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  • Published on Apr 15, 2025

    Death of access to information

    Apr 15, 2025 Editorial, News Kaieteur News- In recent weeks, media workers and other rights activists have been picketing the office of the Commissioner of Information in protest of the non-functioning of that State agency and the lack of accountability …

    Source: Kaieteur News - Indeterminate
  • Published on Apr 15, 2025

    AJSO’s Concern About the Situation of Afghan Journalists in Pakistan

      The Afghanistan Journalists Support Organization (AJSO) expresses its deep concern regarding the situation of Afghan journalists residing in Pakistan. These concerns have intensified following reports that Pakistani police arrested an Afghan journalist …

    Source: Afghan Journalists Support Organization - Pending
  • Published on Apr 15, 2025

    India’s Immigration Act sparks controversy o...

    The Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, which was passed by the Parliament in the recently-concluded Budget Session, has sparked a controversy over whether it curtails the basic right of freedom of expression. During a discussion on the bill in the …

    Source: Media India Group - Neutral
  • Published on Apr 15, 2025

    Pioneering partnerships between Uzbekistan and the EU: The inaugural Central Asia–EU Summit and its strategic vision

    On 4 April, Uzbekistan hosted the first Central Asia-EU Summit in its historic city, Samarkand, the capital of the Timurid Empire. This summit was held under the leadership of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan, reflecting Europe's renewed …

    Source: EU Reporter - Indeterminate
  • Published on Apr 15, 2025

    New Amnesty International Hong Kong office opens overseas

    Amnesty International has announced the launch of a new Hong Kong section based overseas, following the closure of its offices in the city in 2021 amid a crackdown on human rights. The new entity, Amnesty International Hong Kong Overseas (AIHKO), will be …

    Source: Amnesty International - Center-left
  • Published on Apr 15, 2025

    As he lionizes a strongman, Trump flexes power over the law, top colleges and the media

    CNN  —  Only three months into his new term, President Donald Trump is escalating a battle against institutions that challenge his strongman instincts, including the courts, the legal profession, elite education and the media. The administration is …

    Source: CNN - Neutral
  • Published on Apr 15, 2025

    Why ban of Eedris’ song is dictatorial and unwise

    The ban of the song of Eedris Abdulkareem by the National Broadcasting Commission was another negative publicity for Nigeria and its democracy. In a letter dated April 9, 2025, the NBC tagged the new song by Abdulkareem titled “Tell Your Papa” as “ …

    Source: Punch - Indeterminate
  • Published on Apr 14, 2025

    Will Generals let Congressmen meet Imran Khan? Why US Military accept Civilian Supremacy?

    Will Generals let Congressmen meet Imran Khan? Why US Military accept Civilian Supremacy? Date of Interview: 1st April, 2025 Congressman Jack Bergman joined Dr. Moeed Pirzada for a compelling conversation, covering everything from his journey, the Pakistan …

    Source: Global Village Space - Neutral
  • Published on Apr 14, 2025

    AZ Hugs founder sues Tempe, city manager

    Austin Davis, the founder of AZ Hugs who was cited 34 times from December 2023 through May 2024 for feeding homeless people in city parks without a special-event permit, has filed suit in U.S. District Court against Tempe and City Manager Rosa Inchausti, …

    Source: Ahwatukee Foothills News - Arizona - Pending
  • Published on Apr 14, 2025

    EU deploys election observers for May polls

    MANILA, Philippines — For the first time, the European Union has deployed 72 long-term observers to the Philippines to study the May 12 midterm elections. In response to a Commission on Elections invitation, High Representative and vice president of the …

    Source: Philippine Star - Pending
  • Published on Apr 14, 2025

    Turkish student with chronic illness jailed for ‘insulting’ Erdoğan is denied medication in prison

    A chronically ill Turkish student has been denied prescribed medication following her arrest for holding a protest sign referring to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan as a “dictator,” raising alarm among her family and rights advocates, the BirGün daily …

    Source: Stockholm Center for Freedom - Left-wing
  • Published on Apr 14, 2025

    China: Southeast Asia visit raises alarm over digital repression

    From 14 to 18 April China’s leader Xi Jinping will visit Cambodia, Malaysia, and Vietnam to tighten China’s ties with the countries amid escalating trade war with the United States. Ahead of the mission, last week Xi Jinping chaired a meeting of the …

    Source: ARTICLE 19 - Center-left
  • Published on Apr 14, 2025

    China intensifies digital surveillance, arrests in Tibet: HRW report

    Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, April 14: Chinese authorities have arrested dozens of Tibetans since 2021 for phone and internet-related offences that appear politically motivated, according to a new report released Sunday by US-based rights group Human …

    Source: Phayul - Center-left
  • Published on Apr 14, 2025

    Tanzania’s digital freedoms at risk ahead of 2025 polls, new report warns

    Dar es Salaam. Founder and CEO of Tech & Media Convergency (TMC), Ms Asha D. Abinallah, has unveiled a landmark report shedding light on the current state of internet governance and emerging digital threats in Tanzania, as the country braces for the …

    Source: The Citizen - Indeterminate
  • Published on Apr 14, 2025

    Meghna Alam, former Miss Bangladesh, jailed for 'threatening national security'

    Meghna Alam, crowned Miss Earth Bangladesh in 2020, has been incarcerated since Thursday, April 10, accused of endangering Bangladesh's state security and diplomatic relations. Her arrest has sparked strong reactions, not only due to the lack of …

    Source: Entrevue - Indeterminate
  • Published on Apr 14, 2025

    Threats on Nigerian clerics draws condemnation

    The Catholic Register’s exclusive April 8 report about the threats two Nigerian clerics are facing for speaking abroad about Christian persecution in Benue State has sparked condemnations against religious intimidation from the U.S. Embassy and Consulate …

    Source: The Catholic Register - Right-wing
  • Published on Apr 14, 2025

    Hungary passes constitutional amendment banning public LGBTQ+ events

    Hungary has passed a law banning LGBTQ+ events in public and allowing authorities to use facial recognition to identify those who participate. The bill to ban Pride celebrations, introduced in Parliament in March, makes it an offense to hold or attend …

    Source: The Advocate - Left-wing
  • Published on Apr 14, 2025

    Hungary is set to ban LGBTQ+ gatherings

    Lawmakers in Hungary are expected to vote on a constitutional amendment today (April 14) which will codify the government’s recent ban on Pride and allow authorities to use facial recognition technology to identify anyone who flouts the law. Disturbingly, …

    Source: Dazed & Confused - Pending
  • Published on Apr 14, 2025

    Carney Floats New Internet Speech Clampdown in Canada, Revives Failed Liberal Censorship Push

    Liberal leadership hopeful Mark Carney blames “U.S. online pollution” for Canada’s social woes, hints at renewed push to regulate digital speech. By yourNEWS Media Newsroom Mark Carney, a leading contender for the Liberal Party leadership, hinted at a …

    Source: [your]NEWS - Right-wing

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  • Published on April 15, 2025 - 17:20 GMT

    Human rights in English and Welsh courts – the Universal Periodic Review

    Every four and a half years, a state will participate in the United Nations ‘Universal Periodic Review’ (UPR). The state’s human rights situation is reviewed by its peers – other states – in an interactive dialogue. Unlike other international human rights …

    Distribution channels: Law
  • Published on April 17, 2025 - 13:48 GMT

    Rwanda: Facts & Figures 2024

    One example is our support to families separated as they escape conflict and other situations of violence in the Great Lakes Region, crossing borders, including into Rwanda. In partnership with the Rwanda Red Cross Society (RRCS) and other components of …

    Distribution channels: Human Rights
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