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Venezuela's new government is shutting down the notorious El Helicoide prison and proposing amnesty for political prisoners dating back to 1999. Families who waited months outside prison walls are finally seeing their loved ones walk free.
While most of Europe tightens immigration controls, Spain is opening its doors wider with a historic amnesty that could legalize half a million undocumented workers. The country is betting that welcoming immigrants will fuel its booming economy.
Venezuela's new acting president announced a sweeping amnesty bill that could free hundreds of political prisoners, including journalists and human rights activists. The move also includes shutting down a notorious Caracas prison known for torture and transforming it into a community center.
Venezuela's lawmakers are working to pass a historic amnesty bill that could free hundreds of political prisoners and end nearly three decades of state repression. After postponing Thursday's vote to resolve implementation details, the National Assembly will reconvene next week to complete the landmark legislation.
Lebanon just passed a historic amnesty law that will reduce sentences and release people held without trial for over a decade. The move aims to ease severe prison overcrowding and marks a turning point for criminal justice reform in the Middle East.
Seventeen political prisoners walked free from a Venezuelan detention center on Saturday, reuniting with families who've camped outside for weeks. While 33 prisoners remain, the country's National Assembly is now debating an amnesty law that could free hundreds more.
More than 1,500 political prisoners in Venezuela have requested amnesty under a new law signed just days ago, with 80 already released. Families who waited outside detention centers for weeks are finally seeing their loved ones come home.
Venezuela's National Assembly unanimously approved a groundbreaking amnesty law that could free political prisoners and lift bans on opposition leaders. After years of political tension, both government and opposition members voted together for reconciliation.
Olympic medalist Kylie Masse is making a comeback, setting her sights on the 2028 Games. The decorated Canadian swimmer is changing direction and diving back into competitive training.
Canada's Kylie Masse just joined an elite group of only three Canadian swimmers to win double-digit Commonwealth Games medals. The Olympic champion defended her 50m backstroke title in Glasgow while breaking barriers for her sport.
Cuba has begun freeing more than 2,000 inmates following a sweeping presidential pardon. The mass release marks a significant humanitarian gesture affecting thousands of families across the island nation.
Scientists discovered that Neanderthal genes inherited by millions of people today may boost muscle mass by over half a pound. The ancient genetic gift is most common in South and East Asia, where up to 24 percent of people in some regions carry it.
Venezuela's National Assembly unanimously approved an amnesty law that could free hundreds of people jailed for opposing the government. The long-awaited legislation marks a potential turning point for families who've waited years to reunite with loved ones.
Over 4,000 illegal weapons turned in voluntarily will be destroyed in Ghana this July, marking a major win for community safety and public trust. The nationwide amnesty shows citizens choosing peace over arms.
In a moment of joy amid difficult times, 300 couples celebrated their weddings together in central Gaza. A charity sponsored the mass ceremony near Al-Aqsa Hospital, bringing together newlyweds, families, and their community for a rare celebration.
A Cumberland resident who recently completed cancer treatment crossed the finish line at one of New England's most challenging charity bike rides. The Pan-Mass Challenge raises millions annually for cancer research and treatment.
A revolutionary building material called mass timber is transforming construction by slashing carbon emissions while creating warmer, healthier spaces. The first multi-story timber office in over a century just proved sustainable buildings can be both beautiful and practical.
Corrie Painter beat a rare, aggressive cancer 16 years ago and is now preparing for her seventh Pan-Mass Challenge bike ride. Her determination to give back shows how survivors can transform their second chance into hope for others.
Scientists in China discovered a fossil of a creature that lived through one of Earth's earliest mass extinctions over 500 million years ago. The find proves that early life was tougher and more adaptable than we ever imagined.
After beating stage 4 colon cancer at 35, Kate Joyal struggled with anxiety until a special program helped her reclaim joy for herself and her two young children. The SMART program at Mass General Brigham has helped over 80 cancer survivors each year since 2017 manage the emotional challenges after treatment ends.
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