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Published on 07:19 GMT

Paul Rusesabagina, ‘Hotel Rwanda’ Hero, Freed From Prison

More than two and a half years after he was kidnapped on a private jet and later sentenced to prison on terror-related charges, Paul Rusesabagina, the hotelier turned dissident whose heroism was portrayed in “Hotel Rwanda,” was released from prison late …

Source: The New York Times - Neutral
Published on 09:08 GMT

‘Hotel Rwanda’ Dissident Released From Prison After Two and a Half Years

More than two and a half years after he was kidnapped on a private jet and later sentenced to prison on terrorism-related charges, Paul Rusesabagina, the hotelier turned dissident whose heroism was portrayed in “Hotel Rwanda,” was released from prison late …

Source: The New York Times - Neutral
Published on 08:12 GMT

MFA's reaction to UN accusations of executions and new city military administrations: last night's highlights

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs commented on UN reports on the alleged executions of Russian prisoners, and the President established three city military administrations in occupied Luhansk Oblast. Here is what you may have missed from the previous night. …

Source: Hromadske - Neutral
Published on 11:18 GMT

ExxonMobil Faces Legal Action from Nigerian Community Over Environmental Damage in International Court

Nigerian Community (Ibeno) Considers Dragging ExxonMobil to International Court The Ibeno community in Akwa Ibom State is considering taking legal action against ExxonMobil in an international court due to the company’s inaction regarding the remediation …

Source: TDPel Media - Uncategorized
Published on 09:25 GMT

Crimes of witchcraft: Why the AU is concerned

In 2018, a prosecution witness narrated before the Masindi High Court how suspicion of witchcraft led to the killing of his parent. Charles Okumu, who stood in the witness dock as the second prosecution witness, told the court that in 2013, he had been …

Source: The Daily Monitor - Uncategorized
Published on 08:22 GMT

Akwa Ibom community considers international legal action against ExxonMobil

Worried by the obstinacy of the oil giant, Exxon Mobil, to remediate its environment, Ibeno, an oil-producing community in Akwa Ibom State, is considering dragging the company to an international court. Ibeno, the host community of Exxon Mobil has …

Source: Daily Post - Neutral
Published on 02:15 GMT

New York City proposes new law that would ban hiring discrimination based on obesity

Dave Danna said the body positivity movement is promoting unhealthy lifestyles after losing nearly 60 pounds over the past six months on his own health journey. A law being considered by the New York City Council would add height and weight to the list of …

Source: KLIN News Talk - Nebraska - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 24, 2023

Education Cannot Wait: Transforming Education In Emergencies & Protracted Crises

Yasmine Sherif initially launched Education Cannot Wait (ECW), the UN’s global fund for education in emergencies and protracted crises, from a tiny office in New York in 2017, when the Fund became operational. Just a few years later, ECW, which is hosted …

Source: Forbes - Neutral
Published on Mar 24, 2023

World condemns Uganda’s anti-LGBTIQ+ bill

Human rights organisations and governments around the globe have condemned Uganda’s draconian anti-LGBTIQ+ bill which was passed by its parliament on Tuesday. If signed by President Museveni, the Anti-Homosexuality Bill, 2023 will double down on …

Source: The South African - Neutral
Published on Mar 24, 2023

Extrajudicial killings still cause for worry as lobbies push for justice

Spme 132 people were killed by police officers on duty while 20 disappeared forcefully in 2022, a report by Missing Voices says, highlighting the persistence of the issue of extrajudicial killings. However, the report by a variety of human rights …

Source: Nation Africa Kenya - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 24, 2023

Beauty Pageants And Academia – The Perfect Contradiction?

