Thai junta chief Prayuth Chan-ocha is known for losing his temper in public, but recently he has displayed a softer side amid speculation.
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In Joint Letter, Iranian Lawyers Condemn Tehran’s Jailing of Colleague
Iranian lawyers condemn tehran’s jailing of a fellow lawyer convicted of slandering a former official and demanded that their colleague be released.
Tunisian Teachers Protest for Higher Wages, Better Work Conditions
Tunisian teachers protest for higher wages and better work conditions on Wednesday, in an escalation of their protests against the cash-strapped government.
Serbia Rejects Freedom House Rating of Only ‘Partly Free’
Serbia’s prime minister on Wednesday rejected an independent freedom watchdog’s report that downgraded the Balkan country from “free” to “partly free.”
Ivory Coast’s Gbagbo Freed Under Conditions in Belgium
Ivory Coasts Gbagbo free under conditions in Belgium by International Criminal Court in The Hague on charges of crimes against humanity, court said Tuesday.
Smartmatic: An Election Tech Company Extending its Global Footprint
The election technologies company Smartmatic is no stranger to controversy including in places as far flung as Venezuela, the Philippines, and in America.
The Unexpected Dangers That Face Fleeing Saudi Women
New reporting from Australia sheds light on the risks Saudi women face fleeing abuse, discrimination, or repression to seek safety in another country.
The Governing Challenges Facing El Salvador’s President-Elect Bukele
El Salvador’s new president-elect Nayib Bukele, won in resounding fashion, means that he will take office with few friends in congress.
Swiss Government Looking Into Online Manipulation Ahead of Vote
Several government ministries in Switzerland are investigating whether online manipulation could affect upcoming elections, says a newspaper report.
Another Iranian Conservation Protester Detained as 8 Others in Court
Iran detains another environmentalist as eight activists went on trial in Tehran last week after spending a year in detention.