Tag: Human rights violations
Rights of Visa Holders and Others Amid Pro-Palestinian Student Organizer Arrest
The federal government's recent decision to take action against a Columbia University graduate student, Mahmoud Khalil, by revoking his green card and potentially deporting...
ACLU sues over alleged abuses in Kern County immigration raids
Immigration Raids in Kern County Spark ACLU LawsuitIn January, the Central Valley was thrust into turmoil as immigration sweeps rattled the Kern County community....
Detention Center Operator Retaliated Against Immigrant Detainees, Labor Board Finds
Detention Center Operator Retaliated Against Immigrant Detainees, Labor Board FindsPrivate prison company GEO Group is facing accusations of retaliating against immigrant detainees who protested...
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston Warns Against Trump’s Mass Migrant Deportations
Democratic Denver Mayor Mike Johnston is standing firm against President-elect Trump's proposed immigration policies. He compared the situation to the infamous Tiananmen Square incident...
Dictators Without Borders: Understanding the Role of the RDI
A little over two years ago, a man armed with an AK-47 assault rifle waited outside Iranian dissident Masih Alinejad’s home in Brooklyn, New...
Mark Cuban Supports NBA’s China Partnership Despite Human Rights Concerns
Dallas Mavericks minority owner Mark Cuban has expressed his support for the NBA's partnership with China, despite concerns about human rights violations in the...
Legal Ruling: Firing Squad Execution Allowed in South Carolina
The South Carolina Supreme Court recently made a ruling that allows death row prisoners to choose from three methods of execution: death by electrocution,...
Detained Americans in Russia before Evan Gershkovich’s Trial: What to Know
Russia is holding at least a dozen American citizens in jail, including journalists and active duty soldiers. One of the most prominent individuals among...
Colombia halts coal exports to Israel amid the onslaught on Gaza
Colombia Takes Stand Against Israeli OffensiveBOGOTA: Colombian President Gustavo Petro made a significant announcement on Saturday, revealing that Colombia would be putting a halt...
35 children among those killed in latest Sudan civil war carnage, U.N. says
Millions Facing Starvation in Sudan as Civil War ContinuesJune 7, 2024 / 8:14 AM EDTThe United Nations recently confirmed that 35 children were among...
‘Open source’ investigators use satellites to identify burned Darfur villages
Using Satellites to Monitor Darfur VillagesIn a groundbreaking use of technology, investigators are now utilizing satellite imagery to track the destruction of villages in...
Burkina Faso extends junta rule by five years
Burkina Faso Junta Extends Rule Amid Democratic ConcernsAmid growing concerns of democratic backsliding, Burkina Faso's ruling junta has announced an extension of their rule...
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EXPLAINER: Exactly What Biden’s new $100B Strategy for broadband means
Broadband internet at the U.S. prices more than in a Number of Other affluent nations, it doesn't reach thousands of Americans and the companies...
