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Published on Dec 22, 2025

Kidnapping: NBA raises concerns over bill seeking death penalty, profers ways forward

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has expressed strong constitutional, doctrinal, and human-rights concerns over a bill seeking to amend the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act to designate kidnapping and hostage-taking as acts of terrorism and to …

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Published on Dec 20, 2025

United Nations: Kidnapping, torture and rape in Afrin, and the possibility that the "National Army" committed war crimes

United Nations: Kidnapping, torture and rape in Afrin, and the possibility that the "National Army" committed war crimes ARK News… United Nations …. During the period under review, civilians residing in the Afrin and Ra’s al-Ayn regions of Aleppo …

Source: ARK News - Pending
Published on Dec 19, 2025

Stakeholders oppose death penalty for Kidnapping at Senate Public Hearing

By Haruna Salami Stakeholders at a public hearing organised by the Senate Joint Committees on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters; National Security and Intelligence; and Interior Thursday opposed the proposed amendment to “Terrorism (Prevention and …

Source: Peoples Daily - Pending
Published on Dec 20, 2025

How diaspora politics in Washington distort justice in South Caucasus [OPINION]

There is something strikingly familiar about the latest legislative initiative introduced by Representatives Gus Bilirakis and Frank Pallone. Once again, a pair of United States lawmakers has placed itself at the centre of a deeply polarised foreign …

Source: AzerNews - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Dec 18, 2025

UN urges war crimes probe into Sudan attack that killed over 1,000

Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces killed more than 1,000 civilians during three days of attacks on the Zamzam displacement camp in April, the U.N. said Thursday as it called for a war crimes investigation. A report from the U.N. human rights office …

Source: Daily Sabah - Pending
Published on Dec 18, 2025

What it could mean to place Azerbaijan’s internal troops under the president’s direct control

Powers of Azerbaijan’s internal troops The Milli Majlis has passed a new law placing Azerbaijan’s internal troops under the president’s direct control. Previously, the force reported to the interior ministry. The authorities present the move as a necessary …

Source: JAMnews - Indeterminate
Published on Dec 18, 2025

Initial Reactions to the Government’s Protection of the State from Terrorism Act

Photo courtesy of Ceylon Today As a country seeking to address the legacy of its past war and armed conflicts, Sri Lanka must roll back the overbroad and dangerous laws that have been repeatedly abused to the detriment of its citizens. The Prevention of …

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Published on December 22, 2025 - 14:37 GMT

Westminster update: Law Society gives evidence on AI and human rights

Consultation on anti-money laundering reforms Responding to the UK government’s consultation on proposals to reform the anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) supervision regime, we opposed the creation of a single professional …

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Published on December 23, 2025 - 07:26 GMT

Venezuelan President Sends Plea to 193 Nations Over US Military Action

(MENAFN) Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has issued an urgent diplomatic appeal to every United Nations member state and Caribbean leadership, alerting the international community to what he characterizes as an "escalation of extremely serious …

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Published on December 23, 2025 - 09:14 GMT

International Prime Awards Global Edition 2025 Celebrates Global Excellence

DUBAI, UAE, OMAN, December 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Prime Awards Global 2025 at Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights honored visionaries led by Founder Ms. Sujany Rodrigues and Co Founder Mr. Daniel Salter. Global Awardee …

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Published on December 23, 2025 - 07:28 GMT

Maduro appeals to UN, Caribbean leaders over US military “aggression”

(MENAFN) Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has formally appealed to all 193 UN member states and Caribbean leaders, warning of what he calls an “escalation of extremely serious aggression” by the United States. The appeal, read publicly by Foreign …

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Published on December 23, 2025 - 07:28 GMT

Maduro sends appeal to all UN member states to denounce US

(MENAFN) Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has formally appealed to all 193 UN member states and leaders across the Caribbean, warning of what he calls an "escalation of extremely serious aggression" by the United States. In a letter publicly …

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Published on December 23, 2025 - 07:23 GMT

UN Mission Pulls Out from Sudan Base After Drone Attack

(MENAFN) The United Nations Interim Force for Abyei (UNISFA) confirmed Thursday it has evacuated its logistics installation in Kadugli, Sudan's South Kordofan state, following a fatal assault on its personnel. Six Bangladeshi peacekeepers were killed …

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Published on December 23, 2025 - 07:24 GMT

Venezuela hits its goal of producing barrels of crude oil this year

(MENAFN) Venezuela has successfully reached its target of producing 1.2 million barrels of crude oil per day this year, despite increasing pressure from the United States and recent tanker seizures, according to Vice President Delcy Rodriguez. Rodriguez …

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Published on December 23, 2025 - 00:00 GMT

Cathay Financial Holdings x COP30— Cathay FHC Calls for Diversified Net Zero Solutions and a Just Transition

World Faces $500 Billion Annual Clean Energy Investment Gap, Cathay FHC Calls for Diversified Net Zero Solutions and a Just Transition BELEM, BRAZIL, December 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cathay Financial Holdings (Cathay FHC) joined COP30 …

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Published on December 23, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Speaking for Victims: Veteran Advocate Outlines 2026 Vision for Victim-Centred Justice

Former Scotland Yard detective reveals how justice systems designed for institutional efficiency re-traumatize those they claim to serve. LONDON, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, December 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While policy makers debate …

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Published on December 23, 2025 - 07:29 GMT

Unity Adventure Foundation Launches New Model for Community Support Built by the People, for the People

Michigan nonprofit announces initial rollout of rapid assistance framework for families facing sudden hardship DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, December 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Unity Adventure Foundation has announced the initial rollout of …

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Published on December 23, 2025 - 00:06 GMT

