The recent addition of 43 Chinese companies, including aluminum producers, to a US government forced labor list underscores the need for car companies to disengage from suppliers linked to Uyghur forced labor.
US Government’s Uyghur Forced Labor List Targets Aluminum
The recent addition of 43 Chinese companies, including aluminum producers, to a US government forced labor list underscores the need for car companies to disengage from suppliers linked to Uyghur forc...
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Russian strike wipes out 8 million books at Kharkiv warehouse
A Russian attack on a Kharkiv warehouse used by the Ranok publishing house and the KnyhoLand bookstore chain destroyed an estimated 600,000 textbooks, 28,000 book titles and 8 million copies, Ranok CE...
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On July 28, Iran’s authorities publicly hanged two young men in connection with recent protests following a grossly unfair and summary trial. Over the past four months, Iranian authorities have arbitrarily executed at least 52 people on vague national security charges, including 26 protesters.
Meet and Make Friends - all welcome! Wednesday 15th July 12-2pm Get creative or pop in for a cuppa and a chat. This small social hey together is for those living with #dementia, their friends, family and carers. A small friendly group run by #volunteers from the Friends of the Workers Gallery.
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Remembering Srebrenica@srebrenicauk.bsky.social · 4w agoToday, on the 31st anniversary, we remember Srebrenica. On 11 July 1995, 8,372 men and boys were murdered simply for who they were. Fathers, sons, brothers. We remember the victims, the survivors and together we say: Never again means never again. #Srebrenica31 #RememberingSrebrenica
'Valleys women really know how to get their voice heard!' 'I never appreciated how revolting ordinary can be!' 'Wonderfully inspiring stories' What readers are saying about graphic novel Noisy Valley The Art of Protest by @myfanwytristram.bsky.social www.workersgallery.co.uk/product-page...
Noisy Valley Graphic Novel by Myfanwy Tristram | workersgallery
Noisy Valley by Myfanwy Tristram.Special Rhondda Bundle. Paperback graphic novel plus greeting cards inspired by the Rhondda land/streetscapes by Gayle Rogers. This graphic novel is very close to ou...
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This week is Srebrenica Memorial Week. There will be events across the UK to mark the 31st anniversary of the genocide in Srebrenica, which you can find on our website. You can also mark this week with your own event or social media post - remember to tag us or use #Srebrenica31 tinyurl.com/3puj8h63
You couldn't make this up could you. Insane, but sadly money always trumps morals.
Yaroslava@strategywoman.bsky.social · last mo.The International Booker Prize will be renamed after Dmitry Bukhman, a russian-born billionaire. His foundation will fund the prize for the next ten years. Meanwhile, russia is destroying Ukrainian books, libraries, and archives.
A Tunis court has sentenced Sihem Bensedrine, a prominent human rights defender and former president of the Truth and Dignity Commission, to a total of 25 years in prison and a heavy fine, apparently in retaliation for her work.
Tunisia: Rights Defender Given 25-Year Sentence
A Tunis court on June 26, 2026, sentenced Sihem Bensedrine, 75, a prominent human rights defender and former president of the Truth and Dignity Commission, to a total of 25 years in prison and a heavy...
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The International day of for the elimination of sexual violence in conflict, recognises sexual violence in war, which is still common across the globe. In Bosnia, between 20,000-50,000 women were raped in the war. Learn about the Women of Bosnia's story: tinyurl.com/mtkrwkph
It is important to realize. russia does not only destroy Ukrainian cultural and historical sites. It destroys world heritage. Yours. Mine. And the heritage of those who will come after us.
This is further evidence indicating that the UAE is assisting or otherwise substantially contributing to the Rapid Support Forces’ capacity to commit war crimes. Read HRW’s full investigation. ⤵️ www.hrw.org/news/2026/05...
Sudan: Colombians Linked to Atrocities Trained in UAE Bases
Colombian private military contractors apparently hired by a United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based company transited through UAE military bases before being deployed to Sudan to support the abusive Rapid S...
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Episode 3 of Untold Killing Season 2: The Camps The detainees’ lives changed completely from one day to another after being taken to the concentration camp. Learn more in Episode 3. Listen here: podfollow.com/untold-killi... #RememberingSrebrenica #WhiteArmbandDay #Prijedor
UNTOLD KILLING: The Camps
The detainees' lives changed completely from one day to another after being taken to the concentration camp. Now revolving around torture, killings and everpresent fear, they had to adjust to a new...
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The Myanmar military and Arakan Army should end attacks on civilians, release everyone unlawfully detained, and provide redress to victims. Both parties should cooperate fully with UN and other independent investigations. Read the full report: www.hrw.org/report/2026/...
The death toll in Kyiv has risen to eight people. Tomorrow is a day of mourning. Every person killed was a whole world to someone.
NEW: The Chinese government is imposing Chinese-medium education and ideological indoctrination on kindergarten children in its efforts to force Tibetans to assimilate.
I promised to show you the trucks @flore14.bsky.social brought to Kyiv with the convoy. 39 trucks this time. Including #1,000, which went to special forces. Please follow Florence and support her important mission. Thank you!
A long overdue visit to the @workersgallery.bsky.social but luckily still in time to enjoy the "Rhondda Drawn and Read" exhibition. Great to catch up on all the news and of course there was a bit of retail therapy as well.
You know what doesn't get its support unceremoniously pulled by a tech company? Fuckin' books, brother
WIRED@wired.com · 4mo agoIn an email to customers, Amazon announced that it would be ending service for Kindle devices older than the 2012 edition. Those devices will lose access to the Kindle Store. www.wired.com/story/amazon...
Wednesday is upon us, Bert and I will be here today for your bookish needs! - Michael
Recently completed cross for the church in Llantrisant. Made from reclaimed oak and gold leaf. #art #sculpture
Iranian officials should revoke the campaign and prohibit all military and paramilitary forces in Iran from enlisting children under 18.
#OTD On this day in 2003, the first 600 burials took place at the cemetery and memorial in Potočari. The memorial complex was formally opened later that year, in September. Nearly 6,700 victims are buried at the site and 8,372 have their names marked.
Deported and forcibly transferred Ukrainian children should be returned, and the Russian officials responsible must be held accountable. Read HRW’s 2022 research on forcible transfers:
“We Had No Choice”
The 71-page report, “‘We Had No Choice’: ‘Filtration’ and the War Crime of Forcibly Transferring Ukrainian Civilians to Russia,” documents the transfers of Ukrainian civilians. The transfers are a ser...
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Constant threats and backlash undermine women's rights around the globe, but women still continue to fight against repression. This International Women's Day, we honor the courage of those working to improve the lives of women and girls everywhere. #IWD26 #InternationalWomensDay
Her death is a profound loss for Iraq’s human rights community and for women and girls whose lives she helped protect. HRW calls on Iraqi authorities to urgently and transparently investigate the killing and ensure accountability, as well as strengthen protections for human rights defenders.
