In a brief chat during a recent meeting, U. S. President Donald Trump brought up the case of Jimmy Lai, a media tycoon from Hong Kong who's currently behind bars. Lai, now 77, is facing serious charges related to national security. Trump didn't ask for a specific deal to free Lai, but he did express
Louise Brink Géczy, a respected educator from Harford County, passed away on October 27 at the age of 79. Her influence extended far beyond the classroom, touching the lives of many students and colleagues. She was known for her dedication to teaching and her commitment to human rights. Born in Ohi
Torture prevention has been a hot topic since the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture was created in 2002. This agreement aimed to stop torture and mistreatment through surprise visits. Over the years, many guides and reports have been published to help with this mission. These inclu
In May 2025, a significant step was taken to support survivors of human rights abuses. The International Accountability Platform for Belarus (IAPB) released a practice note titled "A Survivor-Centred Approach to Documentation for Criminal Accountability. " This guide is a big deal because it focuses
In Brazil, a recent police operation in Rio de Janeiro has sparked outrage and calls for an independent investigation. The raid, which took place on October 28, resulted in the deaths of 121 people, including four police officers. The operation targeted the Comando Vermelho gang, a powerful criminal
The conflict in Sudan is getting worse. The United Nations chief has warned that the situation is now "spiraling out of control. " This comes after a paramilitary group, the RSF, took over the city of el-Fasher. This city has been under siege for 18 months. People there are suffering from hunger, di
In the town of Tawila, a clinic is bustling with activity. Children, thin and weak, lie on cots. Men with bandaged wounds wait for surgery. They are survivors from al-Fashir, a city that recently fell to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) after an 18-month siege. Up to 10, 000 people have fled to Tawila
Gaza's children are missing out on school. This is a big problem. Schools are not just about learning. They are also safe places. They help kids feel normal. Right now, only a small number of kids can go to school. Many are waiting to get in. This is not good. There are many things stopping kids fr
Sudan is facing a severe hunger crisis, with famine now spreading to two more areas. The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), a global authority on hunger, has identified el-Fasher in Darfur and Kadugli in South Kordofan province as the latest regions affected. The situation in thes
Nature is all around us. It's in the parks we visit, the trees lining our streets, and the green spaces in our schools. But how much do these places really help our health? Not much research has been done on this. Yet, it's clear that being around nature makes us feel better. So, why not make more o
