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Published on Apr 5, 2025

Senior Counsel Who Represented Raila at Supreme Court Dies

Accomplished Senior Counsel and advocate Pheroze Nowrojee is dead. The distinguished lawyer passed away aged 84 and was widely respected for his unwavering defence of human rights, constitutionalism, and the rule of law, and mentored generations of lawyers …

Source: Kenyans.co.ke - Neutral
Published on Apr 5, 2025

UN official reappointed despite accusations of antisemitism

UN Watch Executive Director Hillel Neuer calls Francesca Albanese’s reappointment a "horrible statement on the state of the UN today." Controversial United Nations Special Rapporteur on Palestine Francesca Albanese has been reappointed to the …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Protesters tee off against Trump and Musk in ‘Hands Off!’ rallies across the U.S. (photos)

Opponents of President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk rallied across the U.S. on Saturday to protest the administration’s actions on government downsizing, the economy, human rights and other issues. More than 1,200 “Hands Off!” demonstrations were …

Source: SI Live - New York - Label Pending
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Protesters tee off against Trump and Musk in rallies across US

Crowds of people angry about the way US President Donald Trump is running the country have marched and rallied in scores of American cities in the biggest day of demonstrations yet by an opposition movement trying to regain its momentum after the shock of …

Source: TVNZ - Neutral
Published on Apr 5, 2025

UN says 100 children killed or injured in Gaza every day since war resumed

The United Nations says at least 100 children have been killed or injured every day in Gaza since the strikes resumed on March 18, even as the United States underscores continued support for Israel. “Nothing justifies the killing of children,” Philippe …

Source: Al Jazeera - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Israel kills 15 rescue workers in Gaza, UN demands accountability

The United Nations has accused Israeli forces of killing 15 rescue workers in Gaza on 23 March 2025. The victims included eight members of the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS), six from the Palestinian Civil Defense, and one staff member from UNRWA. …

Source: Helsinki Times - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Myanmar: Junta Continues Attacks Despite Declaring Ceasefire After Earthquake

Myanmar‘s anti-regime forces claimed that despite declaring a temporary ceasefire on Wednesday after the recent deadly earthquake, the military junta continues air and ground attacks. The junta announced a three-week ceasefire in civil war-torn Myanmar …

Source: StratNews Global - Label Pending
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Omani delegation takes part in Tashkent meetings of the IPU

Tashkent: The Sultanate of Oman participated in the 150th General Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and its accompanying meetings being held in Tashkent, the capital of the Republic of Uzbekistan. During the five-day participation, Khalid bin …

Source: Times of Oman - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Mishra and Rana have been held in detention in a humiliating manner: Right Activist Charan Prasai

Former member of the National Human Rights Commission and human rights activist Charan Prasai has said that RPP leaders Rabindra Mishra and Dhaval Shumsher Rana have been kept in police custody in a humiliating manner. He mentioned on social media that …

Source: New Spotlight Nepal - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Nowrojee, the legal legend and giant, takes a final bow at 84

Senior Lawyer Pheroze Nowrojee at the supreme court during a presidential election petition. [File, Standard] Some two years ago, I hitched a lift from Tigoni, Limuru, from Senior lawyer Paul Nyamodi. Nyamodi has made a name for and drawn admiration for …

Source: The Standard - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Tens of thousands of protesters gather for Boston 'Hands Off!' rally

I think every day about my immigrant parents. My parents' story is America's story and the story of hundreds of thousands of people across the city and country. They came here to leave challenging circumstances. They strived with grit, worked hard …

Source: WCVB 5 - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Education secretary puts Newsom in position to put up or shut up

California Gov. Gavin Newsom California Gov. Gavin Newsom has had plenty to say since launching his podcast earlier this month with a splash, breaking from Democratic Party orthodoxy and agreeing with MAGA organizer Charlie Kirk that allowing biological …

Source: WorldNetDaily - Right-wing
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Costa Rica Eyes El Salvador’s Mega-Prison Model as Violence Escalates

As gang-driven violence surges, Costa Rica’s Justice Minister toured El Salvador’s maximum-security mega-prison on Friday, seeking solutions in President Nayib Bukele’s controversial tactics despite their harsh conditions and human rights backlash. Costa …

Source: Tico Times - Neutral
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Diaspora's paradox

Listen to article What is it that defines reform in a country like Pakistan, where institutions are historically entangled, democratic transitions are routinely interrupted, and politics is a constant struggle between memory and manipulation? Can …

Source: The Express Tribune - Uncategorized
Published on 00:25 GMT

Protesters in the Northwoods take part in Nationwide demonstrations Saturday

WISCONSIN, USA (WJFW) - Protests aimed towards President Trump and Elon Musk called "Hands Off" erupted across the country today. Protesters also took to the streets of downtown Eagle River on East Wall Street and surrounding sidewalks. …

