Tag: Human rights and civil liberties
Israel welcomes German leader as ally against antisemitism
JERUSALEM — Israel's president warmly welcomed his German counterpart on Monday, praising him as an ally in combatting antisemitism.
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Key voting rights decision expected from Supreme Court
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court is wrapping up its first all-virtual term, with decisions expected in a key case on voting rights and another...
Amsterdam mayor apologizes for city fathers’ role in slavery
AMSTERDAM — The mayor of Amsterdam apologized Thursday for the extensive involvement of the Dutch capital's former governors in the global slave trade, saying...
William, Harry to unveil Diana statue as royal rift simmers
LONDON — They were once so close.
Princes William and Harry...
Minnesota lawmakers pass modest police accountability bill
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Senate approved a modest set of police accountability measures early Wednesday that's part of a broader public safety budget bill,...
Indianapolis prosecutor who resigned for cancer care dies
INDIANAPOLIS — Former Marion County Prosecutor Terry Curry has died nearly two years after he stepped down while undergoing prostate cancer treatments. He was...
Iran oil workers strike for better wages as economy suffers
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Thousands of workers in Iran’s vast energy industry have gone on strike over the past week to press demands...
July 4, Juneteenth and the meaning of national holidays
NEW YORK — On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress formally endorsed the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations began within days: parades and public readings,...
Q&A: Ford Foundation’s leader straddles contrasting worlds
Darren Walker has experienced two sides of life — one of poverty, one of wealth.
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Iowa court: State may block abortion provider sex education
DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa's high court said Wednesday that the state may refuse to allow Planned Parenthood to conduct sex education programs funded...
