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Published on Oct 21, 2026

Ulster County Designates Human Rights Department as Resource for Civil Rights Guidance

KINGSTON, N.Y. — The Ulster County Legislature has approved a policy designating the county’s Department of Human Rights as a local resource for residents seeking information about New York’s civil rights, immigrant rights and law enforcement …

Source: Radio Catskill - New York - Pending
Published on Oct 21, 2026

“Human rights not to be used as instrument of political pressure”: India at UNGA on enforced disappearances

New York [US], October 21 (ANI): India has asserted that human rights should not be used as an instrument of political pressure or selective country targeting, while calling for accountability, transparency and cooperation to address enforced …

Source: The Tribune (Chandigarh) - Neutral
Published on Oct 21, 2026

India exposes UN double standards on ‘human rights’, says they cant be used as ‘instrument of political pressure’

New York [US], October 21 (ANI): The double standards of the United Nations and its frontal organisations have been exposed after contrasting stands taken by the representatives to paint protests in India as an issue of alleged human rights abuse. At the …

Source: The Tribune (Chandigarh) - Neutral
Published on Oct 21, 2026

India rejects ‘negative’ portrayal at UN over ‘unverified’ human rights abuse allegations

India on Wednesday said that it opposed attempts to turn allegations of human rights abuses and “incomplete statistics” into a “negative characterisation” of the world’s largest democracy. Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, …

Source: Scroll.in - Center-left
Published on Oct 21, 2026

Cardinal Timothy Dolan Honored With 2026 Athenagoras Human Rights Award

(New York, NY) – Cardinal Timothy Dolan was honored over the weekend with the 2026 Athenagoras Human Rights Award for his work promoting religious freedom and strengthening ties between Catholic and Orthodox Christians. The award was presented Saturday, …

Source: 77 WABC Radio - New York - Right-wing
Published on Oct 21, 2026

New York congressional candidate Brad Lander says IDF detained him in the occupied West Bank

Congressional candidate Brad Lander said Wednesday that the Israel Defense Forces detained him in the occupied West Bank while he was participating in an olive harvest. Lander, who is running in New York’s 10th District, said in an interview that he was …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on Oct 21, 2026

New York congressional candidate Brad Lander says he was detained by IDF in the occupied West Bank

Congressional candidate Brad Lander said Wednesday that he was detained in the occupied West Bank by the Israel Defense Forces while participating in an olive harvest. Lander, who is running for election in New York’s 10th district, told NBC News in an …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on Oct 21, 2026

Israeli forces detain New York congressional candidate in West Bank

Oct. 21 (UPI) -- New York City congressional candidate Brad Lander said Wednesday that he was detained in the occupied West Bank by the Israeli military as he volunteered to help with the olive harvest in the Palestinian territory. In a post on X, Lander …

Source: Yahoo News - Center-left
Published on Oct 21, 2026

Israeli Authorities Detain New York Congressional Candidate, Other Activists in West Bank

Israeli authorities have detained a group of activists, including a Democratic U.S. congressional candidate, in the contested West Bank. Dan Lander, who is running to represent New York’s 10th Congressional District, was in the West Bank on Oct. 21 along …

Source: The Epoch Times - Right-wing
Published on Oct 21, 2026

Human rights could improve – or worsen – based on how nations use the UN treaty against cybercrime

The United Nations Convention against Cybercrime is the first international treaty aimed at combating criminal acts committed online and at supporting victims of those crimes. At the initial signing ceremony on Oct. 25, 2025, U.N. Secretary General António …

Source: The National Tribune - Center-left
Published on Oct 21, 2026

India slams double standards on human rights at UN

New York The double standards of the United Nations and its frontal organisations have been exposed after contrasting stands taken by the representatives to paint protests in India as an issue of alleged human rights abuse. At the United Nations India …

Source: Awaz The Voice - Center-left
Published on Oct 21, 2026

How Britain became a laughing stock in the eyes of America: When I arrived in New York 20 years ago, writes TOM LEONARD, ...

