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Guatemala: UN HRC Adopts Landmark Decision On Transgenerational Harm For Mayan Peoples Suffering Forced Displacement

GENEVA (8 May 2025) – The UN Human Rights Committee has found Guatemala internationally responsible for not implementing resettlement agreements and other reparation measures reached with members of the Mayan People for their continuing forced displacement …

Source: Scoop - Indeterminate
Published on May 8, 2025

Grenada tells UPR working group it intends to repeal death penalty

by Linda Straker Grenada’s Universal Period Review took place in Geneva on 5 May Last hanging occurred in Grenada in 1978 Privy Council ruled death penalty in Grenada is constitutional The Government of Grenada is planning to remove the death penalty as a …

Source: Now Grenada - Center-left
Published on May 8, 2025

Grenada moves toward abolishing death penalty, launches public consultation

The Government of Grenada has announced its intention to abolish the death penalty, initiating a national consultative process to gather public feedback before making a final decision on the matter. The announcement was made by Rae Thomas, Crown Counsel in …

Source: Caribbean National Weekly - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

UN Rights Body Rules Guatemala Failed Displaced Mayan Peoples

Friday, 9 May 2025, 7:41 am Press Release: UN News The landmark decision, announced on Thursday, also considered the harm caused to succeeding generations. “Forced displacement is permanent in nature until the victims benefit from a safe and dignified …

Source: Scoop - Indeterminate
Published on May 8, 2025

Press advocacy group urges Italy to investigate spyware attacks on journalists

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) alerted the public on Tuesday of a second case of spyware attack on a journalist and urged Italian authorities to investigate. CPJ’s Europe representative, Attila Mong, criticized the targeting of journalists and …

Source: JURIST - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Hong Kong: Rights groups denounce transnational repression of exiled activists’ families

ARTICLE 19 joined Human Rights Watch and 21 other human rights organisations in issuing a joint statement denouncing Hong Kong authorities’ escalation in transnational repression against leading US-based activist Anna Kwok and her family. On 2 May 2025, …

Source: ARTICLE 19 - Center-left
Published on May 8, 2025

Pahalgam to Poonch: Two tales of responses, India follows UNSC as Pakistan commits war crimes

On May 7, the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir became the centre of a serious and tragic event. Pakistan’s military began heavy and random artillery shelling on civilian areas in the Poonch district. The attack went on for almost nine hours and …

Source: Firstpost - Center-right
Published on May 8, 2025

Bridge-building for ethnic concerns

Recent months have witnessed intense negotiations in Thailand's parliament concerning the proposed new law on the protection and promotion of the livelihood of ethnic groups. Can the various gaps be truly bridged? The draft law already received initial …

Source: Bangkok Post - Center-right
Published on May 8, 2025

SC greenlights military trials of civilians

Listen to article ISLAMABAD: After holding nearly five dozen hearings, the Supreme Court's constitutional bench, by a 5-2 majority, has upheld the military court convictions of PTI activists accused of attacking military installations during the events …

Source: The Express Tribune - Indeterminate
Published on May 8, 2025

Trial of civilians in military courts: KBA voices its opposition to SC verdict

KARACHI: The Karachi Bar Association (KBA) here Wednesday rejected the judgment passed by seven-member bench of Supreme Court in ICA and connected appeals about trial of civilians in military courts. In a press release it alleged: “this retrogressive …

Source: Business Recorder - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

SC allows civilians’ trial in military courts

ISLAMABAD: The Constitutional Bench of the Supreme Court by majority of 5-2 set aside the SC judgment and restored Section 2 (1) (d) and Section 59 (4) of Pakistan Army Act, 1952. It referred the matter to the Government/ Parliament for considering and …

Source: Business Recorder - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

May 9 riots: SC’s CB declares civilians military trial as lawful

In dissenting order, Justices Mandokhail and Afghan set aside convictions of civilians by military courts over May 9 riots, declaring them as “without jurisdiction”. ISLAMABAD: In a majority decision, the Supreme Court’s Constitutional Bench (CB) on …

Source: Pakistan Today - Indeterminate
Published on May 7, 2025

Christian coalition calls for death penalty after brutal crimes against women and children

The Christian Coalition of Churches in Namibia has called for the reinstatement of the death penalty following a spate of brutal crimes against women and children countrywide. This comes as the police’s crime report for the long weekend included more …

Source: The Namibian - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

FG launches data protection academy to equip employees and job seekers on data privacy

The Federal Government has unveiled the Data Protection Virtual Academy, which aims to promote digital security across various sectors in the country. The academy, championed by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), aims to provide virtual …

Source: Technext - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

Targeting a Nation: Russian Airstrikes and the Crime of Persecution in Ukraine

How does one eliminate a nation? Start by wielding foreign influence over the nation’s representatives, using economic and political pressure to coerce politicians and enforce assimilation policies. When citizens rise up in protest, escalate to other means …

Source: Just Security - Left-wing
Published on May 7, 2025

Litigating The Maputo Protocol in relation to Conflict-related Sexual Violence Before the African Commission on Human ...

