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Published on May 7, 2025

Tunisia: Year-long arbitrary detention of human rights defenders working with refugees and migrants

Tunisian authorities must immediately release human rights defenders, NGO workers, and former local officials who have been held in arbitrary pre-trial detention for one year because of their legitimate support for refugees and migrants, Amnesty …

Source: Amnesty International - Center-left
Published on May 7, 2025

Report: Trump administration was planning to send migrants on Libya-bound flight from SA before judge's ruling

A federal judge said Wednesday the federal government couldn't deport migrants to Libya without a meaningful chance to challenge their removal in court. SAN ANTONIO — A federal judge on Wednesday found the Trump administration can’t deport migrants to …

Source: KENS - Texas - Pending
Published on 05:03 GMT

‘Justice ministry records 1,300 convictions, recovers $52.8m’

The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef O. Fagbemi, has disclosed measurable strides in Nigeria’s criminal justice administration, with over 1,300 convictions secured across multiple crime categories, more than 6,000 …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Indeterminate
Published on May 7, 2025

UNHCR Morocco suspends in-person asylum requests due to financial crisis

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) office in Morocco announced it will suspend in-person reception of asylum applications starting Wednesday, May 7, citing a deepening financial crisis that has led to budget and staffing cuts. In a …

Source: Hespress - Neutral
Published on May 5, 2025

Democracy in Africa and Hopes, by Richard Odusanya

Is democratization feasible in Africa? That is the million dollars question that I wish to address. In this “recent wave of liberation” across the continent, Africa is rediscovering itself through intensifying struggles for DEMOCRACY. Thus, an over view of …

Source: Prompt News Online - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Three Wau women receive SIHA Network’s human rights defender awards

Author: Chany Ninrew | Published: 4 hours ago Three winners of SIHA human rights defender awards. (Photo: Courtesy). WAU, WBGs, (Eye Radio) – The Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa (SIHA) Network, a regional advocacy organization, has …

Source: Eye Radio - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

The Sahrawi Republic presents to the ACHPR the situation of Moroccan violations of Sahrawi women rights in occupied ...

Banjul (Gambia), May 8, 2025 (SPS) - The representative of the Sahrawi Republic at the 83rd session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights, currently underway in the Gambian capital, Banjul, this Thursday morning, presented the grave …

Source: Sahara Press Service - Gov't Propaganda
Published on May 8, 2025

Bensalem student earns acceptance letters from 5 Ivy League schools

A TikTok video of Victoria Mathieu opening her college acceptance letters went viral. The Bensalem teen credits her success to hard work and dedication. She hopes to inspire other young Black girls to pursue higher education. Bensalem High School senior …

Source: PhillyBurbs - Pennsylvania - Pending
Published on May 8, 2025

Women’s rights network recognizes 3 South Sudanese women human rights defenders

The Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa (SIHA) Network on Wednesday awarded three women who were recognized for their work as human rights defenders across South Sudan at a ceremony held in Wau. Western Bahr el Ghazal State. The awardees …

Source: Radio Tamazuj - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Stop the Hate Program Must Continue

State Funding By Agustin Duran Leaders representing diverse, victimized communities urged California not to end its funding for initiatives aiming to combat hate crimes. “If there is ever a time when we need support, it is now,” said Manjusha Kulkarni, …

Source: Precinct Reporter - California - Left-wing
Published on May 8, 2025

How the Trump Administration’s funding cuts are harming people around the world

A devastating overview of the impacts of Trump Administration cuts to global health and humanitarian programs is provided below by Avril Benoît, CEO of Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) in the United States. “Amid ongoing chaos and …

Source: Croakey Health Media - Left-wing
Published on May 8, 2025

Trump’s Deportation Agenda Sparks Panic in D.C.

Donald Trump’s deportation agenda for immigrants and American citizens alike has hit the nation’s capital and stoked fear throughout the District. Reports of immigration enforcement across Washington, D.C., have spread rapidly through social media and …

Source: The Washington Informer - Left-wing
Published on May 7, 2025

New York City Mayor Eric Adams and NYPD brass frequented events held by group linked to Israel’s far right

New York City Mayor Eric Adams, top brass of the New York Police Department, and other city officials have attended numerous events hosted by the Israel Heritage Foundation (IHF), a nonprofit organization linked to Israel’s far right. The events have …

Source: Prism - Pending
Published on May 7, 2025

Orange County things to do, starting May 9

What’s happening “Pop Up” Plant Clinics: Hosted by UF/IFAS Extension Orange County Master Gardener Volunteers for all of your plant care needs. Upcoming clinics include – —10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. May 9, South Creek branch of the Orange County Library …

Source: Orlando Sentinel - Florida - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

Jigawa Judiciary Adopts New Criminal Justice Rules

Jigawa State has introduced new rules to speed up criminal trials and improve the justice system. This new legal framework is aimed at cutting delays, modernizing court procedures, and ensuring fair and speedy trials. It’s part of the ongoing reforms …