To most Americans, the tale of Catherine Wieland will have seemed too outrageous to believe. Claiming she suffered ‘anxiety attacks’ so crippling she couldn’t leave her home or perform basic functions such as washing herself, the 33-year-old from West …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Oct 20, 2026

Cuban ‘Diplomats’ Harass and Threaten Attendees at U.S.-Backed Human Rights Event at U.N.

Diplomats representing the communist dictatorship of Cuba on Monday staged an “act of repudiation” inside the United Nations headquarters in New York against anti-communist dissidents attending an event organized by the United States Mission to the U.N. …

Source: Breitbart - Right-wing
Published on 05:12 GMT

Zohran Mamdani Ally Brad Lander Detained by Israeli Forces in West Bank

Brad Lander, a close ally of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the Democratic nominee for New York's 10th Congressional District, was detained by Israeli forces Wednesday while participating in an olive harvest alongside Palestinian farmers and …

Source: International Business Times Singapore - Pending
Published on 08:44 GMT

AGAIN! Far-Left, Mamdani-Backed Democrat Brad Lander Detained by Israeli Forces in West Bank While Participating in Pro-...

Democrat congressional candidate Brad Lander was detained by Israeli authorities in the West Bank on October 21, 2026 (Photo: Brad Lander/X) Democratic congressional nominee Brad Lander, the far-left former New York City Comptroller and close ally of …

Source: The Gateway Pundit - Right-wing
Published on 09:32 GMT

Kuwait stresses international justice, condemns Iranian aggression at UN

Diplomat says fighting impunity is shared duty, reaffirms support for residual criminal tribunals mechanism NEW YORK: Kuwait has stressed the importance of strengthening the complementarity between international justice mechanisms and national judicial …

Source: Kuwait Times - Pro-Government
Published on 10:58 GMT

Israel Detains NY Congressional Nominee In West Bank Olive Grove, Sets Free After Learning Who He Is

Some candidates kiss babies two weeks before an election. Brad Lander picked olives in the West Bank. Lander, the former New York City comptroller and the Democratic nominee in deep-blue NY-10, posted this at 6:29am ET on Wednesday: I've been detained …

Source: Zero Hedge - Right-wing
Published on 02:29 GMT

Navi Pillay’s Nobel and the UN’s Sri Lanka Failure

The recent award of the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize to South African jurist and former United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Navanethem Pillay, 85, drew global attention to Sri Lanka’s successful war against the separatist Liberation Tigers of Tamil …

Source: Sri Lanka Guardian - Neutral
Published on 05:31 GMT

Knock, Knock! Where Is the U.S. Government?

Reuters reports that the Democratic nominee in New York’s 10th Congressional District, was detained by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank while accompanying Palestinian farmers during the olive harvest. For years, human rights groups, religious …

Source: Columbus Free Press - Ohio - Pending

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Published on October 22, 2026 - 10:43 GMT

Dnipro: improving continuity of care for prisoners of war through coordination

The ICRC’s work towards consistent medical care involves not only dialogue and professional support, but also practical assistance. According to representatives of the State Criminal and Executive Service, the results of previous cooperation include …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on October 22, 2026 - 09:10 GMT

From trade and investment to more and better jobs: Namibia discusses the trade, investment and decent work disconnect

WINDHOEK, Namibia (ILO News) - Namibia has attracted about N$140 billion in foreign direct investment since 2021, nearly three times the N$50.5 billion recorded over the whole of 2009 to 2020, and its exports have almost doubled since 2020, from N$67.999 …

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Published on October 22, 2026 - 12:02 GMT

Interview with Constance Jacquemot from Passerell

Tell us about your organisation Passerell is an Luxembourg-based NGO that has been active in the field of fundamental rights since 2016. Through its free legal contact point, the organisation listens to asylum seekers and refugees, informs them about their …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on October 22, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Illume Fertility Continues Its Commitment to LGBTQ+ Family Building at Men Having Babies Chicago Conference

Norwalk, CT, Oct. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Illume Fertility, a leading fertility practice in the tri-state area known for its award-winning physicians, patient-centered care, and expertise in LGBTQ+ family building, continued its longstanding support …

