Pakistani journalists and opposition parties demand repeal of “draconian” digital media law
Criminal offenses have been introduced into the new version of the law regulating content on social and digital media, with government agencies being the sole arbiter of what is “false” or “fake”.
Revenue of weapons manufacturers continues to rise amid global wars and conflicts
US arms suppliers recorded a 29% jump in sales in 2024 and constituted a total share of 42% of the world’s total arms trade in 2023.
Months after indefinite strike, Samsung workers in India register their union
Despite opposition from management and the government, workers registered their union after a month-long strike and prolonged legal battle.
People’s victory: Indian government forced to cancel mining project in Tamil Nadu
Celebrations erupt after India’s ultra-right-wing government cancelled a hazardous mining project, following consistent mass protests.
ICC seeks arrest warrants for top Taliban leaders over gender based crimes against humanity
Since retaking power in August 2021, the Taliban has systematically denied millions of women and girls their fundamental rights.
Farmers organize tractor rallies across India and issue ultimatum to the government
In recent months farmers have intensified their struggle against the central government and its policies which favor corporations over the millions of small farmers in India.
Global North seeks expansion of nuclear arsenals instead of disarmament, Iran warns at UN
Iran seeks to revive JCPOA and criticizes nuclear-armed nations for modernizing and expanding their arsenals instead of pursuing disarmament.
Oxfam report: Global institutions breed global inequality and need reform
This year’s Oxfam report declares that former colonial powers in the Global North extracted and continue to extract billions of dollars of wealth every year from the countries of the Global South.