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Published on Apr 10, 2025

Israeli medics say killers of Gaza aid workers must be charged

Nine medics from the PRCS were killing alongside six other aid workers in the Israeli attack [Hani Alshaer/Anadolu via Getty Images] 360 Israeli medics have signed a letter calling for an investigation into the killing of 15 aid workers in the Gaza …

Source: The New Arab - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 10, 2025

Ethiopia’s Transitional Justice Special Bench – more than just a criminal tribunal

The Special Bench should have jurisdiction over a broader range of disputes – not merely function as a criminal tribunal. Following an international experts’ conference last December, draft laws establishing specialised institutions to address past …

Source: Polity - Label Pending
Published on Apr 10, 2025

Media body expresses solidarity with journalists facing oppression across the globe

Members of the International Press Institute (IPI) Executive Board released a joint statement on Thursday to express their solidarity with journalists and members of the media community across the globe who are oppressed, whether it be at the hands of the …

Source: GEO TV - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 10, 2025

Top 10 stories of the day: DA warns over Cabinet reshuffle | Inquiry into Omotoso case | Gauteng taxi ranks closing

Here’s your daily news update: An easy-to-read selection of our top stories. News today includes the DA has threatened to leave the government of national unity (GNU) should President Cyril Ramaphosa reshuffle his Cabinet and remove some portfolios from …

Source: The Citizen (South Africa) - Center-right
Published on Apr 10, 2025

Hamas challenges UK terrorism designation

Hamas has challenged the UK designation of its political wing as a terrorist organisation. British lawyers acting on behalf of Hamas submitted a 106-page legal application to Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, in an attempt to have the 2021 designation reversed …

Source: The National News - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 10, 2025

Celtic urged to back fans as club continue to face calls over Gaza solidarity

While the club "recognises that our supporters hold personal views to which everyone is entitled", it has asked that "banners, flags and symbols relating to the conflict and those countries involved in it are not displayed at Celtic Park…

Source: The Herald (Scotland) - Center-left
Published on Apr 10, 2025

Tanzania’s Abigail Chams Is on the Brink of Superstardom

Abigail Chams was always destined for stardom. At 21, the Tanzanian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist is already carving a space as one of East Africa's future stars. But one moment five years ago hinted at how far she could go: the day …

Source: OkayAfrica - Neutral
Published on Apr 10, 2025

IPI Executive Board stands united in support of journalists, press freedom across the globe

Members of the International Press Institute (IPI) Executive Board, including Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa, today issued a joint statement expressing their solidarity with journalists and members of the media community across the globe, as …

Source: International Press Institute - Label Pending
Published on Apr 10, 2025

NPA reopens inquests into Chief Albert Luthuli and Griffiths Mxenge’s deaths

The NPA will present new evidence in the Pietermaritzburg High Court to revisit the controversial deaths of Chief Luthuli and Griffiths Mxenge. The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) will, from Monday, present evidence before the Pietermaritzburg High …

Source: The Citizen (South Africa) - Center-right
Published on Apr 10, 2025

Prolonged power outages: residents counting their losses

Residents of Reservoir Hills and Clare Estate have been left in the dark since Friday, after multiple cable faults left them without power, leading to food spoilage and safety concerns. Yogesh Naidoo, director of the Reservoir Hills Ratepayers Association …

Source: The Post - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 10, 2025

Francine Baron among Commonwealth group to observe Gabon presidential election

Francine Baron (far right) is part of a Commonwealth Observer Group in Gabon. Photo: Commonwealth SecretariatFormer foreign minister of Dominica, Francine Baron, has been named as part of a Commonwealth Observer Group (COG) that will be observing the …

Source: Dominica News Online - Neutral
Published on Apr 10, 2025

CRL Commission says Omotoso's acquittal highlights worrisome gaps in justice system

JOHANNESBURG - The Cultural, Religious and Linguistic (CRL) Rights Commission says the acquittal of Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso highlights deeply concerning gaps in the criminal justice system that must be addressed. The Chapter 9 institution, …

