Tag: Human rights
A light amid darkness
As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, and the coming of light into the world, we are reminded that amidst the darkness there is light
IN PHOTOS: Philippines’ lantern parade amplifies #NoToJeepneyPhaseout call
The spectacle of lights and colors with different lanterns put into the spotlight the current social issues and human rights concerns
US religious freedom commission urges Thailand not to deport Hmong activist...
Thai authorities have detained other Vietnamese victims of religious persecution who entered Thailand illegally to escape repression
Myanmar bishop calls for resilience and unity amidst conflict
Over 20 out of the diocese's 41 parishes have been vacated due to the conflict, leading to the displacement of priests, nuns, and faithful
Hong Kong embraces televised confessions of political prisoners
The recent appearance of two political prisoners in a television program has led many to believe that the mainland Chinese practice of “televised confessions” has found...
Silent Exodus: The Unseen Genocide Threatening Christianity in Gaza
Protecting religious minorities is not just a moral imperative; it is the safeguarding of a unique cultural and historical mosaic that defines our common humanity
Indigenous Indonesians use Korean letters to save dialect
Fears about their language's future prompted elders to accept the use of Hangul, but some do have concerns.
U.S. religious freedom watchdog urges White House to list India as...
US State Department defines a Country of Particular Concern as one that has engaged in or tolerated severe violations of religious freedom
Vatican issued declaration allowing ‘blessings’ for couples in irregular situation
It allows ordained ministers to join in prayer with those individuals who desire to entrust themselves to the Lord and seek guidance
UN report: More than 2.6 million people displaced across Myanmar
Both the military junta and the resistance forces should stop blocking any transportation of humanitarian aid, said Kyaw Win















