Raif Badawi
Imprisoned Saudi Arabian Blogger Raif Badawi Gets Geneva Summit's 'Courage' Award
Raif Badawi has been sentenced to 10 years in prison and 1,000 lashes. He has received 50 lashes so far and today was awarded a human rights award, collected in his absence.
Prince Charles Urged to Demand Release of Saudi Arabian Blogger Sentenced to 1,000 Lashes
Raif Badawi's spokeswoman told VICE News she hoped that Saudi Arabia's new king "may be more receptive" to the words of the heir to the British throne, who is on a two-day visit to the country.
Why Is Blasphemy Still Illegal in Canada?
The Canadian government may defend the right to freedom of speech abroad, but it should also focus on repealing its own anti-blasphemy law.
Man Who Filmed Woman's Public Beheading in Saudi Arabia Reportedly Arrested
The man is said to have filmed the beheading last week, which circulated on social media and drew criticism from human rights activists.
A Saudi Arabian Activist Will Get 50 Lashes Every Friday for the Next 20 Weeks
Raif Badawi received a punishment of 1,000 lashes for setting up a website for public debate in Saudi Arabia, leading to an outcry from activists. He got the first 50 today.