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Published on Jun 5, 2025

World Bank U-turn ends loan ban to Uganda over gay rights

The World Bank says it is lifting a ban on loans to Uganda that it had put in place two years ago when the country passed a draconian new law against LGBTQ people. In 2023, Uganda voted in some of the world's harshest anti-homosexual legislation …

Source: BBC - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jun 5, 2025

South African citizens languish in Harare prisons, convicted for drug dealing, or awaiting deportation

The Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission has told IOL that scores of South African nationals are languishing in Zimbabwe’s Harare Remand Prison, awaiting deportation, after they were arrested for breaching the neighbouring country’s immigration laws. Another …

Source: IOL - Indeterminate
Published on 11:13 GMT

Opinion| South Sudan’s silent war on freedom: The case for urgent investment in human rights defenders

While international headlines are often dominated by South Sudan’s humanitarian crises, its floods, famine, and feuding elites, a more insidious war is unfolding below the radar. It is not fought with tanks or peace agreements but through silence, …

Source: Radio Tamazuj - Neutral
Published on Jun 4, 2025

DEBT WOES! M7 saves Ex-Katikkiro from jail, gives him Sh2.8bn to clear loans

President Museveni has ordered the State House Comptroller Jane Barekye to arrange sh2.8bn and be given to Ex-Buganda Kingdom-Katikkiro Eng.JB Walusimbi to save him from looming jail. This publication recently exclusively revealed how Walusimbi maybe …

Source: Red Pepper - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 4, 2025

Over 100 inmates flee Pakistani prison Search restarts for UK child lost in ’07 2 would-be attackers killed, Uganda says ...

Over 100 inmates flee Pakistani prison KARACHI, Pakistan -- More than 100 inmates escaped from a prison and at least one was killed in a shootout in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi overnight after they were temporarily moved out of their cells …

Source: Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette - Pending
Published on Jun 3, 2025

Video stars: the booming VJ scene localising Hollywood films for Ugandans

On a recent Saturday afternoon in an informal settlement in the Ugandan capital, Kampala, dozens of young men sat on benches in a dark shack to watch a bootlegged version of the Hollywood comedy-horror film The Monkey. As the English-language action …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on 04:51 GMT

What is the International Criminal Court?

By Stephanie van den Berg What is the International Criminal Court? THE HAGUE, - President Donald Trump's administration on Thursday imposed sanctions on four judges at the International Criminal Court, an unprecedented retaliation over the tribunal…

Source: Hindustan Times - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 2, 2025

LGBTQ Ugandans, forced to hide in shelters, fear their relative safety is only temporary

Shilah, a Ugandan trans woman living in a shelter on the outskirts of Kampala, fears for her safety every day. In Uganda, homophobia is rampant and homosexuality has long been a crime. In the past two years, it has even become punishable by death. “I am …

Source: The Globe and Mail - Neutral
Published on Jun 3, 2025

Fugitive Ugandan warlord's ICC hearing to go ahead

The International Criminal Court (ICC) will hear the war crimes charges against fugitive Ugandan warlord Joseph Kony later this year after judges rejected an appeal from his defence team. For the first time in the court's history, the so-called " …

Source: RTE Ireland - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 30, 2025

Uganda court breaks into song, chants as Karua arrives to defend Kizza Besigye:...

Martha Karua drew thunderous applause and chants of “never surrender” as she entered Nakawa court to represent Uganda’s opposition leader Kizza Besigye In a packed courtroom turned rally ground, Besigye supporters clapped, sang, and stood on benches in a …

Source: TUKO - Neutral
Published on May 27, 2025

Man pleads guilty to lighting wife on fire in Rochester after Uganda arrest

by: George Gandy Posted: May 27, 2025 / 10:53 AM EDT Updated: May 27, 2025 / 12:10 PM EDT ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A man who was arrested in Uganda for allegedly setting his wife on fire in Rochester pleaded guilty in court Tuesday. David Johnson …

Source: WROC - New York - Neutral
Published on Jun 3, 2025

We went through hell in Tanzania, activists Mwangi and Atuhaire say

Human rights activist Boniface Mwangi in a wheelchair being wheeled at the Moi International Airport in Mombasa County on Thursday 22nd May 2025. He was dumped at Horohoro at the Tanzania - Kenya border and claims he was tortured. [Kelvin Karani, Standard] …

Source: The Standard - Indeterminate
Published on 17:18 GMT

Rubio and Trump accused of criminal obstruction

Human rights defenders on Friday accused U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio of criminal obstruction after Rubio announced sanctions targeting four International Criminal Court judges who authorized an investigation into torture …

Source: Raw Story - Left-wing
Published on 11:38 GMT

The US sanctions four judges at the ICC in The Hague

The United States is imposing sanctions on four judges at the international criminal court (ICC) in The Hague, citing what it says are its “illegitimate actions” against the United States and Israel. Secretary of state Marco Rubio announced the sanctions …