"It is important for us to come together and find long-term solutions that are strong enough to ... [+] ensure that future generations have the option to choose what they want to do with their lives, to leave a legacy, and to ultimately thrive”. Dr …

Source: Forbes - Neutral
Published on Mar 24, 2023

Tortured captives strip-searched for tattoos at gates of Russia's brutal prison camps

Ukrainian civilians brutally swiped from the street by Russian soldiers are strip searched for tattoos before vanishing. A war crimes investigator has revealed the grisly realities of abduction and torture inflicted on ordinary people by Vladimir Putin…

Source: Daily Star - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 23, 2023

Xi Jinping Thought and The End of (Chinese) History

Soon after the demise of the Soviet Union and the end of the Cold War in 1991, the American political scientist Francis Fukuyama posited the idea of “the end of history.” In the eyes of Fukuyama and several other Western experts, the evaporation of the …

Source: The Jamestown Foundation - Center-right
Published on Mar 23, 2023

Human Rights Council Concludes General Debate on Human Rights Situations that Require the Council’s Attention

OHCHR The Human Rights Council this morning concluded its general debate on agenda item four on human rights situations that require the Council’s attention. The general debate started in the previous meeting and a summary can be found here. In the general …

Source: The National Tribune - Center-left
Published on Mar 23, 2023

Core International Crimes Committed In Las Anod By Somaliland’s Forces – Analysis

Introduction The extreme violations of international humanitarian law have become rampant, consuming a large number of innocent people. The severe confrontation and intensive internal warfare that erupted in Las Anod district (the administrative capital of …

Source: Eurasia Review - Label Pending
Published on Mar 23, 2023

NHRC: Inaccessibility to Documents, Communities in North-east Hinder Panel’s Operation

Michael Olugbode in Abuja The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) yesterday complained that security challenges, travel restrictions and lack of access to documents and communities is affecting the ongoing probe of alleged impunity in counter-terrorism …

Source: This Day - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 23, 2023

2022 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Uzbekistan

BUREAU OF DEMOCRACY, HUMAN RIGHTS, AND LABOR EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Uzbekistan is a constitutional republic with a political system led by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and his allies. In the October 2021 presidential election, President Mirziyoyev won …

Source: U.S. Embassy in Uzbekistan - Gov't Institution
Published on Mar 23, 2023

Whose image is it anyway?

On Monday, a bill was passed by the National Assembly in France that will give courts the power to prevent parents posting pictures or videos of their kids online. The courts will decide, based on the child’s age and maturity, if the consent of both …

Source: The Spectator Australia - Right-wing
Published on Mar 23, 2023

Africa: Prioritising Human Rights in Africa

The plan is to bring these issues to policy and governance processes. Solomon Dersso was the Chairperson of the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights, the African Union's body charged with promoting and protecting human rights and other …

Source: All Africa - Neutral

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Published on March 23, 2023 - 14:40 GMT

Wandering Law in Barbados Declared Unconstitutional, Discriminatory

Following decades of failed political promises, the court's ruling sends a strong message that the outdated wandering legislation must be taken off the books. NEW YORK, USA, March 23, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The High Court of Barbados has …

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Published on March 20, 2023 - 12:15 GMT

Co-Author Mariana Fagnilli Talks About “A Voice For Justice And Fairness” In New Book Extraordinary Latinas II

The new book shares the stories of Latinas who, through purpose and resilience, embraced their uniqueness, built community, and empowered others to rise. UNITED STATES, March 20, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mariana Fagnilli is a senior executive …

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Published on March 13, 2023 - 08:38 GMT

Geneva: Call to Lift Veil on Cases of Enforced Disappearance in Tindouf Camps

MOROCCO, March 13 - Civil society organizations called, Friday in Geneva, to lift the state of emergency in the Tindouf camps, to grant the detained populations the right to peaceful demonstration and to shed light on cases of enforced disappearance. The …

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Published on March 8, 2023 - 23:59 GMT

New legal principles launched on International Women’s Day to advance decriminalization efforts

The International Committee of Jurists (ICJ) along with UNAIDS and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) officially launched a new set of expert jurist legal principles to guide the application of international human rights law to …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on March 7, 2023 - 16:45 GMT

