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    Spain's Constitutional Court has ruled in favour of the leaders of the Catalan independence push, and Supreme Court judge Pablo Llarena has lifted the European arrest warrant against Carles Puigdemont. The former Catalan president, who has lived in exile in Belgium since 2017, can now return to Spain without facing immediate arrest, a major development in the long-running 'procés' legal saga.

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    A Thai activist's message that human rights cross borders is drawing attention in Thailand, where rights groups and foreign observers continue to raise concerns about harassment of dissidents and regional cooperation on returning exiles. The statement has become a rallying phrase for those calling on governments across Southeast Asia to protect activists rather than send them back to persecution.

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    Flávio Bolsonaro backs exiled deputy Rebeca Ramagem●Flávio Bolsonaro: “Rebeca Ramagem, Federal Deputy. This fight is for Brazil and for all the political persecuted who hav𝕏xIN5.8K15 h ago

    Brazilian senator Flávio Bolsonaro publicly voiced support for federal deputy Rebeca Ramagem, framing her situation as that of a politically persecuted figure forced into exile, away from her home and family. He said the fight is for Brazil and for all the politically persecuted, promising to 'rescue democracy' and declaring that, with faith and strength, Brazil will prevail.

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    Court ruling clears way for Puigdemont's return to Spain●Court ruling clears key hurdle for separatist leader Puigdemont's return to Spain✉newsWorldLaw & Courts3 h ago

    A Spanish court has ruled in favour of Carles Puigdemont, removing a key legal obstacle to the former Catalan separatist leader's return from years of self-imposed exile abroad. Puigdemont left Spain in 2017 after the failed Catalan independence bid and has faced arrest warrants. The decision is expected to reignite debate over amnesty and the handling of the Catalonia crisis.

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    Missing Lao Critic in Thailand Feared Forcibly Disappeared●Missing Lao Critic in Thailand Feared ‘Disappeared’✉newsWorldHuman Rights24 min ago

    A Lao government critic living in Thailand has gone missing and is feared to have been forcibly disappeared. Human Rights Watch raised the alarm, urging Thai authorities to investigate and protect dissidents from neighboring countries. The case highlights the risks faced by Lao activists in exile in Thailand.

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    Tarae: The Unbound draws ARPG comparisons to Diablo▼Tarae: The Unbound seems to get what makes a good ARPG, but crunchy combat aside, can it rise to the likes of Diablo andMmastodonCultureGaming14 h ago

    Early commentary on Tarae: The Unbound, a top-down action RPG dungeon-crawler, praises its visceral, punchy combat and solid grasp of the genre. Reviewers say the fighting has real bite, but the open question is whether the game can stand alongside genre giants like Diablo and Path of Exile or remain a niche offering.

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    Iranian Military Chief Warns Nations Hosting US Troops▼Iranian Military Chief Warns Regional US Host Nations✉newsWorldDefense11 h ago

    Iran's top military commander has issued a warning to countries in the region that host American forces, according to Iranian exile news outlet IranWire. The warning signals rising tensions between Tehran and Washington's regional partners. Details of the exact threat and its timing were not disclosed in the available reporting.

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    Totó la Momposina: a lifetime guarding Colombia's musical traditions●Od kolumbijských cantadoras přes pařížský exil a WOMAD až ke studiím Real World. Totó la Momposina celý život střežila hMmastodonCultureMusic18 h ago

    A new profile of Colombian singer Totó la Momposina traces her journey from the cantadora tradition of the Caribbean coast, through exile in Paris, to international recognition at WOMAD and recordings at Peter Gabriel's Real World Studios. The piece highlights her albums La Candela Viva and Tambolero and her lifelong defence of traditional Afro-Colombian music against outside rules and pressures.

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    Reports of Ukrainian counterattack as reserves massed near Novopavlovka●🔁 Forwarded from Exile+ The Ukrainian Armed Forces are gathering reserves Ukrainian Armed Forces counterattack The UkraiMmastodonWarUkraine05 h ago

    Ukrainian Armed Forces are reportedly gathering reserves and launching a counterattack, according to updates circulating from the Exile+ channel. The reports describe a very difficult situation, with Novopavlovka said to be lost, delivery routes cut off, and conditions worsening as new Ukrainian forces are brought in.

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    Mohammad Dahlan emerges as key figure in Gaza's future▼Why Mohammad Dahlan is suddenly central to Gaza’s future✉newsWarMiddle East18 h ago

    Mohammad Dahlan, the exiled Fatah strongman long sidelined from Palestinian politics, is being described as suddenly central to discussions over who will govern Gaza after the war. The Jerusalem Post examines why the former Gaza security chief, now based in the UAE and backed by Arab patrons, is back in play as rival factions and regional powers weigh postwar arrangements.

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    Ranking of celebrities whose Aomori roots surprise fans●https://www. tkhunt.com/2584898/ 青森県出身と聞いて驚いた芸能人ランキング! 2位「ELLY」を抑えた1位は?【2026年調査】(All About NEWS)|dメニューニュース(NTTドコモ) # CelMmastodonCultureCelebrity021 h ago

    A new 2026 survey ranking celebrities whose origins in Aomori Prefecture surprise people is drawing attention. Dancer ELLY of EXILE lands at number two, while the number one spot went to another well-known figure whose Aomori birthplace many fans did not know. The list highlights how some Japanese entertainers' regional roots remain little known despite their fame.

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    Writer Returns From AI-Driven Exile With Lessons Learned●I'm Out Of Exile: What Getting Burned By AI Taught Me 10/05/2026✉newsTechnologyAI19 h ago

    A new MediaPost column titled 'I'm Out Of Exile: What Getting Burned By AI Taught Me' reflects on a costly experience with artificial intelligence and the lessons drawn from it. The piece is drawing attention among marketing and media professionals weighing the risks of relying on AI tools.