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Dutch schools ban Muslim students from praying: Reports
February 26, 2025
Dutch schools ban Muslim students from praying: Reports
Media reports have revealed that dozens of Dutch schools have prohibited Muslim students from performing their prayers during school hours, sparking widespread controversy in human rights and educational circles. More than 180 secondary schools in the Netherlands have imposed strict…
Mystery illness kills over 50 in DRC, officials investigate
February 26, 2025
Mystery illness kills over 50 in DRC, officials investigate
A mysterious illness has claimed at least 53 lives in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) since an outbreak began on January 21, health officials report. The disease, which has affected over 400 people, leads to death within 48…
Mass Graves in Libya Highlight the Human Cost of Migration Crisis
February 25, 2025
Mass Graves in Libya Highlight the Human Cost of Migration Crisis
In the arid landscapes of southeast Libya, investigators have uncovered mass graves that reveal the horrific human toll of the migration crisis. The discovery of these graves, containing the remains of numerous victims, serves as a stark reminder of the…
Thaksin Shinawatra Seeks Forgiveness From Muslims Over 2004 Tak Bai Massacre
February 25, 2025
Thaksin Shinawatra Seeks Forgiveness From Muslims Over 2004 Tak Bai Massacre
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has publicly sought forgiveness from Muslims for the 2004 Tak Bai massacre, where 78 protesters suffocated in army trucks during a crackdown, Anadolu Agency reported. Speaking at a school in Narathiwat province, Thaksin acknowledged…
Amnesty International Calls for Stronger Digital Rights in Taiwan at RightsCon2025
February 25, 2025
Amnesty International Calls for Stronger Digital Rights in Taiwan at RightsCon2025
Amnesty International Taiwan, alongside six partner organizations, is set to present a joint statement to President Lai Ching-Te on February 25, emphasizing the need for robust human rights protections in the digital age. This statement will be delivered during RightsCon2025,…
Conservatives come out victorious in Germany’s parliamentary elections
February 24, 2025
Conservatives come out victorious in Germany’s parliamentary elections
Germany’s conservative coalition, consisting of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and the Christian Social Union (CSU), has emerged victorious in the parliamentary elections, securing 28.6% of the vote, Anadolu Agency reported citing the Electoral Commission on Monday. The far-right Alternative…
Prominent Uyghur Historian Sentenced to 17 Years in Prison
February 24, 2025
Prominent Uyghur Historian Sentenced to 17 Years in Prison
Ghojaniyaz Yollugh Tekin, a prominent Uyghur historian and expert on Uyghur place names, is serving a 17-year prison sentence in Hotan, Xinjiang, after being detained in 2017, RFA reported. His sentencing came in late 2018, following his research and writings…
Brazil: Emergency Declared in Buriticupu as Sinkholes Threaten Homes
February 23, 2025
Brazil: Emergency Declared in Buriticupu as Sinkholes Threaten Homes
Authorities have declared a state of emergency in Buriticupu, Brazil, after significant sinkholes have emerged, endangering approximately 1,200 residents, The Guardian reported. The city, with a population of 55,000, has witnessed escalating soil erosion over the past 30 years, exacerbated…
Germany’s Election: Rising Far-Right Influence and Muslim Concerns
February 23, 2025
Germany’s Election: Rising Far-Right Influence and Muslim Concerns
As Germany heads to the polls for its parliamentary election, concerns over the economy and the growing influence of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party dominate the political landscape. The AfD, known for its anti-immigrant stance, has surged to…
Italy Contributes €3 Million for Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh
February 22, 2025
Italy Contributes €3 Million for Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh
The Italian government has reaffirmed its support for the approximately one million Rohingya refugees residing in Bangladesh by pledging €3 million, ANSA news agency reported. This funding will assist the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and the UN World Food Programme…