Plastics and Human Rights: Questions and Answers
Plastic production, use, and disposal have significant impacts on human rights.Plastics contain toxic chemical additives, which can pose significant threats to human health.
Clara Steitz
Thailand: Police Forcibly Disperse APEC Protesters
(New York) – Thai riot police used apparently excessive force to disperse demonstrators protesting against the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Bangkok on November 18, 2022, Human Rights Watch said today. Prime Minister Gen. Prayut Chan-ocha should promptly order an impartial investigation into alleged beatings and the use of rubber
What is All this Fuss about Rights?
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People seem to think that anyone who complains about their “rights” is some sort of crybaby ninny. I hear comments all the time like, “Rights? You already don’t have any rights, why are you so upset about losing any more?” Or quite the
India: Serious Concerns Raised at UN Rights Review
(New York) – The Indian government should promptly adopt and act on the recommendations that United Nations member states made at the UN Human Rights Council’s Universal Periodic Review process on November 10, 2022, six international human rights groups said today.
The recommendations cover a range of key concerns including
Massie on $38B Ukraine Aid Request: 'Demand an Inspector General'
Rep, Thomas Massie (R-KY) slammed the Biden administration’s $38 billion request in additional aid for Ukraine that would bring the total spent on Ukraine in 2022 to twice as much spent on roads and bridges in the United States.
Polish Government Notified of Their Crime of Attempting to Legalise Genocide
On 1 October 2022, Dr.
Insight: China in Africa and the Middle East
Mike Robinson speaks to Matthew Ehret, Isa Blumi and Vanessa Beeley about China's role in Africa and the Middle East.
Matthew is a senior fellow at the American University in Moscow, editor in chief of the Canadian Patriot Review and co-founder of the Rising Tide Foundation. He has written the
Tom Emmer Pushes ESG LGBTQ Agenda as He Vies for House Majority Whip
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The Many Benefits of Meditation
STORY AT-A-GLANCE There is growing evidence to show that meditation can make you healthier and happier.
‘Science for Hire,’ a Gary Null Production
STORY AT-A-GLANCE In 2003, Gary Null, Ph.D., was a coauthor of the bombshell “Death by Medicine” article which described how the conventional American medical system had become the No.
Germany Tries to Stop Free Speech Returning to Elon Musk's Twitter
Germany, a country known for its authoritarian governments and strict “hate speech” laws, is moving to prevent free speech from returning to Twitter in the wake of Elon Musk’s takeover of the social media platform. Politicians in the European country, now under the rule of the left-wing Social Democratic
10 Psychological Distance Tricks You Will Think Are Magic
Are you a person who procrastinates when faced with overwhelming tasks? Do you find it difficult to stick to a diet, or perhaps you are a compulsive shopper? Have you ever expressed something you later regretted? Are you contented or disappointed with your life? If any of the above rings
Philippines Swiftly Investigates Journalist’s Killing
The Philippine authorities responded with uncharacteristic speed to the fatal shooting of hard-hitting broadcast journalist Percival Mabasa, popularly known as Percy Lapid.
Protect Freedom of Expression in Mali
In Mali, media professionals are facing harassment and intimidation over their real or perceived criticism of the transitional government.
What Can Creatine Do for You?
STORY AT-A-GLANCE There is no doubt — muscle mass is a significant key to longevity.