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Meet the Kenyan man shaping a francophone future in East Africa

UN human rights advisor Chris Mburu turned his Kenyan hometown of Mitahato into something unexpected: a French-speaking village. After learning the language himself later in life, Mburu is determined to give local children a head start – opening doors to career and education opportunities across Africa and beyond. He shared…

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2 sisters from Egypt were among those killed in Mexican army shooting

One Egyptian girl, 11, and her 18-year-old sister were among those killed after Mexican army troops opened fire on a truck carrying migrants earlier this week

The Independent UK

At least 70 killed in gang attack on Haitian town, UN says

The death toll from a grisly attack Thursday on a small Haitian town by the heavily armed Gran Grif gang has risen to at least 70, the UN human rights office said Friday, adding that women and children were among those killed.

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Marco Rubio-linked thinktank produces anti-LGBTQ+ conspiracy theory videos

Videos voiced by Nate Hochman tout conspiracy theories about McKinsey and have elements of fascist rhetoric

The Guardian - US

Belarus Opposition Leader Urges Release Of Political Prisoners

Belarusian opposition leader calls for release of political prisoners in Belarus amid crackdown by Lukashenko. Ongoing human rights violations underscore n...

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Protesters wouldn’t have to fight for police permission if NSW had less ‘undemocratic’ system, expert says

Advocates urge state government to scrap approval system and adopt charter of human rights similar to Victoria and Queensland

The Guardian - AU

Congress knew a TikTok ban wasn't legal

It’s ironic for the Justice Dept. to argue banning an app used for self-expression is necessary for human rights

Salon

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The darker side of human rights for great apes

The Spanish government has announced plans to ban harmful experiments on great apes as part of a wider initiative to give them increased rights closer to the ones humans enjoy.

The Conversation

Georgia Enacts Law Curtailing LGBTQ+ Rights, Echoes Russia

Georgia enacts controversial LGBTQ+ restrictions, sparking criticism and concerns about human rights and political implications.

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Palestinian, Filipino and Mozambican activists and a London research agency given human rights award

The Right Livelihood Award has been given to activists from the Palestinian territories, the Philippines and Mozambique as well as to a U_K_ research agency for making "a profound impact on their communities.”

The Independent UK

US bans new types of goods from China over allegations of forced labor

The Department of Homeland Security has announced that it would ban the import of goods from a Chinese steel manufacturer and a Chinese maker of artificial sweetener

The Independent UK

DHS Bans Chinese Steel And Sweetener Imports Over Forced Labor

U.S. bans imports from Chinese companies over forced labor allegations in Xinjiang, signaling a shift in trade relations.

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DEA ignored waterboarding, torture by Latin American police partners, says watchdog

The US Drug Enforcement Administration allegedly failed to properly report flagrant human rights violations which also included pistol-whipping, and Tasing suspects until they blacked out or vomited

The Independent UK

Amnesty International boss concerned over Holyrood approach to Israel

THE boss of a major UK charity has criticised the Scottish Government’s “inconsistent” approach to its relationship with Israel.

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The Guardian - UK

Saudi fitness instructor stabbed in face while jailed over women’s rights posts

Pen used in assault on Manahel al-Otaibi, who has been imprisoned for 11 years for ‘terrorist’ tweets after secret trial

Salon

Walz blasts Vance on abortion

"This is basic human rights": Tim Walz hits JD Vance on abortion rights position

The Independent UK

Watchdog blasts DEA for not reporting waterboarding, torture by Latin American partners

A federal government watchdog is blasting the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration for failing to timely report human rights violations committed by Latin American law enforcement partners who admitted to torturing crime suspects

The National (Scotland)

Scottish justice system ‘institutionally racist’, lawyer tells Sheku Bayoh inquiry

A HUMAN rights lawyer has branded the Scottish criminal justice system “institutionally racist” as he gave evidence at the Sheku Bayoh Inquiry…

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Longest living former US President Jimmy Carter turns 100

Carter served only one term but built lasting legacy of promoting human rights, including through criticism of Israel.

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Tibetans Protest China's Human Rights Violations In India

Tibetans in India protest China's human rights abuses in Tibet, calling for international support.

The Independent UK

Tibetan group in India protests against China and human rights situation in homeland

Dozens of Tibetans living in India protested outside China’s embassy against the human rights situation in their homeland, which China annexed in 1951

The Guardian - UK

Former human rights lawyer admits fraud over Iraq war claims

Phil Shiner sought up to £200,000 of legal aid funding to represent clients including Khuder Al-Sweady

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Julian Assange To Address Council Of Europe Committee

Julian Assange set to address Council of Europe on human rights impact of his detention and conviction, following his release from prison.

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Biden Administration Opts Out Of UN Human Rights Council

Biden administration opts out of seeking re-election to U.N. Human Rights Council, citing concerns over voting patterns and anti-Israel bias.

The Independent UK

US opts out of running for reelection on UN Human Rights Council

The Biden administration has decided not to seek a second consecutive term on the much-maligned U.N. Human Rights Council

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