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Published on 19:53 GMT

EU warns against digital rights violations in Nigeria

The European Union (EU) has called for stronger protections for digital rights in Nigeria while also cautioning the government against regulatory measures that infringe on citizens’ freedom of expression and access to information. EU Programme Manager for …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Uncategorized
Published on 19:40 GMT

El-Rufai's ex-commissioner dumps APC

2 hours ago Gunmen suspected to be armed herders have killed over 20 farmers in Ondo State after invading no fewer than four communities in the Akure North Local Council Area of the state. With the attack occurring at midnight over the weekend, sources in …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Uncategorized
Published on 19:54 GMT

Rivers Assembly issues warrant of arrest for RISIEC chairman

2 hours ago Gold Mercury International, the global governance think tank, has awarded the 2025 Gold Mercury Award to His Holiness Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama, in recognition of his lifelong dedication to peace, non-violence, compassion, and …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Uncategorized
Published on 19:53 GMT

Senator Ngwu congratulates Gov Mbah on honorary doctorate

2 hours ago Senate Minority Whip and Senator for Enugu West District, Osita Ngwu, has congratulated Governor Peter Mbah on his conferment of a Doctor of Humane Letters (DHL) degree by the Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology. …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 6, 2025

Curtailing freedom of expression: Control the music and the arts (The Dictator Is Us excerpt)

- Advertisement - Arts — theatre, paintings, storytelling, dance — can be used as channels of communication through which people can express reality. While the music scene hasn’t been as dormant as other forms of art, Gambian musicians mostly settled for …

Source: The Standard Gambia - Neutral
Published on Mar 7, 2025

‘Nasrin’: Combating Iranian Extremism And Human Rights Violations Depicts Nasrin Sotoudeh’s Legal Battle

Anonymous women and men risked their lives to film “Nasrin” a documentary that represents Nasrin Sotoudeh, an Iranian lawyer who challenges extremism and human rights violations in Iran. These anonymous people are journalists whose freedom of expression is …

Source: Feminism in India - Label Pending
Published on Mar 7, 2025

Bahrain must immediately free detained human rights defender Ali AlHajee

IFEX joins human rights organisations calling for the immediate release of the detained Bahraini human rights defender and former political prisoner. This statement was originally published on birdbh.org on 5 March 2025. A group of 24 human rights …

Source: IFEX - Neutral
Published on Mar 6, 2025

European Human Rights Court Backs Romania’s Election Annulment

The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) dismissed the election frontrunner Călin Georgescu’s appeal to overturn the Romanian Constitutional Court’s (CCR) decision to annul the presidential race last December due to still unproven allegations of Russian …

Source: The European Conservative - Right-wing
Published on Mar 6, 2025

Human rights organizations call for immediate and unconditional release of independent journalist Rukhshona Hakimova

10:26, todayAuthor: Asia-Plus The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (Observatory) has been informed about the continued arbitrary detention of Ms. Rukhshona Hakimova, a 31-year-old prominent independent journalist, human rights …

Source: Asia Plus - Neutral
Published on Mar 6, 2025

Joint Statement: Bahrain Must Immediately Free Detained Human Rights Defender Ali AlHajee

We, the undersigned human rights organisations, call for the immediate release of human rights defender Ali AlHajee, who was detained by Bahraini authorities following a police summons on Friday, 28 February 2025, and is currently held under investigation …

Source: Middle East Democracy Center - Label Pending
Published on Mar 5, 2025

India criticizes UN Human Rights chief for ‘unfounded’ remarks on Kashmir and Manipur

India on Monday strongly rebuked UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk for his remarks on Kashmir and Manipur, calling them “unfounded and baseless”. The sharp response came after Turk, in his global update at the 58th session of the UN Human …

Source: JURIST - Neutral
Published on Mar 7, 2025

Turkey escalates crackdown on LGBTQ+ community with arrests and repressive law proposals

According to a leaked draft bill, Turkey’s conservative government is set to introduce repressive law proposals aimed at restricting gender recognition procedures as well as criminalising public expression of LGBTQ+ identities. The draft bill was obtained …

