Human rights

News about Human Rights and Human Rights Violations, including commentary and archival articles published in The Workers Rights

Harvard Settles Antisemitism Lawsuit Filed by Jewish StudentHarvard Settles Antisemitism Lawsuit Filed by Jewish Student

Harvard Settles Antisemitism Lawsuit Filed by Jewish Student

Shabbos Kestenbaum, an Orthodox Jewish student, has reached an undisclosed settlement with Harvard University to resolve a contentious lawsuit alleging…

May 16, 2025
Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Lawsuit Under Review by US Supreme CourtTrump’s Birthright Citizenship Lawsuit Under Review by US Supreme Court

Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Lawsuit Under Review by US Supreme Court

On Thursday, the US Supreme Court heard arguments in a high profile case challenging former President Donald Trump’s executive order…

May 16, 2025
US Appeals Court Limits Key Provision of Voting Rights Act US Appeals Court Limits Key Provision of Voting Rights Act 

US Appeals Court Limits Key Provision of Voting Rights Act

In a groundbreaking ruling, the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled a private party may no longer sue under…

May 15, 2025
Harvard Adds to Lawsuit Against Trump Following $450M Grant LossHarvard Adds to Lawsuit Against Trump Following $450M Grant Loss

Harvard Adds to Lawsuit Against Trump Following $450M Grant Loss

Harvard University has broadened its lawsuit against the Trump administration after the federal government canceled an additional $450 million in…

May 14, 2025
Prince Harry Faces Backlash as His Charity Admits Human Rights AbusePrince Harry Faces Backlash as His Charity Admits Human Rights Abuse

Prince Harry Faces Backlash as His Charity Admits Human Rights Abuse

Prince Harry's links to African charitable groups have come under considerable scrutiny after revelations of human rights abuses and internal…

May 10, 2025
BluSmart Workers Protest: ‘Call Us by Our Name’BluSmart Workers Protest: ‘Call Us by Our Name’

BluSmart Workers Protest: ‘Call Us by Our Name’

BluSmart Mobility, once viewed as India’s green ride-hailing alternative, ceased operations in April 2025 leaving nearly 10,000 drivers unemployed without…

May 9, 2025
US Lawmakers Warns UK as Apple Backdoor Could Help CybercriminalsUS Lawmakers Warns UK as Apple Backdoor Could Help Cybercriminals

US Lawmakers Warns UK as Apple Backdoor Could Help Cybercriminals

In December 2024, the UK government issued a Technical Capability Notice (TCN) to Apple, requiring the firm to create a…

May 8, 2025
Is 200,000 Jobs in the US at Risk Because of the Proposed Tariffs?Is 200,000 Jobs in the US at Risk Because of the Proposed Tariffs?

Is 200,000 Jobs in the US at Risk Because of the Proposed Tariffs?

The American jewellery industry is a pillar of the luxury goods market and is warning that the US was exploring…

May 7, 2025
A New Study Shows How Migrant Children Face Fear & Lack Safety Crossing MexicoA New Study Shows How Migrant Children Face Fear & Lack Safety Crossing Mexico

A New Study Shows How Migrant Children Face Fear & Lack Safety Crossing Mexico

A new report from Save the Children and Plan International, provides an alarming description of the experiences migrant children have…

May 5, 2025
Communications Ministry Plans Endowment Fund to Rescue Struggling MediaCommunications Ministry Plans Endowment Fund to Rescue Struggling Media

Communications Ministry Plans Endowment Fund to Rescue Struggling Media

The Communications Ministry of Indonesia seeks to develop a public endowment fund, which would strengthen independent journalism across the country…

May 3, 2025