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Irwin Cotler's Moral Leadership in Turbulent Times

Amid global political turmoil, Canadian human rights icon Irwin Cotler stands as a symbol of moral regeneration. Explore his life's work and why he offers a crucial counterpoint to today's challenges.

Canadians, including kids, increasingly detained in U.S.

New data reveals a concerning increase in the detention of Canadians, including minors, by U.S. immigration authorities. Queen's University professor Sharry Aiken explains the policy shifts driving this trend. Read the full analysis.

New Orleans Immigration Raids: Surveillance and Arrests

State and federal authorities monitor online sentiment and protests during Louisiana's 'Catahoula Crunch' immigration operation. Records show most arrested lacked violent criminal histories, raising transparency concerns.

UN Calls on Taliban to End Ban on Afghan Women

The United Nations has issued a formal call for the Taliban to reverse its ban on Afghan women working in UN offices in Afghanistan. This move highlights the ongoing human rights crisis under the de facto authorities.

NY Times Sues Pentagon Over Press Crackdown

The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against the Pentagon, alleging a crackdown on press freedoms. Get the latest details on this major legal and media confrontation.

UN's New 'Day Against Sanctions' Draws Sharp Criticism

The UN General Assembly inaugurates a day condemning Western sanctions, backed by authoritarian states. Critics argue it distracts from crises like Sudan, where 150,000 have died. Read the full analysis.

Family Alarms Over Jimmy Lai's Health in Hong Kong Jail

The children of jailed Hong Kong pro-democracy publisher Jimmy Lai voice grave concerns for his failing health as he approaches 78. Learn about his solitary confinement and the family's plea for international intervention.

Iraqi Jewish Voice: Nakba Exhibit Erasure Fuels Canadian Hate

Caroline Bassoon-Zaltman, an Iraqi Jew who fled persecution, warns that the Canadian Museum for Human Rights' 'Nakba' exhibit, by omitting Jewish displacement, is reviving the hatred she escaped. She sees parallels in today's Canada.

Dogs travelled with humans 10,000 years ago

A groundbreaking new study reveals that humans were migrating with their canine companions 10,000 years ago, reshaping our understanding of early domestication and partnership.

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