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Published on 08:03 GMT

Palau reaffirms commitment to Human Rights at UN Human Rights Council

GENEVA, Switzerland— Representing the Palau government, Uong Jameson Yalap is currently participating in the 58th session of the Human Rights Council (HRC) in Geneva under the OHCHR LDCs/SIDS Trust Fund program. This six-week initiative, running from …

Source: Island Times - Label Pending
Published on 08:11 GMT

Climate Change Drives Surge in Child Marriage

Behind the visible destruction from climate change—floods, wildfires, and droughts—lies another less obvious but devastating impact: rising rates of child marriage. As climate change fuels economic insecurity, displacement, and conflict in countries …

Source: The Energy Mix - Neutral
Published on 05:28 GMT

UN human rights report is a lesson for Bangladesh Army—stay out of politics

Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser of Bangladesh’s interim government, visited Aynaghar on 12 February. It’s a network of secret detention centres where political opponents were kept indefinitely. These illegal facilities were run by Bangladesh’s defence …

Source: The Print - Neutral
Published on Mar 17, 2025

Gabs floods linked to climate change, urbanisation – study

As the Greater Gaborone residents recover from the February floods that saw Segoditshane River swell to its unprecedented levels and sweep cars off, flattening walls, and submerging houses from the western suburbs of Block 5 all the way to Mochudi, …

Source: MMEGI - Neutral
Published on 08:05 GMT

UN warns Sudanese refugees are stuck in Libya with nowhere to go

A migrant child is carried while being rescued by Libyan coast guards in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Libya. Reuters Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector Select your language Close English (US) English (British) …

Source: Swissinfo - Public Broadcaster
Published on 07:28 GMT

From the moon to mailboxes: Filmmaker puts climate refugees in spotlight

Last year, filmmaker Michael Nash achieved the extraordinary when his documentary "Climate Refugees" was sent to the moon as part of a Lunar Museum project. Now, he's on a new mission: getting the faces of climate refugees featured on postage …

Source: Public News Service - Left-wing
Published on Mar 17, 2025

UK and China restart climate change dialogue to tackle the global crisis

The UK’s Energy Secretary, Ed Miliband, recently visited Beijing for talks that marked the first formal climate negotiations between the two nations in nearly eight years. Working together in the fight against climate change The meeting shows the …

Source: Open Access Government - Center-left
Published on 05:43 GMT

Rohingya refugee community expresses gratitude to Antonio Guterres following recent visit

The Rohingya refugee community in Bangladesh extended gratitude to Antonio Guterres, the UN secretary general, for visiting them and standing in solidarity with them during this holy month of Ramadan. "His presence and participation in Iftar …

Source: The Business Standard - Neutral
Published on Mar 17, 2025

Advancing human rights through development: global significance of China's practice

In this year's "two sessions," China has unveiled a host of promising policy updates that not only reflect its new strides in modernization but also lay out forward-looking development blueprints. True to its distinctive national trajectory, …

Source: People's Daily Online - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Mar 17, 2025

Danby CEO recognized for supporting Hazara refugees in their resettlement

Jim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances, has been awarded a Certificate of Appreciation from Hazara Refugees and Hazara Hope and Empowerment Association NEWS RELEASE DANBY APPLIANCES ************************* Jim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances, has been …

Source: Guelph Today - Label Pending
Published on Mar 17, 2025

Mongolia Participates in the 143rd Session of the UN Human Rights Committee in Geneva

Ulaanbaatar, March 17, 2025 /MONTSAME/. The UN Human Rights Committee is convening in Geneva, Switzerland, from March 3 to March 28, 2025, to discuss countries' reports on the implementation of the International Covenant on Civil and Political …

Source: Montsame News Agency - Pro-Government
Published on Mar 17, 2025

HRC58: EHRDs, including fisherfolk, still at risk for protecting the environment, biodiversity

Protecting the ocean with a human rights approach On 14 March, the Special Rapporteur on the right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment, Astrid Puentes, presented her thematic report to the Human Rights Council (HRC), focusing on the ocean and …

Source: International Service for Human Rights - Label Pending
Published on Mar 17, 2025

Climate change and infectious diseases: A looming global health crisis

several regions of South Africa have been battered by floods over recent years, resulting in thousands of people being injured and displaced and several fatalities. (Photo by RAJESH JANTILAL / AFP) Climate change risks triggering epidemics of emerging …

Source: Mail & Guardian - Left-wing
Published on Mar 17, 2025

First two schools in Warwickshire awarded for welcoming refugees

WHEN it comes to welcoming refugees, two Warwickshire schools are a class act. Lighthorne Heath Primary School and Sydenham Primary School – part of the Leamington Federation – have become the first schools in the county to achieve the Schools of Sanctuary …

Source: Coventry Observer - Label Pending
Published on Mar 17, 2025

Trump administration drops Idaho emergency abortions case, sparking fears among health care workers

The Department of Justice (DOJ) and the state of Idaho agreed on March 5 to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the Biden administration, which sought to ensure that women in Idaho could access abortion care during medical emergencies, as required by federal law. …

