Thai arrest warrant issued for US academic under ban on insulting royalty

4 April 2025 / Comments Off on Thai arrest warrant issued for US academic under ban on insulting royalty

A Thai court has issued an arrest warrant for a US academic accused of insulting the monarchy, invoking a strict lèse-majesté law. The case highlights the delicate balance between freedom of expression and respect for royal institutions in Thailand.

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Don’t complain about use of New Zealand’s Māori name, MPs told

4 March 2025 / Comments Off on Don’t complain about use of New Zealand’s Māori name, MPs told

In a stirring call for cultural respect, MPs were reminded not to complain about the use of New Zealand’s Māori name, “Aotearoa.” Emphasizing the importance of acknowledgment, the reminder echoes a growing recognition of indigenous heritage in national identity.

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