Source: DutchNews - Neutral
Published on 07:37 GMT

Dutch laws

By Rhoda Grace Saron on June 6, 2025 Lawyers explore ways to secure FPRRD’s temporary release from ICC detention VICE PRESIDENT Sara Duterte revealed Tuesday that her father’s legal team is reviewing Dutch laws to secure the temporary release of former …

Source: Mindanao Times - Neutral
Published on Jun 5, 2025

HRC59: Key issues at the Human Rights Council in June 2025

Stay up-to-date: Follow @ISHRglobal and #HRC59 on X and @ishr.ch on BlueSky, and look out for our Human Rights Council Monitor. During the session, follow the live-updated programme of work on Sched. Click on the links below to browse through this full …

Source: International Service for Human Rights - Pending
Published on Jun 5, 2025

Former CID spokesperson Twiine further remanded

NUP’s Noah Mitala alias Noah Mutwe (Left) and Former CID Spokesperson Charles Mansio Twiine (right) before Court. PHOTO URN Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court has further remanded Detective Assistant Superintendent of …

Source: Independent (Uganda) - Center-left
Published on Jun 5, 2025

Mossad’s Former Chief Calls the War in Gaza ‘Useless’

Subscribe here: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Overcast | Pocket Casts In John le Carré novels, the spies often lie and keep secrets even when they don’t have to, because it’s a “mentality,” le Carré once explained, a way of living “you never shed.” …

Source: The Atlantic - Neutral
Published on Jun 5, 2025

Trump and Musk’s fractured relationship escalated into a full-blown feud. Here’s how today unfolded.

Top US universities raced to become global campuses. Under Trump, it’s becoming a liability — 8:07 p.m. By the Associated Press Three decades ago, foreign students at Harvard University accounted for just 11% of the total student body. Today they account …

Source: The Boston Globe - Massachusetts - Neutral

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 18:47 GMT

Violent Human Traffickers Sentenced to Life in Prison

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) — Two members of a violent human trafficking ring that operated in south Columbus were sentenced today to life in prison, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced. The sentencing of James Antwan Dukes-Johnson, 29, and Michael Anthony …

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Published on June 5, 2025 - 21:10 GMT

Sir Gadfly Elevates Bitcoin-Native Art with Fiat Prison, Neon Bloom Resale, and 2 BTC Milestone

Glitch artist Sir Gadfly redefines cultural permanence through on-chain physical-digital masterworks, as collector momentum accelerates. AUBURN, CA, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At the Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas, …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 18:00 GMT

Policy Pathways Launches 'Uncounted': A National Civilian-Driven In-Custody Death Reporting Database

Accountability Begins With A Count. RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a landmark step toward justice and transparency in the American criminal legal system, Policy Pathways, Inc., has launched Uncounted—the …

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Published on June 5, 2025 - 04:20 GMT

Texas Man Sentenced to 26 Months in Prison for Making Threats of Violence Against Employees of Sikh Nonprofit ...

A Dallas County, Texas man was sentenced to 26 months in prison for a federal hate crime and for making violent interstate threats against various individuals based on their religion, including the employees of a Sikh nonprofit organization located in New …

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Published on June 4, 2025 - 20:14 GMT

Tom Girardi Sentenced to More Than Seven Years in Federal Prison

(Subscription required) Tom Girardi's lawyers pleaded for the judge to impose a noncustodial sentence so that their client, who turns 86 years old Tuesday and has dementia, could serve his sentence at a memory care unit in assisted living. "Today …

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Published on June 4, 2025 - 08:55 GMT

Ex-Kyrgyz Leader Faces Over Eleven-Year Prison Sentence

(MENAFN) Former Kyrgyz leader Almazbek Atambayev has been sentenced in absentia to over 11 years behind bars, according to media reports on Tuesday. Atambayev, who served as president from 2011 to 2017, was found guilty of illegally obtaining land in the …

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Published on June 4, 2025 - 00:38 GMT

Funding to improve security at prisons

Release date: 04/06/25 The Malinauskas Labor Government is taking action to improve staff and prisoner safety and reduce the amount of contraband entering prisons. The 2025-26 State Budget will provide $6.8 million over four years to improve security at …

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Published on June 3, 2025 - 21:05 GMT

Attorney General Jackley Announces California Man Sentenced To Prison, Ordered to Pay $325,000 Restitution for Internet ...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 Contact: Tony Mangan, Communications Director, 605-773-6878 PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that a California man has been sentenced to eight years in prison and ordered to …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 18:43 GMT

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF RICHARD WESSELT WHO PURCHASED VARIABLE ANNUITIES OR LIFE INSURANCE POLICIES

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Richard Wesselt Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities attorneys KlaymanToskes continues …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 18:08 GMT

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF BRITTANI SCHAEFER/ARETE WEALTH MANAGEMENT: $1,000,000 FINRA ARBITRATION CLAIM FILED

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Brittani Schaefer at Arete Wealth Management, Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities law …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 18:00 GMT

Policy Pathways Launches 'Uncounted': A National Civilian-Driven In-Custody Death Reporting Database