Source: WJFW - Wisconsin - Label Pending
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Myanmar

We have teams in Kachin, Kayin, Rakhine, Shan, Mandalay, and Yangon. In Mandalay, where the population has highly affected by the 28 March earthquake, we focus on providing the Myanmar Red Cross, other local responders, and health authorities with the …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Myanmar: Landmine awareness saves lives amid conflict and natural disasters

The numbers underline the gravity of the situation. In 2023, for the first time, Myanmar had the highest annual number of civilian casualties caused by landmines, exceeding all other countries for that year, according to the most recent Landmine Monitor …

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Published on Apr 5, 2025

A Week in Ukraine

My name is Anna, and I’m a content producer with the International Committee of the Red Cross. I have been with the ICRC for two years, filming and producing stories about our work and the communities we support in Ukraine, where millions of people have …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on Apr 5, 2025

‘Chained dog’ punishments: Kochi marketing firm faces probe over brutal staff treatment

Kochi: Shocking visuals have emerged showing employees of a private marketing firm in Kerala, allegedly Hindustan Powerlinks, being subjected to degrading and inhuman treatment for failing to meet performance targets. The disturbing footage, aired by local …

Source: Madhyamam - Center-left

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Published on April 5, 2025 - 17:52 GMT

Hungary discloses withdrawal from International Criminal Court following Netanyahu's visit

(MENAFN) Hungary declared on Thursday its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), according to an announcement made by Premier Viktor Orban’s Chief of Staff, Gergely Gulyas. The process of exiting the Hague-based court is set to …

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Published on April 2, 2025 - 16:09 GMT

Georgia’s foreign agents legislation raises concerns over negative impact on civil society, OSCE human rights office ...

WARSAW, 2 April 2025 – Georgia’s new law ‘On the Foreign Agents Registration Act’, requiring all individuals or organisations considered to act in the interest of a foreign entity to register as foreign agents, due for example to foreign funding, and …

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Published on April 5, 2025 - 15:13 GMT

Minister Nokuzola Tolashe: Africa Children’s Summit opening ceremony

Programme Director; Gauteng Premier Mr Panyaza Lusufi Gauteng MEC for Social Development Ms Faith Mazibuko Director-General of Social Development, Mr Peter Netshipale; Chief Executive Officer of Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund; Dr Linda Ncube-Nkomo; HODs …

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Published on April 5, 2025 - 07:04 GMT

A Week in Ukraine

My name is Anna, and I’m a content producer with the International Committee of the Red Cross. I have been with the ICRC for two years, filming and producing stories about our work and the communities we support in Ukraine, where millions of people have …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on April 5, 2025 - 07:04 GMT

Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Myanmar

We have teams in Kachin, Kayin, Rakhine, Shan, Mandalay, and Yangon. In Mandalay, where the population has highly affected by the 28 March earthquake, we focus on providing the Myanmar Red Cross, other local responders, and health authorities with the …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on April 5, 2025 - 07:04 GMT

Myanmar: Landmine awareness saves lives amid conflict and natural disasters

The numbers underline the gravity of the situation. In 2023, for the first time, Myanmar had the highest annual number of civilian casualties caused by landmines, exceeding all other countries for that year, according to the most recent Landmine Monitor …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 19:49 GMT

New Sri Lankan Govt. Continues State Policy of Impunity, Denying Justice for Tamils - TGTE

Proves ICC & ICJ are the Only Forums for Accountability COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam (TGTE) said in a press release that the New Sri Lankan Government Continues State Policy …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 12:01 GMT

With too many wars raging and tensions rising, we must uphold international humanitarian law and the vision of a mine-...

Recent announcements by several states in northern and central Europe on their decision to withdraw from the Anti-personnel Mine Ban Convention mark a dangerous setback for the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Citing a deteriorating security …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

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Published on April 5, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Tashkent as a Center for Parliamentary Diplomacy

In April 2025, Tashkent will host the 150th anniversary Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) for the first time in Central Asia’s history. TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN, April 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 22:15 GMT

Trilogy Expands Mental Healthcare Services on Chicago’s Northwest Side

Nonprofit Mental and Behavioral Healthcare Org Grows to Meet Increasing Demand thanks to Critical Funds from Cook County Health Office of Behavioral Health CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Trilogy, a nonprofit …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on April 4, 2025 - 20:57 GMT

AWARD-WINNING NO ADDRESS BEGINS PREMIUM STREAMING APRIL 4TH

Inspired by true events, this thought-provoking & inspirational film aims to address the realities of homelessness in America with call-to-action. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Robert Craig Films …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 19:49 GMT

New Sri Lankan Govt. Continues State Policy of Impunity, Denying Justice for Tamils - TGTE

