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Lawyers’ Outrage at Milk Case Ban

2008-10-07

Lawyers in China are warned against taking on cases related to a widening scandal over tainted milk.

Guantanamo Uyghurs Ordered Freed

2008-10-07

A U.S. judge orders the release of 17 ethnic Uyghurs held for almost seven years at Guantanamo Bay. But the legal fight isn't over.

U.N. Blocked on Burma Child Soldiers

2008-10-04

Political obstruction and lack of access to affected areas have blocked U.N. efforts to end recruitment of child soldiers in Burma.

Sichuan Quake Complaints Quashed

2008-10-03

Parents who lost children in the devastating May 12 earthquake in China's southwestern Sichuan province, and others whose homes are unrepaired, are told to keep quiet.

Tibetans Jailed For Blasts

2008-10-02

At least three Tibetans have been handed jail terms ranging from four to nine years in connection with several explosions in Markham county, Chamdo, during Tibetan protests earlier this year.

Escapee Describes Torture in Burma

2008-10-01

The only leader of Burma's 2007 uprising known to have escaped custody says monks have been singled out for rough treatment.

Growing Pains of China's Media

2008-10-01

China's media still labor under tight control, despite promises to loosen up.

Petitioner Arrested by Police

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