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Published on May 12, 2026

Looking the Other Way

Increasing government use of commercial spyware and other types of surveillance technology poses a significant threat to human rights worldwide. Police and intelligence services in many countries use such technology to target activists, journalists, …

Source: Human Rights Watch - Center-left
Published on May 13, 2026

BDS Movement Makes Significant Strides Across Europe

Fiona Ben Chekroun, European co-coordinator of the BDS National Committee (BNC), recently visited Ljubljana, Rijeka and Zagreb, where she met with local Palestine solidarity groups and discussed Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) campaigns in Slovenia …

Source: Znetwork - Pending
Published on May 1, 2026

Serbia’s war on the press: The full playbook in 10 chapters

Journalism, in the second quarter of the 21st century, “has never been more complicated or more dangerous,” according to Reporters Without Borders (RSF)’s latest Press Freedom Index, released ahead of World Press Freedom Day on 3 May. The Index outlines a …

Source: World Association of News Publishers - Neutral
Published on May 13, 2026

Beyond the Leader. 1. Guilt by Association and Stigma.

by María Vardé Article 1 of 4. Konstantin Rudnev in Montenegro, 2023.When a leader or prominent member of a religious minority is accused or convicted in a case with strong public impact, suspicion frequently extends to the group as a whole, to its …

Source: Bitter Winter - Indeterminate
Published on May 12, 2026

European ministers to discuss sending rejected asylum seekers to third-country hubs

European ministers will this week discuss plans to send thousands of rejected asylum seekers to third-country hubs, the head of the continent’s human rights body has told the Guardian. Alain Berset, the secretary general of the Council of Europe, said …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on May 14, 2026

Times Columnist Kristof’s Father Fought on Nazi Side in World War II

New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof, whose article accusing Israel of using dogs and carrots to rape Palestinian prisoners is being denounced by the Israeli foreign ministry as "Hamas propaganda," "fabricated," and a " …

Source: The Washington Free Beacon - Virginia - Right-wing
Published on May 13, 2026

Fallout over war in Gaza overshadows Eurovision’s opening ceremony as multiple countries boycott song contest

The Eurovision Song Contest has kicked off to a tense start in Vienna as Israel competed in the first semi-final amid a boycott by five countries over the Gaza war. Moldova, Sweden, Croatia, Greece, Finland, Belgium, Lithuania, Poland, and Serbia also …

Source: Seven News - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 29, 2026

Azerbaijani, Montenegrin Ombudspersons explore cooperation

Baku, April 29, AZERTAC Sabina Aliyeva, Azerbaijani Commissioner for Human Rights (Ombudsman), met with her Montenegrin counterpart Siniša Bjeković. During the meeting, Aliyeva briefed her counterpart on her activities in protecting human rights and …

Source: Azertag - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Apr 30, 2026

Serbian protesters demand Eurovision boycott over Israel participation

Activists converged on the headquarters of Radio Television of Serbia in central Belgrade to voice opposition to the country's involvement in the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest. The rally targeted the national broadcaster directly, with participants …

Source: Yeni Safak - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Apr 29, 2026

Switzerland and Serbia sign innovation and cooperation agreement

Parmelin in Belgrade - Switzerland and Serbia intensify cooperation Keystone-SDA Swiss President Guy Parmelin and his Serbian counterpart Aleksandar Vucic signed an innovation programme and a new cooperation programme in Belgrade on Tuesday. This content …

Source: Swissinfo - Public Broadcaster
Published on Apr 30, 2026

Kosovo Elections: EU Expresses Regret

The European Union has expressed regret that political parties in Kosovo failed to identify a unifying figure for the position of president, leading the country to organize its third election in less than a year and a half. An EU spokesperson told Radio …

Source: Euronews Albania - Neutral
Published on May 1, 2026

Blue in the face saying you will not dig here: Jadar, Serbia

Photo: Stefan KostićThe Jadar project was in November 2025 placed on “care and maintenance,” continuing the state of persistent threat against local communities and Nature in the valley of river Jadar. For many years now, the project has been met with …

