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Bangladesh, Israel and Gaza, Ukraine: Three pressing human rights news in focus

Bangladesh, Israel and Gaza, Ukraine: Three pressing human rights news in focus

The UN human rights chief on Monday called on the newly-elected Bangladeshi government to take the required steps to shield the nation's commitment to democracy and human rights. Sunday's election saw Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina

Craigslist Founder Donates $200,000 For Digital Rights With Grant To EFF

Craigslist Founder Donates $200,000 For Digital Rights With Grant To EFF

Craig Newmark, the founder of the website Craigslist, has been a big supporter of the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) for 30 years. Recently, his organization, Craig Newmark Philanthropies, gave EFF a new grant of $200,000.

Here’s What’s Happening in Burundi and Why the US is Worried about Human Rights

Here’s What’s Happening in Burundi and Why the US is Worried about Human Rights

Burundi, a small African country that has been plagued by political violence and human rights abuses for decades, is facing a new wave of repression and instability under the rule of President Évariste Ndayishimiye. The

Human Rights at Risk: Rohingya Targeted in Hate Campaign

Human Rights at Risk: Rohingya Targeted in Hate Campaign

In a deeply troubling incident, a group of university students recently stormed a shelter in Banda Aceh, housing Rohingya refugees, mainly women and children. Shocking online videos captured the students aggressively shouting, "expel the Rohingya,"

Can 2024 see an end to the US-Mexico migrant crisis?

Can 2024 see an end to the US-Mexico migrant crisis?

In recent news, multiple reports have highlighted that US officials processed an estimated 300,000 people at the US-Mexico border in the last month of 2023 - potentially the highest number ever recorded. The Department of

Florida Hunters Concerned About Rights Amidst Chronic Wasting Disease Outbreak

Florida Hunters Concerned About Rights Amidst Chronic Wasting Disease Outbreak

Chronic Wasting Disease, a serious brain and nervous system disease in deer, has been found for the first time in Florida. It was detected in a deer from Holmes County.  This disease is always fatal

Declaration of Human Rights: Celebrating Its 73rd Anniversary In France

Declaration of Human Rights: Celebrating Its 73rd Anniversary In France

In Paris, France, on December 10, 1948, a very important document called the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was signed. It says that everyone has the same rights, no matter their race, gender, language, or

Media Platforms Amplify Claims of Anti-Israel ‘Human Rights’ Organization, Including CNN

Media Platforms Amplify Claims of Anti-Israel ‘Human Rights’ Organization, Including CNN

In recent times, an organization named Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor has gained attention for its supposed dedication to advocating for human rights across Europe and the MENA region. Billing itself as a "youth-led independent, nonprofit

North Carolina Schools Face Complaints Over Parent’s Bill of Rights

North Carolina Schools Face Complaints Over Parent’s Bill of Rights

In Buncombe County, North Carolina, there's a big debate going on about the rights of parents in schools and how it affects LGBTQ+ students.  Last year, the Buncombe County Schools decided to follow a new

India transport strike sparks clashes and heavy disruptions: Key details inside

India transport strike sparks clashes and heavy disruptions: Key details inside

Ongoing protests and strikes by several transport associations led by the All India Motor Transport Congress have triggered significant disruptions and sporadic violence in multiple states, including Bihar, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan and Maharashtra.