Ghana Parliament Brawl Over Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill Halts Vote
Chaos erupted in Ghana's parliament as lawmakers came to blows during a heated debate on a stringent new anti-LGBTQ+ bill, delaying a critical vote and drawing international condemnation.
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HK Political Prisoners Face 'Systematic Abuse' - Report
A comprehensive investigation by the Hong Kong Human Rights Monitor details harrowing accounts of systematic abuse, psychological torture, and rights violations against pro-democracy detainees, raising grave concerns over the erosion of the city's judicia
UN Demands Clean Air Be Made a Fundamental Human Right
A landmark UN Human Rights Council resolution pushes for clean air to be recognised as a universal human right, calling for urgent global action to tackle the public health emergency caused by toxic pollution.
UK Government Unveils Radical ECHR Reform Plan
The Conservative government has proposed a major overhaul of its relationship with the European Court of Human Rights, aiming to assert parliamentary sovereignty and curb the court's influence over UK law.
China bans German MEP for life over Xinjiang criticism
The Chinese government imposes a lifetime entry ban on German far-right MEP Maximilian Krah after he criticised Beijing's policies in Xinjiang during a European Parliament debate.
Politicians in 51 nations used anti-LGBTQ election rhetoric
A major investigation by the NGO ILGA-World reveals a sharp global rise in the weaponisation of anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment as a campaign strategy during recent elections, undermining fundamental human rights.
Starmer edited human rights manual, removing key protections
Exclusive investigation reveals how Sir Keir Starmer edited a crucial human rights manual while Director of Public Prosecutions, removing fundamental legal principles and watering down guidance on protest rights and police conduct.
Labour Plans Overhaul of Human Rights Interpretation
Exclusive: Attorney General Lord Hermer reveals Labour government is considering fundamental reforms to how Britain interprets European human rights laws, signalling potential constitutional shift.
Farage Vows to 'Wage War' on European Human Rights Court
Nigel Farage declares Reform UK's commitment to leaving the European Convention on Human Rights, setting up a major political battle over British sovereignty and immigration policy.
LeBron James Sparks Fury Backing China in NBA Row
NBA superstar LeBron James faces intense criticism for his public support of the Chinese government's stance on Hong Kong, prioritising business interests over human rights and drawing accusations of hypocrisy from activists and fans.
Oracle, Cisco, IBM Face Scrutiny Over Xinjiang Ties
A UK watchdog group uncovers evidence linking major US tech firms to controversial surveillance and data-gathering systems in China's Xinjiang region, raising serious human rights concerns.
Cyber Slavery Epidemic: Brutal Scam Centres Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals a shocking rise in forced online fraud, with victims lured by fake job ads and held captive in brutal compounds across Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Southeast Asia.
Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights
The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.
Burkina Faso imposes 5-year jail for 'promoting homosexuality'
Burkina Faso's military government has passed a harsh new penal code imposing up to five years in prison for acts considered 'promoting homosexuality', marking a severe crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights and alarming international human rights organisations.
Equality watchdog confirms legality of single-sex spaces
The SNP government is under intense scrutiny after the UK's equalities regulator issued definitive legal guidance confirming that single-sex spaces are protected under law, forcing a potential U-turn on controversial policies.
UK Government Considers ECHR Withdrawal
Exclusive: The new Labour government is actively considering withdrawing from the European Convention on Human Rights, a move that could redefine Britain's legal landscape and spark a constitutional clash.
Albanese and Andrews face criticism over 'synchronised' China trip
Australian PM Anthony Albanese and Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews face criticism for their 'synchronised' trip to China, accused of prioritising photo opportunities with authoritarian leaders over human rights concerns.
Daniel Andrews Sparks Fury with China Military Parade Appearance
Ex-Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews faces a firestorm of criticism after being photographed alongside high-ranking Chinese military officials at a Beijing parade, raising serious questions about diplomatic judgment and human rights allegiances.
ECHR 'Power Grab' Threatens UK Sovereignty, Report Warns
A bombshell report from the Policy Exchange think tank accuses the European Court of Human Rights of a 'significant power grab', using its rulings on asylum seekers to undermine national sovereignty and force uncontrolled immigration on member states like
Dan Andrews Poses with Putin and Kim Jong Un in China
Former Victorian Premier Dan Andrews has ignited a firestorm after being photographed alongside authoritarian leaders Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un at a major military parade in China, raising serious questions about Australia's foreign policy and diplom
Dan Andrews Attends China Military Parade with Xi Jinping
Former Victorian Premier Dan Andrews was a guest of honour alongside President Xi Jinping at a major Communist military parade in China, raising eyebrows and questions about Australia-China relations.
Vietnam builds military islands to counter China threat
Exclusive satellite imagery reveals Vietnam's rapid construction of artificial islands, fortifying its military presence in the contested South China Sea in a direct response to China's expansionism.
China Drills for Oil in Taiwan's Waters: Exclusive
Exclusive intelligence reveals China has begun drilling for hydrocarbons inside Taiwan's Exclusive Economic Zone, a major provocation that risks destabilising the region.
Xi Jinping's Moscow visit signals new anti-Western world order
Chinese President Xi Jinping's first visit to Moscow since the Ukraine invasion is a stark geopolitical challenge to the West, strengthening the anti-Western alliance and sidelining the US.
Xi Jinping's Diplomatic Tour to Russia and North Korea
Chinese President Xi Jinping embarks on a crucial diplomatic tour to Russia and North Korea, signalling a strategic realignment that could reshape global power dynamics and challenge Western influence.
Vietnam Bolsters Defence with US Helicopters Amid China Tensions
Exclusive: Vietnam dramatically bolsters its military aviation with a landmark US helicopter deal, signalling a major strategic shift to counter Chinese influence in the disputed South China Sea.
Teen activist reveals horror inside Russian children's home
A courageous young Russian activist has revealed the shocking conditions inside a state-run children's home, detailing systematic abuse, censorship, and political indoctrination in an exclusive interview.
Jung Chang's mother died alone due to China's zero-Covid
Wild Swans author Jung Chang reveals the tragic story of her 90-year-old mother's solitary death in Chengdu, barred from a final reunion by China's relentless zero-Covid policies. A searing indictment of a system that sacrifices humanity for control.
Badenoch: ECHR 'Weaponised' Against UK National Interest
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch has ignited a political firestorm, accusing activist judges of 'weaponising' the European Convention on Human Rights against British interests. Her hard-hitting speech at an Amnesty International event, which also took aim
Rayner's Union Power Plan 'Breaches Human Rights'
Deputy Labour Leader Angela Rayner faces a major legal and political storm over her controversial 'New Deal for Working People'. Top human rights barristers warn her plan to strengthen union power could violate fundamental rights and cripple the UK econom
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