Facial recognition is helping Putin curb dissent with the aid of US tech
Seven lawyers said the use of facial recognition against protesters and activists in Moscow likely constitutes human rights violations.
Tue Mar 28 2023
Malaysia to continue as voice against human rights violations - FM Saifuddin
Malaysia plans to prioritise constructive engagement, cooperation, inclusivity, transparency and mutual respect in the HRC.
Fri Oct 15 2021
UK ready to consider imposing new sanctions against military in Myanmar - Foreign Secretary
Dominic Raab said the regime should not be allowed to profit from the abuse of power and human rights violations.
Thu Mar 11 2021
US to take action against 'egregious' human rights violations in Hong Kong - Blinken
China insists the law aims to punish illegal activities in the city without harming the fundamental freedoms of the local population.
Thu Mar 11 2021
Sime Darby Plantation reiterates zero tolerance on abuse, human rights violations
In a statement, it expressed deep concern over the allegations made by the Associated Press (AP) in a news article published on Nov 18, 2020.
Thu Dec 03 2020
Britain will be tough with China over new Hong Kong security law
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab, who on Sunday accused China of gross human rights violations, will announce the suspension of the treaty in parliament.
Mon Jul 20 2020
Myanmar's Suu Kyi condemns all rights violations in Rakhine State
Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi condemned all human rights violations on Tuesday and said anyone responsible for abuses in troubled Rakhine State would face the law.
Tue Sep 19 2017
Obama plans to sign bill to impose sanctions against Venezuelan officials
US President Barack Obama plans to sign into law a bill that would levy sanctions against some Venezuelan officials over human rights violations, the White House said on Thursday.
Fri Dec 12 2014
Peru's Fujimori back in jail after hospital stay
Peruvian ex-president Alberto Fujimori was back in prison on Monday after spending the weekend at a Lima hospital, relatives said.
Mon Oct 21 2013
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024