Colombians demand tough punishments in rape of indigenous girl

The soldiers admitted to "abusive sexual intercourse" with the 12-year-old girl from the Embera tribe last week

What should replace America's Confederate statues?

Plinths stand empty after protesters topple statues glorifying white power. Now calls grow for new ways to honor Black lives and unsung U.S. immigrants


COVID-19 highlights need for companies to protect domestic abuse victims

Some countries have passed laws obliging companies to help abuse victims by offering flexible working and extra leave


LGBT+ seniors on the evolution of pride and fight for equality

On the 50th anniversary of the first Pride March, LGBT+ seniors reflect on how far the community has come in its fight for equality


Powerless in a pandemic: Solar energy prescribed for off-grid healthcare

COVID-19 has made clear the need for reliable power in rural health facilities - including to cool an eventual coronavirus vaccine


In India, child labour victims struggle to receive state compensation

Children rescued from exploitative jobs are not being recognised as survivors of slavery, campaigners warn


Vietnam's 'first trans dad' shows LGBT+ openness and challenges

Vietnam is one of Asia's best places for LGBT+ people, but a long-promised transgender law has yet to come into force


Same-sex marriage rights around the world

Thirty two United Nations member states legally recognise same-sex couples


South African man dragged naked from shack sparks legal action against evictions

A viral video of a man being dragged from his home in Cape Town has led to an outcry over lack of affordable housing


Firings at U.S. non-profit spark concern among digital rights activists

The Open Technology Fund had pledged $10 million this year to some of the most important global digital rights efforts


Opinion

OPINION: Russia should repeal no-women jobs list

A transgender woman’s court victory highlights the Russian regulation’s absurdity



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