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Published on Apr 8, 2025

Palestinian-led BDS movement adds Microsoft’s Xbox as priority boycott target

BDS, a pro-Palestinian human rights movement focused on pressuring Israel to comply with international law by promoting boycotts, divestment, and sanctions against the country and its economic partners, added Microsoft and Xbox to its list of targets on …

Source: Polygon - Label Pending
Published on Apr 8, 2025

‘Yes, universities should take a stand against genocide’

SOUTH AFRICA Universities in South Africa should not be neutral in responding to geopolitical conflicts as the country’s history, especially in knowledge production, is replete with ideologies of racism, colonialism and apartheid. Instead, universities …

Source: University World News - Center-left
Published on Apr 8, 2025

Honouring Solomon Mahlangu: A martyr's legacy in South Africa

“Tell my people that I love them and that they must continue the struggle. My blood will nourish the tree that will bear the fruits. Aluta continua.” – Solomon Mahlangu ON April 6, 1979, Solomon Kalushi Mahlangu, a revered martyr in South Africa’s quest …

Source: Sunday Independent - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 8, 2025

Microsoft fires two engineers over protests against AI contracts with Israeli military

Microsoft has dismissed two software engineers who staged high-profile protests against the company’s contracts with the Israeli military, citing “wilful misconduct” and disruption of business operations. The firings, which occurred in the aftermath of …

Source: Global Village Space - Neutral
Published on Apr 8, 2025

“Not in Our Name”: Protesters Decry U.S.-Backed Assault on Gaza

Protests against Israel’s U.S.-backed war on Gaza are continuing. Here in New York, Palestinian rights demonstrators descended on Grand Central Station Monday. Elsewhere, protesters gathered in front of the U.N. headquarters to demand the protection of …

Source: Democracy Now! - Left-wing
Published on Apr 8, 2025

Microsoft fires two staffers after anniversary protests; calls acts 'hostile' in internal memo

Microsoft has terminated two employees following high-profile protests during its 50th anniversary celebrations, citing their actions as “hostile, unprovoked, and highly inappropriate” in an internal memo sent to staff. The internal communication, reviewed …

Source: The Economic Times - Label Pending
Published on Apr 8, 2025

Microsoft terminates jobs of engineers who protested use of AI products by Israel’s military

Microsoft terminated the employment of two software engineers who protested at company events on Friday over the Israeli military’s use of the company’s artificial intelligence products, according to documents viewed by CNBC. Ibtihal Aboussad, a software …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on Apr 8, 2025

Justice Raymond Zondo: From State Capture to the ConCourt

In the latest episode of popular law podcast 'Legal Luminaries', retired Chief Justice Raymond Zondo shares insights from his impactful career in South Africa's post-apartheid judiciary. He highlights the Constitutional Court's ruling in …

Source: East Coast Radio - Label Pending
Published on Apr 8, 2025

Indian-American engineer Vaniya Agrawal shares resignation email she sent to CEO Satya Nadella and staff after ...

Indian-American software engineer Vaniya Agrawal has publicly shared the resignation email she sent to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and thousands of colleagues following her protest at the company's 50th anniversary celebration on April 4. Agrawal …

Source: The Times of India - Center-right
Published on Apr 8, 2025

Microsoft fires employees for protesting military contracts

Microsoft has fired two software engineers for protesting the company’s contracts with the Israeli military. The dismissals happened during Microsoft’s 50th anniversary events. The company said the employees engaged in “willful misconduct” and disrupted …

Source: Daily Times - Center-left
Published on Apr 8, 2025

Civil society groups condemn visit of Israeli deputy minister to Malawi

Some local civil society organisations have condemned the visit of Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister Sharrena Haskel to Malawi, citing Israel’s ongoing military offensive in Gaza and broader human rights violations against Palestinians. The Malawi Palestine …

Source: Capital Radio Malawi - Label Pending
Published on Apr 8, 2025

‘Witnessing genocide…’ Sacked Microsoft employee’s letter to Nadella | Read here

Silicon Valley tech giant Microsoft on April 7 fired two employees — including Indian American Vaniya Agrawal, who disrupted a Q&A session with CEO Satya Nadella and former CEOs Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer, to protest against the company's work …

Source: Mint - Neutral
Published on Apr 8, 2025

Microsoft sends memo to staff who 'disrupted' 50th anniversary event

Microsoft has terminated two employees following their disruptive protests during the company’s 50th anniversary celebration. The employees, identified as Ibtihal Aboussad and Vaniya Agrawal, interrupted key moments of the event to voice their opposition …

Source: The Times of India - Center-right
Published on Apr 8, 2025

Remembering the fallen liberation stalwart

In three months’ time, the Freedom Charter will turn 70. The nation is also marking the 65th anniversary of the Sharpeville Massacre that dimmed hope. Cosatu’s birth in 1985, amid a brutal State of Emergency, rekindled hope. For John Maroo, 1975 marked the …

Source: MMEGI - Neutral
Published on Apr 8, 2025

HOW TO NORMALISE ETHNIC CLEANSING — WITH THE HELP OF FALSE BINARIES, AFRIFORUM AND ANTI-SEMITES

By Daily Maverick | 2025-04-08 Back in mid-February, Israel-Palestine expert Norman Finkelstein told Daily Maverick that South Africa could expect to suffer an intensifying ‘dirty tricks campaign’ as evidence of Israeli war crimes in Gaza mounted. In the …

Source: Eswatini Observer - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Apr 8, 2025

‘Throwing a stone is not terrorism’: Rights group slams killing of Palestinian-American teen

Dhaka, Apr 8 (UNB) – The Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor has strongly condemned the killing of a 14-year-old Palestinian-American boy by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank. The Geneva-based rights organisation dismissed Israel’s claim that the teenager …

Source: United News of Bangladesh - Label Pending
Published on Apr 8, 2025

Microsoft fires employees for protesting in support of Palestine

Listen to article Microsoft has fired two software engineers who publicly protested the company’s contracts with the Israeli military during its 50th anniversary celebrations, citing “wilful misconduct” and disruption of business activities. The firings …

Source: The Express Tribune - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 8, 2025

How much is Amy Carter's net worth? Her wealth and career explained

The Carters were once one of the world's most powerful families, but they led humble lives. Amy Carter's net worth of over $5 million was built in silence after she spent her youth protesting against political issues like South Africa's …

Source: Briefly - Neutral
Published on Apr 8, 2025

Microsoft fires Indian-American employee who confronted Gates, Nadella at 50th anniversary meet; who is Vaniya Agrawal?

