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Six Years After Coup, Egypt’s First Democratically Elected President Dies
Mohamed Morsi spent the last six years of his life in jail, including extended periods in solitary confinement.
Chicago Police Killing of Laquan McDonald Exposed a System Built on Lies
A new documentary examines the 2014 murder of Laquan McDonald and the attempted cover-up by Chicago police.
Hong Kong Protests Demand Withdrawal of Extradition Bill, Leader’s Resignation
Critics of the extradition bill say it would infringe on Hong Kong’s independence.
Bini, Friend of Assange, Spent Two Months in Jail Without Charge in Ecuador
Bini is still in prison after being arrested on the same day Assange was forcibly taken by British authorities.
World Pushes for Diplomacy as US Rushes to Blame Iran for Tanker Attacks
Iran denied any involvement and accused the Trump administration of trying to sabotage diplomacy.
Community Demands Answers After Trans Black Latinx Woman Died at Rikers
Layleen Polanco was transferred to solitary confinement a week before her death.
Mistrial Declared After Jury Refuses to Convict Scott Warren for Aiding Migrants
Warren’s trial ended Tuesday in a mistrial after a deadlocked jury was unable to deliver a verdict.
DHS Watchdog Confirms Horrific Conditions at Immigrant Jails
At least 24 immigrants have died in the custody of Immigration and Customs Enforcement under Trump.
Amid Record Homelessness, New York Passes Landmark Rent Protection Law
New York lawmakers announced an agreement that would provide the strongest tenant protections in over 25 years.
Australian Police Raid Network for Exposing War Crimes in Afghanistan
Press freedom groups are sounding the alarm over a pair of police raids on journalists.