Dispatches Prominent Chinese Activist Seriously Ill in Prison Persecution of Guo Feixiong Epitomizes China’s Rights Crisis By Maya Wang, Associate Director October 6, 2023 10:04AM EDT The prominent Chinese lawyer and writer Yang Maodong, better known as Guo Feixiong, is facing a critical state of health while serving an eight-year […]
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The Future of Reproductive Rights in Brazil: Examining the Supreme Court’s Push for Abortion Decriminalization
Brazil‘s Supreme Court A Step Closer to Decriminalizing Abortion: Chance to Finally Uphold Women’s and Pregnant People’s Rights Background Brazil‘s Supreme Court is currently considering a case that could lead to the decriminalization of abortion in the country up to 12 weeks of gestation. This case, which had been on […]
The Vitality of Efficient Public Transport: Tales from Tokyo, Manila, and Tarragona
Stories from Tokyo, Manila, and Tarragona: Highlighting the Importance of Reliable and Efficient Public Transport Greenpeace has been advocating for affordable and accessible public transport around the world, emphasizing its significance in transforming both urban and rural communities. Whether it’s for commuting to work, school, healthcare facilities, or visiting loved […]
The Rising Tide of Xenophobia: Polish Government’s Pre-Election Anti-Migrant Stand
Polish Government Ups Anti-Migrant Rhetoric Ahead of Elections Raising Concerns about Xenophobic Referendum and Threats to Common Values As Poland prepares for national elections on October 15, the ruling Law and Justice party (PiS) is utilizing a national referendum to legitimize its anti-migrant agenda. The Polish government passed a law […]
Religious Oppression Continues: Arrest of Philippine Drag Artist Raises Concerns
Philippine Drag Artist Arrested for ‘Offending Religion’ Charges Violate Free Expression Rights and Should Be Dropped The arrest of popular drag performer Pura Luka Vega in the Philippines has sparked concerns over freedom of expression and the misuse of religious beliefs to suppress dissenting viewpoints. Vega was charged under article […]