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Former North Korean Soldier Turned Human Rights Advocate Fears Loss of US Support

Jongwon Lee - Mar 7, 2025

Advocates say the US must continue to push for human rights in North Korea, which has sent thousands of soldiers to fight in the war in Ukraine.

Politics

What a Couple of Uber Trips Taught Me About the DNC

Peter Schurmann - Aug 22, 2024

Conversations with Uber drivers in California reveal a paradox for Democrats as they celebrate their party's historic ticket.

International Affairs

Hindus Under Attack in Bangladesh

India Currents - Aug 12, 2024

Hindus are under attack in Bangladesh following student riots that forced Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to flee.

International Affairs

Venezuela, My Country of Birth, Deserves to Have Its Voice Heard

Pilar Marrero - Jul 31, 2024

Venezuela is being rocked by what some are calling the worst election fraud in Latin American history.

International Affairs

Fears of Bloodshed as Venezuelans Take to Streets to Protest Election Results

Peter Schurmann - Jul 29, 2024

There are fears of growing civil unrest in Venezuela after President Nicolás Maduro claimed victory in an election many say was the opposition's to lose.

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Genocide Trial in Guatemala Puts Nation’s Tortured Past in Stark Relief

Mary Jo McConahay - Jun 18, 2024

Conviction would be a step forward in an uneven, ongoing effort to bring justice for war crimes committed during Guatemala’s armed internal conflict between 1960 and 1996.

International Affairs

Setting a Path After a Blowout Win

Palabra - Jun 6, 2024

What’s in it for border states with Claudia Sheinbaum as Mexico’s newly elected president?

Spotlight on Ethnic Media

Modi Claims Narrower Than Expected Victory in India Elections

India Currents - Jun 4, 2024

Contrary to most exit polls, the ruling BJP is expected to win around 240 seats, short of the number needed for a majority.

International Affairs

The Elusive Hopes of South Africa’s ‘Born Free’ Generation

Louis Freedberg - Jun 4, 2024

Thirty years after Nelson Mandela ended South Africa's apartheid rule, youth confront profound disillusionment over the nation's course.

Spotlight on Ethnic Media

‘I Don’t Arrive Alone’ — Mexico Elects First Woman President

Peninsula 360 - Jun 3, 2024

In remarks following her historic election win, Sheinbaum spoke of security, the economy and bi-lateral relations with the US, among other priorities.

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