In a landmark decision adopted in 2024 and disclosed in April 2025 in Communication No. 700/18 dealing with the Minova case v. Democratic Republic of Congo (only available in French), the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (“the Commission …

Source: EJIL: Talk! - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

Shettima: Lawful Sharing of Secured Data Will Make Africa’s Economy Thrive

Oghenevwede Ohwovoriole in Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has stated that African economies will thrive when the continent is able to lawfully share secured data. He sated this in Abuja, Tuesday at the opening ceremony of the Network of African Data …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on May 6, 2025

Case vs PH filed with UN Human Rights Committee

FIVE YEARS after he was assassinated, the family of Jose Reynaldo “Jory” Porquia, Bayan Muna Coordinator for Iloilo City, brought a complaint against the Philippines before the Human Rights Committee, the international body that monitors the implementation …

Source: Panay News - Indeterminate
Published on May 6, 2025

FG unveils first data protection virtual academy

The Nigerian Data Protection Commission has officially unveiled the Data Protection Virtual Academy, a pioneering initiative designed to promote digital security across both the public and private sectors. The launch took place during the opening ceremony …

Source: Punch - Indeterminate

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 20:17 GMT

Joint statement on Artificial Intelligence and Freedom of Expression

BRUSSELS, 7 May 2025 - Considering the vital impact that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has on freedom of expression, freedom of the media and the information ecosystem; acknowledging that the development and use of AI can be beneficial but raise serious …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 14:05 GMT

Israel’s New INGO Registration Measures Are a Grave Threat to Humanitarian Operations and International Law – 55 ...

Oxfam, together with 54 organisations operating in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt) call for urgent action from the international community against new Israeli registration rules for international NGOs. Based on vague, broad, politicised …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 03:21 GMT

To safeguard human rights we must protect civic space and the right to peaceful assembly, OSCE leaders say

VIENNA, 5 May 2025 – A vibrant civic space in which everyone contributes to public and political life is increasingly challenged by growing threats to freedom of peaceful assembly and severe challenges faced by human rights defenders through discreditation …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 10:09 GMT

Slovenia presents its statement before the International Court of Justice in The Hague

SLOVENIA, May 2 - This is Slovenia's statement in the proceedings concerning the issuance of an advisory opinion on the obligations of Israel in relation to the presence and activities of the United Nations, other international organizations and third …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 11:05 GMT

Court House Lawyers Launches to Challenge the Legal Status Quo with a Client-First Approach in Southern California

GLENDALE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Court House Lawyers, a newly established firm in Glendale led by Managing Attorney George Mkrtchyan, Esq. has officially launched its legal services with an emphasis on Lemon Law and Personal …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 09:08 GMT

Begja Launches Transparent Marketplace Model with Seller-First Fee Policy

Global platform allows sellers to keep 100% of the sale and only pay a separate, refundable fee per successful transaction KEDIRI, EAST JAVA, INDONESIA, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As global marketplaces grow increasingly complex and …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 13:07 GMT

BBAI DEADLINE REMINDER: BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. Investors are Reminded to Contact BFA Law by the June 10 Class Action ...

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BBAI) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for potential …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 13:07 GMT

FLNC DEADLINE REMINDER: Fluence Energy, Inc. Investors are Reminded to Contact BFA Law by the May 12 Class Action ...

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against Fluence Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLNC) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for potential …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 13:07 GMT

VTRS DEADLINE REMINDER: Viatris Inc. Investors are Reminded to Contact BFA Law by the June 3 Class Action Deadline (...

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ: VTRS) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for potential violations of the …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 13:07 GMT

TBBK DEADLINE REMINDER: The Bancorp, Inc. Investors are Reminded to Contact BFA Law by the May 16 Class Action Deadline (...

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against The Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: TBBK) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for potential violations …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Humana Inc. - HUM

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Humana Inc. (“Humana” or the “Company”) (NYSE: HUM). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or 646-581-9980 …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of 3D Systems Corporation - DDD

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of 3D Systems Corporation (“3D Systems” or the “Company”) (NYSE: DDD). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

Conduit Pharmaceuticals Receives Further Patent Approval For Its Lead Asset Targeting Autoimmune Diseases

Conduit secures a composition of matter patent from the Korean Intellectual Property Office for its lead asset, AZD1656, a Glucokinase Activator targeting autoimmune disorders, positioning the Company for clinical development and strategic partnerships. …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

The Rosen Law Firm, P.A. and Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP Announce Proposed Class Action Settlement on Behalf of ...

NEWARK, N.J., May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Rosen Law Firm, P.A. and Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP announce that the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey has approved the following announcement of a proposed class action …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in TFI International Inc. of Class ...

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against TFI International Inc. (“TFI” or the “Company”) (NYSE: TFII). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw. …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Viatris Inc. of Class Action ...

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Viatris, Inc. (“Viatris” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VTRS). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Zenas BioPharma, Inc. of Class ...

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Zenas BioPharma, Inc. (“Zenas” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ZBIO). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@ …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of T-Mobile US, Inc. - TMUS

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of T-Mobile US, Inc. (“T-Mobile” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: TMUS). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. of ...

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. (“Ultra Clean” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: UCTT). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Fluence Energy, Inc. of Class ...

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Fluence Energy, Inc. (“Fluence” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: FLNC). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@ …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Treace Medical Concepts, Inc. - TMCI

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Treace Medical Concepts, Inc. (“Treace Medical” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: TMCI). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@ …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Arvinas, Inc. - ARVN

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Arvinas, Inc. (“Arvinas” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ARVN). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or 646-581- …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of GoHealth, Inc. - GOCO

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of GoHealth, Inc. (“GoHealth” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: GOCO). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or 646- …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Amerant Bancorp Inc. - AMTB

NEW YORK, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Amerant Bancorp Inc. (“Amerant” or the “Company”) (NYSE: AMTB). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or …

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