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Published on Feb 19, 2021

Human Rights Watch Demands Proof Of Life For Dubai Princess Who Claimed To Be Held Hostage

Human Rights Watch is calling for proof of life for Princess Latifa, the 33-year-old daughter of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai. Princess Latifa claims she is currently being held hostage by her family after she attempted to …

Source: Daily Caller - Right-wing
Published on Feb 19, 2021

Crimes Against Humanity: China’s Genocide of Uyghurs and Falun Gong Adherents

The world is living right in the middle of two modern-day tragedies: the genocide of Uyghur Muslims and Falun Gong spiritual adherents in China. Independent investigations and researches have confirmed that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has …

Source: The Epoch Times - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 18, 2021

Trust in law at risk if ministers bypass parliament, says ex-legal chief

Public trust in the law is at risk if ministers continue to rush through hundreds of new rules and legislation, bypassing parliament and leaving citizens, businesses and police in the dark, the former head of the government’s legal department has said. Sir …

Source: The Guardian - Neutral
Published on Feb 18, 2021

'Where No One Dares Speak Up': China Disbars Lawyers On Sensitive Cases

For most of the last decade, lawyer Ren Quanniu made a name for himself in China representing members of the outlawed religious philosophical group Falun Gong — politically sensitive cases other attorneys would not touch. In January, he was tasked with …

Source: Valley Public Radio - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 18, 2021

Loved It's a Sin? The best books on LGBT+ history

Russell T Davies’s brilliant TV series It’s a Sin has ensured that right on time for LGBT+ history month comes a story of the HIV/Aids pandemic. It is a powerful reminder of hope, loss, abandonment and callous opportunism by the anti-LGBT brigade – …

Source: The Guardian - Neutral
Published on Feb 18, 2021

EU must take 'urgent steps over Poland's human rights violations'

CIVICUS, an NGO tracking civic freedoms, has put Poland on its human rights watchlist citing repression of protests, a crackdown on LGBTQI+ rights and attacks on independent media. The organisation called on Thursday on the Europen Union to take " …

Source: Euronews - Neutral
Published on Feb 18, 2021

French National Assembly passes anti-extremism bill proposing stricter rules for religion

Paris, France, Feb 17, 2021 / 05:36 pm MT (CNA).- The French National Assembly has passed a bill that backers say will counter extremism and separatism, especially among French Muslims. However, the bill includes stricter controls on religion, bars …

Source: Catholic News Agency - Right-wing
Published on Feb 17, 2021

UN Special Rapporteur's Report on Impact of US Blockade Against Venezuela

Venezuelanalysis republishes the complete preliminary findings of the UN Special Rapporteur on the negative impact of unilateral coercive measures on the enjoyment of human rights, Ms. Alena Douhan, following her recent visit to Venezuela. These …

Source: Venezuela Analysis - Left-wing
Published on Feb 17, 2021

Half of minority ethnic students harassed at Glasgow University, report shows

A report into racism at the University of Glasgow has found half of black and minority ethnic students surveyed have been harassed more than twice since beginning their studies. The university’s vice-chancellor, Prof Sir Anton Muscatelli, apologised “ …

Source: News (South Africa) - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 17, 2021

UAE a 'lawless country with good PR', says Princess Latifa campaigner

A human rights lawyer has told Euronews that the decision to raise the alarm over the plight of Princess Latifa has been vindicated by the international reaction. David Haigh released videos in which Latifa — the daughter of one of the United Arab Emirates …

Source: Euronews - Neutral
Published on Feb 17, 2021

UN Special Rapporteur Blasts ‘Devastating’ and ‘Illegal’ US and EU Sanctions against Venezuela

Mérida, February 15, 2021 (venezuelanalysis.com) – The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the negative impact of unilateral coercive measures on the enjoyment of human rights has visited Venezuela and blasted Washington’s sanctions regime. Alena Douhan, …

