On Monday, Tunisians voted on a brand-new constitution that observers say could spell the end of the country’s democratic era.
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Myanmar Junta Executes Four Democracy Activists
Four pro-democracy campaigners were executed by Myanmar’s Tatmadaw military junta despite international calls for restraint.
Hong Kong Book Fair Bars Democracy Publishers
Three independent publishers have been barred from the annual book fair in Hong Kong, because of their support for democracy.
Ferocious Lions’ Statue On India’s Parliament Raises Eyebrows
In response to criticism of the appearance of the emblem on top of the new parliament building, the government defended the design.
Fear Up For Brazil’s Heated Election As Party Official Slain
Ahead of Brazil’s fiercely contested elections in October, there are growing concerns about an increasingly violent campaign.
Reversing West Africa’s Authoritarian Turn
Despite West Africa’s declining levels of governance, there is still substantial public support for democracy in the region.
No Progress In Sri Lanka Without Total Overhaul Of Political System
Although the situation is dramatic, the political elite has not risen to the occasion in Sri Lanka. No politician has yet provided a solution.
Sir Mo Farah reveals he was trafficked to the UK as a child
The Olympic star told BBC he was named Mohamed Farah by those who brought him from Djibouti. His real name is Hussein Abdi Kahin.
In Belarus, A Social Media Post Brings 6.5 Years In Prison
Belarus has been transformed into a Russian air base by Mr. Lukashenko, who is increasingly looking to Russia for protection.
Uber Broke Laws, Secretly Lobbied Governments, Leak Reveals
A massive leak of private documents shows that Uber breached laws and lobbied governments as it rose to dominate the world market.