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Saudi Arabia rejects Aziz Ansari's human rights donation

Comedian Aziz Ansari's attempt to donate his Saudi performance fee to human rights causes was blocked by festival organisers, raising questions about artistic freedom and ethical compromises in international entertainment.

Aziz Ansari Saudi show sparks HRW donation return

Human Rights Watch returns donation from comedian Aziz Ansari following his controversial performance at Saudi Arabia's Riyadh comedy festival, raising questions about entertainment and human rights.

Badenoch attacks Human Rights Act in Tory speech

Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch launches blistering attack on Human Rights Act, vowing to prevent 'foreign courts' from dictating UK policy in explosive Conservative conference address.

Badenoch suggests UK could ignore ECHR in Northern Ireland

Cabinet minister Kemi Badenoch faces backlash after suggesting the UK government could disregard European Court of Human Rights rulings in Northern Ireland, drawing sharp criticism from Sinn Féin and raising constitutional concerns.

Afghan judge fears Taliban revenge on family

A pioneering former Afghan judge who shattered glass ceilings reveals her terror as Taliban death threats target her family left behind after she found sanctuary in Australia.

Badenoch: UK must quit European human rights convention

Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch launches explosive attack on European Convention on Human Rights, signalling potential UK withdrawal in major Tory conference speech that sets battle lines for next election.

Farage demands UK quit ECHR as Tories clash

Nigel Farage has thrown down the gauntlet to Rishi Sunak, demanding the UK withdraw from the European Convention on Human Rights as Conservative ministers publicly disagree over the controversial move.

Badenoch: UK must be ready to leave ECHR

Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch warns Britain should prepare to exit European human rights court if it continues blocking Rwanda deportations, in exclusive interview.

Tunisia upholds death penalty for Facebook post

A Tunisian appeals court has upheld a death sentence against a man for a Facebook post, raising serious concerns about digital rights and freedom of expression in the North African nation.

Tories Threaten ECHR Exit in Sovereignty Push

Conservative Party considers dramatic withdrawal from European Convention on Human Rights as Kemi Badenoch proposes major constitutional shake-up ahead of general election.

Badenoch: ECHR a 'straitjacket' on UK borders

Kemi Badenoch launches blistering attack on ECHR, claiming it prevents Britain from controlling its borders and demands fundamental reform of international human rights framework.

Tories use Brexit failure to attack human rights

The Conservative government is weaponising Brexit frustrations to justify withdrawing from the European Convention on Human Rights, threatening fundamental rights protections for British citizens.

Caster Semenya wins landmark human rights case

South African Olympic champion Caster Semenya secures historic victory at European Court of Human Rights in her decade-long fight against testosterone regulations in athletics.

UK to quit European human rights convention

Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch confirms UK's plan to withdraw from ECHR, marking dramatic shift in post-Brexit human rights framework and sparking political battle.

Aung San Suu Kyi stripped of Human Rights Award

The Independent has revoked its prestigious Human Rights Award from Myanmar's former leader Aung San Suu Kyi following her silence on Rohingya atrocities, marking a significant fall from grace for the once-celebrated democracy icon.

Starmer: Labour will defend ECHR membership

Keir Starmer commits to protecting Britain's membership in the European Convention on Human Rights, setting up a major political clash over immigration and sovereignty.

Starmer's ECHR stance threatens Rwanda deportation plan

Labour leader Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure as his commitment to the European Convention on Human Rights clashes with controversial migrant deportation policies. Discover the political tightrope walk that could define Britain's immigration future.

US accused of softening human trafficking reports

Exclusive investigation reveals the US State Department allegedly softened critical human trafficking assessments against strategic allies, raising serious questions about political interference in human rights reporting.

Charity donor's £500 gift slashed to £25 by HMRC

A kind-hearted donor was left reeling after HMRC clawed back £475 from her £500 charity donation due to complex Gift Aid rules. Discover how this tax trap could affect your charitable giving.

Farage's NI comments spark constitutional clash

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces backlash after suggesting Northern Ireland's ECHR membership could be reviewed, prompting Labour's Hilary Benn to defend the Good Friday Agreement.

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