Human Rights

The U.N. is working on a new code of conduct that helps regulate the spread of mis- and disinformation, particularly on social media.

UN officials looking to crack down on spread of online disinformation

Influencers face backlash for visiting and praising Shein factory in China during a PR trip

President Biden's second democracy summit starts March 19. He is pledging $690 million toward bolstering other nation's democracies.

President Biden starts his second democracy summit with $690M pledge

Rep. Chris Smith, R-N.J., and Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., are both trying to end normal trade relations between the United States and China.

Congressional lawmakers want to end normal trade relations with China

El Salvador’s voted to extend emergency rules allowing police to round up suspected gangs members as part of its crackdown on gang violence.

El Salvador extends controversial anti-gang crackdown measures

Saudi Arabia is known for its strict laws, but for world-class soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo, the kingdom is making exceptions.

Saudi Arabia bends strict rules for soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo

An officer in Louisiana has been booked on charges of negligent homicide for pursuing a car chase that resulted in the death of two teens.

Midday rundown: Officer arrested after deadly crash; NFL Hamlin update

The wife and daughter of former Iranian soccer star Ali Daei were prevented from leaving Iran after being accused of supporting protestors.

Iran reroutes soccer star’s flight, pursues high-profile protest supporters

The FIFA World Cup is just weeks away and its host, Qatar, is facing worldwide criticism over its human rights record.

Qatar drawing criticism before 2022 World Cup kicks off