Source: London Mining Network - Neutral
Published on May 13, 2026

AP Entertainment SummaryBrief at 10:18 a.m. EDT

Drug counselor who delivered the fatal dose of ketamine to actor Matthew Perry is up for sentencing LOS ANGELES (AP) — A licensed addiction counselor who helped sell ketamine to “Friends” star Matthew Perry is set to be sentenced. Prosecutors are asking …

Source: WISC Channel 3000 - Wisconsin - Neutral
Published on May 13, 2026

Europe constantly lies, does everything it can to eliminate political rivals — Dodik

MOSCOW, May 13. /TASS/. Europe has become the embodiment of lies and intolerance toward political rivals, Milorad Dodik, chairman of the Alliance of Independent Social Democrats party of the Republika Srpska (an entity of Bosnia and Herzegovina), …

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

Serbian President Vucic Says Switzerland among Serbia's Largest Investors, Expects New Investments

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said that Switzerland is one of the largest investors in Serbia and expressed expectations for new Swiss investments in the country, Serbian media reported. "Switzerland is one of the biggest investors in our country …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral
Published on May 15, 2026

Zapping Haiti of May 15, 2026

Zapping Haiti of May 15, 2026 15/05/2026 12:02:51 New FRG Commander in Haiti On Thursday, May 14, the Gang Supression Force (GSF) announced that Major General Erdenebat Batsuuri of Mongolia and his team had arrived in Port-au-Prince, where he was …

Source: Haiti Libre - Neutral
Published on Apr 29, 2026

Serbia Signs Deal With Israel to Expedite Arms Purchases

Benjamin Netanyahu with Aleksandar Vucic in Jerusalem, December 2014. Photo: EPA/BAZ RATNER/POOL. The Serbian and Israeli defence ministries have signed a security agreement reportedly related to an expected shipment of military equipment from …

Source: Balkan Insight - Neutral
Published on May 14, 2026

EUMAM MOZ mandate extended for another six months

Maputo, 14 May (AIM) – The Council of the European Union (EU) has decided to extend the mandate of the European Union Military Assistance Mission in Mozambique (EUMAM MOZ) for a further six months, meaning that the mission will remain operational until …

Source: AIM - Pro-Government
Published on May 13, 2026

Sparking Youth Innovation In Honduras

By Greg Benchwick UNICEF’s Tinkering with Tech program is connecting technology with design thinking to build the classroom of the future, one line of code at a time. Students in San Pedro Sula, Honduras tackle new challenges and learn creative problem- …

Source: Forbes - Neutral

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Published on May 14, 2026 - 18:23 GMT

CENTRAL EUROPE: Civil society legal complaint about family reunification in Austria ― Another court ruling against ...

|Published on: 14th May 2026|Categories: News| A group of NGOs and legal academics have filed a complaint with the European Commission against Austria over its unilateral suspension of family reunification for refugees. A court in Bavaria has ruled that …

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Published on May 14, 2026 - 18:23 GMT

RETURN: European Commission finally confirms plans for Taliban meeting ― EU revives co-operation agreement with Syria ― ...

|Published on: 14th May 2026|Categories: News| The European Commission has confirmed that it is preparing to meet Taliban officials to discuss possible deportation of people from Europe to Afghanistan. The EU has restored the full application of the EU- …

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Published on May 13, 2026 - 11:44 GMT

Australia Slaps Sanctions on Iran Over Human Rights Violations

(MENAFN) Australia on Tuesday unveiled sweeping financial penalties and travel restrictions targeting Iranian individuals and organizations accused of serious human rights violations, adding significant pressure on Tehran amid mounting international …

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Published on May 13, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Diginex Appoints Archana Kotecha as Chief Impact Officer to Advance Human Rights and Scale Supply Chain Solutions in a $...

