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Only military-ruled Argentina and fascist Italy had worse human rights records when they hosted the World Cup in 1978 and 1934, respectively. Read more: Data | Qatar, third-worst World Cup host in terms of human rights – The HinduContinue Reading

People boycotting the tournament and many fans say they won't watch in protest against human rights abuses in Qatar. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner … Read more: German soccer boss criticizes FIFA on human rights campaigns – Tacoma News TribuneContinue Reading

16 workers at the ferry service have filed a complaint with the BC Human Rights Tribunal alleging a climate of harassment and bullying of women. Read more: 16 female workers at BC Ferries file human rights complaint – North Shore NewsContinue Reading

World Cup anthem singer leaves Israeli interview when asked about Qatar human rights · 'You're rude,' Colombian star Maluma tells public broadcaster's … Read more: World Cup anthem singer leaves Israeli interview when asked about Qatar human rightsContinue Reading

(Paris) FIDH and the Vietnam Committee on Human Rights (VCHR) welcome the assessment by the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Committee (CCPR), (. Read more: Government given failing grades by UN human rights body – FIDHContinue Reading

Germany's decision not to back FIFA President Gianni Infantino's re-election next year was a result of the soccer' body's handling of human rights … Read more: Germany "irritated" by FIFA over human rights in Qatar, Iran – ReutersContinue Reading

The Gulf nation of Qatar is hosting the FIFA World Cup, even as human rights groups document the colossal loss of life among migrant labourers … Read more: The World Cup of shame? Qatar's human rights record in the spotlight – Talking EuropeContinue Reading

FIFA's choice of Qatar to host the World Cup has long been marred by criticism over human rights abuses, the safety of migrant workers and the … Read more: Why Qatar is a controversial host for the World Cup – NPRContinue Reading

… president Bernd Neuendorf has criticized FIFA for its attempts to restrict national teams' political activities when it comes to human rights. Read more: German soccer boss criticizes FIFA on human rights campaigns – The Seattle TimesContinue Reading

The drinks maker, who are one of England's sponsors, have taken the decision following rows over the Gulf state's brutal laws regarding human rights … Read more: England sponsors Lucozade pull branding from World Cup due to concerns over Qatar's …Continue Reading

… will be the absence of democracy and human rights promotion. … has laid waste to pluralism, tolerance, and basic civil and political rights. Read more: Disregarding Universal Values in Middle East Policy Will Bring More InstabilityContinue Reading

European church leaders have urged awareness of human rights issues during the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, amid continued criticism that the Gulf … Read more: Before World Cup, church leaders highlight human rights concerns in Qatar – Crux NowContinue Reading

FIFA last week had rejected a request by the Danish Football Association to train at the World Cup in shirts with the words "human rights for all" … Read more: Germany “irritated” by FIFA over human rights in Qatar, Iran – The Indian ExpressContinue Reading

Human Rights Watch Asia director Elaine Pearson said Mr Turnell and others jailed "should never have spent one second in prison". "Australia, the … Read more: Human rights groups urge action on Myanmar | Port Lincoln TimesContinue Reading