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D-Day For Dale Farm Travelers

Travelers fighting to stay at the UK's largest illegal gypsy site will find out Monday afternoon if they have won their latest battle against Basildon Council to remain at Dale Farm.

Dale Farm Eviction: The Battle Returns to Court

The long dispute between Basildon Council and the Dale Farm residents returns to the High Court Friday which could result in the travellers being evicted from the site as early as Friday afternoon. Since August when it was announced that an eviction would be taking place at the UK’s largest illegal traveller’s site, there has been a steady stream of media and representatives as well as protesters taking a vested interest in the site.

Troy Davis’ Death: As Anger Mounts, Protesters Turn to Obama for Answers

Anger is growing in the U.S. over the execution of Troy Davis, 42, who was killed Wednesday September 21 after facing execution four times in the past four years for being convicted for the murder of a policeman, despite serious doubts about his guilt, with supporters of Davis now turning to Obama for answers.

Troy Davis Execution: A Miscarriage of Justice Based on Racial Discrimination?

Troy Davis' execution has been hailed as a miscarriage of justice and yet another illustration of racial discrimination but despite calls from activists, politicians and even religious figures the US state of Georgia went ahead and executed the young man even though doubts over his 1991 murder conviction that saw him become a symbol for global efforts to end the death penalty.

Obama’s UN Palestine Speech: So Peace Cannot Come From the UN Then?

Palestinians watched Barack Obama's section of the speech about Palestine en masse and as they listened the U.S. president telling the UN General Assembly that the Palestinians deserve their own state, but that this would only be achieved through talks with Israel, many still wondered why a country that supports change in Syria, Libya and Egypt, still threatens to veto their statehood bid.

Libya Conflict : Could Sarkozy Face Gaddafi at The Hague?

Despite the successful ousting of Gaddafi, the NATO-operation in Libya is still making waves as two French lawyers have indicated their intention to prosecute Nicholas Sarkozy for committing war crimes in Libya, following claims that civilian deaths caused by the NATO bombings in Tripoli could prove more than first assumed.

Injunction Halts Dale Farm Eviction

A court injunction has been granted to a group of travellers attempting to avoid being evicted from a controversial settlement at Dale Farm in Essex.

Dale farm Eviction: Will the Most Vulnerable be the Most Affected?

Bailiffs have arrived at Dale Farm in Essex urging campaigners to stop obstructing the eviction process amid fears the standoff between the traveller community and the enforcement officers could turn sour with supporters warning that the vulnerable will be the most affected.

Dale farm Eviction: “Ethnic Cleansing” or Just Planning Permission Issues?

The standoff between the bailiffs and the residents of Dale Farm has started with members of the traveller community and activists claiming they will fight the "ethnic cleansing". So in the wake of David Cameron's speech on the riots with a strong emphasis on morality and days after singer Kelis spoke out about the insidious nature of racism in Britain, is the Dale Farm eviction an illustration of the increasing dislike of cultural differences or simply based on the non-respect of the ...

Chelsea Rapist Convicted

A man who targeted Chelsea escorts in January 2011 has been convicted and it has been recommended that he should serve 8 years.

Syria’s Opposition Council: Will it Make a Difference?

After months of protests and with almost no firm reaction from the international community Syrian opposition members have taken matter into their hands by announcing Thursday the formation of a national council opposing President Bashar al-Assad's rule.

Saudi Prince Rape Case: Impersonator or Real Deal?

A Spanish court has decided to reopen an investigation into allegations a Saudi billionaire prince and nephew of King Abdullah, raped a model on a yacht in the Mediterranean three years ago, the AFP reported Wednesday.

Church Abuse Victims Complaint: Should the Pope be Tried at The Hague?

Pope Benedict XVI could end up at the Hague after human rights lawyers and victims of clergy sexual abuse filed a complaint Tuesday calling for the International Criminal Court in The Hague to investigate and prosecute the catholic cleric along with three other top Vatican officials for crimes against humanity and covering up and condoning the rape and sexual assault of children by priests.

Libya’s New “Moderate Islamic Rule.” Is That What People Fought For?

As the National Transitional Council leaders still struggle to assert control over Libya, they have now pledged "moderate" Islamic rule, however without police patrolling the streets to provide security, the country still fighting Gaddafi loyalists, threats of internal divisions and rebels forces accused of war crimes, religion it seems should be downgraded to a lesser priority for the government.