Appointment strengthens Diginex’s leadership team and reinforces Company’s ambition to scale its global impact and compliance capabilities, building on existing partnerships with leading global companies, following acquisition of The Remedy Project. It …

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Published on May 11, 2026 - 13:50 GMT

Assad’s Cousin Faces Syrian Court Over Human Rights Abuse Case

(MENAFN) Atef Najib, a cousin of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and the former head of political security in Daraa, appeared on Sunday for a second hearing before the Fourth Criminal Court in Damascus in a case involving alleged abuses against …

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Published on May 16, 2026 - 12:14 GMT

The ICRC's response to affected populations and infrastructure following the events of January 2026 in Venezuela

The ICRC delegation for Venezuela and the Caribbean, based in Caracas, works to mitigate the humanitarian consequences of violence. It also conducts activities related to its mandate and addresses other immediate needs in Cuba, the Dominican Republic, …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on May 15, 2026 - 16:39 GMT

Stop the Lies about the Palestine Movement Statement

The organisers of this Saturday’s march for Palestine and against the far-right would like to correct various untruths in the Metropolitan police’s briefing. The suggestion that our march poses a threat comparable to that of Stephen Yaxley Lennon’s (aka …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on May 15, 2026 - 11:02 GMT

REACTION: Somalia Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report

Reacting to the UN’s Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report published today for Somalia, which shows that over 6 million people are experiencing hunger (IPC Phase 3 or above), including nearly 1.9 million in emergency levels (IPC Phase …

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Published on May 17, 2026 - 16:51 GMT

BeEzrat HaShem Inc. Earns Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency for Third Consecutive Year, Joins Top 1% of US Nonprofits

By 2025, the organization fed or financially assisted 238,000 Jewish individuals and distributed over 280,000 free sefarim worldwide. FL, UNITED STATES, May 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BeEzrat HaShem Inc., a Florida 501(c)(3) Torah outreach …

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Published on May 17, 2026 - 13:57 GMT

Global Health Leaders Call for Suicide Prevention to be Embedded in AI Chatbots and Online Safety Policy

Global Health Leaders Call for Suicide Prevention to be Embedded in AI Chatbots and Online Safety Policy GENEVA, DC, UNITED STATES, May 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Health leaders are calling for suicide prevention to be embedded in …

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Published on May 16, 2026 - 22:00 GMT

Bankole Thompson To Speak in Flint June 17 on Hope, Economic Justice and Democracy During Community Book Signing Forum

Nationally Acclaimed Journalist and Standard-Bearer for Economic Justice to Lead Public Conversation in the City That Became a Symbol of America’s Moral Crisis DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nationally acclaimed …

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Published on May 16, 2026 - 13:19 GMT

CAVWV Releases Complete Valor Suppression Record for 56th Special Operations Wing and Secret Air War Airmen

A complete accounting of valor recognition - and suppression - for the 56th Special Operations Wing and the covert air forces of America's Secret War in Laos. ST. PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TTHE MOST …

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Published on May 16, 2026 - 13:16 GMT

Human+Tech Week and HUMN.world Announce Groundbreaking Partnership to Launch a Living Human Economy in the Age of AI

Debuting at HTW 2026: digital passports, trusted ARK networks, and a participatory framework that turns AI-era uncertainty into agency and economic opportunity. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Human+Tech Week …

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Published on May 16, 2026 - 13:16 GMT

Kingdom Legacy Ministries Announces Back 2 School 2026 Campaign to Send 130 Filipino Children to School

For just $30, sponsors can cover a Filipino child's full school year. 90 children still need support ahead of the June 1 deadline. NEW PARIS, OH, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kingdom Legacy Ministries (KLM), a Christian …

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Published on May 16, 2026 - 12:46 GMT

VendorAbuse.com Relaunches With Bold New Design and Voice-to-Text Complaint Filing

