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Published on Jan 4, 2025

Filling gaps in traditional wisdom

Still relevant today: Both Sikayun (left) and Majinbon agree that the Native Court plays a crucial role in resolving disputes, easing the pressure on civil courts. Still relevant today: Both Sikayun (left) and Majinbon agree that the Native Court plays a …

Source: The Malaysian Star - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 3, 2025

Trapped in Limbo: Teenager girls caught between consent and marriage laws

A GNA Feature by Eunice Hilda A. Mensah Accra, Jan 3, GNA – A child according to Ghana’s Children’s Act, 1998, is any person below the age of 18 years and it clearly states that the best interest of the child shall be paramount in any matter concerning …

Source: Ghana News Agency - Label Pending
Published on Jan 3, 2025

Stakeholders discuss national population policy

THE Fiji Bureau of Statistics (FBoS) in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund has established a steering committee involving various government and non-government organisations to develop a National Population Policy. This led to a two-day …

Source: Fiji Times - Neutral
Published on Jan 2, 2025

Group warns of rising technology facilitated gender-based violence

A non-profit organisation, Webfala Digital Skills for All Initiative (WDSFAI), has raised concerns about the rising threat of technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) in Nigeria. WDSFAI, in an article by its Executive Director, Nafisat Bakare, …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral
Published on Jan 1, 2025

World Population Hits 8.156 Billion In 2024

The global population hit a record number of 8.156 billion in 2024, anticipated to reach 10.3 billion in the 2080s. This marks an increase of 82 million compared to last year, according to the German Foundation for World Population. The United Nations …

Source: Gulf Insider - Neutral
Published on Jan 1, 2025

Where’s India’s billionth baby? Meet Aastha, 25, an Army nurse with a dream: ‘A house where each of us has a room’

Aastha Arora insists her life is more than a statistic. An Army nurse at a base hospital in Guwahati, in 2000, she was declared India’s billionth baby, her birth at New Delhi’s Safdarjung Hospital on May 11 that year celebrated as a milestone in the …

Source: The Indian Express - Center-left
Published on Dec 31, 2024

Gender Ministry engages journalists in northern zone on child marriage information portal

The Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection, through its Child Marriage Unit, held a media engagement in the Northern Zone to discuss the ongoing issue of child marriage in Ghana. The forum focused on how the media can assist in the fight …

Source: Joy FM - Label Pending
Published on Jan 3, 2025

Depopulation: the dramatic change facing humanity

For the first time in 700 years – following an all-time high in the mid-2080s – global population will plummet with impacts across the world. Image: Shutterstock Not since the Black Death in the 1300s has the total number of people living on Earth declined …

Source: Geographical - Center-left
Published on Jan 3, 2025

Syria crisis: UN teams support cholera vaccination in northeastern camps

The cholera outbreak was detected in the camp in early October and subsequently confirmed by laboratory tests. Because Al Hol does not have a specialist treatment centre for acute watery diarrhoea, it is crucial that as many people are vaccinated as …

Source: UN News - Gov't Institution
Published on Jan 3, 2025

Cupid bags ₹15 crore order from Government of Tanzania

Cupid, a leading manufacturer of condoms deodorants and perfumes, has received a purchase order from Medical Stores Department, Government of Tanzania for supply of male condoms worth ₹15 crore. The order, part of an international framework agreement is to …

Source: The Hindu Business Line - Neutral
Published on Jan 2, 2025

Threadbare facilities, high mortality, cats in the corridors: the realities of life for new Rohingya mothers in Cox’s ...

It is mid-afternoon on a Wednesday and Toyoba Begum, 37, is sitting upright at the end of her hospital bed, the second in a row of eight. Dressed in a beige tunic and canary yellow trousers, a belly recovery belt clasped around her stomach, she watches her …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Jan 2, 2025

Why qualified Nigerians don’t want to be lecturers – ASUU

The Chairman of the University of Ibadan chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Prof. Ayo Akinwole, has blamed poor welfare as the reason qualified young Nigerians shun lecturing jobs in the university system. Akinwole who said this …

Source: PM News - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 2, 2025

ASUU wants welfare of teachers on Tinubu’s priority list

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), yesterday, lamented that the poor welfare of public university lecturers was responsible for the reluctance of qualified hands to take up jobs in the university system. The University of Ibadan (UI) Chairman …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 2, 2025

2025, year of long battle with FG, ASUU declares

The Academic Staff Union of Universities has warned that “in the absence of visible and concrete efforts at addressing pending issues and meeting its expectations, 2025 will be a year of long-drawn confrontation between the union and the Federal Government …

Source: Punch - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 1, 2025

ASUU tackles Tinubu over 7% allocation to education sector in 2025 budget

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has declared that seven per cent budgetary allocation to education in 2025 by the Federal Government led by President Bola Tinubu will not bring any change to the sector. The union made this declaration via a …

