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🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Torture in Second Marriage, Woman Hangs Herself

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

Mar 23 • 04:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Judge who saw woman being assaulted in court creates project against domestic violence and wins 'Oscar of Justice'

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.

Mar 22 • 21:20 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Review of Housing Loans is the Largest Wage Issue

The review of housing loans has emerged as a significant issue concerning wages in Iceland.

Mar 20 • 20:13 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Architecture for the Homeless: Shelter with Dignity

The article discusses a unique shelter in Innsbruck, designed to provide homeless individuals with a dignified place to stay, reflecting on their needs and rights while addressing the broader issue of homelessness in Germany.

Mar 19 • 16:24 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

In exchange for ₹10 thousand, one has to pay 3.28 lakh, the bank received a big penalty

A customer was awarded ₹3.28 lakh by a consumer court after ₹10,000 was erroneously debited from his account despite an ATM transaction failing to provide cash.

Mar 19 • 14:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Marguerite, Asha, Sulekha and their story of horror: 'I am Spanish and they took me to Africa to inflict female genital mutilation on me when I was six years old'

Asha Ismail recounts her traumatic experience of female genital mutilation at a young age, highlighting the ongoing issue in Spain as recent reports reveal new cases in Seville.

Mar 18 • 23:07 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Death of Migrant Workers Continues to Be an Ongoing Issue

The article highlights the tragic deaths of migrant workers in South Korea, emphasizing the alarming frequency of industrial accidents they face.

Mar 18 • 10:05 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

More than the coup, more than Qatar: the opposition has no more important battle than the pogroms in the West Bank

The Israeli opposition must prioritize its resistance to the pogroms occurring in the West Bank, beyond mere sterile condemnations, as it is a critical issue overshadowing other political debates.

Mar 18 • 04:01 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

UTS 'effectively silenced' student who complained of sexual harassment

An investigation has revealed that the University of Technology Sydney suppressed a student's complaint of sexual harassment, reflecting a broader issue across Australian universities regarding confidentiality clauses that restrict students' support options.

Mar 16 • 19:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Politics without women naturalizes violence

Mato Grosso recorded a troubling rise in femicides, marking the highest number in five years and reflecting a systemic issue of gender-based violence.

Mar 16 • 11:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Coronation Merchant Bank completes N50 billion recapitalisation exercise

Coronation Merchant Bank has successfully raised its paid-up capital to over N50 billion through a recapitalisation programme involving a rights issue and private placement.

Mar 16 • 00:34 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

“Recreating” with AI Help – This is Violence Against Women

The article discusses the issue of women's rights violations in the digital space, particularly focusing on the illegal transformation and public distribution of images using artificial intelligence.

Mar 15 • 22:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
World

UK MPs urge Starmer to question Tinubu on Christian killings

UK MPs are urging Prime Minister Keir Starmer to address the issue of Christian killings in Nigeria with President Bola Tinubu during his upcoming state visit.

Mar 15 • 00:59 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Labor Reform: Without Public Debate, the Issue is Constitutional and Democratic

Argentina's Congress has approved a controversial labor reform law that raises constitutional and democratic concerns due to its implications for long-standing social rights.

Mar 14 • 03:15 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Airline must refund customers due to canceled flights during the Covid pandemic

An Icelandic airline is required to issue refunds to customers for flights canceled during the Covid pandemic.

Mar 13 • 05:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Woman beaten with dozens of punches by her partner has confirmed brain death after 10 days in the hospital

A woman from Tomé-Açu, Brazil, has been confirmed brain dead after suffering severe injuries from a beating by her partner, highlighting the serious issue of domestic violence in the region.

Mar 12 • 21:54 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The Big Issue of Mobile Recharge Raised in Parliament, Why Does One Have to Recharge 13 Times in 12 Months?

A controversy concerning mobile recharges has emerged in India, with AAP's Raghav Chadha questioning the telecom companies' prepaid plans in Parliament.

Mar 11 • 08:49 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

After 30 years, the IACHR will issue a ruling in the case of the girl who died when a sculpture fell on her in the Paseo de la Infanta

The Inter-American Court of Human Rights is set to issue a ruling on a case regarding the tragic death of a girl crushed by a sculpture in Argentina, after a lengthy 30-year pursuit of justice by her parents.

