Global Voices

13/01/2026

A draft government protocol for journalists covering press conferences has raised concerns that it could restrict the work of media in the Pacific island nation of Samoa.

“It seems that the government is shutting down all avenues to remain transparent. Why does a government do that when there is nothing to hide?”

13/01/2026

Systematic abuse of tourist visas by syndicates has made Bangladeshi travelers suspects at immigration checkpoints worldwide.

Thousands of Bangladeshi travellers face a harsh reality as valid visa holders, carrying proper documents, are turned away at airports amid distrust, past violations, and tighter scrutiny by border authorities.

13/01/2026

Thanks to you, we are still able to report, translate, analyze, and amplify! We have exciting plans for the new year to expand our cross-border coverage and collaborative work, giving you more fascinating perspectives on the world.

Happy New Year! I'm Malka Older, the Executive Director at Global Voices. This week I've spent a lot of time in a group chat with the Global Voices editorial team and our Venezuelan contributors, within the country and outside of it, processing the incursion and figuring out what is missing from mos...

13/01/2026

"We must continue to fight for climate justice by holding agencies accountable for stronger disaster preparedness, pressing for more resilient housing and infrastructure, demanding more community-focused recovery, and insisting on global accountability from high-emission countries."

The name “Melissa” is of Greek origin and translates to “honeybee” in English, but [the] fallout felt personal, as if we troubled the hive and threatened the queen.

13/01/2026

"In the male-dominated online communities, women become the target of misogyny, because they are seen as standing in the way of their success — but this hostility could just as easily be directed toward another marginalized group."

One interviewee said anonymous online forums have fostered a culture in which blatant misogynistic, racist and sexist jokes and comments are normalized.

13/01/2026

Muhammad turned to Pakistan’s judiciary in the hope of protecting his constitutional right to a clean and healthy environment — a right that has received growing recognition in the country’s courts as climate disasters intensify nationwide.

As climate disasters intensify, Pakistan’s courts face growing pressure to deliver environmental justice, even as limited resources, slow proceedings, and shrinking civil society support constrain meaningful legal remedies.

13/01/2026

Peace advocates said the war has done nothing for the Thais and Cambodians who have lived together for generations along the 800 km border.

Peace advocates said the war has done nothing for the Thais and Cambodians who have lived together for generations along the 800 km border

13/01/2026

"We decided to present the resilience of female journalists across Myanmar who are working in war-torn areas, rather than focusing solely on our own story."

12/01/2026

“The recent incidents show that our struggle for press freedom, media safety, and our sector’s job security and economic rights continues.”

12/01/2026

Ulviyya Guliyeva was the 25th journalist arrested. Known for her coverage of rights violations, freedom of expression, and social injustice stories, she anticipated her arrest.

12/01/2026

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Happy New Year! I'm Malka Older, the Executive Director at Global Voices. This week I've spent a lot of time in a group chat with the Global Voices editorial team and our Venezuelan contributors, within the country and outside of it, processing the incursion and figuring out what is missing from mos...

12/01/2026

The name “Melissa” is of Greek origin and translates to “honeybee” in English, but [the] fallout felt personal, as if we troubled the hive and threatened the queen.