Accountability Begins With A Count. RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a landmark step toward justice and transparency in the American criminal legal system, Policy Pathways, Inc., has launched Uncounted—the …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 18:00 GMT

Glitz, Glamour, and Giving: LATLC's Hollywood Casino Night Was a Smashing Success

An unforgettable night of poker games, music, and fundraising at the Hollywood Roosevelt to support Los Angeles Trial Lawyers’ Charities. HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Los Angeles Trial Lawyers’ Charities ( …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 17:38 GMT

‘Smishing’ Scam Targeting NYC Drivers With Fake DMV Texts Prompts Legal Warnings

Fake DMV texts are scamming NYC drivers with threats about unpaid tickets. Officials warn: don’t click links, verify through DMV, and report to the FTC. BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new wave of text message …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 17:36 GMT

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF MICHAEL WHITAKER AND NEWBRIDGE SECURITIES WHO SUFFERED LOSSES IN GWG L BONDS

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Michael Whitaker at Newbridge Securities Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes THE VILLAGES, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities law …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 17:11 GMT

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF BROKER RUSS CONRAD WHO SUFFERED INVESTMENT LOSSES

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Russ Conrad Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities attorneys KlaymanToskes issues an …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 17:04 GMT

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF TODD WALKER AND CENTAURUS FINANCIAL WHO SUFFERED LOSSES IN GWG L BONDS

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Todd Walker at Centaurus Financial Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities law firm …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 16:55 GMT

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF RANDY BIRKINBINE AND AUSDAL FINANCIAL WHO SUFFERED LOSSES IN GWG L BONDS

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Randy Birkinbine at Ausdal Financial Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes NORTH OAKS, MN, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities attorneys …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 16:30 GMT

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO INVESTORS WHO SUFFERED MADISON REALTY ASPEN HOUSE DST INVESTMENT LOSSES

If You Suffered Losses in Aspen House DST with Financial Advisor Michael Culwell at Emerson Equity, Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

Hamid Kohan, CEO of Legal Soft & Law Practice AI, Joins Forbes Business Council

WOODLAND HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hamid Kohan, President & CEO of Legal Soft and Law Practice AI, and Founder of Magic Law Group, has been accepted into the Forbes Business Council, an exclusive, invitation-only …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 15:23 GMT

Joshua LeRoy, DUI Attorney in West Palm Beach, Celebrates 20 Years of Legal Service with Special June Offer

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Joshua LeRoy, a seasoned DUI attorney in West Palm Beach, proudly announces his upcoming 20th anniversary defending individuals across Palm Beach County. To mark this milestone, LeRoy …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 14:41 GMT

Veritas Global Founder Corey Harris Speaks at Big Dipper Innovation Summit

Corey Harris discussed critical fintech regulatory trends at recent innovation summit. RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, VA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Corey Harris, founder and managing Partner at Veritas Global, recently participated …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Legal Considerations for Remote Freelancers Launching Businesses

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With millions of Americans now embracing freelancing and freelance businesses, understanding the legal intricacies of forming a business entity has become more crucial than ever. The freelance …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 13:43 GMT

Vanguard Attorneys Managing Partner Karina Perez Ilić Achieves Board Certification in Civil Trial Law by The Florida Bar

TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Managing Attorney Karina Perez Ilić of Vanguard Attorneys has achieved Board Certification in Civil Trial Law by The Florida Bar. Fewer than 1% of Florida attorneys hold this distinction, which …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 13:41 GMT

Chambers USA Recognizes The Wagner Law Group and Attorneys Harold Ashner, Eric Keller, Andrew Oringer and Roberta Watson

The Wagner Law Group and Attorneys Harold Ashner, Eric Keller, Andrew Oringer and Roberta Casper Watson have been Ranked in the 2025 Edition of Chambers USA BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Wagner Law Group, has …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 13:24 GMT

NovoaGlobal® and City of Chiefland Partner to Enhance School Zone Safety with Automated Speed Enforcement

NovoaGlobal to Provide First Automated School Zone Speed Enforcement Program in Levy County CHIEFLAND, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NovoaGlobal®, a leading provider of advanced traffic safety and enforcement technology, …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 13:12 GMT

Blake Hunter Yagman Joins Spiro Harrison & Nelson as Partner

Top Boutique Law Firm Adds Leading Antitrust and Data Privacy Attorney to its Growing Practice RED BANK, NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spiro Harrison & Nelson is pleased to announce that Blake Hunter Yagman, …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 13:02 GMT

Ibotta, Inc. Shareholders Who Lost Money on Their Investment are Encouraged to Contact Johnson Fistel

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Johnson Fistel, PLLP announces that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors of Ibotta, Inc. (NYSE: IBTA). The lawsuit, Civil Action No. 25-CV-01213, was filed in …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Protection Tax Offers Second-Opinion Reviews for Questionable Tax Relief Plans

Protection Tax helps clients avoid IRS rejection by reviewing prior filings for accuracy, eligibility, and legal compliance through verified documentation. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Taxpayers unsure about …

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