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Published on 03:44 GMT

Florida implemented mandatory teaching of "Communism History" in schools

In an unprecedented effort to safeguard the future of American youth against progressive indoctrination, the state of Florida has consolidated one of the brightest educational measures of the modern era. Republican Governor Ron DeSantis signed law SB 1264 …

Source: La Derecha Diario - Right-wing
Published on Aug 22, 2026

South Florida officials: Nicaragua's foreign ties threaten U.S. security

South Florida elected officials and members of the Nicaraguan American community are condemning Nicaraguan leader Daniel Ortega, warning that his government's increasingly close relationships with China, Russia and Iran pose a national security concern …

Source: CBS 4 Miami - Florida - Neutral
Published on Aug 20, 2026

Corporate human rights watchdog finds forced labor persists on Dominican Republic plantations

The human rights watchdog Corporate Accountability Lab (CAL) released a report on Tuesday finding that forced labor persists on sugarcane plantations in the Dominican Republic (DR). CAL called for the US to impose an import ban in response to the …

Source: JURIST - Neutral
Published on Aug 22, 2026

WATCH: Malki Roth’s family fought to bring her Sbarro killer to justice - but leaders failed to act

Before we proceed to ambassadors and American Jewish leaders, an addendum.I heard that a wise person once said, “Don’t say six million Jews were killed in the Holocaust. Say six million and one.” It’s easier to identify with one person than with six …

Source: The Jerusalem Post - Center-right
Published on Aug 22, 2026

How one billionaire’s crusade against homelessness became Trump’s playbook

Joe Lonsdale at his home in Woodside, California. Though he relocated to Austin in 2020, he keeps a residence in the Silicon Valley. (Christie Hemm Klok/For The Washington Post) Among the many frustrations that drove Joe Lonsdale from California, his …

Source: Anchorage Daily News - Alaska - Neutral
Published on Aug 19, 2026

Progressive Israel-critic Angie Nixon scores upset victory in Florida Senate primary

On Tuesday night, State Rep. Angie Nixon defeated National Security Council aide Alex Vindman in Florida’s Democratic Senate primary. Nixon, who joined the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) during the campaign and was backed by Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D- …

Source: Mondoweiss - Left-wing
Published on Aug 17, 2026

Widespread Human Rights Condemnation Following Repeated Burning and Desecration of the Qur’an in the United States

Widespread Human Rights Condemnation Following Repeated Burning and Desecration of the Qur’an in the United States A new incident involving the burning and desecration of a copy of the Qur’an in the United States has sparked a wave of human rights and …

Source: Shia Waves - Pending
Published on Aug 22, 2026

Men describe being deported by U.S. to dangerous African nation: "We cannot leave"

Last year, Cuban immigrant Yasmany Moreno de Armas was working and living in Florida. He's now in the Central African Republic, after the Trump administration sent him and dozens of deportees to the deeply impoverished and conflict-ridden nation. The …

Source: CBS News - Neutral
Published on Aug 19, 2026

Democratic socialist Angie Nixon scores upset in Florida’s Democratic Senate primary

Progressive state Rep. Angie Nixon scored a major upset over former National Security Council aide Alex Vindman in the Florida Democratic Senate primary, NBC News projects, setting up a general election race against Republican Sen. Ashley Moody. Vindman …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on Aug 19, 2026

Watchdog says forced labor persists in Dominican sugarcane company. Florida family is among owners

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — A report released Tuesday by a human rights group found that forced labor persists on massive sugarcane plantations across the Dominican Republic, which exports sugar and other products to the U.S. — its largest market. The …

Source: WLRN - Florida - Public Broadcaster
Published on Aug 22, 2026

Tollway hike will improve infrastructure, save commute time, boost economy

Time is the one resource none of us can replace. When congestion adds 20 to 30 minutes to a commute, the loss means less time with family and for everything else that matters. That is why the Illinois Tollway’s Driving Connections Plan, approved by the …