Source: Venezuela Analysis - Left-wing
Published on Feb 17, 2021

Momentum Builds for an Australian Magnitsky Act

AdvertisementAustralia should act swiftly to enact a U.S. Magnitsky-like sanctions regime. As recommended by a parliamentary committee in December last year, advancing new stand-alone laws would build on international momentum and place an increased focus …

Source: The Diplomat - Neutral
Published on Feb 17, 2021

Hotel quarantine rule shambles as public and police face 'big difficulty’'

Glaring loopholes in quarantine north and south of the border are putting the public and police in a "very difficult position", a legal expert warned. John Scott QC is reviewing the way covid laws have been applied by police, and was critical of …

Source: Daily Record & Sunday Mail - Left-wing
Published on Feb 16, 2021

David Rose organised Shahzad's meeting with CEO of Broadsheet

LONDON: The Broadsheet LLC CEO, Kaveh Moussavi’s, first meeting in London with Prime Minister Imran Khan’s accountability adviser Shahzad Akbar was organised by Daily Mail journalist David Rose, who wanted Broadsheet to pay him a commission of £250,000 to …

Source: The News International - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 16, 2021

The International Criminal Court’s new chief prosecutor is controversial

Karim Khan will have to mend the court’s tattered reputation BORIS JOHNSON’S government was cock-a-hoop. The election on February 12th of Karim Khan, a British barrister, as chief prosecutor for the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague was …

Source: The Economist - Neutral
Published on Feb 15, 2021

Meet the Congolese ex-asylum seeker soon to lead a Scottish university

With a history stretching back more than four centuries, the University of Edinburgh is already one of the oldest in Scotland and the English-speaking world. Next month, it will make history yet again — by appointing a former refugee as its rector. The …

Source: Euronews - Neutral
Published on Feb 15, 2021

Judge grants judicial review into Scottish church closures during lockdown

Rev Dr William Philip, leader of The Tron Church in Glasgow (pictured), is one of 27 Christian leaders challenging church closures during lockdown in Scotland.(Photo: Facebook/The Tron Church) Scottish ministers are to face a judicial review into why …

Source: Christian Today - Right-wing
Published on Feb 14, 2021

Denied a voice as a “lost” child, Harney continues to speak out

ELLSWORTH — Ellsworth resident Mary Harney left for her native Ireland in 2019 for two reasons: to earn a master’s degree in international human rights law and to continue pushing for truth and accountability in a shameful period in Irish history, when …

Source: The Ellsworth American - Maine - Neutral
Published on Feb 14, 2021

Edinburgh University appoints first black rector

It's been more than 16 years since Debora Kayembe fled her home in the Democratic Republic of Congo after learning that a gun-running militia group that she had helped to expose wanted to kill her. Since then, Kayembe sought asylum in Britain, started …

Source: Digital Journal - Neutral

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Published on December 10, 2020 - 20:56 GMT

NYS Division of Human Rights Celebrates 75th Anniversary of the New York State Human Rights Law September 23, 2020 New ...

The New York State Division of Human Rights announced that it will celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the New York State Human Rights Law, and International Human Rights Day, by presenting an exciting virtual conference series bringing together civil rights …

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Published on February 18, 2021 - 05:28 GMT

In Celebration of Black Americans with Disabilities

Article by Angela Nevin We know that month-long celebrations can fizzle and wane as the month goes by. So, we want to take the opportunity to add a fresh voice to celebrating the individuals who make a difference in the lives of Black Americans with …

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Published on February 8, 2021 - 21:53 GMT

Senate Majority To Advance Legislative Package To Combat Housing Discrimination

(Albany, NY) Today, the Senate Democratic Majority will advance major legislation to continue addressing housing discrimination across New York State. This legislative package was created following two public hearings on housing discrimination that …

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Published on August 5, 2020 - 18:23 GMT

Amazon Watch Takes On “Judicial Corruption in the U.S.” with Webinar in Support of Human Rights Lawyer Steven Donziger

