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Published on Jan 26, 2026

To the United Nations Special Rapporteurs Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights

By Father Serop Azarian I respectfully submit this communication for consideration under the mandates of the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights defenders; the Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief; the Special Rapporteur on …

Source: The California Courier - Center-right
Published on 20:34 GMT

Govt downplays 'non-issue' as PTI writes to rights organisations on Imran's condition

Barrister Aqeel calls eye situation 'non-issue blown out of proportion', accuses PTI of trying to politicise itMinister of State for Law and Justice Barrister Aqeel (L) and Prime Minister's Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah. Photos: …

Source: The Express Tribune - Indeterminate
Published on 10:28 GMT

South Africa, a self-described ‘moral superpower,’ rethinks its foreign policy

Open this photo in gallery:An Iranian vessel leaves Simon's Town Naval Base in Cape Town on Jan. 13.Esa Alexander/Reuters South African diplomats sometimes call their country a “moral superpower”: a bastion of human rights and anti-colonialism that …

Source: The Globe and Mail - Neutral
Published on 21:54 GMT

Inmates Who Exposed Alabama's Prison Conditions In Documentary *Somehow* End Up In Solitary Confinement

Last week, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the 2026 Oscar nominees. Among them was The Alabama Solution (currently streaming on HBOMax), a documentary about the deeply disturbing conditions, corruption, and institutional violence …

Source: Wonkette - Michigan - Left-wing
Published on 12:41 GMT

Mittelman: Apartheid politics in the United States

The United States is veering toward apartheid politics, the system of institutionalized racism in South Africa from 1948 until it crumbled in 1994. Manifest in several countries, racism takes different forms. It was most virulent in the white redoubt, the …

Source: Daily Camera - Colorado - Center-left
Published on Jan 25, 2026

Quote of the day Nelson Mandela: ‘Lead from the back, and let others believe they are in...’

Nelson Mandela (1918–2013) was a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, political leader, and philanthropist who became the country’s first Black president from 1994 to 1999. Born in the village of Mvezo in the Eastern Cape, Mandela studied law and …

Source: The Economic Times - Center-right
Published on 07:06 GMT

Recidivism, juvenile justice, and the limits of criminal prediction

Image: Insperity We generally refer to Recidivism as the individual’s tendency to commit another crime after being imprisoned, penalised, or kept in custody. In fact, it is the recurring crime by the same person who has been proven guilty by the court, …

Source: OnlineKhabar - Center-left
Published on Jan 28, 2026

Maduro's release possible; similar examples have already occurred — State Duma member

MOSCOW, January 28. /TASS/. The public committee established by the Communist Party of the Russian Federation (CPRF) to advocate for the release of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife remains committed to its mission. Dmitry Novikov, …

Source: TASS - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Jan 28, 2026

Coretta Scott King, the architect of a legacy

April 27, 1927 – January 30, 2006 It is Monday, January 20, 1986, the first officially observed Martin Luther King Jr Day, and Atlanta’s Ebenezer Baptist Church is packed. The crowd, swelled today by journalists and by South Africa’s Desmond Tutu, who is …

Source: The New World - Neutral
Published on Jan 27, 2026

Advocate Hoffman criticises presidential control over NDPP, calls for independent anti-corruption body

Accountability Now Director Advocate Paul Hoffman SC said that the concentration of power in the hands of the President, as outlined in the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) Act, undermines the independence of the National Director of Public …

Source: IOL - Indeterminate
Published on Jan 27, 2026

South African Anti-Apartheid Movement reaffirms support for Palestine amid US diplomatic tensions

The South African Chapter of the Anti-Apartheid Movement (AAM) has restated its steadfast commitment to standing in solidarity with the Palestinian people, drawing parallels between their struggle against systemic oppression and South Africa's own past …

Source: IOL - Pro-Government
Published on Jan 27, 2026

Saddam’s parole fiasco: A five-minute farewell is not mercy

On January 24, an ambulance carrying the bodies of Kaniz Surbana Swarnali and her nine-month-old son, Nazim, reportedly arrived at Jashore Central Jail around 7pm. Six relatives were allowed to enter with it around 7:30pm and were escorted out five minutes …

Source: Daily Star - Neutral

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Published on January 29, 2026 - 21:06 GMT

Maine DOE Seeks Organizations to Participate in Summer 2026 SUN Meals Program

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is seeking organizations to help feed children this summer through the federally funded SUN Meals program—also known as the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Eligible organizations may apply to become a SUN Meals …