Source: GCN - Label Pending
Published on Mar 6, 2025

International Women’s Day: 60% of journalists report cyberharassment against those who cover women’s rights

The good news is that since the #MeToo movement was triggered in 2017 by investigations from The New York Times and The New Yorker, topics relating to women’s rights and gender-based violence have been more widely covered, and specialised media outlets and …

Source: Reporters Without Borders - Neutral
Published on Mar 8, 2025

Residents of Río Cauto Take to the Streets To Demand the Release of a Mother Arrested for Denouncing Hunger

“We want Mayelín!” shouted the protesters who also banged on pots and pans for the woman Residents demanding freedom for Carrasco Álvarez on the streets of Guamo on Friday. / Collage 14ymedio, Havana, 7 March 2025 — Hundreds of residents demanded …

Source: 14ymedio - Neutral
Published on Mar 8, 2025

Saudi Arabia Faces International Criticism Over Trial of British Citizen Ahmad Al-Douh

Watan-Saudi authorities are facing sharp criticism following the trial of British citizen Ahmad Al-Douh over a tweet that was deleted in 2018. This seemingly implausible story highlights the increasing repression within the Kingdom, where individuals are …

Source: Watan - Label Pending
Published on Mar 8, 2025

Pain and prejudice: A reality check as the world celebrates International Women’s Day in 2025

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Source: The Statesman (India) - Center-left
Published on Mar 8, 2025

A REBUTTAL TO EMMANUEL MWAMBA’S MISGUIDED DIATRIBE: A DESPERATE ATTEMPT TO UNDERMINE PRESIDENT HICHILEMA

“A REBUTTAL TO EMMANUEL MWAMBA’S MISGUIDED DIATRIBE: A DESPERATE ATTEMPT TO UNDERMINE PRESIDENT HICHILEMA” Emmanuel Mwamba’s recent article is a classic example of biased and misleading reporting, driven by desperation rather than facts. His attempt to …

Source: Zambian Observer - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 8, 2025

What's at stake for American culture with Trump's Kennedy Center changes

In her two decades as a human rights lawyer, working on issues in more than 25 countries, Hadar Harris says she is alarmed by what she's witnessing on U.S. soil and worried that some Americans may not be paying close enough attention. "I would …

Source: CBC/Radio-Canada - Public Broadcaster
Published on Mar 8, 2025

Vladimer Bozhadze: Sweden can continue counting the days—That’s their decision, but we don’t see a crisis—Many European ...

"Of course, Sweden can continue counting the days—that’s their decision. However, we do not consider this to be a crisis; both Parliament and the government are actively working," said Georgian Dream MP Vladimer Bozhadze, responding to the …

Source: Inter Press News - Neutral

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Published on March 10, 2025 - 15:48 GMT

Christian Solidarity International Issues Genocide Warning for Syria

Human rights group sounds alarm after massacre of over 1,000 Alawite Muslim civilians by pro-government militias ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Christian Solidarity International has issued a Genocide Warning …

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Published on March 10, 2025 - 17:04 GMT

Global leaders seek to inspire next generation of changemakers through candid conversations about lives and careers

The Mastercard Foundation’s new podcast champions values-based leadership as a vital tool for creating lasting, positive change NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Mastercard Foundation launched a new podcast …

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Published on March 10, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

United Against Fentanyl Urges President Trump to Stop "Deadly Deliveries" by Ending Uninspected Shipments From China

With over three million packages arriving in the U.S. from China daily, CEO Paul Martin says, "These deadly deliveries must stop now." NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- United Against Fentanyl (UAF) …

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Published on March 7, 2025 - 01:39 GMT

Peru: Soldiers at VRAEM bases learn the rules of war

Applying IHL principles helps prevent violations of IHL and the improper use of force, improve relations between the military and the local population, and ensure that military operations respect human dignity. This aligns with the ICRC’s mission, as a …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on March 8, 2025 - 17:13 GMT

TODAY: Toronto’s 2025 International Women’s Day March and Rally will draw crowds in Toronto, raising voices and ...