Source: Chicago Sun Times - Illinois - Center-left
Published on Aug 18, 2026

Viral Florida TV Clash Exposes the US Media Battle Over Calling Gaza a Genocide

Congressional candidate Oliver Larkin cited a United Nations commission, Amnesty International and the Israeli human rights organisation B’Tselem. WPLG presenter Glenna Milberg repeatedly called him “factually incorrect”, but the public record shows that …

Source: Great Reporter - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 19, 2026

Cuba’s economic freefall is hiding a national security threat just miles from Florida: report

America First Policy Institute’s Melissa Ford Maldonado says Cuba’s strategic location has made it valuable to Russia and China, warning that intelligence activity and Moscow’s ties to Havana pose risks close to the US homeland. NEWYou can now listen to …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on Aug 19, 2026

Anti-Israel Democrat wins Florida Senate primary

A month after the October 7 massacre, Angie Nixon stood on the floor of the Florida House of Representatives and tried to persuade her colleagues to support a resolution calling for an end to Israel's fighting in Gaza. Most lawmakers rose from their …

Source: Ynet - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 22, 2026

Men describe being deported by U.S. to dangerous African nation: “We cannot leave”

Last year, Cuban immigrant Yasmany Moreno de Armas was working and living in Florida. He’s now in the Central African Republic, after the Trump administration sent him and dozens of deportees to the deeply impoverished and conflict-ridden nation. The 31- …

Source: WSGW - Michigan - Neutral
Published on Aug 21, 2026

EXPLAINER: What Is Happening to Our Health Care, From Heather Cox Richardson

The editorial board called the expansion of affordable health care to millions of Americans one of the great achievements of the federal government in this century. Before the Democrats passed the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in 2010 without a single …

Source: Minnesota Women's Press - Left-wing
Published on Aug 19, 2026

Democratic socialist Angie Nixon upsets Alex Vindman in Florida's Democratic Senate primary

Progressive state Rep. Angie Nixon scored a major upset over former National Security Council aide Alex Vindman in the Florida Democratic Senate primary, NBC News projects, setting up a general election race against Republican Sen. Ashley Moody. Vindman …

Source: NBC 6 Miami - Florida - Neutral
Published on Aug 19, 2026

FLA to issue new guidance on responsible purchasing practices

FLA’s new guidance offers a “strategic approach and concrete recommendations” informed by labour rights standards and frameworks, including its work with the Responsible Purchasing Practices Working Group. It is based on FLA’s learnings from evaluating …

Source: Just Style - Pending
Published on Aug 22, 2026

Opinion: Trump’s detention centers are concentration camps

Recognizing these facilities as concentration camps is neither rhetorical nor extreme; it is an accurate and necessary classification.—Cameron McDonald, Immigration and Human Rights Law Review Inhumane detention conditions aren’t uncommon; they’re part of …

Source: Idaho State Journal - Pending

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Published on August 22, 2026 - 13:05 GMT

2026 Proxy Season Review: Structural Change in a Lower-Volume Season

The 2026 proxy season was shaped less by volume than by procedural change. Proposal filings continued to decline, the number of activism campaigns fell sharply, and say-on-pay support improved—even as boards faced heightened legal complexity, more …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 22:36 GMT

Citizens Commission on Human Rights International Releases White Paper on Antidepressants and Psychiatric Drug Reform

Los Angeles, CA, Aug. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Citizens Commission on Human Rights International, an international mental health industry watchdog, has released a white paper titled “Antidepressants: A Public Health Catastrophe – Evidence of Harm, …

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Published on August 22, 2026 - 08:46 GMT

The Training Program on Internationalization Strategies aims to transform higher education from a global perspective

Internationalization has established itself as one of the main challenges and, at the same time, one of the greatest opportunities for institutions of higher education. In a context characterized by digital transformation, the global circulation of …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle
Published on August 21, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

‘ACROSS LIGHT’ BY GRAMMY NOMINEE LAURENCE BAER EXPLORES FAITH, FAMILY, HEALING, CELEBRATING LIFE, & OUR RETURN TO GOD

Grammy-nominated songwriter Laurence Baer launches Across Light on August 21 with “This Holy Ground,” the first chapter in a 21-song musical journey. ELLICOTT CITY, MD, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Grammy-nominated …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 16:08 GMT

STATEMENT – the British government must hold Israel to account over its murder of Hind Rajab and emergency service ...