Mar 9 • 03:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Under heavy rain, Women's Day event in São Paulo remembers cases of femicide

A heavy rain accompanied the International Women's Day demonstration in São Paulo, highlighting the issue of femicide and calls for the criminalization of misogyny.

Mar 8 • 21:39 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Gender Equality: The Biggest Human Rights Challenge of Our Time

The article discusses the significant global challenge of achieving gender equality, highlighting it as the foremost human rights issue today.

Mar 8 • 15:54 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

To kill with gas or to build city pigeon lofts? Cities are dealing with what to do with birds

Cities in Czechia are grappling with the issue of managing urban bird populations, considering strategies like humane culling or providing areas for pigeon lofts.

Mar 8 • 07:04 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Reward System for Reporting Illegal Employment of Foreigners Explained by Ibaraki Governor as Targeting 'Businesses'

The Ibaraki governor explained that the new reporting reward system for illegal employment of foreigners targets businesses that facilitate this issue, addressing concerns over potential human rights violations.

Mar 7 • 01:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

A ruckus over Badshah's new song 'Tattiri', Haryana Women's Commission has issued a summons

Indian rapper Badshah's latest song 'Tattiri' has sparked controversy due to its objectionable lyrics, prompting the Haryana Women's Commission to issue a summons to him.

Mar 6 • 11:56 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Surprise for Kaunas hospital staff: they claim they received lower wages without any warning or notice

Staff at the LSMU Kaunas Hospital experienced a shock when they received unexpectedly lower wages, leading to a union response and a meeting held to address the issue.

Mar 4 • 11:26 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Violence Situation Due to Gender Assessed in the EU: 1 in 4 Women Experienced Violence in Lithuania

A report indicates that in Lithuania, 25% of women have experienced violence, highlighting a significant issue of gender-based violence in the country.

Mar 4 • 11:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

This Year's Collective Bargaining Issue: AI... Metal Workers' Union Says Employment Security Must Be Agreed Upon Before Introduction

The National Metal Workers' Union of Korea demands employment security measures be agreed upon before the introduction of artificial intelligence in workplaces during this year's collective bargaining negotiations.

Mar 3 • 11:42 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Lecturer: The debate about expulsion is about the foundations of the rule of law

The article discusses the shift in the interpretation of human rights by the Danish government in pre-election campaigning to facilitate the expulsion of more criminal foreigners, emphasizing that this issue goes beyond technical legal adjustments and is linked to broader political and identity narratives.

Mar 3 • 00:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Overwork Death During Overseas Duty: Family Questions Company Responsibility Regarding the Hidden Reality of Working Conditions

The article discusses the issue of overwork deaths among Japanese expatriates, highlighting the case of a family advocating for corporate responsibility following the death of a husband and father while stationed abroad.

Mar 1 • 22:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

No Constitutional Tribunal, no issue and help? The desperate idea of the Commissioner for Human Rights to circumvent the absence of the Constitutional Tribunal

The Commissioner for Human Rights is seeking a workaround for the non-publication of Constitutional Tribunal rulings which affects citizens' rights, proposing that lower courts should re-evaluate cases lost by citizens if the Tribunal's decisions are not published.

Feb 28 • 13:13 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The Prime Minister must speak publicly about the wiretapping

A Greek court ruling has highlighted the importance of respecting individual rights in light of ongoing discussions about the wiretapping of public figures, urging the Prime Minister to address the issue.

Feb 28 • 11:35 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

He Went Out and Did Not Return: Al Jazeera Documentary Opens the File of Enforced Disappearance in Sudan

Al Jazeera's documentary "He Went Out and Did Not Return" explores the issue of enforced disappearances in Sudan amid military control by the Rapid Support Forces.

Feb 27 • 16:13 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

"About 50,000 women and girls have been killed worldwide in 2024," according to the UN

The UN reports that approximately 50,000 women and girls were killed globally in 2024, highlighting the urgent issue of violence against women.

Feb 27 • 09:38 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Australia lags behind NZ and Canada when it comes to one major problem

Australia is facing a significant issue with the rising incarceration rates of Indigenous people, particularly youth, despite governmental commitments to reform.