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Published on January 29, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Golden Thread Productions Announces New International Commission with Playwright Abhishek Majumdar

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Golden Thread Productions, the first American theatre company devoted to the Middle East, is proud to announce a new international commission with acclaimed playwright Abhishek …

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Published on January 29, 2026 - 09:26 GMT

Alona Shevtsova Strengthens Academic Footprint Through International Scientific Contributions and Legal Research

LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Alona Shevtsova, CEO of Sends and a distinguished entrepreneur, has made notable strides in the academic and legal fields through her active participation in international …

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Published on January 29, 2026 - 12:15 GMT

Szilvia Sandberg Receives International Recognition Through the INDEPENDENT PRESS AWARD®

Sandberg's "Blinding White," a tale of scientific breakthroughs and systemic corruption, earns prestigious Distinguished Favorite at the INDEPENDENT PRESS AWARD MANNHEIM, BADEN-WüRTTEMBERG, GERMANY, January 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩…

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Published on January 29, 2026 - 18:48 GMT

Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Files $70+ Million ERISA Class Action Case Against BLOOMBERG, L.P. on Behalf of More Than ...

NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight filed a $70+ million ERISA class action complaint today in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York that alleges retirement plan mismanagement by Bloomberg, L.P …

Distribution channels: Law ...
Published on January 29, 2026 - 17:49 GMT

OP-ED: Collaborating with the Taliban regime in the name of “administrative” matters?

By Mehdi Kassou I was deeply surprised, while reading the press this weekend, to discover that Belgium had, through Freddy Roosemont, Director General of the Immigration Office, taken part – on behalf of a group of around twenty European Union member …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on January 29, 2026 - 17:05 GMT

SMETA Secures SSCI Recognition

London / Chicago, Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sedex enters 2026 with its flagship social audit, SMETA 7, formally recognised by the Consumer Goods Forum’s Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) after completing the SSCI Benchmarking Process. …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 11:09 GMT

Minister Ronald Lamola: 39th Special Session of the Human Rights Council of the deteriorating human rights situation in ...

Mr President, South Africa reiterates its commitment to multilateralism and stands for the firm adherence to the international rule of law. South Africa believes that the right to peaceful protest, freedom of expression, and freedom of association are …

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Published on January 29, 2026 - 22:23 GMT

Woman Regains Independence Behind the Wheel with Bioptic Telescope Glasses from Minnesota Optometrist

Low Vision Awareness Month Highlights Life-Changing Options for People with Vision Loss BLAINE, MN, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- February is Low Vision Awareness Month, and Low Vision Restoration in the Twin Cities wants people …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on January 29, 2026 - 15:44 GMT

Newsmatics Launches PRSSA Student-Firm Influencer Campaign Highlighting the Role of Press Releases in Modern PR

The AI-powered news intelligence company aims to collaborate with emerging PR professionals to lead its upcoming influencer initiative WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Newsmatics, the parent company of EIN …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Amusement, Gaming & Casino ...
Published on January 29, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Major Bus Accident Settlement Draws Attention to Broader Traffic Injury Risks in Chicago

Major settlement secured by Chicago-based personal injury law firm Zneimer & Zneimer highlights the severity of injury risks in Chicago traffic accidents CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Traffic accidents …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Companies ...
Published on January 29, 2026 - 14:45 GMT

Institute of Medicine of Chicago Welcomes Archana Chatterjee, MD, PhD, & Beena Peters, DNP, RN, as New Officers

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chicago – The Institute of Medicine of Chicago (IOMC), a leading 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to advancing health equity, is pleased to announce the appointments of Archana …

Distribution channels: Environment, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry ...
Published on January 29, 2026 - 14:21 GMT

Agape Behavioral Healthcare Expands Access to Care Through New In-Network Partnership with AmeriHealth

Agape Behavioral Healthcare in South Florida, is proud to announce it is now in-network with AmeriHealth! FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Agape Behavioral Healthcare, a premier provider of integrated …

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Published on January 29, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Golden Thread Productions Announces New International Commission with Playwright Abhishek Majumdar

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Golden Thread Productions, the first American theatre company devoted to the Middle East, is proud to announce a new international commission with acclaimed playwright Abhishek …

Distribution channels: Human Rights ...
Published on January 29, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Navigating Mental Health: Insights from Dr. Mariela Podolski on Game Changer’s Collective Podcast

WEST HARTFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Game Changer’s Collective Podcast releases a powerful new episode featuring Dr. Mariela Podolski, a psychiatrist based in West Hartford, Connecticut, known for her …

