Giving robots rights is a bad idea, according to a new analysis. The Confucian alternative of assigning rites offers a better way.

Dignity neuroscience is the idea that universal rights are rooted in human brain science, say two scientists.

A new report finds that, in 20 of the biggest cities in the United States, police use-of-force policies don't meet international human rights standards.

A new report finds that, in 20 of the biggest cities in the United States, police use-of-force policies don't meet international human rights standards.