Source: TVC News Nigeria - Pro-Government
Published on May 7, 2025

Lawmakers Debate Bills They Hope Will Make Immigrants Safe

As President Donald Trump expands his crackdown on immigrants across the nation, Vermont lawmakers are scrambling to find ways the state can be more protective and welcoming to undocumented residents. Democratic and Progressive lawmakers have advanced …

Source: Seven Days - Vermont - Left-wing
Published on May 7, 2025

FCT Sexual Assault Centre receives 345 SGBV cases in four years

The Awyetu Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC), located at Bwari General Hospital, Abuja has received a total of 345 Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) cases from 2020 to 2024. The Mandate Secretary, FCT Women Affairs Secretariat, Adedayo Benjamins- …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

From a Police Officer in Liberia to the New CID Chief in Ghana

Ghana has witnessed a major reshuffle in the Ghana Police Service, with DCOP Lydia Yaako Donkor appointed as the new Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) by Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno. Her …

Source: Ghlagatin - Pending
Published on May 7, 2025

Advocacy groups offer resources to DC's immigrant residents after reported ICE activity

WASHINGTON (7News) — D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser told news outlets on Wednesday she was aware of Immigration agents visiting several D.C. restaurants, confirming murmurs on social media that caused some concerns with immigrant and minority rights groups. …

Source: WJLA 7 - Washington D.C. - Center-right

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 15:18 GMT

Law Students Contribute Millions of Hours in Pro Bono Services

A nationwide survey from the Association of American Law Schools (AALS) measured the contribution of law students’ pro bono work for the class of 2024 WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A nationwide survey from the …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 02:09 GMT

NORDIC COUNTRIES: Finland maintains closure of border with Russia ― Proposals to deter asylum applications and encourage ...

The Finnish government has announced that it will keep its border with Russia closed until further notice. The Swedish government has restated its plans to increase financial incentives to encourage voluntary returns and is considering limiting the right …

Distribution channels: Politics

Published on May 8, 2025 - 00:51 GMT

Governor Newsom announces judicial appointments 5.7.25

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced his nomination of three Court of Appeal Justices: Associate Justice Helen Zukin as Presiding Justice of the Second District Court of Appeal, Division Four, Judge Mark Hanasono as Associate Justice of the …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 21:28 GMT

Outstanding B.C. lawyers receive King’s Counsel designation

CANADA, May 6 - The following King’s counsel appointees are listed alphabetically by surname, with the year they were called to the B.C. bar: Peter Ameerali (2005) is a leading public law litigator and has been a constitutional expert with the B.C. …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 19:19 GMT

Outstanding B.C. lawyers receive King’s Counsel designation

CANADA, May 6 - The following King’s counsel appointees are listed alphabetically by surname, with the year they were called to the B.C. bar: Peter Ameerali (2005) is a leading public law litigator and has been a constitutional expert with the B.C. …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 16:23 GMT

Houston's trash problem is only getting worse. What will it take to get it ...

This story by MIT Environmental Solutions Journalism Fellow Elena Bruess was originally published in the Houston Landing, where it appears with additional photos and resources. It is the first in a series of articles examining Houston's mounting trash …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on May 6, 2025 - 14:05 GMT

Israel’s New INGO Registration Measures Are a Grave Threat to Humanitarian Operations and International Law – 55 ...

Oxfam, together with 54 organisations operating in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt) call for urgent action from the international community against new Israeli registration rules for international NGOs. Based on vague, broad, politicised …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 09:08 GMT

Begja Launches Transparent Marketplace Model with Seller-First Fee Policy

Global platform allows sellers to keep 100% of the sale and only pay a separate, refundable fee per successful transaction KEDIRI, EAST JAVA, INDONESIA, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As global marketplaces grow increasingly complex and …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, International Organizations ...
Published on May 8, 2025 - 21:21 GMT

Berry Law and HeroStock Present a Free Memorial Day Concert Featuring Dave Bray USA at SumTur Amphitheater

Berry Law and HeroStock are hosting a free Memorial Day concert featuring Dave Bray USA, a U.S. Navy Veteran and patriotic rock artist, on Sunday, May 25, 2025. PAPILLION, NE, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Berry Law and …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Law ...
Published on May 8, 2025 - 20:57 GMT

Jason Eastman Joins CV5 Capital, Strengthening Leadership in Digital Asset Funds and Cybersecurity

Jason Eastman Joins CV5 Capital, Strengthening Leadership in Digital Asset Funds and Cybersecurity GEORGE TOWN, CAYMAN ISLANDS, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CV5 Capital, a leading global investment firm with a focus on alternative assets …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on May 8, 2025 - 20:26 GMT

Morrow Law Firm Highlights Key Legal Strategies for Maximizing Workplace Injury Settlements in Louisiana

OPELOUSAS, LA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Morrow Law Firm, LLC is drawing attention to the critical role strategic legal planning plays in maximizing personal injury settlements, particularly in cases involving workplace …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Insurance Industry ...
Published on May 8, 2025 - 18:07 GMT