Yesterday the Israeli military issued a statement admitting, at long last, that they were responsible for the killing of a 5-year-old Palestinian girl, Hind Rajab, who lay trapped in a car, alongside her deceased family members, awaiting medical support …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on August 21, 2026 - 19:07 GMT

Attorney General Hilgers secures commitment from Resideo and ADI to cease all sales of Dahua and Hikvision products in ...

Today, Attorney General Mike Hilgers finalized a settlement with Resideo Technologies, Inc. and ADI Global Distribution LLC. Resideo and ADI distributed and marketed home camera products manufactured by Dahua and Hikvision, two companies with known ties …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 15:51 GMT

ITALY: Schengen border checks reintroduced with Spain after Ceuta crossings ― Incoming Dublin transfers set to resume ...

|Published on: 21st August 2026|Categories: News| The government has introduced internal border controls with Spain following the recent events in Ceuta. The transfer of asylum applicants back to Italy from other European countries may be about to restart …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on August 7, 2026 - 20:49 GMT

Citizens Commission on Human Rights International Urges U.S. Action After U.N. Committee Condemns Forced Psychiatric ...

Los Angeles, CA, Aug. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United Nations Committee for the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities recently issued a powerful new Open Letter reiterating its opposition to the involuntary detention and treatment …

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Published on August 22, 2026 - 16:45 GMT

Costa Del Sol Healthcare’s Motion to Compel Binding Arbitration Denied

Vigna Law Group discusses the inadequacies of binding arbitration LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “If a party lacks the legal capacity to enter into a contract, their arbitration agreement cannot be enforced.” …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry ...
Published on August 21, 2026 - 14:14 GMT

My Local Press Launches Revenue-Sharing Tools Letting Independent Journalists Keep 90% of Subscription and Ad Revenue

New features give local publishers a direct path to a sustainable income from their own reporting MIAMI BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- My Local Press, the platform that gives independent journalists a low- …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 21, 2026 - 13:54 GMT

MINDSOURCE Brain Injury Network Launches Redesigned Website to Make Brain Injury Support Easier to Find for Coloradans

The new site replaces a hard-to-navigate government experience with an accessible platform for survivors, families, and professionals, mindsourcecolorado.org. DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MINDSOURCE Brain …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

Award-Winning Connecticut Documentary to Premiere at Mystic Film Festival with Live Filmmaker Q&A

Reverence: Reclaiming the Forgotten brings Connecticut's forgotten African American history to the big screen following national festival recognition. BLOOMFIELD, CT, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Reverence: Reclaiming …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 07:40 GMT

Vigna Law Group: Trial Work Product Critical in Depo-Provera Cases

Vigna Law Group seeks Depo-Provera complaint files as key trial evidence in meningioma litigation. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Putting together a trial work product requires this important discovery. My firm …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 20:17 GMT

'Daveigh’s Law' Introduced at Young Artist Academy’s 47th Awards, Turning a Performer’s Legacy Into a Safety Initiative

Childhood friend and fellow Young Artist Award winner Amy Castle unveiled technology designed to help young performers navigate moments of crisis HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Young Artist Academy™ …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 19:49 GMT

Western Specialty Contractors Completes Architectural Sheet Metal and Roofing Project at AdHoc Center

KANSAS CITY, MO, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Western Specialty Contractors’ Kansas City Sheet Metal branch completed an architectural sheet metal, roofing and waterproofing project at the AdHoc Center in Kansas City, MO …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 19:43 GMT

Sokolove Law Sponsors 18th Annual Miles for Meso 5K Race and 3K Fun Run/Walk

Community Race on Sept. 19, a Week Before Mesothelioma Awareness Day ALTON, IL, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sokolove Law, a leading mesothelioma law firm since 1979, is proud to sponsor the 18th Annual Alton Miles for …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 17:19 GMT

