On July 4, a group of 10 U.N. experts – including special rapporteurs whose mandates cover human rights defenders, religious freedom, judges and lawyers, and the promotion and protection of human rights while countering terrorism – issued a statement urging Tajikistan “to show genuine commitment to improving the situation of human rights defenders in the country” and expressed concern about …
It doesn't sound like a great defence strategy, but a lizard's scent may be its best weapon against the growing threat of wildlife poaching. Key points: A team of Australian researchers is working on creating an "electronic nose" The device will replicate the role of sniffer dogs in detecting crime It's hoped the "nose" will help to combat native reptile …
