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Venezuela Crackdown: Dozens Arrested Ahead of Contested Inauguration

In the 72 hours before Edmundo González's scheduled inauguration, Venezuelan authorities arrested dozens of opposition figures, including his relative, and implemented censorship measures, aiming to suppress dissent amidst international support for González.

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Son-in-Law of Venezuelan Opposition Leader Kidnapped in Caracas

In Caracas, Venezuela, Rafael Tudares, son-in-law of self-exiled opposition leader Edmundo González, was kidnapped on Tuesday, prompting international concern and accusations of politically motivated abduction amid heightened security and disputed election results.

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Cambodian Opposition Politician Assassinated in Thailand

Lim Kimya, a 74-year-old Cambodian-French opposition politician, was shot dead in Bangkok, Thailand, on October 26, 2023, in what authorities believe was a contract killing linked to his criticism of Cambodia's government. A 41-year-old suspect has been arrested.

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Ainda Estou Aqui": A Family's Struggle Under Brazil's Dictatorship

The film "Ainda estou aqui," based on Marcelo Rubens Paiva's book and competing for a Golden Globe, meticulously recreates the family's 1960s home in Rio de Janeiro, highlighting their experiences during the Brazilian military dictatorship, including the disappearance and execution of Paiva's father...

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Algerian Novelist Imprisoned, Exposing Crackdown on Free Speech

Franco-Algerian novelist Boualem Sansal, winner of several prestigious literary awards, was arrested in Algiers on November 16th and charged with "attacking state security," sparking international outrage and highlighting strained Franco-Algerian relations.

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Mali: Opposition Figures Imprisoned and Abducted Amid Crackdown on Dissent

A Malian court sentenced opposition leader Issa Kaou N'Djim to two years in prison (one year suspended) for criticizing Burkina Faso's military junta, while another opposition figure, Ibrahim Nabi Togola, was abducted; both incidents underscore the increasing crackdown on dissent in Mali.

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Venezuela: Intensified Repression Before Inauguration Day

Venezuela's Chavista regime intensified repression in the 72 hours before Inauguration Day, arresting opposition figures like González Urrutia's son-in-law, surveilling Machado's family, and detaining numerous others, prompting protests and raising concerns about the upcoming inauguration.

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Venezuelan Opposition Leader Arrested Amid Crackdown

Opposition leader Enrique Márquez and at least twelve other regional political leaders and activists were arrested in Venezuela on January 7th, 2024, following the July 28th election and Márquez's subsequent criticism of the government's handling of the vote count, adding to concerns over political ...

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Myanmar Junta Releases Over 6,000 Prisoners on Independence Day",

Myanmar's military regime released over 6,000 prisoners, including 180 foreigners, for Independence Day, a common practice following the 2021 coup that ousted Aung San Suu Kyi and triggered a civil war; the reasons for the releases remain unclear.",",ShortTitle="Myanmar Junta Releases Over 6,000 Pri...

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Cuba: A Revolution's Failure and the Fight for Freedom

In Cuba, the disconnect between the government and the people is growing, marked by widespread issues (unsanitary conditions, blackouts, hunger, and repression of dissent) and a complete loss of trust in leaders. Independent journalist Reinaldo Escobar describes the situation as a profound failure o...

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Achromatopsia Crisis in Micronesia

Ten percent of the population in the Micronesian atolls of Pohnpei and Pingelap suffer from achromatopsia, a form of color blindness; Governor Joseph A. Stevenson has acknowledged the problem but stated there is no cure.

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Syrian Equestrian's 21-Year Imprisonment Under Assad Regime Revealed

Syrian equestrian champion Adnan Kassar was imprisoned and tortured for 21 years after defeating Bashar al-Assad's brother in a 1993 competition, finally released in 2014 following sustained international pressure after the fall of the Assad regime.

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