Refugees’ worst fears realised as Myanmar junta detains hundreds deported by Malaysia
This comes as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim cosies up to the junta leader with promises of diplomatic and economic benefits.
Global rights groups condemn duo's arrest as lawyers warn money laundering law being weaponised against govt critics
They note that the latest clampdown follows an online smear campaign which was later amplified by the prime minister's aide.
Xenophobic bots turn their attacks on migrant children at school, yet videos remain online
It marks a worrying trend in an escalating campaign against migrants and refugees, largely fuelled by misinformation.
Stop the hate, protect the Rohingya in Malaysia
The online rhetoric does not reflect reality, but reflects fear deliberately stoked by misinformation.
M Ravi, the man who defied Singapore regime's harassment, dies
M Ravi never gave up despite the odds stacked against him by the Singapore regime, which has always used its grip on the legal process to silence critics.
Suhakam barred from jail probe in first obstruction in 25 years
It comes just days after the arrest of two activists for turning up at the home ministry to hand over a memorandum on prisoners' rights.
Lies followed by threats in arrest of Suaram director
Footage clearly shows Sevan Doraisamy was arrested.
Israel's biblical rights? Human rights are universal
No state should invoke religious doctrine to deny human rights to others.
Fundamental freedoms and human rights backslide under Anwar, says global report
Human Rights Watch says instead of fulfilling promises for reforms, Anwar Ibrahim's government expanded repressive powers to criminalise speech.
Statelessness in Sabah: A call to restore human dignity
By addressing statelessness, we not only correct a grave injustice, but also enrich society with contributions of those who have been marginalised for far too long.
Groups dismayed by Anwar's failure to protect human rights
Five civil society groups supportive of the prime minister's reform promises say it has been a disappointing two years.
Mum's citizenship comes a day too late for stateless woman
Fatimah has been without citizenship for four decades and is upset with government and opposition leaders alike
