Two gay men were publicly whipped in Indonesia's Aceh province after being found guilty under strict Sharia law. The brutal caning has sparked international outrage and renewed debate on human rights.
Exclusive: The US deports a Ugandan asylum seeker, Kilmer Abrego Garcia, despite court findings he would face 'certain persecution' for his sexuality, igniting a major row with Uganda and outrage from human rights groups.
The United States has announced new visa restrictions for Ugandan officials in response to the country's harsh Anti-Homosexuality Act. This decisive move signals a major diplomatic rift over human rights.
A Guardian investigation uncovers the alarming and unregulated rise in the online market for human bones and remains, raising serious ethical and legal questions in the UK and beyond.
Former Doctor Who star Karen Gillan is set to appear alongside James Caan and Cuba Gooding Jr. in a powerful new death row drama, 'The Firing Squad', based on a remarkable true story.
A Nigerian father, previously denied asylum three times, has been granted the right to remain in Britain after a tribunal accepted his late claim that he faces persecution for being gay in his home country.
A damning new report from Human Rights Watch details horrific war crimes, including mass killings and rape, perpetrated by the M23 rebel group with Rwandan support in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
The UK's human rights watchdog has raised serious concerns over excessive police force during recent pro-Palestine demonstrations, calling for urgent reforms.
Four years after the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan, women face severe restrictions, including imprisonment for minor offences, as the regime enforces strict Islamic laws.
Gambia's parliament debates repealing the ban on female genital mutilation (FGM), sparking global outrage and fears of regression in women's rights.
A damning report highlights worsening human rights in Britain, citing rising anti-Semitic violence under Labour and growing curbs on free speech. The findings echo concerns from Donald Trump's administration.
The Trump administration has accused the UK of failing to uphold human rights standards, sparking a diplomatic row between the two allies.
Cuban-Americans in Miami are reconsidering their political loyalties, with many shifting support from Donald Trump to Marco Rubio amid evolving views on US-Cuba relations.
A woman in Morocco has been arrested and threatened with stoning after wearing a T-shirt with the slogan 'Allah is a lesbian' in public, sparking outrage and debate over religious expression and LGBTQ+ rights.
Miss Cuba, Lina Luaces, faces backlash after a video surfaced exposing her alleged lies about her background. The shocking footage has gone viral, sparking outrage among fans and pageant officials.
Havana residents endure skyrocketing prices and severe food shortages as Cuba's economic crisis deepens, with long queues and empty shelves becoming the norm.
Moscow accuses Washington of flying a spy plane near Cuba, raising tensions reminiscent of the Cold War era. Experts weigh in on the geopolitical implications.
A devastating lightning strike in Cuba has claimed the lives of four children, including an American boy, during a family holiday. The incident has left the community in shock.
The US State Department has rejected Senator Marco Rubio's request to revoke visas for Cuban officials, escalating diplomatic tensions amid ongoing political disputes.
Former US President Donald Trump faces backlash after praising African and Caribbean leaders accused of human rights abuses, including South Sudan's Salva Kiir and Cuba's Miguel Díaz-Canel.
A historic court ruling has struck down discriminatory colonial-era laws in the Caribbean, marking a major win for LGBTQ+ rights activists across the region.
A Cuban couple shares their emotional experience visiting Costco for the first time after fleeing Cuba, highlighting the stark contrast in abundance and freedom.
New Zealand introduces groundbreaking electoral reforms to enhance Māori representation and align with international human rights standards, sparking both praise and debate.
LGBTQ+ advocates in Hong Kong are pushing back against compulsory gender identification on official documents, arguing it violates privacy and human rights.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni sparks outrage with proposed restrictions on IVF and LGBTQ+ rights, drawing criticism from opposition and advocacy groups.
The party-loving grandson of communist leader Fidel Castro has enraged poverty-stricken Cubans by flaunting his luxury lifestyle on social media.
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has deported over 100 migrants to Ecuador, Cuba, Venezuela, and Liberia in a recent enforcement operation, raising concerns over immigration policies.
Explore Trinidad, a lesser-known Spanish colonial city in Cuba that rivals Havana with its vibrant culture, historic streets, and breathtaking beaches.
Cuba's social services minister, Marta Elena Feito Cabrera, has sparked controversy by asserting that homelessness does not exist in the country. Critics question the accuracy of her statement amid economic struggles.
The UN Human Rights Council has passed a resolution accusing Israel of potential war crimes in Gaza, while critics argue it overlooks Hamas's actions.