August 6 event supporting DonzigerDefense.com features Roger Waters, Civil Liberties Defense Center’s Lauren Regan & Global Witness’s Simon Taylor NEW YORK, NY, USA, August 5, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amazon Watch announced today a special …

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Published on August 3, 2020 - 16:09 GMT

Revoking Real Estate Licenses for Violations of Human Rights Law

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed legislation (S6874-A/ A8903-A) explicitly granting the Department of State the authority to discipline real estate professionals found to have violated provisions of the state Human Rights Law by revoking or …

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Published on January 17, 2021 - 19:05 GMT

Tamils Unitedly Urge UN Human Rights Council to Refer Sri Lanka to International Criminal Court (ICC)

" we urge Member States to take decisive and timely action to grant redress to the people who have been denied justice thus far" JAFFNA, SRI LANKA, January 17, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a joint letter to 47 Member States …

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Published on January 16, 2021 - 08:39 GMT

Prominent Leaders Voice Strong Support for Attorney General James’ Lawsuit Against NYPD

State and Community Leaders and Scholars Across New York Praise Fight Against Excessive Use of Force NEW YORK – After New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit yesterday against the New York Police Department (NYPD) for excessive use of force …

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Published on January 16, 2021 - 08:26 GMT

Prominent Leaders Voice Strong Support for Attorney General James’ Lawsuit Against NYPD

State and Community Leaders and Scholars Across New York Praise Fight Against Excessive Use of Force NEW YORK – After New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit yesterday against the New York Police Department (NYPD) for excessive use of force …

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Published on February 27, 2021 - 04:15 GMT

Frozen Pipes Criple Texas

HOUSTON, TEXAS, USA, February 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Frozen Pipes Criple Texas As Texas recovers from the arctic blast, pipe problems will remain an issue for many Texans. San Antonio alone reported more than 10,000 claims related to …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 21:32 GMT

Attorney Alexander Petraglia Providing Free Consultations on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury Cases

Alex Petraglia, leading criminal defense and family attorney, announces free consultations for anyone in need in the Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati areas. INDEPENDENCE, KY, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Alex Petraglia, …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 21:30 GMT

California Area Therapists to Lead Covid-19 Divorce Training

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California Area Therapists to Lead Covid-19 Divorce Training Marital separations and divorces continue to surge amid the Covid-19 pandemic. A group of Collaborative …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 21:18 GMT

Allan W. Fung Joins Pannone Lopes Devereaux & O’Gara LLC as Partner

JOHNSTON, RHODE ISLAND, USA, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pannone Lopes Devereaux & O’Gara LLC (PLDO) announced today that Allan W. Fung, former Mayor of the City of Cranston, has joined the firm as a Partner. “Allan has served …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 20:06 GMT

Renowned Car Accident Attorney Tyler Nicoll Secures $300,000 Settlement for Woman Injured by Delivery Truck

Renowned Car Accident Attorney Tyler Nicoll Secures $300,000 Settlement for Woman Injured by Delivery Truck NAPLES, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tyler Nicoll Naples Car Accident Attorney successfully negotiated …

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Published on February 27, 2021 - 03:50 GMT

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: CLAIMSFILER REMINDS APA, EH, EBIX, FUBO INVESTORS of Lead Plaintiff Deadline in Class Action Lawsuits

NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors of pending deadlines in the following securities class action lawsuits: EHang Holdings Limited (EH) Class Period: 12/12/2019 - 2…

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Published on February 27, 2021 - 03:50 GMT

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: CLAIMSFILER REMINDS PEN, QS, SWI INVESTORS of Lead Plaintiff Deadline in Class Action Lawsuits

NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors of pending deadlines in the following securities class action lawsuits: SolarWinds Corporation (SWI) Class Period: 10/18/2018 - 12 …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 14:17 GMT

Perrin Conferences to Hold Virtual Sexual Abuse Litigation and Coverage Conference

This one-day virtual conference will take place on March 18, 2021 and features litigators from high profile cases, major insurance carriers, and more. WAYNE, PENNSYLVANIA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Perrin Conferences …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 13:00 GMT

Nevada Mesothelioma Victims Center Has Endorsed Attorney Erik Karst of Karst von Oiste to Make Certain a Navy Veteran ...

