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Published on 15:23 GMT

Bicol human rights lawyer, transport leader get death threats

LEGAZPI CITY, Albay – “Malapit ka na.” (Your end is near.) This was the message received by two activists in the Bicol region. Bartolome “Bart” Rayco on August 28. In the morning of that day, he found this note along with two bullets bound with a black …

Source: Bulatlat - Left-wing
Published on Sep 5, 2026

Upper House urges non-selective application of international human rights law at Uzbekistan conference

ALGIERS - The Council of the Nation (Upper House of Parliament) affirmed, during its participation in the 12th World Conference of Young Parliamentarians in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, the need to uphold the provisions of international human rights law and …

Source: Algérie Presse Service - Pending
Published on 16:56 GMT

Falana seeks prosecution, recovery of N33.75bn meant for poor Nigerians

Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate the alleged failure to account for N33.75 billion in cash transfers meant for vulnerable Nigerians. Falana, …

Source: Vanguard - Indeterminate
Published on 20:07 GMT

Falana Demands EFCC Probe, Recovery Of N33.75bn Cash Transfer Funds, Prosecution Of Officials Who Stole It

Human rights lawyer and Chairman of the Alliance on Surviving COVID-19 and Beyond (ASCAB), Femi Falana, SAN, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate and recover N33.75 billion in cash transfers that the Auditor- …

Source: Sahara Reporters - Left-wing
Published on 18:28 GMT

Amal Clooney Takes the Editor-Beloved Wedge Trend and a Sheer Snakeskin Skirt to Venice Film Festival

Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Alongside being a renowned international human rights lawyer, Amal Clooney somehow finds time to support her husband's creative endeavors. Case in point: Amal is in …

Source: Marie Claire U.S. - Left-wing
Published on 13:53 GMT

Gani Fawehinmi paved way for emergence of more political parties, says Uba Sani

Uba Sani, governor of Kaduna, says Gani Fawehinmi, the late human rights lawyer, played a major role in opening up Nigeria’s political space and creating room for more political parties to emerge. Sani spoke on Saturday in Kaduna at the presentation of ‘ …

Source: New Mail - Pending
Published on Sep 4, 2026

O’Flaherty: Glorification of convicted war criminals is not protected speech under human rights law

“I call on all authorities to oppose the glorification of convicted war criminals and fulfill their legal obligations to ensure accountability, protect victims’ rights and support justice,” O’Flaherty said.

Source: N1 Info - Bosnia & Herzegovina - Neutral
Published on 19:43 GMT

NHRC, enforced disappearance bills passed amid opposition walkout

Parliament on Sunday passed three bills, including two important ones -- the National Human Rights Commission Bill, 2026 and the Enforced Disappearance Prevention and Redress Bill, 2026 -- amid protest from opposition lawmakers. Law, Justice and …

Source: United News of Bangladesh - Indeterminate
Published on 20:03 GMT

NHRC, enforced disappearance prevention bills passed amid opposition walkout

Parliament today (6 September) passed three bills, including two important ones -- the National Human Rights Commission Bill, 2026 and the Enforced Disappearance Prevention and Redress Bill, 2026 -- amid protest from opposition lawmakers. Law, Justice and …

Source: The Business Standard - Neutral
Published on 19:32 GMT

Business Notes: Norfolk honored for financial reporting; 6 appointed to Hampton Roads GO Virginia council

Appointed/elected Mustafa Farzad Mustafa Farzad has joined Williams Mullen’s Virginia Beach office as an associate in the finance and real estate section. Farzad advises lenders, developers, investors and business clients on commercial finance and real …

Source: Daily Press - Virginia - Neutral
Published on 13:41 GMT

Former Liberian VP released from jail pending trial

Former Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor (center) exits the Temple of Justice on Capitol Hill, in Monrovia, Liberia, on August 25, 2026. /CFP Former Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor (center) exits the Temple of Justice on Capitol Hill, in Monrovia, …

Source: CGTN - Gov't Propaganda
Published on 16:53 GMT

Confidential “study” used to dictate action of the Council of Europe’s decision-making body

Classified study used by the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe The external so-called compatibility study that had been prepared ahead of the… Classified study used by the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe The external so-called …

Source: The European Times - Pending
Published on 19:03 GMT

UN expert: 9 million Afghan children face severe hunger, 3.7 million acute malnutrition

An entire generation of Afghan children risks long-term and “potentially irreversible harm” as Taliban restrictions, widespread poverty, hunger and the dismantling of child protection systems deepen a crisis affecting millions of children, the UN special …

Source: Amu TV - Neutral
Published on 11:07 GMT

I will step down, vows Coltart

Coltart, who has previously declared his intention to exit office at the end of his current term, said he would consider staying on only if Bulawayo residents explicitly approved an extension through the ballot box. Bulawayo mayor David Coltart has …

