Europe June 11 European nation agrees to 'temporarily' host deported immigrants from US amid Trump push The European nation of Kosovo agrees to accept U.S. deportees amid similar U.K. and Denmark arrangements as the Balkan nation explores migration hosting for potential income.
China June 4 China, Rubio exchange jabs on 36th anniversary of Tiananmen Square massacre On the 36th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square attack, China faces criticism over its censorship and refusal to acknowledge the deadly 1989 pro-democracy protests.
California May 25 Trans athlete qualifies for California girls' track and field state championship amid federal investigation A trans athlete advancing to California's girls' track championship sparks controversy, with CIF under investigation for defying federal orders.
Human Rights May 25 European nations demand power to deport immigrants who commit crimes Nine EU countries, led by Denmark, challenged the European Court of Human Rights to permit deportations of illegal immigrants, citing threats to democracy and safety.
Israel May 22 Red Cross fighting to reach hostages, alleviate 'catastrophic' situation in Gaza A Red Cross official says the organization is ready to help hostages who have been held in Gaza for more than 590 days. He also noted that the organization is trying to aid Gazans who are in a "catastrophic" situation.
Pope Leo XIV May 9 Pope Francis-era deal with Chinese Communist Party again under scrutiny as Pope Leo takes the reins Pope Leo XIV will face many challenges in his time as leader of the Catholic Church, including how to counter Chinese oppression of faithful that was exacerbated following Vatican deal.
Opinion May 3 World Press Freedom Day: Release my father Jimmy Lai, who published what China's leaders did not want to hear On World Press Freedom Day, we must remind ourselves of the people who have lost their freedoms fighting for this very right. My father Jimmy Lai is one such man.
Ukraine April 30 Moscow returns body of Ukrainian journalist killed in Russian captivity bearing signs of significant torture The body of Ukrainian journalist Viktoria Roshchyna reportedly showed signs of severe torture during her captivity before being returned to Kyiv with her eyes and brain removed.
Iran April 22 Iran ramps up state executions amid nuclear talks with US Security experts are urging the U.S. to consider Iran's human rights abuses in its nuclear talks with Tehran as executions continue to escalate under Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
State Department April 21 State Dept defends human rights abuse report changes, says streamlined process eliminates 'political bias' A senior State Department official pushed back on NPR's reporting on changes to the 2024 Human Rights Report, saying the restructuring eliminates political bias.
Travel March 11 Archaeologists unearth rare artifacts beneath Harriet Tubman's family home Artifacts tied to American abolitionist Harriet Tubman were found by archaeologists at her father's home in Hanover, Maryland. Plates, pitchers, and bowls were found at the site.