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, USA, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Nevada Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "If you are a Navy Veteran with recently diagnosed mesothelioma anywhere in Nevada or their family members-we have endorsed attorney …

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Published on February 27, 2021 - 01:00 GMT

Gainey McKenna & Egleston Announces A Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against AgEagle Aerial Systems, Inc. (UAVS)

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gainey McKenna & Egleston announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against AgEagle Aerial Systems, Inc. (“AgEagle” or the “Company”) (NYSE: UAVS) in the United States District Court for the …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 12:00 GMT

Utah US Navy Veterans Lung Cancer Advocate Has Endorsed Attorney Erik Karst of Karst von Oiste to Ensure a Navy Veteran ...

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH, USA, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Utah US Navy Veterans Lung Cancer advocate says, "We have endorsed attorney Erik Karst of the law firm of Karst von Oiste to make certain a Navy Veteran or person with …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 23:45 GMT

ROSEN, A RANKED AND LEADING FIRM, Encourages CleanSpark, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline – ...

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of CleanSpark, Inc. (NASDAQ: CLSK) between December 31, 2020 and January 14, 2021, inclusive (the “Class Period”), of …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 23:15 GMT

ROSEN, TOP RANKED NATIONAL INVESTOR ATTORNEYS, Encourages Clover Health Investments, Corp. f/k/a Social Capital ...

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Clover Health Investments, Corp. f/k/a Social Capital Hedosophia Holdings Corp. III (NASDAQ: CLOV, CLOVW) ( …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 11:00 GMT

Governments and Corporations are Responsible for the Death of Small Business

No More Excuses: Small Business Needs Support, Not Lockdowns and Unfair Restrictions TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- How many small businesses throughout Canada have struggled and closed while many large …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 22:02 GMT

ROSEN, NATIONAL TRIAL LAWYERS, Encourages Ebix, Inc. Investors with Losses Exceeding $100K to Secure Counsel Before ...

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of the securities of Ebix, Inc. (NASDAQ: EBIX) between November 9, 2020 and February …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 21:54 GMT

Animal Alliance of Canada sends lawyer’s letter to Ontario’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry regarding ...

TORONTO, Feb. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Animal Alliance of Canada, along with allied organizations, has yet again hired lawyer, Peter Copeland, to compose a letter opposing wildlife-killing contests in Ontario. The letter urges Minister John Yakabuski …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 18:47 GMT

Kaskela Law LLC Announces Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit Against AgEagle Aerial Systems, Inc. (UAVS) and Encourages ...

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaskela Law LLC announces that a shareholder class action lawsuit has been filed against AgEagle Aerial Systems, Inc. (“AgEagle” or the “Company”) (NYSE: UAVS) on behalf of investors who purchased shares of …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 18:31 GMT

NCLA Amicus Brief Says ‘Police Power’ Belongs with Arizona Legislature, Not with the Governor

Washington, D.C., Feb. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- “Police Power” in the hands of the governor does not include the power to legislate, argues the amicus brief filed today by the New Civil Liberties Alliance, a nonpartisan, nonprofit civil rights group, …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 18:21 GMT

Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP Reminds iRhythm Technologies, Inc. Investors of Important Deadline in Securities ...

RADNOR, Pa., Feb. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California against …

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Published on February 26, 2021 - 16:09 GMT

MPLN INVESTOR ALERT: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Announces that a Securities Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against ...

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard, a nationally acclaimed investor rights law firm, announces that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased or acquired the securities of MultiPlan …

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