In 2025, there was a drop in the number of journalists locked up around the world. However, the situation is still far from good. As of December 1, 330 journalists were in jail. This is a decrease from the record high of 384 in 2024. But why does this matter? China leads the way in jailing journali
Latin America is in a tough spot. Progressive leaders are feeling the heat from both their own people and the Trump administration. The people want quick fixes to crime, and Trump is pushing hard for tough action. El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele has shown what a hard-line approach can do. His
CBS News is set to broadcast a long-awaited report on a controversial Salvadoran prison on Sunday night. This prison, known as CECOT, holds migrants deported from the United States. The report was initially delayed in December, with CBS citing the need for further investigation. CECOT has faced cri
Iran's top leader has finally spoken about the many lives lost during recent protests. He said that thousands died, some in very cruel ways. But he blamed the U. S. for the deaths. The protests started in late December over money troubles but quickly turned into calls to end the leader's rule. The
Iran has seen a lot of unrest lately. Over 3, 000 people have died in the protests, according to a rights group based in the U. S. The protests started because people were struggling with money problems and grew into big demonstrations against the government. Things have calmed down a bit now, but t
In a shocking turn of events, two young police officers from Lisbon are now facing serious charges. They are accused of torturing homeless people and migrants. What makes this even worse is that they shared images of their cruel actions online with other officers. This has sparked a wider investigat
In Iran, a struggle for freedom and rights is unfolding, yet the world seems to have turned a blind eye. The government has cut off internet and cell services, making it tough to see or hear what's happening. Reports suggest that around 12, 000 people have lost their lives while millions of Iranians
Iran's government is facing a lot of heat from its own people and those living abroad. Many famous Iranians, like singers, actors, and filmmakers, are speaking out against the regime. They are using their platforms to raise awareness about the protests and the government's harsh response. One of th
In Venezuela, the government's promise to free political prisoners is moving at a snail's pace, leaving families frustrated and skeptical. The son of a jailed opposition leader, Ramón Guanipa, has a message for President Trump: don't be fooled by the small number of releases so far. He believes Trum
Jimmy Lai, a prominent democracy advocate and former media tycoon, is in hot water. He's been found guilty under Hong Kong's national security law and could spend the rest of his life behind bars. This law came into play after massive anti-government protests shook Hong Kong a few years back. Lai w
