In Hong Kong, a court is moving closer to sentencing pro-democracy activists who were involved in an unofficial primary election. The activists, who were found guilty in the city's largest national security case, could potentially face life imprisonment. On Tuesday, the court started to hear pleas for leniency from some of the prominent activists.

A group of over 200 Indian academics, activists, and journalists have come together to publish an open letter calling on the Indian government to reverse its decision to allow the prosecution of renowned author Arundhati Roy under the country's anti-terrorism law. The signatories expressed their disapproval of the government's action and emphasized the importance of upholding the fundamental right to freely express views without fear. They urged the government and democratic forces in the country to prevent any infringement on this basic right.

Namibia's high court has made a landmark decision to overturn a law that criminalized consensual gay sex. This ruling is seen as a significant victory for LGBTQ+ campaigners who have been fighting against discrimination and violence in the country. The law banning "sodomy" and "unnatural offences" was inherited by Namibia from South Africa when it gained independence in 1990. Although the ban was rarely enforced, activists argued that it perpetuated discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals and even led to violence by the police. This decision marks a positive step forward for LGBTQ+ rights in Namibia, especially in a continent where such rights have faced setbacks in recent years.

Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 Rape Conviction Overturned in New York Overview of the Case The New York appeals court recently made a significant decision to overturn Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction. The court cited improper rulings by the judge overseeing the trial, which led to a biased outcome. This ruling has sparked a wave of reactions […]