Source: Eye Witness News - Neutral
Published on Apr 10, 2025

Commissions to launch probe after Omotoso rape acquittal

The Nigerian pastor and his two co-accused, Lusanda Solani and Zukiswa Sitho, were acquitted on all charges in the Gqeberha High Court last week. Judge Irma Schoeman said in her judgement that the State had failed to prove its case beyond reasonable …

Source: East Coast Radio - Label Pending
Published on Apr 10, 2025

MRN demands probe into DA and PA MPs' controversial visit to Israel

The Media Review Network (MRN) has called for an immediate investigation into a controversial visit by members of the Democratic Alliance (DA) and the Patriotic Alliance (PA) to Israel. This trip, characterised as a “fact-finding” mission, has raised …

Source: IOL - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 10, 2025

Watchdog bodies claim justice system failures in Omotoso rape case acquittal

The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi has confirmed that she has received a report from the National Director of public Prosecutions (NDPP), Shamila Batohi after the minister, last week, gave the NDPP a directive to give …

Source: IOL - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 10, 2025

Hundreds of Stilfontein miners face deportation as legal battle continues after Operation Vala Umgodi

More than five months after the launch of Operation Vala Umgodi in Stilfontein, North West, police say the case against miners is still ongoing. The South African Police Service (SAPS) in North West said a large portion of the miners are still in custody, …

Source: IOL - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 10, 2025

Inquiry to probe failings in Timothy Omotoso rape case on the cards

The state’s 'useless' witness protection programme was also criticised by the CRL Commission. An inquiry will be launched to investigate why the rape case against televangelist pastor Timothy Omotoso was unsuccessful in court. On Thursday, the …

Source: The Citizen (South Africa) - Center-right
Published on Apr 10, 2025

In Potential Russia Sanctions Removal, Diamonds Illustrate the Complexities

Amid intense uncertainty and speculation about the future of sanctions related to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, companies across all sectors are beginning to imagine what a future of sanctions relief may mean for them. One of those …

Source: Just Security - Left-wing
Published on Apr 10, 2025

Family welcomes new inquest into ANC leader and Africa's first Nobel laureate Albert Luthuli's death

The family of the late ANC president inkosi Albert Luthuli has welcomed the National Prosecuting Authority’s (NPA) decision to reopen the inquest into his death. The NPA announced on Wednesday that it would reopen the inquest into the death of Luthuli and …

Source: IOL - Uncategorized

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Published on April 11, 2025 - 12:27 GMT

Illinois State University and United Planet Partner for Transformative Fair Trade & Human Rights Program in Nepal

ISU and United Planet partnered for an immersive Nepal trip focused on fair trade, human rights, and cultural learning. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- United Planet, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to …

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Published on April 12, 2025 - 09:17 GMT

Kiev touts dating aspects to trap males into army

(MENAFN) Ukraine’s Defense Ministry has launched a recruitment campaign aimed at young men, suggesting that joining the military could improve their romantic prospects and financial situation. Since February, the ministry has been encouraging men aged 18 …

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Published on April 10, 2025 - 19:17 GMT

UNITAR and the Sovereign Order of Malta Host Human Rights Council Side Event and Launch New Training Programme

Special Rapporteur on violence against women and girls, Ms Reem Alsalem, expressed the complexities in the legacy of the Palermo Protocol; The protocol’s legacy is clearly a mixed one. It has provided tools and momentum, but the scale of trafficking …

Distribution channels: International Organizations
Published on April 10, 2025 - 12:07 GMT

Russia’s human rights director claims AI is pro-Western

(MENAFN) Valery Fadeyev, the head of the Russian Human Rights Council, has raised concerns that foreign AI systems are promoting Western ideological narratives, potentially serving as powerful tools for propaganda and censorship. Speaking at a roundtable …

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Published on April 12, 2025 - 02:49 GMT

