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'The Official Story' made history by winning Argentina's first Oscar on March 24, 1986, a date that marked ten years since the last military coup in the country.

A Vietnamese migrant worker, Nguyen Van Tuan, tragically lost his life while working on an overloaded conveyor belt in Icheon, South Korea, raising questions about safety and labor conditions for migrant workers.

A rights group in Nigeria is calling for transparency regarding alleged missing funds from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited.

The UK government is implementing significant changes to employment law, including sick pay starting from day one and enhanced protections for millions of workers, effective April 6, 2026.

Kindergarten employees in Oslo receive different support for work clothing based on their district, leading to frustration over inequality.

Experts interviewed by Iltalehti criticize the government's proposal for groundless fixed-term employment contracts.

Merlin Liis-Toomela discusses the increasing surveillance in Estonia and the need for legal frameworks to protect fundamental rights amidst technological advancements.

In Tunisia, anti-racist activist Saadia Mosbah has been sentenced to eight years in prison and a heavy fine amidst a crackdown on dissent against President Saïed.

The White House has unveiled a statue of Christopher Columbus, which had previously been thrown into a river by protesters.

A new portrait of labor leader Cesar Chavez portrays him as a visionary with tragic flaws and often insensitive tendencies, amid accusations of decades of sexual abuse against women and girls.

Robert Biedroń critiques the NSA ruling regarding same-sex civil unions, asserting the need for true equality for LGBTQ+ citizens in Poland.

Taxi drivers in Greece are staging a nationwide strike in protest against a proposed transport ministry bill they believe threatens the viability of their profession.

Argentina commemorates the 50th anniversary of the military coup amid ongoing calls for justice and human rights accountability.

A German article discusses the phenomenon of 'enshittification' in the digital world, highlighting how products and services are deteriorating even as technology advances.

South Africa is proposing amendments to employment laws aimed at providing greater protections for gig economy workers.

A woman from Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, committed suicide after enduring domestic violence in two marriages, highlighting the severe issue of marital abuse.

The Polish Supreme Administrative Court (NSA) has raised concerns about the country's refusal to recognize and transcribe foreign same-sex marriage certificates, leading to a ruling from the EU Court of Justice supporting these couples' rights.

Agnieszka Dziemianowicz-Bąk supports the recently passed reform of the National Labor Inspectorate, highlighting its role in addressing real labor market issues.

South Korea's Human Rights Commission has recommended that Daegu Metropolitan Transit Corporation revise its family allowance policies, which currently favor only elder sons and daughters based on birth order.

The article reflects on the 50th anniversary of the military coup in Argentina, urging a comprehensive understanding of the nation's tragic past.

This article explores newly declassified documents that reveal the extent of the Argentine dictatorship's repressive measures during its rule.

In Uganda, several human rights NGOs have had their activities suspended and accounts blocked following the presidential election, prompting accusations of government repression.

The article satirically explores how some ideological perspectives disproportionately blame cisgender white heterosexual men for global issues while ignoring the complexities of international relations.

Ramtin Zigorat, an Iranian gay activist and torture survivor, shares his harrowing experience fleeing the Islamic regime in Iran where homosexuality is punishable by death.

Donald Trump has placed a statue of Christopher Columbus in the White House, made from parts of a monument destroyed in Baltimore.

The Digital ECA, Brazil's first specific law protecting children and adolescents online, has come into effect, establishing serious obligations for social media platforms to safeguard minors.

In Mato Grosso, Brazil, nine cases of violence against women were recorded in just seven hours, including domestic and psychological abuse as well as attempts at femicide.

A national initiative in Brazil aims to train women to recognize situations of violence and strengthen protection networks through free courses on women's rights.

A patient is suing the Latvian state for compensation over an uncomfortable dental prosthesis following a traumatic dental experience.

Jorge Oscar Montiel, a retired lieutenant colonel and intelligence agent, was abducted and disappeared in 1975 after uncovering a military coup attempt against President María Estela Martínez de Perón.

The government led by Fico has removed public holidays as official days of rest, neglecting to address holiday pay compensation.

A Brazilian judge has initiated a project called 'Somos Marias' aimed at combating domestic violence, winning notable awards for its success in addressing this critical issue.

A financial assistance program for women victims of violence in Sergipe, Brazil, is now open for applications, providing six monthly payments of R$ 500 to eligible applicants.

A Brazilian court has suspended a prison director and 11 prison officers amid allegations of systematic torture against inmates at a detention facility.

Three young men have been executed in Iran, raising concerns among human rights organizations about a possible increase in executions to suppress dissent amid ongoing airstrikes from the US and Israel.

The article examines the crucial yet discreet role of the Catholic Church in Argentina during the events that culminated in the last military dictatorship, as revealed by newly declassified documents.

On January 17, a significant protest organized by major labor unions in South Korea demonstrated changes in police presence and management methods during public gatherings.

A grandmother in Tennessee was wrongfully imprisoned for months due to a facial recognition mistake linking her to a bank fraud case.

Escalation threats from Tehran regarding missile strikes, controversy over a Legal Aid appointee in Queensland, and criticism of treatment of outsourced workers by Recoveriescorp are addressed in today’s news.

Ivanira dos Santos da Silva, a matriarch of the Sagi Jacu village, became a symbol of indigenous resistance in Brazil as her community fights for land demarcation amidst real estate speculation and agribusiness threats.

A 14-year-old Indonesian influencer faces the loss of her income due to a government ban on social media for those under 16, impacting her family's financial stability.

The Holy Week celebrations in Sagunto continue to exclude women, prompting the government to consider revoking its National Tourist Interest status.

The article discusses the recent unilateral approval of two controversial laws in Venezuela and highlights the ongoing repression facilitated by these legal frameworks.

The arrest of a 59-year-old man caught shooting his family's dog in Pará de Minas has sparked public protests and outrage.

Activist Phumi Mtetwa began organizing politically at a young age during the fight against apartheid in South Africa and later played a crucial role in securing rights for the LGBTQIA+ community in the post-apartheid Constitution.

The article discusses the personal account of an individual from Mariupol who faced severe consequences for defending their home from Russian forces.

The Norwegian Labour Organization (LO) criticizes employers for misrepresenting the issues surrounding part-time work and urges them to stop scaremongering about the potential threats to the labor market.

Cepam Guayaquil provides crucial support to women who have suffered different forms of violence, emphasizing a high incidence of psychological aggression among victims.

Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has condemned the brutal assault of women and girls during the Alue-Do Festival in Delta State, calling for justice and respect for women's rights.

A construction company in Guaxupé, MG, was ordered to pay R$ 10,000 in moral damages to a couple who received a different plot than they had purchased.