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Published on October 21, 2026 - 22:08 GMT

GSFEN Business School UK Announces Key Appointments, Partnerships and Accreditation Ahead of 2027

LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GSFEN Business School UK has announced three leadership appointments alongside new institutional partnerships, accreditation through the International Quality Assurance in …

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Published on October 21, 2026 - 19:28 GMT

Joel Rubin Examines Public Trust and American Leadership in Saving Democratic Foreign Policy

Joel Rubin draws on 25+ years in government and politics to explore public trust and American global leadership in Saving Democratic Foreign Policy. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Former Deputy Assistant …

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Published on October 22, 2026 - 02:29 GMT

Humanitarian funding to El Niño critically insufficient

Global funding for the preparation and response to El Niño and the harms it will bring to millions of people is critically insufficient, Oxfam warned today. The weather phenomenon is already having a catastrophic impact across much of the world, with …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on October 22, 2026 - 06:46 GMT

NEW REPORT: Authoritarian Internet Controls Drive 16th Consecutive Year of Decline in Global Internet Freedom

WASHINGTON, DC—Global internet freedom declined for the 16th consecutive year, with conditions deteriorating in 16 of the 38 countries assessed and improving in only 8, according to Freedom on the Net 2026: Seismic Shifts on the Global Internet, a new …

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Published on October 22, 2026 - 10:00 GMT

AMMWEC FILES AMICUS BRIEF IN U.S. COURT OF APPEALS

Muslim and Multifaith Leaders Argued in the Second Circuit in Support of Custodians Attacked by Antisemitic Rioters at Columbia University WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on October 22, 2026 - 09:00 GMT

U.S. ARMY VETERAN ROBERT MITCHELL NAMED 2026 VETERAN CHAMPION FOR U.S.VETS’ MAKE CAMO YOUR CAUSE TO #HONORUSVETS

U.S.VETS invites Americans to honor military service by wearing camo this Veterans Day LOS ANGELES, MI, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- U.S.VETS, the leading nonprofit working to prevent and end veteran homelessness, today launches …

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Published on October 22, 2026 - 07:00 GMT

Registration Opens for the 2027 National Child Nutrition Conference in Chicago

ROUND ROCK, TX, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Registration is officially open for the 2027 National Child Nutrition Conference (NCNC27), the nation's premier conference for Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Conferences & Trade Fairs ...
Published on October 21, 2026 - 23:36 GMT

New initiative to help transform livestock sector in low- and middle-income countries launched at 2026 Borlaug Dialogue

Flagship series will compile evidence and help coordinate efforts across Global South to sustainably improve food and economic security via livestock sector. DES MOINES, IA, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new initiative …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Food & Beverage Industry ...
Published on October 22, 2026 - 10:43 GMT

Dnipro: improving continuity of care for prisoners of war through coordination

The ICRC’s work towards consistent medical care involves not only dialogue and professional support, but also practical assistance. According to representatives of the State Criminal and Executive Service, the results of previous cooperation include …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on October 21, 2026 - 21:41 GMT

Actor Tyler Mane and Producer Renae Geerlings Support DeliverFund Through The Last Spartan: Red Tape

Graphic novel raises awareness of human trafficking and directs a portion of proceeds to intelligence-driven efforts supporting law enforcement WHITEFISH, MT, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Actor Tyler Mane and his wife, …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Emergency Services ...
Published on October 21, 2026 - 20:43 GMT

Keith & Lorfing Partner Brandi Young Discusses OceanGate Criminal Liability on Fox News

Former federal prosecutor examines murder, manslaughter and evidentiary challenges following new allegations about the Titan submersible disaster. MIDLAND, TX, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- **Keith & Lorfing Partner …

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Published on October 21, 2026 - 20:16 GMT

A Legacy in Humanitarianism: Journeys of Genuine Connections Through Creative Purpose Debuts as a #1 Int'l Bestseller

Second collection from Filipino humanitarians shows how everyday skills, spaces, and time become lasting service. GLENDALE, CA, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Legacy in Humanitarianism: Journeys of Genuine Connections …

