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 19:49 GMT

New Sri Lankan Govt. Continues State Policy of Impunity, Denying Justice for Tamils - TGTE

Proves ICC & ICJ are the Only Forums for Accountability COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam (TGTE) said in a press release that the New Sri Lankan Government Continues State Policy …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on April 5, 2025 - 07:04 GMT

Myanmar: Landmine awareness saves lives amid conflict and natural disasters

The numbers underline the gravity of the situation. In 2023, for the first time, Myanmar had the highest annual number of civilian casualties caused by landmines, exceeding all other countries for that year, according to the most recent Landmine Monitor …

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Published on April 5, 2025 - 07:04 GMT

A Week in Ukraine

My name is Anna, and I’m a content producer with the International Committee of the Red Cross. I have been with the ICRC for two years, filming and producing stories about our work and the communities we support in Ukraine, where millions of people have …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on April 5, 2025 - 07:04 GMT

Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Myanmar

We have teams in Kachin, Kayin, Rakhine, Shan, Mandalay, and Yangon. In Mandalay, where the population has highly affected by the 28 March earthquake, we focus on providing the Myanmar Red Cross, other local responders, and health authorities with the …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on April 4, 2025 - 19:00 GMT

SCAN Makes Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For List

LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SCAN Health Plan (SCAN), one of the nation's largest and fastest growing not-for-profit Medicare Advantage health plans, is proud to announce Fortune* and Great Place to Work have …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 17:56 GMT

The Nerds to Headline Fundraiser for Westfield American Legion Housing Project

The Nerds, along with emerging talents such as Kobi Reese and Better Late, will be performing at third annual 'Rock the Foundation' fundraiser on May 3, 2025. WESTFIELD, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Nerds, New …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 17:23 GMT

Rhode Island Estate Planning Attorney to Deliver Innovative Care Plan at Alzheimer’s Association Conference

EAST GREENWICH, RI, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- McCarthy Law, a leading estate planning firm in Rhode Island, is proud to announce that Founding Attorney Samantha McCarthy Jarvis will share strategic care tools for aging …

Distribution channels: Conferences & Trade Fairs, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on April 4, 2025 - 17:14 GMT

Dr. Bernard Wh Jennings' Good Dad Act Committee Achieve Milestone in Child Custody Legislation Across the United States

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Good Dad Act Committee, led by Dr. Bernard Wh Jennings, is proud to announce significant progress in the movement towards equitable child custody laws across the United States. The …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Education ...
Published on April 4, 2025 - 16:43 GMT

S.M.C.L. (Samaritan Multi-Services Centered on Living Foundation) Receives $30,000 Grant from The Hartford

Company surprises a local youth athlete with custom-fit sports equipment KENNER, LA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- S.M.C.L. Foundation & Associates Adaptive Sports, a non-profit organization based in New Orleans, …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 16:20 GMT

Nonprofit Alliance of Consumer Advocates saves PA Homeowner from a Foreclosure Trustee Sale with No Fee Assistance

GREENCASTLE, PA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After enduring heartbreaking loss and financial hardship, Tami Maple of Greencastle, PA, has successfully saved her home from foreclosure—thanks to the assistance of the …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Human Rights ...
Published on April 4, 2025 - 16:04 GMT

Justice for our children: time for all South Africans to act

JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Media Statement by Safer South Africa Foundation Justice for our children: time for all South Africans to act Social crimes, including gender-based violence, at institutions …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 15:54 GMT

SHAB Partners with Choose Love to Champion Refugees Worldwide

Persian-American pop star and refugee-turned-icon reflects on her own journey as she releases bold album, 'ONE SUITCASE' DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International pop artist SHAB, the Persian-American …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 15:06 GMT

Alarming Levels of Heavy Metals Found in 95% of Commercial Baby Foods, New Report Reveals

Groundbreaking report by health and nutrition authority FoodNourish.net exposes regulatory failures allowing toxic contaminants in foods marketed for infants SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A groundbreaking …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Environment ...
Published on April 4, 2025 - 14:51 GMT

Mark Your Calendars: 'Do the Right Day' Fair Set for April 10

MERIDIAN, ID, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The West Ada School District, in partnership with the City of Meridian, invites the community to come together in celebration of kindness, service, and connection at the upcoming Do …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 14:37 GMT

New Canadian Immigration Law Firm, Zohil-Morton Law, Now Offering Legal Services

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zohil-Morton Law, a newly established Canadian immigration law firm, is now providing legal services to individuals, families, and businesses navigating the complexities of Canadian …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 14:06 GMT

Federal Cuts Threaten History and Culture in Idaho

Idaho Humanities Council Needs Support BOISE, ID, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The future of the Idaho Humanities Council (IHC) is at risk due to DOGE cuts to the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). These drastic …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Understanding Wage and Overtime Pay Laws: A Hidden Issue for Many Hourly Employees

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hourly workers who "go the extra mile" to impress an employer or pursue a promotion risk engaging in unpaid labor, and often do not know there are laws and rights associated …

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