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Something New? Saudi Cleric Condones Child Brides
A ceremonial wedding between a girl and a frog sounds like child's play compared to a real wedding between a girl and a middle-aged man. Yet the practice continues to cross our screens and affect real lives around the world. And it's not stopping anytime soon — at least not in Saudi Arabia.
Myanmar Releases 9,002 Prisoners, Plus Democracy Activist
Still reeling from the effects of the cyclone this Spring, rats and all, Myanmar's junta has released 9,002 prisoners in a gesture they say is full of "loving kindness and goodwill," despite the fact that many doubt political prisoners will be in those numbers. One exception, Myanmar's longest serving political prisoner, Win Tin, who has been held since 1989. The 78-year-old spoke following his release from a friend's house saying, "I have to continue with my unfinished task of trying to achieve democracy in Myanmar."
New Study Finds Brothels Are All Over London and Spreading
Lots of sexy times in the UK? It appears that way, according to a new study compiled by the Poppy Project. The group, which educates about prostitution and assists victims of sex trafficking, found that brothels have spread to "every corner" of London — some charging as little as $30, or an extra $20 for unprotected sex.
Is an Election All That's Required to Create Democracy?
In its World Report 2008, Human Rights Watch criticizes Europe and the US for tolerating "sham democracies" for pure self-interest. Such "sham democracies" include Pakistan, Kenya, Nigeria, and Russia, where autocratic leaders pose as Democrats while stifling basic human rights such as free press, peaceful assembly, and a civil society capable of challenging power.
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Front Page: Iran Releases Female French Protester
- Iran releases a French woman who demonstrated during the elections. — CNN
- The "public option" portion of the health plan could be dropped. — New York Times
- A wedding fire in Kuwait that killed 45 women and children was started by the groom's ex-wife.
The National Mall Becomes a Sea of Humans and Hope
While only ex-presidents, first daughters, and powerful lawmakers got the front-row view of Barack Obama's inauguration today, I watched the events on the jumbotron in the shadow of the Washington Monument. In the minutes leading up to noon, the millions of people gathered, citizens of the country and the world, stood on the freezing lawn anxious to witness history.
There were resounding cheers for Bill and Hillary Clinton, and even more for Sasha and Malia.
UK Debates Holding Terror Suspects For 42 Days: Too Long?
The US isn't the only country with a firm eye on terrorism — and they're certainly not alone walking the tricky line between government abilities to crack down in meaningful ways and civil liberties. The British House of Commons is set to vote on a measure allowing police to detain people for up to 42 days without charge if they're suspected of terrorism-related activities.
Human rights organizations are outraged by the provision.
Gold Medal in Censorship? China Reblocks Websites
Now that the Olympics are long gone, and the world has its eyes off of China, the country's government has returned to keeping an eye on what its 250 million Internet users can access. It appears China, which has the most web users in the world, only made superficial advances in freedom of the press during the games. In other words: censorship is back!
Should the US Listen to Criticism of Its Human Rights Record?
Amnesty International's latest report assails the US for its human rights record, and calls for the immediate closure of Guantanamo Bay detention camp in Cuba.
The report says:
As the world's most powerful state, the USA sets the standard for government behaviour globally. With breathtaking legal obfuscation, the US administration has continued its efforts to weaken the absolute prohibition against torture and other ill-treatment.
Front Page: Huge Hole Forces Plane Landing, Nepal Police Detain 125 Tibetans, HIV Drugs Add 13 Years
- Huge Hole Forces Plane Landing: A Qantas passenger plane from London to Melbourne made an emergency landing in Manila after a giant hole was ripped in its underside. The emergency landing left all 346 passengers safe, but the nine-foot wide hole led to a loss of cabin pressure and a rough landing amid emergency preparations. Once safe on the ground, reactions of the passengers ranged from vomit to tears.
- Nepal Police Detain 125 Tibetans: Nepali police have detained 125 Tibetan refugees for attempting to storm a Chinese consular office in Kathmandu.
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