Prisoner Challenges Vegemite Ban in Human Rights Case
An Australian prisoner serving life for murder is suing the government, claiming the ban on Vegemite violates his right to enjoy Australian culture. The case heads to trial in 2025.
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Richard Gere brings Tibet advocacy to Parliament Hill
Hollywood star Richard Gere brings his long-standing Tibet advocacy to Canada's Parliament Hill, urging for human rights support. Learn about his mission and key messages.
Families Urge Russia to Return Deported Ukraine Kids
Ukrainian families demand the return of children forcibly taken to Russia, as evidence mounts of systematic deportations. Learn about international efforts to reunite families.
Laurentian faculty union launches human rights pension challenge
Laurentian University faculty union plans human rights challenge to negotiate pension improvements. Learn how this could reshape collective bargaining rights in Ontario.
Palestinian deaths in Israeli custody surge amid abuse reports
Deaths of Palestinian detainees in Israeli custody have dramatically increased, with prison guards describing rampant abuse and inhumane conditions. Read the disturbing details.
TD Bank Settles Human Rights Case in Bella Bella Ceremony
Heiltsuk Nation hosts a washing ceremony after TD Bank settles a human rights complaint. Sharif Bhamji was denied service due to his status card. Read about the reconciliation.
TD Bank Settles Human Rights Complaint in B.C.
TD Bank resolves human rights complaint filed by Muslim-Indigenous man denied service at Surrey branch. Settlement marks victory for religious accommodation rights in Canada.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers CEO Wade Miller gets CFL award
Winnipeg Blue Bombers president and CEO Wade Miller receives the prestigious Commissioner's Award from the CFL. Discover his impact on the team and the 2025 Grey Cup.
Lula's former minister accused of sexual misconduct
Brazil's former human rights minister under President Lula faces formal sexual misconduct charges. Get the latest developments on this political scandal.
Human remains found in Calgary's Nose Hill Park
Calgary police are investigating after human remains were discovered in Nose Hill Park on November 14, 2025. Authorities continue their examination of the scene.
UN holds emergency session on Sudan paramilitary killings
The UN Human Rights Council convenes a special session addressing the killings by paramilitary forces in Sudan's Darfur region. Read the latest developments.
UN holds emergency session on Sudan human rights crisis
The UN Human Rights Council convenes a special session addressing the escalating crisis in Sudan's Darfur region after hundreds killed in el-Fasher. Key developments and international response.
B.C. Commissioner: Drug Stigma Violates Human Rights
B.C. Human Rights Commissioner Kasari Govender declares stigmatizing drug users violates human rights. Learn how this impacts addiction recovery and public health policy in Canada.
Quebec mandates French integration for newcomers
Quebec's language commissioner calls for compulsory integration pathway requiring immigrants to participate in French-language activities. Learn how this plan aims to strengthen social cohesion.
Freed Gaza Hostage Reveals Sexual Assault Ordeal
Exclusive testimony from a recently freed Israeli hostage details systematic sexual violence and brutal conditions during 55 days of Hamas captivity, sparking international condemnation.
Free Museum Admission for Canadian Veterans in Winnipeg
Veterans and current Canadian Armed Forces members now receive complimentary access to Winnipeg's Canadian Museum for Human Rights, honoring their service and sacrifice.
Venezuela's Crisis: The Price of Dealing with Maduro
An examination of the brutal price Venezuelans pay to maintain Nicolas Maduro's authoritarian regime while Canada weighs diplomatic recognition.
Tanzania Opposition: Security Forces Secretly Dumping Bodies
Explosive claims emerge from Tanzania as opposition leaders accuse security forces of secretly disposing bodies after deadly election-related clashes. Witnesses report nighttime operations and mass graves.
Remains of Missing Indigenous Woman Found in Washington
Human remains discovered near Bellingham identified as 23-year-old Indigenous woman missing since 2020, sparking renewed calls for justice in Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women cases.
Canadian Weapons Fuel Sudan Civil War: Groups Demand Action
Human rights organizations demand Canada implement stronger arms export controls as evidence reveals Canadian-made weapons are being used in Sudan's devastating conflict, raising serious humanitarian concerns.
Nicki Minaj Confronts Trump Over Nigeria Christian Killings
Rap superstar Nicki Minaj makes headlines after directly challenging Donald Trump about the ongoing violence against Christians in Nigeria, sparking global conversation about religious persecution.
Trump's Nigeria Christian Persecution Stance Sparks Debate
Former President Donald Trump's administration took a firm position on religious violence in Nigeria, drawing both praise and criticism for its approach to addressing Christian persecution.
Amherstburg Council Faces Integrity Probe Over Language
Amherstburg town council has taken the unprecedented step of involving an integrity commissioner after council members reportedly used foul and inappropriate language during a recent meeting, sparking controversy in the Ontario municipality.
Lawsuit: Inhumane Conditions at Chicago ICE Facility
A disturbing new lawsuit exposes alleged human rights violations and medical neglect at the McHenry County Adult Correctional Facility, where ICE detainees face life-threatening conditions.
UN Rights Chief: US Yemen Strikes May Be Unlawful
The United Nations' top human rights official has issued a strong condemnation of recent U.S. military strikes in Yemen, calling them potentially illegal under international law and warning of devastating humanitarian consequences for civilians.
Alberta Privacy Watchdog Demands Survey Data Preservation
The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner demands Alberta's government safeguard controversial survey results as legal deadline looms.
Dartmouth Care Facility Closing in Human Rights Settlement
Ocean View Manor, a long-term care facility in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, will close permanently on December 31st as part of a human rights remedy affecting residents with disabilities across the province.
US Approved Surveillance Tech for China: AP Investigation
An explosive AP investigation uncovers how US agencies approved and assisted American companies selling sophisticated monitoring technology to China, raising serious human rights concerns.
Brockville Mayor's 'Wackadoodles' Comment Violates Code
An integrity commissioner's report finds Brockville Mayor Matt Wren breached conduct rules by dismissing concerned citizens as 'wackadoodles' during council discussions about procedural changes.
Rio's Deadliest Police Raid: 40+ Bodies Found
A shocking police operation in Rio de Janeiro's Jacarezinho favela leaves more than 40 dead in what authorities call the city's deadliest raid ever, raising serious human rights concerns.
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