Source: Daily Post - Neutral
Published on Jan 1, 2025

Why young Nigerians are shunning lecturing — ASUU

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) on Wednesday lamented that the poor welfare conditions of public university lecturers are responsible for the reluctance of qualified individuals to take up jobs in the university system. The University of …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 1, 2025

India News | Panchayati Raj Ministry in 2024: Focus on More Panchayat Buildings, Internet Connectivity

New Delhi, Jan 1 (PTI) Bridging infrastructure gaps in panchayats, the grassroots democratic bodies pivotal to the implementation of government schemes in villages, remained in focus for the Panchayati Raj Ministry in 2024, with funds being sanctioned for …

Source: Latestly - Uncategorized

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Published on January 5, 2025 - 17:39 GMT

Dutch Special Envoy for Syria meets with interim government in Damascus

NETHERLANDS, January 5 - News item | 05-01-2025 | 18:03 The Netherlands’ Special Envoy for Syria, Gijs Gerlag, visited Damascus on 2 and 4 January 2025. His programme included a meeting with the new interim government led by Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), …

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Published on January 3, 2025 - 13:02 GMT

Venezuelan Activist Jesús Armas Illegally Detained Amidst Human Rights Violations

CARACAS, Venezuela, Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "FreeJesusArmas.com" campaign brings attention to the arbitrary detention of Jesús Armas, a respected Venezuelan activist, human rights advocate, and former Caracas City Council member, …

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Published on January 4, 2025 - 13:36 GMT

Lebanon: ICRC president urges renewal of ceasefire and sustained humanitarian assistance to help civilians rebuild

“Civilians cannot afford for the ceasefire to lapse, plunging them back into heavy fighting that would bring more death and destruction,” said President Spoljaric. “Maintaining the ceasefire is essential for families to return home, rebuild their lives, …

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Published on January 4, 2025 - 08:04 GMT

Syria Operational Update: ICRC work in Syria (27 November - 18 December 2024)

For a country and its people who have already lived through 13 years of devastating armed conflicts and other crises; where 90% of the people live below the poverty line; where over 7 million people are internally displaced; and where essential services, …

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Published on January 3, 2025 - 16:07 GMT

2024 Highlights: Senator Legarda's Milestones in Legislation, Diplomacy, Cultural Heritage, and Inclusive Development

PHILIPPINES, January 3 - Press Release January 3, 2025 2024 Highlights: Senator Legarda's Milestones in Legislation, Diplomacy, Cultural Heritage, and Inclusive Development As we step into 2025, let us carry with us the light of hope and the strength …

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Published on January 2, 2025 - 21:36 GMT

Terry Bean Pushes for Greater LGBTQ+ Representation in Global Sports

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Terry Bean, a pioneering LGBTQ+ rights advocate and longtime champion of inclusivity, is calling for a renewed focus on increasing LGBTQ+ representation in global sports. Building …

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Published on January 1, 2025 - 10:38 GMT

Frequently asked questions on the ICRC’s work in Syria

The ICRC has an important presence in Hassakeh, where it is one of the key organizations providing protection and essential services. Key activities carried out by the ICRC include: Visits to families of foreign fighters in Al-Hol and Al-Roj camps. …

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Published on January 2, 2025 - 21:45 GMT

Eric Benet, Jenifer Lewis, Iain Armitage, Tye Tribbett, Makenzie Thomas, Jennifer Holliday, Natalie Grant and Rev. ...

Atlanta, GA., Jan. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Bernice A. King, CEO of The King Center, announces a schedule of programs and events in celebration of the 2025 King Holiday Observance. Beginning Tuesday, January 7th, 2025, and continuing through Monday …

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Published on January 5, 2025 - 19:20 GMT

The Call Within Hits International Best Seller List on January 4, 2025, Sharing Stories of Healing and Transformation

52 authors share inspiring stories of healing and growth in The Call Within, raising funds to bring holistic healing to those in need. DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, January 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On January 4, 2025, The Call Within: Finding …

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Published on January 4, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

LegalMatch.com Empowers Injured Workers To Navigate Workers' Compensation Claims

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, January 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A workplace injury can be a devastating setback, leaving individuals with physical pain, lost wages, and mounting medical bills. Workers' compensation insurance was created to …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on January 4, 2025 - 13:36 GMT

Lebanon: ICRC president urges renewal of ceasefire and sustained humanitarian assistance to help civilians rebuild

“Civilians cannot afford for the ceasefire to lapse, plunging them back into heavy fighting that would bring more death and destruction,” said President Spoljaric. “Maintaining the ceasefire is essential for families to return home, rebuild their lives, …

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Published on January 4, 2025 - 08:04 GMT

Syria Operational Update: ICRC work in Syria (27 November - 18 December 2024)

For a country and its people who have already lived through 13 years of devastating armed conflicts and other crises; where 90% of the people live below the poverty line; where over 7 million people are internally displaced; and where essential services, …

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Published on January 3, 2025 - 18:21 GMT

