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Technology could open up new ways to track prisoners

Technology firms have apparently suggested placing tracking devices or a microchip under the skin of convicted criminals to monitor them in prison or when they come out, according to a recent report in the Guardian. Though the idea raises questions about human rights, the technology is certainly developing that could…

The Conversation

El Salvador Abolishes Presidential Term Limits, Allowing Another Bukele Run

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele secured the right to seek indefinite re-election on Thursday after his party-controlled Congress approved a sweeping constitutional reform that also extends presidential terms from five to six years.

International Business Times

Mary-Ann Stephenson confirmed as EHRC chair despite MPs’ objections

Stephenson to take over at equality watchdog even though committees raised concerns about breadth of experience

The Guardian - UK

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Indigenous Kenyans forced off ancestral lands in name of conservation: NGOs

Indigenous communities in northern Kenya are being pushed off their land to make way for wildlife reserves, human rights groups say. They accuse conservation groups of using tourism and carbon offset schemes to justify evictions and violence.

Radio France Internationale

Mass rape, forced pregnancy and sexual torture in Tigray amount to crimes against humanity – report

Research documents ‘horrific and extreme’ attacks by Ethiopian and Eritrean forces and warns that impunity has meant such atrocities are expanding to new regions

The Guardian - UK

Strengthening collective labor rights can help reduce economic inequality

Despite the strength of the U.S. economy, the gap between rich and poor Americans is increasing.

The Conversation

She saw the power of foreign aid. Now Young Kim is making her case - Roll Call

GOP Rep. Young Kim has championed the importance of U.S. influence abroad, a position many in her party seem to be moving away from.

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Just as NZ began collecting meaningful data on rainbow communities, census changes threaten their visibility

New Zealand’s 2023 census was the first to collect data on gender identity and sexual orientation, showing one in 20 adults identify as LGBTQIA+.

The Conversation

Trump accused of ‘attack on Brazilian democracy’ after sanctioning Bolsonaro trial judge

US treasury imposes sanctions on Alexandre de Moraes, presiding over Bolsonaro alleged coup plot trial

The Guardian - US

I lead a top Israeli human rights group. Our country is committing genocide

My generation was raised wondering how ordinary people could countenance an atrocity. In a grotesque twist, the question has circled back to us

The Guardian - US

European dockworkers demand halt to arms shipments to Israel

Israel says its Gaza offensive is self-defence, but dissent is spreading. In June, French dockworkers blocked a shipment of arms components bound for Israel, rousing support across Europe. In the Italian port of Genoa, dockworkers — long opposed to arms exports — joined the protest.

Euronews

Pope marks 50th anniversary of Cold War-era deal on security and human rights

Pope Leo XIV has called for a renewed commitment to diplomacy to resolve conflicts

The Independent UK

Foreign repression on UK soil rising ‘unchecked’, MPs and peers warn

A report found a rise in foreign states using online harassment, lawsuits and physical violence to intimidate people in the UK.

Evening Standard

Starmer v Starmer: why is the former human rights lawyer so cautious about defending human rights?

The long read: Many of his supporters hoped the prime minister would restore the UK’s commitment to international law. Yet Labour’s record over the past year has been curiously mixed

The Guardian - UK

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2 Israeli Human Rights Groups Have Labelled Gaza Attacks ‘Genocide’ For First Time

"They called Gazans human animals."

The Guardian - US

Democrat urges hearing into ‘human rights abuses’ at El Salvador megaprison

Delia Ramirez calls for investigation into federal funds paid to El Salvador to detain migrants at secretive Cecot site

The Conversation

How the UK could reform the European convention on human rights

Whether the UK should leave the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) has been a debate in UK politics for years. Conservatives have long accused the convention of interfering with government policy on migration and criminal justice, and have debated repealing the Human Rights Act 1998 (which enshrines the convention…

Al Jazeera

Israeli human rights group: Israel is committing genocide in Gaza

Israeli-Palestinian human rights group B’Tselem declares Israel’s actions in Gaza as genocide in its latest report.

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Latin Times

Mass Killing, Starvation of Palestinians Officially Labeled Genocide By Region's Most Respected Human Rights Org

The mass killing and starvation of Palestinians has officially been labeled a genocide by two of the most respected human rights organizations based in Israel.

International Business Times

Major Israeli Rights Groups Brand Gaza Campaign 'Genocide'

Rights groups B'Tselem and Physicians for Human Rights Israel said on Monday that they had concluded the war in Gaza amounts to a "genocide" against Palestinians, a first for Israeli NGOs. Both organisations are frequent critics of Israeli government policies, but the language in their reports issued on Monday was…

The National (Scotland)

Israel 'using Hamas as pretext to commit genocide', leading Israeli group warns

A LEADING human rights group in Israel has warned that its government “is committing genocide in Gaza” ...

The Guardian - UK

Israel committing genocide in Gaza, say Israel-based human rights groups

Reports detailing intentional targeting of Palestinians as a group, and systemic destruction of Palestinian society, add to pressure for action

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand attorney general warns her government’s electoral reform could breach human rights law

Judith Collins also said the controversial electoral law reform could disenfranchise Māori

The National (Scotland)

Trans toilet rules 'may force Scottish museums to close'

A PUBLICLY-FUNDED body representing museums in Scotland criticised Equality and Human Rights Commission proposals and warned “an environment of…

The Guardian - AU

Two Australians on board boat intercepted by Israel while trying to transport aid to Gaza, Dfat confirms

Officials in Tel Aviv are liaising with authorities and ‘stand ready to offer assistance’, Australian government spokesperson says

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