Proves ICC & ICJ are the Only Forums for Accountability COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam (TGTE) said in a press release that the New Sri Lankan Government Continues State Policy …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on April 5, 2025 - 07:04 GMT

A Week in Ukraine

My name is Anna, and I’m a content producer with the International Committee of the Red Cross. I have been with the ICRC for two years, filming and producing stories about our work and the communities we support in Ukraine, where millions of people have …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on April 5, 2025 - 07:04 GMT

Myanmar: Landmine awareness saves lives amid conflict and natural disasters

The numbers underline the gravity of the situation. In 2023, for the first time, Myanmar had the highest annual number of civilian casualties caused by landmines, exceeding all other countries for that year, according to the most recent Landmine Monitor …

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Published on April 5, 2025 - 07:04 GMT

Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Myanmar

We have teams in Kachin, Kayin, Rakhine, Shan, Mandalay, and Yangon. In Mandalay, where the population has highly affected by the 28 March earthquake, we focus on providing the Myanmar Red Cross, other local responders, and health authorities with the …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on April 4, 2025 - 19:00 GMT

SCAN Makes Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For List

LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SCAN Health Plan (SCAN), one of the nation's largest and fastest growing not-for-profit Medicare Advantage health plans, is proud to announce Fortune* and Great Place to Work have …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 17:56 GMT

The Nerds to Headline Fundraiser for Westfield American Legion Housing Project

The Nerds, along with emerging talents such as Kobi Reese and Better Late, will be performing at third annual 'Rock the Foundation' fundraiser on May 3, 2025. WESTFIELD, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Nerds, New …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry, Human Rights ...
Published on April 4, 2025 - 17:23 GMT

Rhode Island Estate Planning Attorney to Deliver Innovative Care Plan at Alzheimer’s Association Conference

EAST GREENWICH, RI, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- McCarthy Law, a leading estate planning firm in Rhode Island, is proud to announce that Founding Attorney Samantha McCarthy Jarvis will share strategic care tools for aging …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 17:14 GMT

Dr. Bernard Wh Jennings' Good Dad Act Committee Achieve Milestone in Child Custody Legislation Across the United States

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Good Dad Act Committee, led by Dr. Bernard Wh Jennings, is proud to announce significant progress in the movement towards equitable child custody laws across the United States. The …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Education ...
Published on April 4, 2025 - 16:43 GMT

S.M.C.L. (Samaritan Multi-Services Centered on Living Foundation) Receives $30,000 Grant from The Hartford

Company surprises a local youth athlete with custom-fit sports equipment KENNER, LA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- S.M.C.L. Foundation & Associates Adaptive Sports, a non-profit organization based in New Orleans, …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 16:20 GMT

Nonprofit Alliance of Consumer Advocates saves PA Homeowner from a Foreclosure Trustee Sale with No Fee Assistance

GREENCASTLE, PA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After enduring heartbreaking loss and financial hardship, Tami Maple of Greencastle, PA, has successfully saved her home from foreclosure—thanks to the assistance of the …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Human Rights ...
Published on April 4, 2025 - 16:04 GMT

Justice for our children: time for all South Africans to act

JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Media Statement by Safer South Africa Foundation Justice for our children: time for all South Africans to act Social crimes, including gender-based violence, at institutions …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 15:54 GMT

SHAB Partners with Choose Love to Champion Refugees Worldwide

Persian-American pop star and refugee-turned-icon reflects on her own journey as she releases bold album, 'ONE SUITCASE' DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International pop artist SHAB, the Persian-American …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 15:06 GMT

Alarming Levels of Heavy Metals Found in 95% of Commercial Baby Foods, New Report Reveals

Groundbreaking report by health and nutrition authority FoodNourish.net exposes regulatory failures allowing toxic contaminants in foods marketed for infants SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A groundbreaking …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Environment ...
Published on April 4, 2025 - 14:51 GMT

Mark Your Calendars: 'Do the Right Day' Fair Set for April 10

MERIDIAN, ID, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The West Ada School District, in partnership with the City of Meridian, invites the community to come together in celebration of kindness, service, and connection at the upcoming Do …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 14:37 GMT

New Canadian Immigration Law Firm, Zohil-Morton Law, Now Offering Legal Services

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zohil-Morton Law, a newly established Canadian immigration law firm, is now providing legal services to individuals, families, and businesses navigating the complexities of Canadian …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 14:06 GMT

Federal Cuts Threaten History and Culture in Idaho

Idaho Humanities Council Needs Support BOISE, ID, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The future of the Idaho Humanities Council (IHC) is at risk due to DOGE cuts to the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). These drastic …

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Published on April 4, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Understanding Wage and Overtime Pay Laws: A Hidden Issue for Many Hourly Employees

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hourly workers who "go the extra mile" to impress an employer or pursue a promotion risk engaging in unpaid labor, and often do not know there are laws and rights associated …

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