Winston Kassim Appointed to Order of Ontario

Latest award for native of Guyana follows appointment to Order of Canada in 2009 TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The leadership of the Canada-Guyana Chamber of Commerce (CGCC), and the Canadian Museum of Indian …

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Published on January 3, 2025 - 17:46 GMT

January of Change: Stand for the Silent Inspires Schools Nationwide to Embrace Kindness

The organization provides the tools and motivation to turn school cultures toward kindness. OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, UNITED STATES, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New Year is a chance for schools and communities to be inspired to make …

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Published on January 3, 2025 - 17:41 GMT

White River Academy Addresses Reactive Attachment Disorder with Specialized Residential Care

White River Academy of Delta, Utah, is Transforming The Lives of Young Men with Specialized Care for Reactive Attachment Disorder. DELTA, UT, UNITED STATES, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- White River Academy, a leading residential …

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Published on January 3, 2025 - 17:07 GMT

Village Preschool encourages STEAM Learning and Critical Thinking for the Next Generation of Innovators

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Village Preschool is redefining early education by fostering curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking through its STEAM-focused curriculum. Recognizing that the future demands …

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Published on January 3, 2025 - 16:03 GMT

Statement from the American Muslim & Multifaith Women's Empowerment Council on the Terrorist Attack in New Orleans

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim and Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) is deeply saddened and outraged by the recent terrorist attack in New Orleans, which has claimed innocent …

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Published on January 3, 2025 - 15:43 GMT

Whistleblowing Sociologist Brings to Light the Rule of White Supremacy in American Mass Incarceration

Dr. Brittany Friedman exposes the California prison system’s long-standing alliances with white supremacists to eliminate Black militants LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Brittany Friedman found that …

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Published on January 3, 2025 - 09:46 GMT

New Book by Award-Winning Educator Joshua J. Bovill Empowers Teachers to Unlock the Potential of Black Boys in Schools

The Ultimate Guide to Teaching and Reaching Black Boys Offers a Transformative Approach to Education That Will Inspire and Empower ROCK HILL, SC, UNITED STATES, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Joshua J. Bovill, award-winning educator and …

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Published on January 2, 2025 - 23:01 GMT

LATLC's 9th Annual 'Comfort & Joy' Event Spreads Holiday Magic to Los Angeles Families

LATLC Transforms East 34th Street into a Winter Wonderland, Spreading Holiday Cheer to 500 Families with Santa, Snow, Toys, and Community Support. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Los Angeles Trial …

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Published on January 2, 2025 - 21:36 GMT

Terry Bean Pushes for Greater LGBTQ+ Representation in Global Sports

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Terry Bean, a pioneering LGBTQ+ rights advocate and longtime champion of inclusivity, is calling for a renewed focus on increasing LGBTQ+ representation in global sports. Building …

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Published on January 2, 2025 - 20:27 GMT

Dr. Gail C. Christopher in Washington Monthly: Election Analysis, Impact on America’s Wellbeing & Hope for the Future

After an election marked by extreme rhetoric, whatever the outcome, half the country would dwell in grief, convinced the world’s oldest democracy was finished WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a new …

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Published on January 2, 2025 - 18:49 GMT

His Little Ones, Inc. Welcomes First Full-Time Executive Director Josh Parker

GEORGETOWN, TX, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- His Little Ones, Inc. (HLO), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to transforming the lives of orphans and vulnerable children in Romania and India, is proud to announce …

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Published on January 2, 2025 - 18:24 GMT

My Girl Life Podcast Tops Player FM’s 2024 'Best Crossdressing Podcasts' List

The groundbreaking crossdresser podcast exploring themes of self-expression, crossdressing and LGBTQ empowerment, is making waves with incredible guests. DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The My Girl Life Podcast …

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Published on January 2, 2025 - 09:35 GMT

The Crisis of Dependency: New Book Calls for Return to Dignity, Civil Society in Charity

A compelling call to restore local, relationship-based charity in a culture increasingly dependent on ineffective government solutions. JOPLIN, MO, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In his new book, The Crisis of Dependency, …

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Published on January 2, 2025 - 08:53 GMT

San Diego Personal Injury Law Firm Ends 2024 With Significant Expansion and Generous Donations to Local Charities

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Moseley Collins Law, a leading San Diego personal injury law firm, is proud to announce the opening of six new offices across three states – California, Oregon, and Arizona – as …

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Published on January 1, 2025 - 23:42 GMT

Phoenix Medical Malpractice Law Firm Ends 2024 With Significant Expansion and Generous Donations to Local Charities

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Moseley Collins Law, a leading Phoenix personal injury law firm, is proud to announce the opening of six new offices across three states – California, Oregon, and Arizona – as well …

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Published on January 1, 2025 - 19:29 GMT

Portland Personal Injury Law Firm Ends 2024 With Significant Expansion and Generous Donations to Local Charities

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Moseley Collins Law, a leading Portland personal injury law firm, is proud to announce the opening of six new offices across three states – California, Oregon, and Arizona – as …

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