Tag: Human rights
Analysis: For women in Asia, motherhood is a complicated investment
Every person alive was born to someone, meaning that someone made an immensely intensive investment: motherhood.
Pope Francis underscores women’s integral role in Church and society
"The Church needs to keep this in mind because the Church is herself a woman: a daughter, a bride, and a mother"
Hong Kong unveils new national security law with tough penalties
Nearly 300 people have been arrested and more than 170 charged since the Beijing-imposed security law came into force.
Pope Francis to clergy abuse commission: ‘Our commitment must not wane’
Victims have questioned the effectiveness of the reforms, even suggesting that a culture of silence persists and victims remain sidelined
Two Philippine crew among dead in Huthi missile attack: govt
Manila is still seeking the release of 17 Filipinos taken hostage by the Huthis in November after the rebels seized their ship in the Red Sea
Malaysian artists decry ‘Mentega Terbang’ film ban and blasphemy charge as...
Conservatives said the film violates Islamic beliefs. Malaysia has over 63 percent of citizens identifying as Muslim
WYO4Children: Fostering growth through music and art for orphans in Vietnam
The World Youth Orchestra was founded on Sept. 15, 2001, serving as a beacon of cultural diplomacy and peacekeeping efforts
Thai police free Lao teenager after report of employer’s sexual abuse
The woman climbed a wall at the home to reach Thai police officers who had arrived outside the home along with her brother
Patriarch Pizzaballa: Ceasefire in Gaza, more urgent than ever
"It is clear that solutions must be found that guarantee stability, freedom, and dignity for both Palestinians and Israelis."
Pope: Imitate Jesus’ way of giving
In his message, Pope Francis pondered how to balance the concept of selflessly giving without expecting anything in return
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