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Published on January 29, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

ANH-USA Files Major Court Brief Opposing FDA’s Crackdown on Homeopathy

ANH’s filing argues FDA acted on a flawed record triggering market harm with no showing of systemic risk ALEXANDRIA, VA, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Alliance for Natural Health USA (ANH-USA), together with …

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Published on January 29, 2026 - 11:17 GMT

Affordable Court-Ordered Mental Health Assessments for Impaired Professionals, Divorce, Child Custody, and Legal Matters

Virtual Mental Health Assessment Services LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Affordable Court-Ordered Mental Health Assessments for Impaired Professionals, Divorce, Child Custody, and Legal Matters AACS …

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Published on January 29, 2026 - 08:00 GMT

Over $18,000 in Scholarships Awarded for CACFP Professional Development

ROUND ROCK, TX, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What do Dimitriss Grant from New York, Jacki Giron from North Dakota, and Julia Gog from Iowa have in common? They will be attending the National Child Nutrition Conference ( …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Education ...
Published on January 29, 2026 - 06:00 GMT

Resolver publishes new report on hybrid online threat targeting children globally

Report draws on multi-year investigations to analyse decentralised harm ecosystems and inform coordinated safety responses. LEEDS, UNITED KINGDOM, January 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Resolver has published a new public-interest research …

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Published on January 28, 2026 - 23:44 GMT

Holistic Nursing Supports American Academy of Nursing Position Statement Response to Public Health Concern

Public Health Concern TOPEKA, KS, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This press release is written on behalf of the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation (AHNCC), the Global Academy of Holistic Nursing (GAHN), and …

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Published on January 28, 2026 - 23:39 GMT

Embracing the Heart and Soul of a Nation by Elsa J. Brown Now Available on Amazon

A true journey of faith, leadership, and human connection across cultures, showing how trust and service unite people worldwide. EUBANK, KY, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author, entrepreneur, and humanitarian Elsa J. …

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Published on January 28, 2026 - 23:19 GMT

Cyber Qubits CEO Addresses UN Assembly at WSIS+20 on Cybersecurity, Digital Trust, and Workforce Readiness

Cyber Qubits CEO Addresses United Nations General Assembly at WSIS+20, Highlighting Cybersecurity, Digital Trust, and Workforce Readiness NEW YORK , NY, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Gurvirender Tejay, Co-founder and …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Education ...
Published on January 28, 2026 - 21:03 GMT

Homewatch CareGivers of Lower Bucks County Expands Specialized Care for Seniors

LOWER BUCKS , PA, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Homewatch CareGivers of Lower Bucks County is being strengthened through an expansion of specialized home care for seniors, and greater support is being provided for families …

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Published on January 28, 2026 - 20:45 GMT

ONE YEAR LATER: 100 MILE HOUSE COMMUNITY SHINES PURPLE LIGHTS FOR MISSING WOMAN JENNIFER PROVENCAL

On February 1st shine a Purple Light for Jennifer and all the missing women in Canada VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, January 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On February 1, 2026, communities across British Columbia — and beyond — are invited to shine a purple …

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Published on January 28, 2026 - 20:27 GMT

Dean Cain Stars in 'I Survived,' a Sarasota-Filmed Movie Highlighting Domestic Abuse and Survival

A powerful and heartbreaking story that exposes how abuse can begin the moment the vows are spoken—and the strength it takes to survive. SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A powerful new independent film, I …

Distribution channels: Emergency Services, Human Rights ...
Published on January 28, 2026 - 19:00 GMT

Call for Nomination of Outstanding Farmworkers for Farmworker of the Year Award

Nominations for the 2026 Farmworker of the Year Award are open. The program seeks to celebrate individuals whose contributions are essential to the food system WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Equitable Food …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Food & Beverage Industry ...
Published on January 28, 2026 - 18:36 GMT

Where Therapy Meets Poetry: Let's Meet Rebecca Herz’s Locus of Control

“Locus of Control”, a deeply resonant poetry collection by Rebecca Herz. TEANECK, NJ, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In Locus of Control, poet Rebecca Herz invites readers into intimate, often quiet spaces where care is given …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on January 28, 2026 - 18:27 GMT

Stand Up For Science to Hold ‘Rally to Take Back Science’ in Washington, DC on Saturday, March 7, 2026

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One year after the movement-defining Stand Up For Science protest, organizers return to the streets calling for scientific integrity, public health protections, and democratic …

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