On a Mission to Become the Best Place to Complain on the Web WASHINGTON, D.C., MD, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VendorAbuse.com has undergone a transformation unlike anything in its history. The original site functioned as …

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Published on May 16, 2026 - 12:14 GMT

The ICRC's response to affected populations and infrastructure following the events of January 2026 in Venezuela

The ICRC delegation for Venezuela and the Caribbean, based in Caracas, works to mitigate the humanitarian consequences of violence. It also conducts activities related to its mandate and addresses other immediate needs in Cuba, the Dominican Republic, …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 21:42 GMT

Skylark Clinic Recognized for Transforming Client Care Through Goal-Oriented Charity

BRUNSWICK, GA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Skylark: A Sexual Health + Care Clinic has received the 2026 Waypoint Award from True Charity for redesigning its “Earn While You Learn” program to focus on personalized growth and …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 21:41 GMT

Indiana Ministry Honored for Innovative Moms Mentoring Program

DEMOTTE, IN, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ANEW Ministries has been awarded the 2026 Waypoint Award from True Charity for strengthening its mentoring program for young mothers through relationship-based care and effective …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 21:41 GMT

Ohio Nonprofit Recognized for Expanding Mentorship and Relational Charity Efforts

SOUTH LEBANON, OH, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Joshua’s Place has received the 2026 Waypoint Award from True Charity for launching a new mentoring initiative designed to foster deeper personal growth and long-term …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 20:00 GMT

MC Law Awards Medgar Wiley Evers Posthumous Degree

State Treasurer David McRae Provides Commencement Address JACKSON, MS, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Mississippi College School of Law today (May 15) hosted its Spring Commencement, where university leadership presented …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 19:51 GMT

Dr. Calvin Mackie Delivers Powerful Commencement Address At Xavier University, Receives Honorary Doctorate

Dr. Mackie inspired the graduates, sending a strong message that they could overcome barriers and obstacles if they believed in themselves and have hope NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Calvin Mackie, …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 18:26 GMT

Shwetambari Korde Highlights Research-Driven Advances in Physical Therapy

SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Shwetambari Korde has been a physical therapist for over twenty years. She has developed extensive clinical expertise through her work in healthcare systems across India and …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 17:09 GMT

Garth Coates Solicitors Advises International Student Families to Check UK Dependant Visa Rules

The London immigration law firm says many international students can no longer bring partners or children to the UK unless they fall within narrow exceptions. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Garth Coates Solicitors has …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 16:53 GMT

Veteran's Memoir Exposes Animal Cruelty and Birth of War Paws Charity

Dai chronicles a decade of military and security service across Afghanistan, Iraq, and Africa, and the dogs that inspired a global rescue mission. LONDON, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- British Army veteran Dai Matthews …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 16:32 GMT

Coates Global Says Investors Challenge Portuguese Nationality Law Changes

More than 500 Golden Visa holders are reportedly preparing legal action over Portugal’s nationality law changes LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Coates Global has published a new investor immigration update following reports …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 15:22 GMT

Global Inflation Pushes Millions of Vulnerable Families Deeper into Hunger and Economic Crisis

Life for Relief and Development calls for increased global support as rising living costs and food insecurity intensify humanitarian needs worldwide SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the costs of food, fuel, …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 13:28 GMT

Sheffield HOA Continues Litigation Against 100% Disabled Navy Veteran Despite Ongoing Disability Accommodation Concerns

Decorated Navy Veteran Faces Continued Litigation and Stress Amid Federal Civil Rights Review During America’s 250th Anniversary and Memorial Day Season COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Americans prepare to …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 12:28 GMT

Latest UAE mediation efforts succeed in exchange of 410 captives between Russia, Ukraine

UAE Mediates Russia–Ukraine Captive Swap, 410 Freed, Total Reaches 7,101 ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Latest UAE mediation efforts succeed in exchange of 410 captives between Russia, Ukraine ABU DHABI, …

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