Roots and Wings Expands Free Reading Program to Five New Palm Beach County Schools

Project UpLift will serve 24 Title 1 elementary schools this year, following a year in which 96% of third graders in the program made reading gains BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Roots and Wings, Palm Beach …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 15:37 GMT

Ukrainian American Community Prepares to Mark 35th Anniversary of Ukraine's Independence at Seattle Center - August 29th

Day-long Ukrainian Independence celebration features Eurovision medalist alyona alyona, Ukrainian food, culture, and humanitarian efforts SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Ukrainian Association of Washington …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 15:05 GMT

Safe to Eat Delivers More Than 1,000 Pounds of Allergen Friendly Food to Upstate New York Shelters

Back-to-school initiative brings more than half a ton of safe food to four shelters across three counties ONEONTA, NY, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Safe to Eat, the nonprofit founded by University of Rochester student Devin …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 14:22 GMT

Black Cannabis Week Tackles Who Gets Access to Jobs, Ownership and Wealth in a Growing Industry

National leaders gather in Philadelphia Sept. 25-27 to advance Black entrepreneurship, workforce development, economic equity and social justice. PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A legal industry is creating …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

From Murderer to Mentor: ‘RESERVATION REDEMPTION’ Docu Film Chronicles Native Teen’s Transformative Journey Behind Bars

Heads to Angeles Documentary Film Festival on August 30, 2026 LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award-winning documentary film, RESERVATION REDEMPTION, chronicles the transformative journey of “Chief” Marchand …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Just Criminal Law Highlights Record of Jury Acquittals and Dismissals in Wyoming’s High-Stakes Criminal Cases

GILLETTE, WY, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From a mandatory-life kidnapping charge beaten at trial to a Wyoming Supreme Court reversal that threw out an entire case, former prosecutor Christina L. Williams has built a …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 09:27 GMT

Executive by Day, Parent by Evening, Caregiver at 2 AM: The Impact of Living-in-Three-Shifts for Indian-Americans

The hidden cost to corporate America attributed to missed workdays arising from care giving and the system built to close the gap for NRIs with parents in India NEW DELHI, DELHI, INDIA, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On World Senior …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 06:07 GMT

Cambridge Online Tutors Outlines Its Online Tuition Service for UK Students

ST NEOTS, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cambridge Online Tutors, an online tuition provider covering a wide range of subjects, has outlined how its lessons are structured across Key Stages 1 to 5. Each lesson …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 05:02 GMT

Lawyers for Employee and Consumer Rights Launches Employment Law Glossary for California Workers

Lawyers for Employee and Consumer Rights launched an employment law glossary to help California employees understand legal terms and make informed decisions. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lawyers for …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 16:08 GMT

STATEMENT – the British government must hold Israel to account over its murder of Hind Rajab and emergency service ...

Yesterday the Israeli military issued a statement admitting, at long last, that they were responsible for the killing of a 5-year-old Palestinian girl, Hind Rajab, who lay trapped in a car, alongside her deceased family members, awaiting medical support …

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Published on August 19, 2026 - 22:40 GMT

Advancing Life Foundation Marks World Humanitarian Day With $4 Million in Global Humanitarian Impact

Foundation shines a spotlight on the way small acts of kindness can lead to extraordinary outcomes PLEASANT GROVE, UT, UNITED STATES, August 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- More than $4 million in humanitarian support. 26 countries. More than 2.5 …

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Published on August 19, 2026 - 21:15 GMT

NONPROFIT SHOES THAT FIT LAUNCHES ANNUAL 'BACK TO SCHOOL' CAMPAIGN TO PROVIDE BRAND-NEW SNEAKERS TO STUDENTS NATIONWIDE

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nonprofit Shoes That Fit’s annual “Back to School” campaign is underway, partnering with educators and school staff nationwide to provide new, name-brand athletic shoes to children who …

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