Source: Prism - Label Pending
Published on Mar 17, 2025

The ADL’s war on socially conscious investing is in service to Israel and the new oligarchy

In late February, just in time for its annual “Never is Now” conference, the ADL announced it had created an exchange traded fund (ETF), stock symbol TOV, so people could invest according to “Jewish values.” However, it will likely not surprise you that …

Source: Mondoweiss - Left-wing
Published on Mar 17, 2025

Close vote expected on SoDo housing rezone, refugee organization seek passage

SEATTLE — The Seattle City Council is expected to vote Tuesday on a SoDo housing proposal that has opened up old wounds amongst local unions and exposed fractures inside City Hall. The legislation, sponsored by Seattle Council President Sara Nelson, would …

Source: KOMO News - Washington State - Label Pending
Published on Mar 17, 2025

Bucking stereotypes and fighting hatred, a Syrian Jewish ex-refugee lights up Instagram

NEW YORK — Looking into the camera in one of his recent Instagram posts, Abraham Hamra says, “Arabs, peace be upon you. Many of you are DMing me through Instagram. If you talk to me calmly, if you want to speak with me like a human being, I am ready and I’ …

Source: The Times of Israel - Uncategorized
Published on 01:36 GMT

CSR News: Dia Mirza, Shantanu Moitra, Ranveer Brar, Sudarsan Pattnaik & others join WWF-India as Earth Hour 2025 ...

The World Wide Fund for Nature – India (WWF-India) is celebrating the convergence of Earth Hour 2025 with World Water Day this year on March 22nd, to emphasise the importance of collective action for the conservation of the planet and its precious water …

Source: The CSR Journal - Neutral

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Published on March 18, 2025 - 01:01 GMT

Cayetano to human rights groups on Duterte's arrest: 'Ba't walang nagsalita?'

PHILIPPINES, March 18 - Press Release March 18, 2025 Cayetano to human rights groups on Duterte's arrest: 'Ba't walang nagsalita?' Senator Alan Peter Cayetano took to Facebook Live this week to express his frustration over the silence of …

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Published on March 18, 2025 - 04:44 GMT

Trapped, Pushed Back and Tortured: Poland’s Crackdown on Refugees at Europe’s Border

New report from Oxfam and its Polish partner, Egala, details violence and torture facing people on the move at the Poland-Belarus border. The report exposes Poland’s illegal pushback policy, bankrolled by the EU. Oxfam and Egala is urging the EU to …

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Published on March 18, 2025 - 04:44 GMT

Taxing Europe’s Super-Rich: The Gamechanger

Ahead of tomorrow’s EU Tax Symposium, Gabriel Zucman, lead economist at the EU Tax Observatory, has set out a proposal to tax the super-rich in the EU. In response, Chiara Putaturo, Oxfam EU tax expert, said:  “Zucman’s study exposes the truth: Europe …

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Published on March 18, 2025 - 04:44 GMT

Brussels-Syria Conference: International Community Should Walk the Talk

Reacting to donors’ pledges made at the Brussels conference on Syria today, Oxfam in Syria Country Director, Moutaz Adham, said: “The pledges are appreciated but now donors must act on them, especially at this critical moment. “The country has seen …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on March 17, 2025 - 08:53 GMT

Gauteng Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation hosts Human Rights Day commemoration, 21 Mar

Members of the media are invited to the Gauteng Provincial Human Rights Day commemoration on Friday, 21 March 2025, in Sharpeville. The three-phased event will start with the wreath-laying ceremony at the local Phelindaba Cemetery, where the 69 victims of …

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Published on March 18, 2025 - 06:47 GMT

Award-Winning Film Continues U.S. Release After Sedona International Film Festival Win

Award-Winning Film Continues U.S. Release After Sedona International Film Festival Win NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Artmattan Films continues the U.S. release of Jawad Rhalib's critically acclaimed film, …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 15:51 GMT

'Times of My Life' Virtual Biographer App Empowers People to Share Their Advocacy Stories and Inspire Change

By sharing personal journeys, challenges, and victories, users can encourage others to get involved, mobilize support, and spark meaningful change. LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Times of My Life …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 14:20 GMT

Puerto Aventuras International Film Festival Unveils Impressive Lineup Featuring Over 70 Projects from 29 Countries

PAIFF will be Including the Festival Premiere of the Greenpeace Mexico Documentary, "Voices of the Mayan Jungle: A Battle for Life" PUERTO AVENTURAS, QUINTANO ROO, MEXICO, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Puerto Aventuras …

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Published on March 18, 2025 - 00:55 GMT

Evelyn Ackah Shares Personal Experience with Racism in The Globe and Mail Article

Evelyn Ackah Shares Personal Experience with Racism in The Globe and Mail Article CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a deeply personal and thought-provoking article published in The Globe and Mail, Calgary-based …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 22:03 GMT

The 15 White Coats® HBCU Tethered Tour Brought to Dillard University

The Black physician-led group visited Dillard University to inspire students to apply and attend Medical School. NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Saturday, the Louisiana-based 15 White Coats®, a Black …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 21:19 GMT

