Human rights

Brazilian politician attacks police with rifle and grenades

Brazilia - Brazil's toxic presidential election took a surreal and violent turn after far-right President Jair Bolsonaro's radical ally used…

October 26, 2022

Rishi Sunak calls for stability and unity as he wins contest to be PM

UK - Rishi Sunak issued a call for unity in the face of "serious economic challenges" after winning the race…

October 25, 2022

Russia’s grip on Kherson slips as civilians flee Ukraine counteroffensive

Ukraine - Russia's grip on Kherson seemed increasingly fragile after the weekend, when all civilians were ordered to evacuate immediately…

October 24, 2022

Chad capital security forces kill dozens of demonstrators

Chad - According to the country's prime minister, security forces in the capital of Chad, N'Djamena, have forcibly dispersed rallies…

October 22, 2022

Iranian teachers call for nationwide ​​strike in protest over deaths and ​​detention of students

Iran - A teachers' union in Iran has called for a nationwide teachers' strike to protest the recent deaths and…

October 22, 2022

Women Move To Court For Lawful Release From Death Detention Traps In Syria

Syria - Two British mothers have gone to court to end their year long struggle of release from detention camp…

October 22, 2022

Who could replace Liz Truss as prime minister?

UK - Liz Truss has announced she will be resigning, meaning there will now be another leadership election to decide…

October 21, 2022

China Uses Influencers To Paint Positive Picture About Minorities

China - The new tactic by China is to use social media influencers to make it look as if it…

October 21, 2022

What Are Human Rights Violations?

Global - A breach of human rights occurs when individuals are prevented from exercising their constitutionally protected rights to freedom…

October 20, 2022

Iranian authorities have a playbook for silencing dissent, and they’re using it again

Iran - Farhad, a 37-year-old father of two, understands well the cost of speaking out against the Iranian government, but…

October 20, 2022

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