Feb 26 • 18:50 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Tax Agency Apologizes for Fake Registrations

The Swedish Tax Agency has apologized for the fraudulent registrations of individuals at Ulla-Lena Lindqvist's summer cottage, resolving a long-standing issue she faced.

Feb 26 • 16:21 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

More than a thousand British local council members pledge to support Palestinian rights

Over a thousand local council members from across the political spectrum in Britain have pledged to support Palestinian rights and make it an electoral issue.

Feb 26 • 06:47 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Ban on sitting at work. The ministry responded to the issue

The Polish Ministry of Family, Labor, and Social Policy addressed concerns regarding mandatory standing work conditions following a parliamentary inquiry.

Feb 25 • 08:49 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Iran faces new protests amid escalation with the U.S. and the regime issues a warning

Iran is experiencing renewed protests in the wake of escalating tensions with the U.S., prompting the regime to issue warnings.

Feb 24 • 18:20 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Even With Re-Legislation Announced, the Gap Between the Government and the Democratic Party on 'Prosecutors' Complementary Investigation Rights' Remains... A Source of Conflict

The South Korean government announced new legislative proposals for the Criminal Case Investigation Agency and the Prosecutors' Office, yet tensions remain unresolved over the controversial issue of prosecutors' complementary investigation rights, potentially leading to further conflict.

Feb 24 • 11:22 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Is shoe repair covered by warranty? The Consumer Disputes Commission clarified the issue

The article discusses consumer expectations regarding the durability of expensive winter boots and the common disputes that arise between consumers and retailers when shoes start to deteriorate within the first year.

Feb 22 • 10:40 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

New Left: 'The government must stop presenting shipwrecks as isolated “expected” and “random” tragedies'

The New Left party in Greece criticizes the government for treating recent maritime tragedies involving refugees as isolated incidents instead of a systemic issue.

Feb 21 • 16:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

HS: Police have started the first preliminary investigations into female genital mutilation

In Finland, police have initiated their first preliminary investigations into cases of female genital mutilation, marking a significant step in addressing this human rights issue.

Feb 20 • 08:34 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Expectations for the Korea-Japan "Andong Summit" [Special Correspondent Column]

The article discusses ongoing calls for the Japanese government to provide equal educational rights for Korean schools in Japan, highlighting protests and historical context surrounding the issue.

Feb 19 • 08:39 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: 'I Fought for Freedom, and Now I Am Going to Die Without Water' Says Mpumalanga Pensioner

Residents of the Lekwa Local Municipality in Mpumalanga, South Africa, have been facing a dire water crisis, with many living without reliable access for over a decade, despite government reports highlighting the issue.

Feb 19 • 07:35 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

When human rights become a footnote

The article discusses the alarming dismantling of human rights policies in São Paulo, Brazil, alongside remarks from Governor Tarcísio de Freitas that contribute to this issue.

Feb 19 • 01:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Oando to raise N220.79bn via rights issue

Oando Plc plans to raise approximately N220.79 billion through a rights issue of new shares, pending regulatory approval.

Feb 19 • 00:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Vance, Harris, Obama issue tributes to Rev Jesse Jackson

Prominent political figures, including Vice President JD Vance and former Presidents Kamala Harris and Barack Obama, paid tribute to Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. following his death at 84.

Feb 18 • 11:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'My neighbour trimmed and damaged my trees but he says I'm the problem'

A homeowner is seeking advice after a neighbor drastically trimmed and damaged their mature oak trees, claiming the homeowner is the real issue.

Feb 17 • 12:05 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Hard dispute over Stóra-Laxá goes to the Supreme Court

A contentious issue regarding Stóra-Laxá has escalated to the Supreme Court in Iceland.

Feb 17 • 10:51 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Court rules that Minister María Estela Ríos can participate in the issue of preventive detention

The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation has unanimously resolved that Minister María Estela Ríos González can participate in the discussions regarding compliance with an Inter-American Court ruling on preventive detention practices in Mexico.

Feb 16 • 21:02 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Spain Welcomes Migrants: 'The West Needs Them,' Says Prime Minister

Spain has opened its doors to hundreds of thousands of undocumented migrants, offering legal residency and access to work and benefits, framing it as both a human rights issue and an economic necessity.

Feb 16 • 19:57 UTC

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