By Amnesty International
What qualifies as “conflict-related sexual violence”? When discussing conflict-related sexual violence people often first think of rape, but it extends far beyond that. It also includes sexual slavery, enforced prostitution, forced pregnancy, enforced sterilization, trafficking in persons for the purpose of sexual exploitation, and threats of rape or sexual violence. Sexual violence is not limited to physical invasion but can encompass a range of physical and non-physical acts that violate sexual autonomy and sexual integrity. It is often […] The post What can be done to stop conflict-related…
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By Amnesty International
What are “third country removals” and how do they work? Third country removals send people that the United States wants out of its territory to countries other than their own, even if people have never been there before, have no connections in the country, and don’t speak the language. Some of the individuals removed are arbitrarily detained in the country of destination and many struggle to access independent legal support. All find themselves in […] The post How do US “third country removals” work and are they legal? appeared first on Amnesty International. ]]>
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By Amnesty International
Six million people around the world are being asked to sign a petition launched by Amnesty International today, to demand justice for the victims and survivors of the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which has spanned more than 30 years and claimed an estimated 6 million lives. The human rights organization’s “6 […] The post DRC: Amnesty International launches “6 million Voices for Justice for Congo” campaign, in renewed push for accountability for crimes under international law. appeared first on Amnesty International. ]]>
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By Gabriela Mesones Rojo
Shakira Galíndez fled Venezuela due to her vulnerability as a trans woman. Today, she is in a men’s detention facility, exposed to further discrimination, violence and deportation.
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By Andrew Stevens, Visiting Fellow, Centre for Urban and Regional Development Studies (CURDS), Newcastle University
Andy Burnham’s victory in the Makerfield byelection doesn’t simply mark the return of one of Labour’s most recognisable figures to parliament. With his clear ambitions to lead his party – and the country – it may also represent a landmark moment in English devolution. His thumping win – taking 55% of the votes and more than Restore UK and Reform Britain combined – means the political significance of metro mayors has never been higher.
For much of the post-war era, ambitious British politicians followed a familiar path. Success meant climbing the Westminster…
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By Tim Olds, Professor of Health Sciences, Adelaide University
Despite some XL players, such as Norway’s 195cm Erling Braut Haaland, the average height of all the teams is strikingly similar.
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Thursday, June 18, 2026
Remarks delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the UN, for the High-level Panel 2 of the 2026 ECOSOC Humanitarian Affair Segment in New York, 18 June 2026.
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By Amnesty International
Responding to the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the USA and Iran to end a months-long war that spilled into neighbouring countries, killing more than 6,000 people across the Middle East and rattling the global economy, Agnès Callamard, Amnesty International’s Secretary General, said: “US and Iranian officials have signed a deal to end […] The post US-Iran deal must centre human rights and region must see real and sustainable end to hostilities appeared first on Amnesty International. ]]>
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By Intifar Chowdhury, Lecturer in Government, Jeff Bleich Centre for Democracy and Disruptive Technologies, Flinders University
Boomer Lucinda Holdforth sides with younger generations in Going On and On – but neither youth nor old age are monoliths.
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By Sarah Maessen, Research Fellow, Department of Paramedicine, Auckland University of Technology
Bridget Dicker, Associate Professor of Paramedicine, Auckland University of Technology
Heather Hutchinson, Clinical Data Specialist, Auckland University of Technology
In New Zealand, ambulance crews treat about seven people a day who are in cardiac arrest, meaning their heart is no longer pumping blood to vital organs.
Sadly, fewer than one in eight are likely to survive.
But as our new study shows, more lives could be saved if community…
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