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Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years Under Hong Kong’s National Security Law

Hong Kong media entrepreneur and pro-democracy advocate...

Former Estonian Minister Kalle Laanet Found Guilty of Fraud Over Housing Claims

The Harju District Court has found former...

Former Chinese Justice Minister Sentenced to Life for $20 Million Bribery Scheme

Court finds Tang Yijun abused high office...

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Yemen: Aden Electricity, Water Cuts Threaten Rights

(Beirut) – The Yemeni government and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) are failing to fulfill Aden residents’ right to electricity and water, Human Rights...

World Court Rules Against Syria in Torture Case

(The Hague) – The International Court of Justice (ICJ) order on November 16, 2023, directing Syria to take all measures within its power to...

Former Albanian Health Minister Under Investigation: Ordered to Report Weekly and Restricted from International Travel Amid Corruption Probe

Albania's former health minister, Ilir Beqaj, under investigation for alleged corruption, has been instructed by prosecutors to regularly report to the police and is...

Survivors Demand Change to Japan’s ‘Hostage Justice’ System

“My family was torn apart. I truly cannot stop regretting.” “The right to life was taken from my husband. This justice system needs to change.” Survivors...

Mental Health Crisis Support Rooted in Community

Read a text description of this video Police emergency 378. Do you have an emergency? Darna Savariu, Crisis Counselor, The Gerstein Crisis Centre The police is somebody...

HSI Douglas case sends woman to 12 months in prison for role as social media recruiter for human smuggling

DOUGLAS, Ariz. – A young Phoenix woman was sentenced on Nov. 7 to 12 months and one day in prison, followed by three years...

Belgium Overcomes EU Struggles to Send Strong Message on Gaza

Despite the horrific and mounting human costs of the grave violations of international humanitarian law in Israel and Palestine, the 27 EU member states...

Hawaii Attorney General Proposes Comprehensive Plan for Recreational Marijuana Legalization, Balancing Industry Growth, Social Equity, and Public Health

In a significant move for recreational marijuana use in Hawaii, Attorney General Anne Lopez has proposed a comprehensive plan aimed at overcoming obstacles that...

New York Governor Hochul Signs Legislation Providing Tax Relief for NYC Marijuana Businesses, Addressing Federal Deduction Restrictions

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation aimed at providing tax relief to marijuana businesses in New York City that face restrictions on...

Japan Takes Bold Step with New Law Allowing Medical Use of Cannabis-Derived Products, Prioritizing Patient Well-being while Maintaining Stringent Controls

In a groundbreaking development, Japan has recently enacted a law permitting medical products derived from cannabis, signaling a substantial advancement in its healthcare system....

Senator Elizabeth Warren Pushes for Stricter Cryptocurrency Regulations in Senate Committee Hearing Amid Rising Concerns of Financial Scams

In a Senate Banking Committee hearing on Nov. 16, Senator Elizabeth Warren raised concerns about cryptocurrencies being exploited for financial scams. She introduced legislation...

Gaza: Communications Blackout Imminent Due to Fuel Shortage

(Jerusalem) – The Israeli government’s decision to bar delivery of fuel to Gaza will trigger a complete communications blackout imminently if not urgently addressed,...

IOSCO Releases Key Policy Recommendations for Global Crypto Market Regulation

The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) has unveiled long-awaited policy recommendations for the regulation of crypto and digital asset (CDA) markets. This milestone...

Osceola County Man Admits to Unlicensed Firearms Dealing and Falsifying Gun Purchase Records

OCALA, Fla. — U.S. Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that Kingsley Wilson, 35, of Kissimmee, has pleaded guilty to one count of dealing in...

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