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  • Published on 02:04 GMT

    Thailand’s role in UN Human Rights Council

    THE recent election of Thailand to the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) is a cause for elation for the country, and an opportunity for it to set an example for good practices while propelling the HRC to take effective action on key matters based …

    Source: The Malaysian Star - Uncategorized
  • Published on Dec 20, 2024

    Decentering Survivors as Dominus Litis in European Court of Human Rights Law

    Recently (25 November to 10 December), the world marked 16 days of activism against gender-based violence (GBV). The UN recognizes intimate partner violence and technology-facilitated violence against women as some of the most common forms of violence …

    Source: EJIL: Talk! - Neutral
  • Published on Dec 20, 2024

    Chair Cardinhighlights landmark bill to protect human rights defenders in documentary-style series

    U.S. Senator Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Chair of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the second installment in the Committee’s documentary-style Truth to Power Series. Episode 2, “Defending the Defenders,” highlights how Chair Cardin’s Human …

    Source: The Herald Ghana - Label Pending
  • Published on 09:23 GMT

    DOJ: More witnesses step forward in EJK probe

    By Billy Begas The Department of Justice (DOJ) disclosed that several witnesses are now more willing to testify in its investigation into the extrajudicial killings during Duterte’s war on drugs campaign. DOJ Undersecretary Jesse Andres made the statement …

    Source: Politiko - Uncategorized
  • Published on Dec 20, 2024

    Meetings on Myanmar: Human rights and ASEAN’s credibility at stake

    his week, Thailand is hosting two critical ASEAN meetings on Myanmar, a country still ensnared in crisis nearly three years after the military coup of February 2021. On Thursday, the meetings will focus on two pressing issues, namely border security and …

    Source: The Jakarta Post - Neutral
  • Published on Dec 19, 2024

    Human Rights and Constitutionalism in Africa: Progress has been Achieved, but More is Needed

    The African Union (AU) has since its establishment centred African people, human rights, the rule of law, and constitutionalism in its legal instruments and frameworks. This builds on the foundation of human and peoples’ rights that were instrumental to …

    Source: The Cairo Review - Neutral
  • Published on 16:18 GMT

    McGovern spearheads call to pardon lawyer in Chevron pollution case

    WASHINGTON — In the past month, President Joe Biden went against his word by pardoning his son Hunter before announcing that he would be pardoning a list of 39 others, and granting clemency to nearly 1,500 people. But lawyer Steven Donziger wasn’t on that …

    Source: Greenfield Recorder - Massachusetts - Neutral
  • Published on 12:08 GMT

    HR defenders: filing of charges vs ex-Pres. Duterte and allies is for justice and accountability

    DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 22 December) — Human rights defenders welcome the recommendation of the House Quad Comm to file charges against former President Rodrigo Duterte and his allies for crimes against humanity, calling it a step toward accountability …

    Source: Minda News - Neutral
  • Published on 14:08 GMT

    Ah Khu and Ana: How many more will be lost while ASEAN looks the...

    Her friends called her Ah Khu. Born in Falam, close to the north-western border with India, she spoke many of the ethnic languages of Myanmar. As a child, Ah Khu moved from place to place following her father’s postings as a civil servant. In her early 20s …

    Source: Eleven Myanmar - Neutral
  • Published on 14:14 GMT

    Comrade Prins Gunasekera and the Lost Generation

    Born in Kataluwa, Galle District, Comrade Prins Gunasekera was first elected as the Member of Parliament for Habaraduwa electorate in March 1960 and re-elected under the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) ticket in 1970. However, due to conflicts with the …

    Source: Groundviews - Left-wing
  • Published on 10:55 GMT

    The Christmas we get we deserve

    We should not ‘avert our gaze when we see our brothers and sisters suffering’ “I believe in Father Christmas” by Greg Lake is a song that’s played on the radio and in shops each Christmas all over the UK and in many other countries. Peter Sinfield who …

    Source: Cyprus Mail - Uncategorized
  • Published on 12:58 GMT

    EMBRACE RESPONSIVE LEADERSHIP

    The reluctance to embrace responsive political leadership represents a pivotal factor contributing to the downfall of a number of political governments worldwide; and, its significance cannot be overstated. However, this issue manifests in various forms, …

    Source: Times of Swaziland - Uncategorized
  • Published on 10:46 GMT

    UN: Turkey using anti-terror tools to target exiles

    ANKARA, Turkey -- As abduction teams fanned out across neighborhoods in Nairobi, Kenya in October, their targets -- members of a Turkish religious movement -- seemed to have few worries beyond the hassles of a hectic weekday. One was returning from a visa …

    Source: Arkansas Democrat Gazette - Center-right
  • Published on 17:23 GMT

    ‘I Was Not Let Go. I Quit’

    Reporter Goes Public: ‘I Felt as Though I Was Pushed Out’ Krissah Thompson Says ‘Yes,’ Kevin Merida ‘No’ to WaPo Did President Biden Do Enough for Black People? Jennifer Cunningham Now Top Editor at Newsweek Maria Elena Salinas Leaving ABC News Asian …

    Source: Journal-isms - Left-wing
  • Published on 10:21 GMT

    The moment that defined 2024, according to Newsweek writers

    2024 has been a roller coaster of news: from Donald Trump being shot at a campaign rally to Joe Biden pulling out of the presidential race, Newsweek writers give their verdicts on the defining moment of the year. You can also have your say by voting in our …

    Source: Newsweek - Left-wing
  • Published on 13:48 GMT

    LBH Jakarta Condemns Police Extortion of Malaysian Audience at DWP 2024

    TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Jakarta Legal Aid Institute (LBH) condemned the alleged police extortion of DWP (Djakarta Warehouse Project) 2024 audiences. The extortion of Malaysian citizens at the electronic music festival was allegedly carried out by 18 police …

    Source: Tempo.co - Label Pending
  • Published on Dec 19, 2024

    Georgia: the violence against reporters covering protests has been met with shocking impunity

    Systematic, coordinated violence Law enforcement has resorted to brutal repression, including the use of tear gas, pepper spray, and water cannons mixed with chemicals. Several journalists have suffered chemical burns and severe injuries, some requiring …

    Source: Reporters Without Borders - Neutral
  • Published on Dec 18, 2024

    Canada continues undermining  binding treaty on transnational corporations and human rights

    Between December 16-20 in Geneva, countries will be debating a legally-binding treaty on transnational corporations and human rights. The law is intended to ensure that corporations, particularly transnational companies, uphold their human rights …

    Source: Rabble.ca - Left-wing
  • Published on Dec 18, 2024

    “Obey the Law”: Palestinians Sue State Dept., Saying Arms Sales to Israel Violate U.S. Human Rights Law

    This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form. AMY GOODMAN: Five Palestinian families have sued the U.S. State Department for violating U.S. federal law by continuing to fund Israeli military units despite their role in gross human rights …

    Source: Democracy Now! - Left-wing

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