2023년 3월 (Korean)

친애하는 주민, 이웃, 친구 여러분께, 1964년 민권법(Civil Rights Act) 제7편은 인종, 피부색, 종교, 국적, 성별에 따른 고용 차별을 금지하고 있습니다. 하지만 ‘성별’은 나중에 추가된 부문입니다. 아쉽게도 거의 60년이 지난 지금도 성희롱을 비롯한 성차별이 여전히 일어나고 있으며, 특히 고용 분야와 남성 지배적인 특정 분야에서 이러한 경향이 두드러집니다. 현대적이고 진보적인 시대로 여겨지는 21세기에 나타난 2017년 ‘미투( …

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Published on March 7, 2023 - 09:24 GMT

Activists in Geneva Exemplify Human Rights Violations with Tindouf Camps

MOROCCO, March 7 - The Tindouf camps in southern Algeria are a perfect example of degrading practices and human rights violations in conflict zones, of which women and children are the main victims, human rights activists said in Geneva on Monday. At a …

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Published on March 6, 2023 - 23:55 GMT

The war in Ukraine one year on

On 24 February, one year after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and with a current migration crisis in Europe, the Migration Policy Centre, with the support of two EUI Ukrainian scholars, has organised a conference to assess the situation of displaced …

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Published on March 3, 2023 - 22:20 GMT

Hnin Khaing Confirmed as Director of the DC Office of Human Rights

(WASHINGTON, DC) – On February 8, 2023, the DC Council confirmed Hnin Khaing as the Director of the DC Office of Human Rights (OHR). She was appointed by Mayor Bowser on October 28, 2022. With her confirmation, she becomes the first Asian American Director …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 19:30 GMT

Recovery Options for NBA Players Harmed by Brian Gilder and Darryl Cohen

On March 23, 2023, the Department of Justice announced the arrests of Brian Gilder, Darryl Cohen, Charles Briscoe and Calvin Darden, Jr. NEW YORK, NEW YORK, USA, March 24, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MDF Law, a New York based law firm, wants to …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 19:27 GMT

Judicial Watch Sues Department of Defense on Behalf of STARRS

STARRS is a 501(c)3 organization operating to provide educational information related to racism and radicalism in the military. COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- STARRS filed Freedom of Information …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 18:35 GMT

Justice at Last? Disgraceful Yoga Guru Bikram Choudhury May No Longer Be Able to Dodge the Law

After 8 long years of litigation, the survivor of the Bikram Case may see monetary relief LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At the vulnerable age of 18, Jill Lawler joined Bikram’s Yoga Training Seminar …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 18:26 GMT

Whistleblowing Canada Participates in March 24th Whistleblowing Awareness Day Activities in Canada and the UK

- Whistleblowers help maintain integrity, accountability and democracy and deserve protection and acknowledgement. OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, March 24, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today is Whistleblowing Awareness Day in Canada – first inaugurated …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 18:00 GMT

Mark Charles Law, APC Protects Victims of Age Discrimination in the Workplace in Pasadena, CA

In every way, subtle or significant, age discrimination at work is against the law. PASADENA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Age discrimination at work is not always obvious. In fact, it can be understated and …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 16:26 GMT

Rhino Web Studios Expands Service Offerings with Press Release Marketing Services and Releases New Report

Rhino Web Studios Empowers Businesses with Innovative Press Release Marketing Solutions NEW ORLEANS, LA, US, March 24, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rhino Web Studios, a leading digital marketing agency, is excited to announce the expansion of its …

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Published on March 25, 2023 - 00:25 GMT

ROSEN, NATIONAL TRIAL COUNSEL, Encourages Techtronic Industries Company Limited Investors to Inquire About Securities ...