The ICRC is registering unprecedented numbers of missing persons

Mr. Chair, Excellencies, The ICRC is registering unprecedented numbers of missing persons. More than 56,000 new cases have been registered in 2024 alone, resulting in a current total of nearly 255,000 cases that the ICRC is actively following up on. …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on April 11, 2025 - 17:09 GMT

Ryan Foncannon selected as Top Tax &Wealth Strategist of the Decade by IAOTP

Ryan Foncannon honored member of the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) will be honored at their annual awards gala in Las Vegas NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ryan Foncannon, award- …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 12, 2025 - 04:45 GMT

Honduran Man Extradited for Role in International Drug Smuggling Conspiracy

Extensive coordination and cooperation between U.S. and Honduran law enforcement authorities resulted in the extradition of a Honduran national for his alleged role in a conspiracy to smuggle drugs from Honduras to the United States. According to court …

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Published on April 11, 2025 - 14:32 GMT

Urgent Call to Reform Outdated Sexual Violence Laws in Latin America and the Caribbean

Outdated sexual violence laws in Latin America and the Caribbean are failing survivors. A new guide urges consent-based reforms to strengthen legal protections. BOGOTA, COLOMBIA, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Across Latin America and the …

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Published on April 11, 2025 - 20:10 GMT

Fort Bend Women’s Center to Host Bon Voyage Boogie Fundraiser Event on June 28

SUGAR LAND , TX, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fort Bend Women’s Center has announced its upcoming fundraising event, Bon Voyage Boogie, taking place on Saturday, June 28, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Sugar Creek Country Club …

Distribution channels: Conferences & Trade Fairs, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on April 11, 2025 - 19:39 GMT

Pinyerd Disability Law, LLC, Highlights SSDI Program Eligibility and Advocacy for Nationwide Applicants

Pinyerd Disability Law, a firm specializing in Social Security Disability Insurance claims, emphasized the critical criteria for qualifying for SDDI benefits. INDIANAPOLIS , IN, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dateline: …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, Insurance Industry ...
Published on April 11, 2025 - 17:45 GMT

#AndaSeatEmpowersAll: Comfort Reimagined—Supporting Resilience with Every Adjusted Angle

#AndaSeatEmpowersAll: “This Is Where We Heal Together”—A Kaiser 4 for a Family That Games Through Pain SPOKANE, WA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AndaSeat Honors a Story of Strength with a Gift of Comfort In a gesture …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on April 11, 2025 - 17:24 GMT

New England Amputee Soccer Returns to Gillette Stadium for Elite Showcase Match

Featuring US National Team stars, game to be held at New England Revolution and New England Patriots' home during Limb Loss And Limb Difference Awareness Month BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New England …

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Published on April 11, 2025 - 16:36 GMT

Legal Protections for Injured Workers in Louisiana’s Oil and Gas Industry

OPELOUSAS, LA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The oil and gas industry remains one of Louisiana’s most vital economic sectors. It also continues to be one of the most hazardous for workers. From offshore platforms and …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Human Rights ...
Published on April 11, 2025 - 16:30 GMT

Employer Obligations Under Louisiana Law for Heat-Related Workplace Injuries

OPELOUSAS, LA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With rising temperatures across Louisiana, heat stroke and dehydration have become pressing concerns on job sites statewide—particularly for outdoor and manual labor positions. …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Environment ...
Published on April 12, 2025 - 02:49 GMT

The ICRC is registering unprecedented numbers of missing persons

Mr. Chair, Excellencies, The ICRC is registering unprecedented numbers of missing persons. More than 56,000 new cases have been registered in 2024 alone, resulting in a current total of nearly 255,000 cases that the ICRC is actively following up on. …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on April 11, 2025 - 14:32 GMT

Urgent Call to Reform Outdated Sexual Violence Laws in Latin America and the Caribbean

Outdated sexual violence laws in Latin America and the Caribbean are failing survivors. A new guide urges consent-based reforms to strengthen legal protections. BOGOTA, COLOMBIA, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Across Latin America and the …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on April 11, 2025 - 14:25 GMT

Llamado urgente a actualizar la legislación en materia de violencia sexual en América Latina y el Caribe