The 2025 Holiday Basket of Miracles Brings Hope, Relief, and Holiday Joy to Hundreds of Families in Need

Over 400 Miracles for Kids families received food, basic necessities, and holiday wish lists filled, with more than 4,000 donated gifts IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, December 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This holiday season, Miracles for Kids once again …

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Published on December 22, 2025 - 22:46 GMT

Sycamore Grove Counseling Elevates Mental Health Support with Certified Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Services

CA, UNITED STATES, December 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sycamore Grove Counseling, a trusted provider of professional psychotherapy with nearly five decades of experience, is proud to highlight and expand its specialized Certified Cognitive …

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Published on December 22, 2025 - 19:36 GMT

Dr. Sutton’s The Law Revolution Continues to Gain Readers Seeking Practical Legal Literacy

A concise legal education book continues to reach readers looking for accessible, real-world understanding of the U.S. legal system BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, December 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Law Revolution: Legal Education for …

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Published on December 22, 2025 - 16:45 GMT

Friendly Recovery Announces Updated Outpatient Mental Health Treatment Framework

Friendly Recovery outlines an updated outpatient mental health treatment approach for first-time and returning patients in Orange County. TUSTIN, CA, UNITED STATES, December 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Friendly Recovery, a Joint Commission–accredited …

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Published on December 22, 2025 - 14:34 GMT

Families Demand Action as Kern Health Systems Denies Critical Autism Services; Advocates Urge State Intervention

BAKERSFIELD, CA, UNITED STATES, December 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A recent Kern Health Systems (KHS) Board meeting on December 18 was marked by emotional pleas from families whose children with autism are facing a widespread loss of …

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Published on December 22, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

P. Frank Vasquez of In Search of Hope Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

TRENTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, December 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- It’s not every day you encounter someone whose life story reads like a gripping novel, but P. Frank Vasquez is living proof that resilience can carve pathways where none seem to …

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Published on December 22, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

DOJ Agreement Signals Higher Expectations for School Seclusion and Restraint Practices Under the ADA

DOJ enforcement highlights rising ADA expectations for school seclusion and restraint practices—and what families should document now. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, December 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A recent U.S. Department of …

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Published on December 22, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

Women’s Foundation of the South Announces $120,000 Matching Challenge and Calls for End-Of-Year Support

Camellia Campaign—Now Bolstered by a Generous $120,000 Matching Challenge from an Anonymous Donor. NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, December 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As 2025 draws to a close, the Women’s Foundation of the South (WFS) is …

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Published on December 22, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

CCHF Statement on the Health Care Freedom for Patients Act

ST PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, December 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- U.S. Senators Mike Crapo (R-ID) and Bill Cassidy (R-LA) introduced S.3386, the Health Care Freedom for Patients Act, on December 8, 2025. This Republican proposal shifts federal …

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Published on December 22, 2025 - 11:30 GMT

Women with disabilities unprotected against sexual violence in Central Asia

Sexual violence against women with disabilities is met with stigma, disbelief and impunity in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, warns Equality Now report. ASTANA, KAZAKHSTAN, December 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new report reveals how …

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Published on December 22, 2025 - 15:48 GMT

Small Coop, Big Dreams: From Sheep Farming Struggles to Poultry Success in Addis Ababa

The caging system kept the chickens safe, clean, and productive. Egg output grew as the hens settled into their new high-rise home. Neighbors, initially skeptical, began to notice how many eggs Elias’s hens were laying and how little space was needed. …

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Published on December 21, 2025 - 12:05 GMT

Todd J. Stein's THE FINAL FIGHT, a True-Story Legal Thriller, Rises into Top Tier of International Screenplays

The Final Fight, a screenplay written by Todd J. Stein, placed in the top 4% as a Finalist in StoryPros International Screenplay Contest this December. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, December 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Inspired by a true …

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Published on December 21, 2025 - 11:36 GMT

HandicapMD Expands Reviewer Availability for New York Disability Parking Permit Certifications

Expanded reviewer availability helps patients book faster New York disability parking certification reviews with secure online intake and compliant guidance. NEW YORK , NY, UNITED STATES, December 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HandicapMD, a …

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Published on December 21, 2025 - 11:52 GMT

Gaza: “Palestinians are wondering how they will get through the winter”

Eighty per cent of the trucks entering the Gaza Strip are commercial trucks or government-to-government aid. Humanitarian assistance has increased slightly, but it remains minimal and far from sufficient. Yes, you can find food, some basic necessities — …

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Published on December 20, 2025 - 16:46 GMT

Homewatch CareGivers of East Atlanta Launches Veteran Home-Care Track as Approved Provider of Veterans Care Network

EAST ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, December 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Homewatch CareGivers of East Atlanta has announced the launch of a dedicated veteran home-care track as an approved provider within the Veterans Community Care Network. This …

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Published on December 20, 2025 - 00:47 GMT

On the Winter Solstice, humanity is invited into A Night to Illuminate Grief—a global pause for connection and peace.

We welcome you to join us on the longest night of the year to hold space for both love and grief. DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, December 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the longest and darkest night of the year, people across the globe are …

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Published on December 19, 2025 - 22:07 GMT

QualityWorks Wins Inc. Best in Business 2025 for Second Time, Deploys AI Disaster Relief Platform for Wildfire Recovery

Social Impact Driven Web & Mobile App Development Company leverages "Empathy Tech" approach to support vulnerable communities in Los Angeles wildfire crisis LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on December 19, 2025 - 20:42 GMT

Government of Kenya Approves Formation of National Heroes Association

NAIROBI CITY, GREENSPAN, KENYA, December 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Government of the Republic of Kenya has formally approved the establishment of a national association representing the country’s distinguished National Heroes. The newly …

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