2025 True Charity Summit to Equip Churches and Nonprofits for Effective Poverty Alleviation

HUNTSVILLE, AL, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 2025 True Charity Summit, the national annual conference for church and nonprofit leaders committed to restoring dignity and self-sufficiency in charity, will take place …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 20:13 GMT

Jack Brewer Behavioral Health and NWF Health Partner to Combat Fatherless Crisis in Families

Faith-Based Behavioral Health Solutions Target Criminal Justice-Impacted Communities in Florida’s Panhandle TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Jack Brewer Behavioral Health (JBBH) and NWF Health are …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 18:59 GMT

Maddie Taylor of My Girl Life Podcast Wins "Do-Gooder of the Week" Award from Fox31 Denver for Community Contributions

DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maddie Taylor, the founder and host of the "My Girl Life Podcast," was honored with the prestigious "Do-Gooder of the Week" award by Fox31 Denver during their popular …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 18:29 GMT

Rise Above: A Masters-ful Story of Perseverance & Love Spotlights Legendary Augusta Golf Caddie Carl Jackson

People who know the name, know Jackson was “on the bag” for Ben Crenshaw when he won the Masters in 1986 and 1995. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When the storied Masters golf tournament begins its 89th edition on April …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 17:55 GMT

Charis Bible College Hosting The 2025 Festival of Nations

WOODLAND PARK, CO, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The annual Festival of Nations will be held on March 21, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. MT at the Charis Bible College campus in Woodland Park, Colorado. “This is one of …

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Published on March 18, 2025 - 04:44 GMT

Taxing Europe’s Super-Rich: The Gamechanger

Ahead of tomorrow’s EU Tax Symposium, Gabriel Zucman, lead economist at the EU Tax Observatory, has set out a proposal to tax the super-rich in the EU. In response, Chiara Putaturo, Oxfam EU tax expert, said:  “Zucman’s study exposes the truth: Europe …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on March 18, 2025 - 04:44 GMT

Brussels-Syria Conference: International Community Should Walk the Talk

Reacting to donors’ pledges made at the Brussels conference on Syria today, Oxfam in Syria Country Director, Moutaz Adham, said: “The pledges are appreciated but now donors must act on them, especially at this critical moment. “The country has seen …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on March 18, 2025 - 04:44 GMT

Trapped, Pushed Back and Tortured: Poland’s Crackdown on Refugees at Europe’s Border

New report from Oxfam and its Polish partner, Egala, details violence and torture facing people on the move at the Poland-Belarus border. The report exposes Poland’s illegal pushback policy, bankrolled by the EU. Oxfam and Egala is urging the EU to …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on March 17, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

2025 Opening Day Buddy Ball Honors Legacy of Love Through Power of Play

LATLC Celebrates 9th Annual Buddy Ball, Bringing Joy & Inclusion to Children with Diverse Abilities in Long Beach LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Los Angeles Trial Lawyers' Charities (LATLC) …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 15:51 GMT

'Times of My Life' Virtual Biographer App Empowers People to Share Their Advocacy Stories and Inspire Change

By sharing personal journeys, challenges, and victories, users can encourage others to get involved, mobilize support, and spark meaningful change. LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Times of My Life …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Self-Driving Cars Raise New Questions On Accident Liability

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the production of self-driving cars ramping up, the discussion around liability in the event of an auto accident is becoming progressively prominent. As more and more cars are …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 14:12 GMT

Women’s Leadership Vital for Global Problem-Solving, Say Experts at CSW69 Event

The event addressed pressing issues such as gender-based violence (GBV), food and water shortages, displacement, and economic inequality. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eminent experts from different fields emphasized …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Prahaan Padhiar Joins the Cast of ‘SubUrbia’

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mumbai-born leading actor Prahaan Padhiar has joined the cast of Eric Bogosian's timeless classic production “SubUrbia”, directed by award-winning Artistic Director Michele Gossett …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 13:28 GMT

Rise Foundation by Envoy Strengthens Community Ties with Inaugural San Francisco Event

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rise by Envoy, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing free legal immigration services to underserved communities, celebrated a major milestone with its inaugural Meet …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 13:07 GMT

Solidarity Session – 'Bridging Cultures Against Cancel Culture' - Announced

All communities urged to participate in unity on the upcoming virtual session. NORTHVALE, NJ, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The next Solidarity Session - “Bridging Cultures Against Cancel Culture” will be held via Zoom on …

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Published on March 17, 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 17, 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 17, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Upland Unified School District Announces Expanded College Access Through U’College Program

Upland Unified expands U’College Academy, letting students earn college credits—up to an associate degree—before high school graduation. UPLAND, CA, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Upland Unified School District (UUSD) is …

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Published on March 17, 2025 - 11:54 GMT

ADIFF Women’s History Month Film Series - A Powerful Film Series Highlighting Women’s Stories from Across the Globe

From March 28 - 30, 2025, watch a compelling film series showcasing the diverse experiences, struggles, and triumphs of women worldwide at Teachers College NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The African Diaspora …

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