Clashes Between Police and Demonstrators as Thailand's Pro-Democracy Protests Restart
In early 2020, protests began in Thailand. Initially starting as demonstrations against the government, they later demanded reform of the Thai monarchy.
What Biden Means for the Middle East
From an international perspective, it is possible to assume that President Biden will be good for the Middle East in terms of reduced hostility and reconciliation.
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Women’s Rights Stripped as Poland’s Abortion Ban Takes Effect
In October, a controversial court ruling in Poland meant that abortion due to fetal defects was unconstitutional. Abortion is now only permissible in cases of incest, rape and if there is a threat to the woman’s life.
Madrid Mural Celebrating Women Saved From Destruction
In 2018, a 60m mural was installed on the side of a sports center in Madrid by the Unlogic collective. The faces of many respected women are featured on the mural.
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Election Turmoil Hits Uganda
Political violence, an internet blackout and allegations of voter suppression have taken place in Uganda. Marred by pre-election violence, opposition leader Robert Kyagulani’s - known by his stage name as Bobi Wine - campaign was obstructed by teargas, live bullets and arrests.
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Brazil: The Legacy of Marielle Franco
On Mar. 14, 2018, four shots killed Brazilian councilor, Marielle Franco. Two years later, tens of thousands continue to keep her legacy and memory alive, aiding in human rights activism and strengthening political representation in Brazil.
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India: No Farmers, No Food
In recent months, thousands of farmers have been protesting against new laws in India. Farmers have claimed the new legislation was drafted without their consultation and at their expense.
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'Politics Over Lives' in Bottleneck Bosnia
In Bosnia, thousands of migrants and refugees find themselves battling sub-zero temperatures, internal power struggles and squalid conditions. A humanitarian crisis has arrived on the nation’s doorstep as allegations of border abuse reign from neighbouring Croatia.
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A Brief Guide to the Brexit Deal
Britain officially left the European Union on Jan. 31, 2020. However, the country was to keep with EU laws and standards until a trade deal was agreed upon. Little changed in the 11 month transition period.
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US: Has the death penalty faced a death of its own?
Public opinion, international outrage and lobbying from human rights groups, as well as the pledge from President-elect Joe Biden, shows death penalty support is dying out within the United States. Marc Hyden, National Advocacy Coordinator at Conservatives Concerned about the Death Penalty said, “As more and more Americans are confronted with the death penalty’s failures – risk to innocent life, high financial cost, failure to protect society, and harm on murder victims’ families – its days are numbered.”
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Scotland Successfully Tackles Period Poverty
Scotland has become the first in the world to make period products free to all. The Period Products (Free Provision) (Scotland) Bill, was approved unanimously on November 24.
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Is the United Kingdom Really 'United'?
With the added pressure of the coronavirus pandemic, the UK government has seen the union on the brink of a potential break up.
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Ethiopia's Tigray Crisis
The Ethiopia-Tigray crisis is an ongoing conflict that started in November 2020 between the Tigray People’s Liberation Front and the Ethiopian National Defense Force. Hundreds of lives have been lost and thousands displaced.
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Politics in the Digital Age
24-hour news cycles are the norm, a tweet can derail a politician’s career yet equally, political participation and activism are on the rise. Is politics succeeding or failing in the digital era?
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The Definition, Politics and Importance of DACA
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a program implemented by former President Barack Obama on June 15th. DACA is vital for undocumented youth, many of whom arrived in the US as infants and know only the American way of life. But what is DACA and why is it so important?
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The Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict: A Brief Guide
Fighting has reignited between Armenia and Azerbaijan - formerly two countries under Soviet rule - over the Nagorno-Karabakh region.
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How the Pandemic has Impacted Child Poverty Rates in England
The coronavirus pandemic has resulted in increased poverty rates worldwide. As cases continue to rise and fall, lockdowns implemented and jobs lost, it is no surprise that those who were struggling are feeling the pressure. Among this, child poverty rates are rising.
The Baby Yoda Fighting Fires
Wildfires have been burning their way through the West Coast of the United States throughout the last few months. More than 30 people have been killed with thousands displaced from their homes. Lightning strikes in August sparked several fires. However, one little boy from Oregon decided to spread a little kindness that continues to touch the hearts of many.
A Crisis Between Borders
A broken deal has resulted in thousands waiting in inhumane conditions at the Greek-Turkish border. Their intention being to cross into Europe.
Special Report: What’s Happening in Yemen?
A brutal five-year conflict has led to the development of the world’s worst humanitarian crisis.