Army Reserve First Sergeant, Iraq War Vet, and Local Police Officer Settles USERRA Lawsuit Against Rock Valley College

ROCKFORD, IL, DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- U.S. Army Reserve First Sgt. Vincent Lara, a veteran of the Iraq war and former Rock Valley College police officer, has reached a settlement in his federal lawsuit alleging …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 18:02 GMT

Attorney Greg Rizio Named Trial Lawyer of the Year by CAOIE

Acclaimed Inland Empire trial attorney Greg Rizio has once again received the Trial Lawyer of the Year award from the (CAOIE) for the second time. RIVERSIDE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed Inland Empire trial attorney …

Distribution channels: Law ...
Published on May 8, 2025 - 15:18 GMT

Law Students Contribute Millions of Hours in Pro Bono Services

A nationwide survey from the Association of American Law Schools (AALS) measured the contribution of law students’ pro bono work for the class of 2024 WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A nationwide survey from the …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Guardify Unveils Law Enforcement-Focused Solution to Streamline Digital Evidence

Designed to help law enforcement move faster on digital evidence, reduce administrative tasks, and prioritize real-world impact. OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Guardify, a leading provider of digital evidence …

Distribution channels: Emergency Services, IT Industry ...
Published on May 8, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

ConvergeHub Launches ConvergeHub 4.0: A Future-Ready CRM Platform Powered by Intelligence, Speed, and Scale

ConvergeHub 4.0 combines innovation, flexibility and ease-of-use. It replaces complexity with clarity - enabling teams to dive in and drive results quickly. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ConvergeHub, the …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on May 8, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

DiscoverMyBusiness Shares Blog Writing Best Practices to Help Law Firms Boost Online Visibility

DiscoverMyBusiness outlines essential blog strategies to help law firms attract clients and strengthen their digital presence. NY, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DiscoverMyBusiness, a full-service digital marketing agency, has …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Podcast Focuses Legal Insights on NIL and Changing Dynamics of College Sports

To assist student athletes, parents and businesses on how to leverage opportunities and reduce risk, Foster Swift has launched its Sports Talk podcast. LANSING, MI, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Past actions concerning Name …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Corbin I. Carpenter, Esq., Esteemed Municipal Bond Attorney, Inducted into Rotary Club of Nashville

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Corbin I. Carpenter, Esq., a legacy corporate entrepreneur, and nationally-recognized municipal bond attorney, was recently inducted into Rotary Club of Nashville during its weekly …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 12:31 GMT

USA Today Features Nation's Leading Timeshare Exit Expert, Gordon Newton - Protecting Consumers in a Dangerous Industry

MESA, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gordon Newton, the nation’s leading authority on timeshare exit and President of Newton Group, was recently profiled in a feature article by USA Today titled, “Trust Is Earned – 20 Years …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 09:45 GMT

Louisiana Mesothelioma Victims Center Urges a Former Shipyard or Barge Worker with Mesothelioma or Lung Cancer in ...

NEW ORLEANS , LA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Louisiana Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "If your loved one is a former shipyard or barge worker anywhere in Louisiana and they now have mesothelioma or lung cancer …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on May 8, 2025 - 09:03 GMT

Less than Two Weeks to Go: Life ILS Conference 2025

Join us on 20 May 2025 for the Life ILS Conference at EY London or online—key insights into life risk and longevity markets. LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With less than two weeks to go until the Life ILS …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 08:26 GMT

EnGarde® body armor Partners with TacSource to Expand Distribution in Australia and New Zealand

AMSTERDAM, NH, NETHERLANDS, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EnGarde® body armor, a global leader in advanced ballistic protection solutions, is pleased to announce a new partnership with TacSource Group, a premier tactical gear supplier in …

Distribution channels: Law, Manufacturing ...
Published on May 8, 2025 - 08:06 GMT

Investors in Anheuser-Busch InBev Risk Losing Dividend Yield Due to Unclaimed Belgian Tax Refunds

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (NYSE:BUD) LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (Euronext: ABI, JSE:ANH; NYSE: BUD) has declared a final dividend of €1.00 per share for the 2024 …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 20:00 GMT

IBTA INVESTOR ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Announces that Ibotta, Inc. Investors with Substantial Losses ...

NEW YORK, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney Advertising -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Ibotta, Inc. (“Ibotta” or “the Company”) ( …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Law ...
Published on May 8, 2025 - 20:00 GMT

TFII INVESTOR ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Announces that TFI International Inc. Investors with Substantial ...

NEW YORK, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney Advertising-- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against TFI International Inc. (“TFI” or “the Company …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Law ...
Published on May 8, 2025 - 20:00 GMT

EU INVESTOR ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Announces that enCore Energy Corp. Investors with Substantial ...

NEW YORK, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney Advertising--Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against enCore Energy Corp. (“enCore” or “the Company”) …

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