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Published on October 21, 2026 - 18:24 GMT

South Coast Chorale Opens 'A Season of Firsts' with 'First Pride' on November 1 at the Long Beach Playhouse

Songs and stories from the birth of the Pride movement mark the debut of Interim Artistic Director Corinne Burch LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The South Coast Chorale (SCC), the LGBTQ+ chorus of Long Beach …

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Published on October 21, 2026 - 18:16 GMT

Siwar Al Assad Warns Syria’s Fuel Protests Signal A Governance Crisis, Not Just An Oil Market Problem

The Places Siwar Al-Assad Carries With Him LONDON, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Syrian author and commentator Siwar Al Assad has published a new analysis arguing that Syria’s September 2026 fuel price protests …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Human Rights ...
Published on October 21, 2026 - 18:07 GMT

Kelli Christiansen’s After the End Explores a Holocaust Survivor’s Journey to Rebuild a Life After World War II

MEDIA: Request a review copy or an interview with the author. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sibylline Press announces the release of After the End: A Postwar Novel, by Kelli Christiansen, a moving work of …

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Published on October 21, 2026 - 17:03 GMT

Episcopal Impact Fund’s 'EPISCO DISCO' Gala Turns a Night of Light into Lasting Impact

A Community of Support for the Bay Area SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Episcopal Impact Fund’s 2026 Night of Light Gala, themed EPISCO DISCO, was an incredible success, raising significant funds to …

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Published on October 21, 2026 - 16:53 GMT

Senior Justice Law Firm Secures $1 Million Recovery in Florida Home Health Negligence Case

Attorney Dylan Hanson represented a legally blind man who suffered permanent brain injuries following a fall under home health care supervision. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Senior Justice Law Firm, the nation …

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Published on October 21, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

Jovia Financial Credit Union Helps Bring New Sensory Room to CP Nassau’s Children’s Learning Center

Jovia-sponsored Sensory Experiential Environment (SEE) Room supports students’ development, learning and well-being ROOSEVELT, NY, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jovia Financial Credit Union recently joined the Cerebral …

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Published on October 21, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

Pioneer of New Irish Education To Speak Wednesday in NYC

Pádraig Cantillon-Murphy will speak on “How Catholic Education Renewal Is Coming to Ireland” on Wednesday, October 21, at 7:00 p.m. at Ernie O’Malley’s, NYC. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Irish education is in …

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Published on October 21, 2026 - 15:45 GMT

NFCYM Multimillion Dollar Micro-Grants To Impact Catholic Church Nationwide

Will launch the largest mobilization of Catholic parishes in the United States to engage high school-aged teens in acts of service to their communities WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Federation …

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Published on October 21, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Los Angeles Mission Adds Anthony Felix, Mina Garcia and Ken Craft to Its Executive Leadership Team

Dr. Anthony Felix, Mina Garcia and Ken Craft join the existing team to add operational, program and spiritual leadership on Skid Row. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Los Angeles Mission today announced three …

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Published on October 21, 2026 - 14:34 GMT

Everything and Anything...and a bit gay Podcast Wins Gold and Listener's Choice Awards in 2026 Signal Awards

ZachRE, LLC's LGBTQ+ podcast was recognized in the 2026 Signal Awards' Shows: LGBTQ+ category. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Everything and Anything...and a bit gay Podcast, produced by ZachRE, LLC and …

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Published on October 22, 2026 - 02:29 GMT

Humanitarian funding to El Niño critically insufficient

Global funding for the preparation and response to El Niño and the harms it will bring to millions of people is critically insufficient, Oxfam warned today. The weather phenomenon is already having a catastrophic impact across much of the world, with …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on October 21, 2026 - 14:21 GMT

“A Huge Relief”: Stand Up for Science Celebrates Stopping Controversial Hep-B Vaccine Study in Guinea-Bissau

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following the news that the controversial Hepatitis B vaccine safety study in Guinea-Bissau newborns has been canceled permanently, Stand Up for Science is celebrating the …

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