Source: Southern Eye - Indeterminate
Published on 09:43 GMT

UPND Alliance Spars UN Human Rights Report

A government publicly disputing the findings of a United Nations human rights mandate holder is not, in ordinary circumstances, a routine political exchange. It is a moment in which a state stakes its own credibility against that of an international system …

Source: Lusaka Times - Neutral
Published on Sep 2, 2026

Top law schools for human rights law

Human rights law challenges lawyers to protect vulnerable communities, hold governments and institutions accountable and advance justice across borders. These schools prepare students through international fieldwork, litigation, policy research and global …

Source: The National Jurist - Pending
Published on 19:37 GMT

Irish government tells Stormont committee it ‘cannot co-operate’ with controversial legacy body

The Irish government has told a high profile Stormont committee it cannot co-operate with a controversial British government legacy body because it is incompatible with human rights laws. Foreign affairs minister Helen McEntee outlined the Dublin …

Source: The Irish News - Neutral
Published on 10:10 GMT

25 years after 9/11, many Muslims fear a new backlash

Sept. 6, 2026, 6:03 a.m. ET The morning of Sept. 11, 2001, began like any other day. Sabinah Mohyuddin was getting her kids ready for school in Clarksville, Tennessee, while her husband, a cancer physician, was still asleep. Then the first plane struck …

Source: USA Today - Neutral
Published on 12:16 GMT

UN Rapporteur Warns of Deepening Human Rights and Humanitarian Crisis Under Taliban Rule

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN – Richard Bennett, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan, has warned that children and young people are bearing the consequences of a deepening human rights, humanitarian and economic …

Source: Kabul Now - Neutral

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 17:50 GMT

Phillips & Associates Files Three Federal Sexual Harassment Lawsuits for Former Hosts at New York Restaurant Semma

Phillips & Associates addresses sexual harassment and retaliation in New York restaurants, including how manager power can affect workers’ income. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New York employment law firm …

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Published on August 26, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

ICRC Vice President: Arms Trade Treaty must be translated into action

Madame President, Excellencies, ladies and gentlemen, We gather at a pressing moment in history. The toll of armed conflict on civilians is mounting. The ICRC now counts more than 130 armed conflicts – twice as many as 15 years ago. Conflicts are lasting …

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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 20, 2026 - 20:23 GMT

EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: Aftereffects of latest Ceuta incident still being felt in Morocco ― Agreement on plans for EU ...

The aftereffects of the large-scale irregular crossing of the border between Morocco and the Spanish exclave of Ceuta are still being felt weeks after the incident. The EU has agreed plans to establish a maritime rescue centre in eastern Libya. More than 1 …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 13:59 GMT

When 'Restructuring' Targets Senior Leadership: Age Discrimination Risks for Ontario Executives

Lecker & Associates warns Ontario executives that restructuring may conceal age discrimination, putting severance and human rights claims at risk. ONTARIO, CANADA, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lecker & Associates, a Toronto- …

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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 July 28, 2026 - 14:26 GMT

York University’s Connected Minds and CIGI partner to strengthen global AI and neurotechnology governance

Toronto, ON, July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- York University’s Connected Minds: Neural and Machine Systems for a Healthy, Just Society and the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) are launching a 16-month pilot partnership to design and …

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Published on August 1, 2026 - 01:55 GMT

Freedom House Welcomes New Board Members Margaret Hoover, David Pressman

WASHINGTON—Freedom House is pleased to announce that journalist Margaret Hoover and former US Ambassador to Hungary David Pressman are joining the Freedom House Board. “On behalf of the entire Freedom House Board, I am thrilled to welcome Margaret Hoover …

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Published on September 6, 2026 - 15:25 GMT

Patent Attorney Launches Redesigned Website with Expanded Resources for Virginia Innovators

RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, September 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Patent Attorney, a U.S. intellectual property law firm serving inventors and businesses nationwide, is pleased to announce the launch of its redesigned website that provides …

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Published on September 5, 2026 - 12:51 GMT

Artane Partners Appoints Hashim Alawami as Chairman of the Board, Deepening Saudi and Gulf Investor Access

Former HSBC Saudi Arabia senior manager brings more than three decades of Gulf banking and investment experience to the Dublin-based placement agent's board. DUBLIN, IRELAND, September 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Artane Partners, the …

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Published on September 5, 2026 - 00:00 GMT

THE RAIMONDO LAW FIRM OBTAINS $800,000 SETTLEMENT FOR LONG ISLAND CLIENT INJURED IN UNSAFE LANE CHANGE COLLISION

$800,000 AUTO ACCIDENT SETTLEMENT FOR LONG ISLAND VICTIM WHO SUFFERED SERIOUS INJURIES NEEDING PERMANENT HARDWARE LAKE GROVE, NY, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Raimondo Law Firm, a personal injury practice based in …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 20:11 GMT

Phillips Law Group Named Among Expertise.com's Best Phoenix Truck Accident Lawyers for 2026

Expertise.com lists the firm among 18 Top Picks after reviewing 1,239 Phoenix-area providers. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Phillips Law Group has been recognized among Expertise.com’s Best Truck Accident Lawyers …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 18:32 GMT

