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Lese-majeste explained: How Thailand forbids insult of its royalty

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In February 2017, the UN's special rapporteur on the promotion of opinion and expression, David Kaye, said "the fact that some forms of expression are considered to be insulting to a public figure is not sufficient to justify restrictions or penalties". ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7o67CZ5qopV%2Bjsri%2FjrCmq6SUYq60tcBmaXJuYm1%2Ben0%3D

Mikulski, a role model for generations of women in politics, to retire in 2016

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Sen. Barbara A. Mikulski, the Maryland Democrat who is the longest-serving woman in congressional history, will depart Capitol Hill the way she arrived — with a sharp tongue, an unabashed liberalism and a mission to make the Senate a place where women belong. Mikulski surprised many colleagues Monday with her announcement that she will leave the Senate next year after five terms. In good health at 78, the senator said she wants to shift her focus: " Read More...

PBS NewsHour | How Maria Tallchief became Americas 1st prima ballerina | Season 2023

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JOHN YANG: And now in our Hidden History series, we look back at the life of an Osage Nation dancer who left an indelible mark on the world of ballet. For Maria Tallchief, widely considered America's first major prima ballerina, dance was nothing short of an enchanting experience. MARIA TALLCHIEF: It's pure magic when it's right. It's just magical. It's so wonderful. It's -- so for me it is a wonderful experience to work with dancers who respond to understand who see the difference. Read More...

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