Global Voices: Daily Digest - Sep 21 2011

September 15-21, 2011
World: Twitter Rallies for #TroyDavis

With the execution of Troy Davis looming, Twitter users from around the world rally for clemency. Davis was granted a temporary reprieve, but the cries continue. Jillian C. York reports. read>>

Philippines: Filipinos Abuzz With Miss Universe Results

And third runner up goes to...Miss Philippines! Shamcey Supsup's success has been the cause for much celebration and cheering in the Philippines at the conclusion of the 2011 Miss Universe Beauty Pageant held at Sao Paolo, Brazil. Filipinos both online and offline are talking about the result. read>>

Iran: Female Blogger Receives 50 Lashes

These are the words Iranian blogger Somayeh Tohidloo wrote in her blog, after receiving 50 whip lashes in Evin Prison: "Be happy, for if you wanted to humiliate me, I confess that I feel my entire body is suffering with degradation." read>>

Yemen to the Rest of the World: Silence Kills!

Yemenis have been protesting for democracy and dignity since February 11. Their struggle is being faced with excessive violence by the regime and a deafening silence from the world. Noon Arabia tells us what is happening in Yemen through the eyes and words of ordinary Yemenis in this post. read>>

Ukraine: Short Films by Youth for Gender Equality

Young film makers in Ukraine have participated in a short film competition that challenges stereotypes of women and defend gender equality. These films touch on issues that can be understood by speakers of any language. read>>

More posts on Global Voices this week..
Pakistan: Speaking Out the Unspoken - Gawaahi
Zambia: Wikileaks Cables Not As Toxic
Tunisia: Bloggers Join Election Race
China: Calls to Free Blind Activist Met With Violence
Uganda: LGBTI Human Rights Defender Receives Kennedy Award
Bolivia: Child Workers Unionize

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