Coalition of Governments Pushes for Halt to Deep Sea Mining The International Seabed Authority (ISA) is convening in Kingston, Jamaica, to discuss whether to allow deep sea mining to proceed. The failure to reach an agreement on mining regulations in previous meetings has allowed any company to present a plan […]
Author: Samantha Chen
Hi, I'm Samantha Chen, a journalist who is passionate about human rights and social justice. I believe in the power of journalism to shine a light on the injustices in our society and inspire positive change.
Deep Sea Mining: An Urgent Call to Halt an Impending Environmental Catastrophe
Deep Sea Mining: A Concrete Threat to Nature and Energy In Danger: Fragile Marine Ecosystems and Carbon Storage The world is at a critical juncture, as the deep sea mining industry seeks to exploit the ocean’s depths for profit. This industry poses a concrete threat to the natural wonders of […]
Japan’s Moral Imperative: Standing Up Against Hong Kong’s Rights Violations
Japan Should Push Back on Hong Kong’s Rights Violations Morality and the Moral Imperative The recent politically motivated visa denials in Hong Kong have once again highlighted the growing range of abuses committed by the authorities in the city. These actions reflect the Chinese government’s tightening grip on Hong Kong, […]
Reforming French Police: A Path to Stopping Controversial Practices
France Urged to Reform Police Stop Practices Amidst Unrest and Racial Profiling Concerns The Issue at Hand The recent killing of a French 17-year-old boy of North African descent during a traffic stop has sparked serious unrest across France and reignited the discussion on police violence and discrimination in the […]
The Netherlands Takes a Bold Stand: Sex without Consent is Rape
The Netherlands Takes a Historic Step in Addressing Sexual Violence A Milestone in Combatting Sexual Violence The passing of the amendment to the Sexual Offences Act by the Netherlands‘ House of Representatives is a significant milestone in the fight against sexual violence. By introducing a consent-based definition of rape, the […]
Cameroon’s Unchecked Atrocities in Anglophone Regions: Demanding an End and Accountability
Amnesty International Report Exposes Rampant Human Rights Violations in Cameroon‘s Anglophone Regions The Crisis in the Anglophone Regions Amnesty International has released a damning report detailing widespread human rights violations and other crimes committed by multiple actors in the Anglophone regions of Cameroon. The report, titled “With or against us: […]
Journalists in Iran Face New Charges: A Battle for Press Freedom
Iran: New Charges Against Journalists Reflect Relentless Crackdown on Media, Rights Defenders, and Civil Society July 3, 2023 Current Affairs Commentator Introduction The Iranian authorities have recently brought “propaganda” and “national security” charges against three journalists, further highlighting their relentless crackdown on media, rights defenders, and civil society. Saeideh Shafiei, Mehrnoush […]
Bahrain’s Religious Freedom Convictions: Time to Quash and Uphold Human Rights
Bahrain: Quash Religious Freedom Convictions Last week, Jalal al-Qassab, 60, and Redha Rajab, 67, filed their third and final appeals against convictions for “mocking” Islamic beliefs. In March, they were sentenced to a year in prison and a fine. Both men are members of Al Tajdeed, a Bahraini cultural and […]
Cambodia’s History of Voting Irregularities: What to Expect in July’s Election
Cambodia: Past Vote Irregularities Foreshadow July Election Analysis of 2022 Commune Voting Suggests Tampering, Improper Counting Human Rights Watch has raised concerns about the upcoming national elections in Cambodia, following a systematic analysis of the 2022 commune elections. The analysis indicates that there were numerous irregularities and that election fraud […]
The Dark Toll of Solitary Confinement: An Australian Teen’s 500-Day Ordeal
Isolation, Solitary Confinement, and the Cruel Treatment of Australian Youth and People with Disabilities The Plight of Michael and the Widespread Use of Solitary Confinement Imagine spending over 20 hours a day locked alone in a minuscule cell for more than 500 days. For Michael, an Aboriginal teenager with an […]