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The Noor Family’s Desperate Search for Justice in Balochistan’s Enforced Disappearances

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The Noor brothers, Sabir and Abid, were reportedly taken into custody during a security operation earlier this month, plunging their family into a state of distress as they desperately seek information about their sons’ whereabouts. Enforced disappearances have become an all-too-familiar tragedy for families in Balochistan in recent times. “Over a 25-year period, an estimated 55,000 people are believed to have suffered a similar fate, with the region bearing the scars of a tumultuous history of human rights abuses. The ongoing protest sheds light on the escalating crisis, as communities unite to demand justice amid a climate of fear and uncertainty for those still missing,” reports indicate. The plea from the Noor family for the safe return of their sons resonates with countless other families across the region who have endured comparable ordeals. Activists and local residents have come together, staging demonstrations across Balochistan to bring attention not only to the...

The Art of Vandalism: Expats Weigh in on Vietnam’s Graffiti Conundrum

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Many believe these vandals should face consequences for their actions, including fines and mandatory clean-up of the mess they’ve created. It’s essential to hold them accountable for their disrespectful behavior. “This act of vandalism is unacceptable,” expressed American Marcia Ring, sharing her perspective with Tuoi Tre News . Ring’s sentiment resonates strongly with those who feel that visitors should respect their host country. She continues, “It’s appalling that people would come to a new country and engage in such destructive behavior.” In her opinion, there should be repercussions for their actions: “These individuals should be fined, or if necessary, deported from the country to send a clear message.” Ring highlights a crucial distinction, noting that in her home country, there are age restrictions on the purchase of spray paint, and minors caught engaging in graffiti typically face fines. She believes that a similar approach could be effective in Vietnam. Additionally, R...