Two esteemed Penn State faculty members have been recognized for their educational contributions at a national level through the Hammel Family Human Rights Initiative. Rachel Wolkenhauer has been honored with the Distinguished Mentoring Award by the Association of Teacher Educators for her
Introduction to Militarized Drug Control Historical Context and Modern Implications The drug trade in Latin America has been combated with a military stance, a legacy of Cold War-era security measures. National armies, incentivized by domestic agendas and hefty aid, particularly from the U.S., have
The kingdom of Eswatini is facing global scrutiny after Tanele Maseko, the widow of assassinated human rights advocate Thulani Maseko, was reportedly targeted by the government. International concern has heightened following Tanele's detention at a border while re-entering from South Africa. The
In Colorado, a controversial bill is being discussed that aims to restrict the use of prone restraint by police, a method where an individual is handcuffed face-down. This technique has come under scrutiny because of its perceived role in tragic incidents, such as the death of George Floyd. On one
The pervasive use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in modern life has inadvertently given rise to a new form of criminal activity—cybercrime. This increase in digital wrongdoing has prompted the creation of comprehensive cybercrime legislation aimed at safeguarding citizens and
In a historic decision, Thailand's lower house has advanced a bill that could make it the first Southeast Asian country to legally recognize same-sex marriages. This critical bill represents a breakthrough for legal protection and equal rights for LGBTQ+ individuals in Thailand. As it progresses