NEW YORK, March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, continues its investigation of potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Techtronic Industries Company Limited (OTC: TTNDY) resulting from …

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Published on March 25, 2023 - 00:01 GMT

ROSEN, LEADING INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Mallinckrodt plc Investors to Inquire About Securities Class Action ...

NEW YORK, March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces that it is investigating potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Mallinckrodt plc (NYSE American: MNK) resulting from …

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Published on March 25, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

ROSEN, GLOBAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel ...

NEW YORK, March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the common stock of Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (NYSE: FIS) between February 9, 2021 and February 10, 2023, both …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 23:57 GMT

FOXO Shareholder News: Johnson Fistel Encourages Shareholders with Losses to Contact the Firm Regarding Investigation

SAN DIEGO, March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shareholder rights law firm Johnson Fistel, LLP (www.JohnsonFistel.com) is investigating FOXO Technologies Inc. (“FOXO” or the “Company”) (NYSE_AM: FOXO). FOXO or any of its executive officers, or others …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 23:45 GMT

ROSEN, A LEADING NATIONAL FIRM, Encourages Alico, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in ...

NEW YORK, March 24, 2023 (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 securities of Alico, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALCO) between February 4, 2021 and December 13 …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 23:41 GMT

Submit Your Information: Johnson Fistel Urges Shareholders to Join Stanley Black & Decker Class Action Lawsuit - SWK

SAN DIEGO, March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shareholder rights law firm Johnson Fistel, LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors of Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. ("Stanley") (NYSE: SWK). The class action …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 22:46 GMT

ROSEN, RECOGNIZED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Inspirato Incorporated Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important ...

NEW YORK, March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Inspirato Incorporated (NASDAQ: ISPO) between May 11, 2022 and December 15, 2022, both dates inclusive (the “Class …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 22:21 GMT

ROSEN, NATIONAL TRIAL LAWYERS, Encourages Zynex, Inc. Investors to Inquire About Class Action Investigation – ZYXI

NEW YORK, March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, continues to investigate potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Zynex, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZYXI) resulting from allegations that Zynex may have …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 22:12 GMT

TUP INVESTOR ALERT: ROSEN, GLOBAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Tupperware Brands Corporation Investors to Secure Counsel ...

NEW YORK, March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces it has filed a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of the securities of Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE: TUP) between March 10, 2021 …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 22:12 GMT

RH EQUITY ALERT: ROSEN, TOP RANKED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages RH Investors to Inquire About Class Action Investigation ...

NEW YORK, March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces an investigation of potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of RH (NYSE: RH) resulting from allegations that RH may have issued …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 21:55 GMT

ROSEN, TOP RANKED GLOBAL COUNSEL, Encourages Atlassian Corporation Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline ...

NEW YORK, March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of common stock of Atlassian Corporation (NASDAQ: TEAM) between August 5, 2022 and November 3, 2022, both dates inclusive (the “Class …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 21:45 GMT

ROSEN, GLOBAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Fox Corporation Investors to Inquire About Class Action Investigation – FOX, ...

NEW YORK, March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces an investigation of potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Fox Corporation (NASDAQ: FOX, FOXA) resulting from allegations that …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 20:55 GMT

Gainey McKenna & Egleston Investigates The Officers And Directors Of CleanSpark, Inc. (CLSK)

NEW YORK, March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gainey McKenna & Egleston announces that it is investigating the officers and directors of CleanSpark, Inc. (“CleanSpark” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: CLSK) for potential breaches of fiduciary duties, waste of …

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Published on March 24, 2023 - 20:48 GMT

HAGENS BERMAN, NATIONAL TRIAL ATTORNEYS, Encourages Veradigm (MDRX) Investors with Substantial Losses to Contact Firm, ...

SAN FRANCISCO, March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hagens Berman urges Veradigm Inc. (NASDAQ: MDRX) investors who suffered substantial losses to submit your losses now. Veradigm Inc. (MDRX) Investigation: The investigation focuses on the propriety of …

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