TORONTO, March 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saturday, March 8 is International Women’s Day and, for the 47th year, Toronto’s International Women’s Day March and Rally will bring crowds to the streets of Toronto, as supporters raise their voices for gender …

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Published on March 8, 2025 - 13:18 GMT

OSCE leaders mark International Women’s Day, call for action to turn equality and empowerment for all women and girls ...

HELSINKI/VIENNA/WARSAW, 8 March 2025 – Increased efforts and resources to ensure gender equality and equal opportunities for women and girls everywhere regardless of their background or circumstances are needed, say OSCE leaders on the occasion of …

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Published on March 6, 2025 - 05:01 GMT

Safety net and humanitarian cash in the Emergency Response in Lebanon – what can we learn?

Lebanon is facing a severe humanitarian crisis exacerbated by economic turndown, widespread poverty, and displacement resulting from the escalation of the hostilities into war between Hezbollah and Israel on September 23, 2024. A ceasefire was reached in …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on March 8, 2025 - 05:04 GMT

Attorney General Platkin Announces Leadership Changes in Department of Law and Public Safety

TRENTON — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today announced that Sundeep Iyer will rejoin the Office of Attorney General, and that he has appointed Yolanda Melville to serve as the Director of the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights, the state agency …

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Published on March 10, 2025 - 20:29 GMT

Martin Terrell's 'Unseen Scars' to Make an Impact at London Bookfair 2025

“Unseen Scars” to Debut at the Prestigious LBF 2025 VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The London Bookfair (LBF) 2025 is set to bring together the global publishing industry, and among the attendes featured …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on March 10, 2025 - 20:19 GMT

Explora Books Showcases ‘My Name Is Nobody’ at London Bookfair 2025

A Gripping Story of Love, Betrayal, and Intrigue Takes Center Stage at Stand 3E38 VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global publishing industry is set to gather once again at the highly anticipated …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on March 10, 2025 - 18:31 GMT

SAF Files Response Brief with SCOTUS in Minnesota Carry Case

BELLEVUE, WA, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Attorneys representing the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and its partners, in a case challenging the State of Minnesota’s prohibition on licensed concealed carry by young …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, Law ...
Published on March 10, 2025 - 17:32 GMT

Georgetown University's Hoyalytics Data Science Students to Tackle Real-World Data Analytics at Newsmatics

The Internship Program Will Allow Students to Identify Trends and Make Data-Driven Recommendations WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Data science students at Georgetown University will soon have an exciting opportunity …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Amusement, Gaming & Casino ...
Published on March 10, 2025 - 15:48 GMT

Christian Solidarity International Issues Genocide Warning for Syria

Human rights group sounds alarm after massacre of over 1,000 Alawite Muslim civilians by pro-government militias ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Christian Solidarity International has issued a Genocide Warning …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on March 10, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

The Front Line Foundation Grants Death Benefit to Family of St Paul Officer Reilly Whose Death is linked to 2010 Attack

The Foundation has paid out more than $600,000 in death benefits and other support to Minnesota’s First Responders since its inception in 2018 MINNEAPOLIS , MN, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Front Line Foundation (TFLF) …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Emergency Services ...
Published on March 10, 2025 - 14:43 GMT

For International Women’s Day 2025, study on Asian American women corporate leaders reveal career strategies

In-depth interviews yield how culture, expertise, networking play a role NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In support of International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, the Asian American Business Development Center (AABDC …

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Published on March 10, 2025 - 14:04 GMT

PULTE FAMILY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION COMMITS $111M TOWARDS GROUNDBREAKING “LEGACY OF HOPE” PROJECTS

Pioneering a New Philanthropic Model for Empowering Marginalized Communities Through Affordable Housing and Strengthened Catholic Churches, Schools, & Parishes BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Pulte Family …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on March 10, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Renowned Physicist Dr. Young Suh Kim Honored By Close Up Radio in the Field of Science