Phillips Law Group Named to Arizona’s Most Admired Companies of 2026

AZ Big Media and BestCompaniesAZ recognize the firm among Arizona organizations honored for business excellence. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Phillips Law Group has been named to Arizona’s Most Admired Companies of …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on September 4, 2026 - 15:53 GMT

BitPath Holdings To Launch Tokenize Campaign for Over-The-Counter Market, Launches SPV for Qualified Issuers

It is time for small issuers to prepare for the quantum leap to the blockchain to enter digital capital markets that already work today. BitPath Holdings, Inc. (OTCMKTS:BPTH) PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 14:54 GMT

Harbin SHS Animal Rescue Confronts Dog Meat Market as Local Activists Join Fight

Rescuers in Harbin document dog trading, push authorities for enforcement and care for more than 1,500 rescued dogs. HARBIN, HEILONGJIANG, CHINA, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Harbin SHS Animal Rescue, a U.S.-registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 14:30 GMT

'The Global Advantage' Reaches No. 1 in Three Amazon Categories

New Book by D’Alessio Law Founder Lorraine D’Alessio Offers Business Leaders a Strategic Framework for Immigration and Global Talent. BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- D’Alessio Law is pleased to announce …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 14:20 GMT

O'Connor Injury Law Announces Winners of 2026 Teacher Appreciation Giveaway

Ten Staten Island educators each receive a $200 Amazon gift card ahead of the new school year STATEN ISLAND, NY, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- O'Connor Injury Law has announced the ten winners of its 2026 Teacher …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 13:07 GMT

Korea F-2 to F-5: Compliance Requirements and Key Reviews

Globevisa Group explains the latest compliance requirements, investment rules, and residency conditions for the South Korea F-2 to F-5 permanent residency path. SG, SINGAPORE, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The South Korean F-2 …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 13:04 GMT

Joliman Lawyers Pty Ltd Named Best Law Practice Business of the Year in Australia by Lawyer International – Legal 100

COHUNA, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For Joliman Lawyers, the 2026 recognition reflects an approach the firm has deliberately built into the way it practises law: clients should feel welcome, heard, respected and …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Prompt Flow Studio Launches a Multi-Model AI Workspace Built for Data Protection and Auditability

Compare, challenge and co-create across 400+ AI models — worldwide on the Web September 4, 2026; iOS and Android roll out next; enterprise controls in October. TOKYO, JAPAN, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EarthLink Network Co., Ltd. …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Fort Lauderdale Car Accident Attorney Marc Schiller Shares Tips for Preserving Evidence After a Crash

Evidence can quickly disappear, making early documentation important for a personal injury claim FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Schiller Kessler Group has released guidance to help people preserve …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Certified Medical Courier Professional (CMCP) Certification Prepares Drivers for Safe & Compliant Healthcare Deliveries

New online 12-course CMCP program provides medical courier training in HIPAA, OSHA, specimen handling, hazardous materials, and workplace safety. PROSPER, TX, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MedicalCourierCertification.net has …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 12:15 GMT

ATASK Pro Bono Attorney James Z. Collins Represents Domestic Violence Survivors in Massachusetts

Chinese-speaking attorney James Z. Collins helps domestic violence survivors navigate divorce, custody, and annulment cases through his ATASK partnership. BRIGHTON, MA, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- James Z. Collins has …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 11:30 GMT

Nine Swope, Rodante, Newsome & Steinberg Attorneys Named to 2027 Best Lawyers in America

Firm attorneys recognized across The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Swope, Rodante, Newsome & Steinberg is pleased to announce that nine …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 08:06 GMT

Consumer Justice Law Firm Secures Nearly $3 Million FCRA Verdict for Consumer Harmed by Inaccurate Reporting

The federal award signals a major shift in consumer protection, penalizing willful Fair Credit Reporting Act violations that cause devastating financial harm. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a decisive blow …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 07:43 GMT

Constar Technology Group Expands Contact Lens OEM Services for Saudi Arabia with SFDA-Compliant Manufacturing

BAIYIN, GANSU, CHINA, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FDA and CE certified contact lens manufacturer offers private label contact lenses, custom contact lens OEM production, and wholesale contact lens supply for the Saudi Arabian and Middle East …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 07:40 GMT

Law Offices of Joe Bornstein Launches 23rd Annual Arrive Alive Creative Contest for Maine High School Seniors

Statewide contest continues a 22-year tradition of encouraging Maine teens to spread safe-driving messages, with more than $200,000 in prizes awarded to date PORTLAND, ME, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Law Offices of …

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Published on September 4, 2026 - 06:43 GMT

A' International Strategic Design Awards 2026 Call for Entries Announced

A' Strategic Design Awards 2026 celebrates design strategies that drive innovation, business growth and meaningful organizational change. COMO, CO, ITALY, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, A' Design Award & Competition …

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