BOGOTA, COLOMBIA, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- En América Latina y el Caribe, la violencia sexual sigue siendo una de las formas más generalizadas de desigualdad de género, con marcos legales desactualizados y discriminatorios que no …

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Published on April 11, 2025 - 14:03 GMT

New York Art Life Presents Mila Tanghe: A Transatlantic Force in Ethical Storytelling and Geopolitical Journalism

This week, New York Art Life MAgazine interviews a transatlantic force in ethical storytelling and geopolitical journalism, Mila Tanghe CHELSEA, MANHATTAN, NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This week, New York Art …

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Published on April 11, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Attorneys Pivot to Online Client-Matching Platforms for Enhanced Connections

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the digital era continues to evolve, more attorneys are investing in online client-matching platforms to handle their legal marketing efforts. In turn, this helps lawyers sustain and grow …

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Published on April 11, 2025 - 12:27 GMT

Illinois State University and United Planet Partner for Transformative Fair Trade & Human Rights Program in Nepal

ISU and United Planet partnered for an immersive Nepal trip focused on fair trade, human rights, and cultural learning. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- United Planet, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to …

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Published on April 11, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Don Norman Design Award Extends Application Deadline for DNDA25 Project Awards to April 30, 2025

DNDA Invites Early-Career Practitioners of Societal Impact Work to Apply SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Don Norman Design Award (DNDA), a non-profit organization that promotes the practice and education of …

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Published on April 11, 2025 - 10:38 GMT

STARRS Town Hall Covers Ideological Resistance to Military Reforms

STARRS quarterly Town Hall meeting on April 9, 2025 COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- STARRS held its quarterly Town Hall meeting on April 9, 2025, featuring special speakers Sam Shoemate, a retired Army …

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Published on April 11, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Sabrina Rogers Releases New E-Book 'Reinvent Yourself' helping Readers Rewire Their Mindsets

Break Free from Survival Mode and Rewire Their Mindsets LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sabrina Rogers, a dynamic entrepreneur, mental health advocate, and self-made success story, is proud to announce the …

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Published on April 11, 2025 - 09:10 GMT

غرينبيس بالتعاون مع جامعة عجمان وشبكة المناخ الجامعية تعلن أسماء الفائزين بجائزة اقتصاد الرفاه في الإمارات

عجمان, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- أعلنت غرينبيس الشرق الأوسط وشمال أفريقيا، بالتعاون مع جامعة عجمان، وشبكة المناخ الجامعية، عن أسماء الفائزين بجائزة "اقتصاد الرفاه في الإمارات"، وهي مبادرة رائدة تكرّم المساهمات …

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Published on April 11, 2025 - 09:10 GMT

Greenpeace MENA, Ajman University, and UAE Universities Climate Network Celebrate ‘Wellbeing Economy Award’ Winners

Award recognized research young visionaries that go beyond traditional economic metrics to highlight innovations contributing to sustainable development in UAE AJMAN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Greenpeace MENA, in …

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Published on April 11, 2025 - 08:29 GMT

ACLJ Files Legal Action on Behalf of Oklahoma Republican Party, Challenging Measure that Violates First Amendment Rights

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Center for Law & Justice (ACLJ), on behalf of their clients, the Oklahoma Republican Party (OKGOP) and an Oklahoma voter, and working with local counsel, …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, Law ...
Published on April 11, 2025 - 17:46 GMT

Somalia: Frontline hospitals under pressure as fighting escalates

“We have seen a significant increase of weapon-wounded patients treated in the medical facilities we support since the beginning of the year, as well as an increase of request for ad hoc support from other hospitals,” said Antoine Grand, the head of the …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on April 11, 2025 - 17:46 GMT

Empress Shōken Fund announces grants in 2025 to support Red Cross and Red Crescent projects in 17 countries

Blood donation and first aid Fiji: Digital blood donation platform Fiji struggles with maintaining stable blood supplies due to logistical gaps and low donor engagement. This initiative creates a mobile app that will help the National Society manage …

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