Close Up Radio honors one of our most respected guests, Dr. Young Suh Kim BELTSVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- How do the orbits of the hydrogen atom appear to you while you are in motion? Einstein asked this …

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Published on March 10, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

United Against Fentanyl Urges President Trump to Stop "Deadly Deliveries" by Ending Uninspected Shipments From China

With over three million packages arriving in the U.S. from China daily, CEO Paul Martin says, "These deadly deliveries must stop now." NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- United Against Fentanyl (UAF) …

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Published on March 10, 2025 - 11:45 GMT

Comedy for a Cause at Broads Lounge

The Glam Squad to Host Fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity CHATTANOOGA, TN, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Homeownership can feel like an impossible dream to many, especially women working hard to care for their families …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on March 10, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Award-Winning Memoir, TOO MUCH, Delivers a Powerful Journey Through Addiction, Redemption, and Whistleblowing

Cindy Lee Neighbors shares a fearless account of the fight against addiction, mental illness, and systemic failures within military medicine. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Too Much, the compelling debut memoir by Dr. …

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Published on March 10, 2025 - 07:00 GMT

Celebrating Leaders in Child Nutrition: CACFP Sponsors Making an Impact

ROUND ROCK, TX, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National CACFP Association (NCA) is proud to highlight the inspiring work of three dedicated leaders in child nutrition: Deborah Gillison-Wilson of Georgia Nutritional …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Education ...
Published on March 10, 2025 - 06:46 GMT

The International Conference ‘Building Bridges Between Islamic Sects’ Ends in Makkah with Participants from 90 Countries

Under the patronage of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and organized by the Muslim World League (MWL). MAKKAH AL-MUKARRAMAH, SAUDI ARABIA, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At the conclusion of the second edition of the International …

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Published on March 9, 2025 - 21:40 GMT

Announcing the Launch of the Global Well-Being and Impact Leadership Certification (GWILC)

A New Era of Leadership Grounded in Happiness and Impact. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A New Era of Leadership Grounded in Happiness and Impact: Today marks the inspiring launch of the Global Well-Being and …

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Published on March 8, 2025 - 22:10 GMT

Author Tamiko Powell Shares Her Miraculous Journey in 'The Word - There is No Other Way'

A Powerful Story of Faith, Transformation, and Divine Purpose TX, UNITED STATES, March 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In her deeply moving memoir, The Word - There Is No Other Way, Tamiko Powell takes readers on an extraordinary journey of …

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Published on March 8, 2025 - 16:25 GMT

30,000 ‘Pilgrims of Hope’ Gather for 26th Annual Catholic Mega Bible Convention in Srikakulam Diocese

30,000 Pilgrims of Hope: A Catholic Journey of Faith, Sacrifice, and Unshakable Belief in Srikakulam. SRIKAKULAM , ANDHRA PRADESH, INDIA, March 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- They walked for miles, some with nothing but the clothes on their backs …

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Published on March 8, 2025 - 10:04 GMT

Naples Soccer Academy Celebrates International Women’s Day with The Keeper Institute

International Women’s Day (IWD) serves as a global day recognizing the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. NAPLES, FL, UNITED STATES, March 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Naples Soccer Academy (NSA), a club-neutral …

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Published on March 7, 2025 - 21:13 GMT

Sarah Wood of Allegiance Heating & Air Honored for Industry Excellence on International Women’s Day

Sarah Wood , CEO of Allegiance Heating & Air, is breaking barriers in HVAC, leading with innovation, inclusion, and a bold vision for women in trades. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the world celebrates …

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Published on March 7, 2025 - 20:00 GMT

City of East Point Announces 'Owning the Block Party' to Promote Generational Wealth through Homeownership

Empowering East Point Families Toward Financial Freedom EAST POINT, GA, UNITED STATES, March 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The City of East Point’s Office of Equity, Inclusion, and Empowerment (OEIE) is excited to host the Owning the Block Party …

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