Microsoft has fired two employees, including Indian American Vaniya Agrawal, for disrupting an event celebrating the company’s 50th anniversary. On Friday, Ibtihal Aboussad, who has called on Microsoft to stop working with the Israeli government, …

Source: Mint - Neutral

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 07:58 GMT

HUMAN RIGHTS IN FOCUS: COMMUNITY LEADERS URGE VIGILANCE AND ETHICAL OVERSIGHT

Recent Reviews and Investigations Highlight the Need for Responsible Representation in Advocacy Groups KUALA LUMPUR, SELANGOR, MALAYSIA, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global Muslim community has consistently shown compassion and …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 06:37 GMT

Greater support for civil society needed to safeguard and promote the rights of Roma and Sinti communities, OSCE human ...

WARSAW, 8 April 2025 – Support and understanding of the importance of civil society to protect and promote the rights of Roma and Sinti are crucial as the OSCE area continues to witness shrinking space and a significant reduction in funding opportunities …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 16:56 GMT

Dinant Inaugurates $150 Million High-Tech Snacks Plant in Honduras

Company Launches Landmark Facility Boosting Jobs, Exports, U.S. Trade Ties TEGUCIGALPA, HONDURAS, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dinant, one of Central America’s leading consumer goods manufacturers, inaugurated its new cutting-edge snacks …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 23:02 GMT

Final Environmental and Social Safeguard Documents for Consultation - Strengthening Community Resilience (SCORE) April ...

SCORE aims to build community resilience through strengthening community institutions, building social cohesion and collective action capacity, and financing investments in small-scale infrastructure and basic livelihoods activities that protect human …

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Published on April 8, 2025 - 08:38 GMT

Human rights director claims ChatGPT is Russophobic

(MENAFN) Valery Fadeyev, head of the Russian Human Rights Council, has accused ChatGPT of being Russophobic. Speaking at the XV Saint Petersburg International Educational Forum, Fadeyev explained that he and his colleagues tested the popular AI chatbot …

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Published on April 10, 2025 - 01:44 GMT

OSCE helps keep soft targets safe from terrorism through interagency co-operation in Turkmenistan

From schools and places of worship to shopping malls, any public place can become a target for terrorists and violent extremists. To enhance the protection of these soft targets, practitioners from over twenty Turkmen government agencies came together for …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 10:23 GMT

Haiti: Renewed clashes fuel a humanitarian crisis that has no end in sight

In their ongoing response to this crisis, the International Committee of the Red Cross and the Haitian National Red Cross Society are helping those most affected. According to OCHA, six million people need urgent humanitarian assistance in 2025, and this …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 10:23 GMT

Senior police officials from 63 countries meet in Colombia to strengthen the implementation of international standards ...

The workshop, which will also involve 20 ICRC delegates from around the world, aims to foster the exchange of knowledge and experiences among senior police officials on the implementation of international standards and norms governing their operations. The …

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Published on April 10, 2025 - 04:32 GMT

AMMWEC Calls for a Coalition of Interfaith Organizations to Confront Extremism and Antisemitism

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful demonstration of unity and compassion, interfaith leaders gathered in New York City to stand in solidarity with Israeli hostage families and the Jewish community …

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Published on April 10, 2025 - 04:20 GMT

EBC Financial Group Berbagi Kebahagiaan Ramadan di Panti Wreda Berdikari

Dari perbaikan fasilitas hingga momen buka puasa bersama, inisiatif ini jadi wujud nyata misi EBC untuk memberi dampak positif bagi masyarakat sekitar. INDONESIA, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sebagai bagian dari upaya berkelanjutan untuk …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 10, 2025 - 04:16 GMT

EBC Financial Group Strengthens Community Bonds with Ramadan Initiative at Berdikari Elderly Cottage

From facility upgrades to shared iftar moments, the initiative highlights EBC’s mission to create lasting, people-first impact within local communities. INDONESIA, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As part of its ongoing efforts to foster …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 10, 2025 - 04:13 GMT

EBC Financial Group Strengthens Community Bonds with Ramadan Initiative at Berdikari Elderly Cottage

From facility upgrades to shared iftar moments, the initiative highlights EBC’s mission to create lasting, people-first impact within local communities. INDONESIA, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As part of its ongoing efforts to foster …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 10, 2025 - 04:11 GMT

EBC Financial Group Strengthens Community Bonds with Ramadan Initiative at Berdikari Elderly Cottage

From facility upgrades to shared iftar moments, the initiative highlights EBC’s mission to create lasting, people-first impact within local communities. INDONESIA, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As part of its ongoing efforts to foster …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 10, 2025 - 00:40 GMT

Assemblywoman Rosy Bagolie Delivers Powerful Speech Defending Democracy, Education, and Justice

Before thousands braving wind and rain at Saturday’s HandsOff! Rally, Bagolie condemns tyranny and warns: “A united country can never be torn apart.” MONTCLAIR, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Braving cold, wind, and …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 21:30 GMT

Michael Lemon, Esq. Joins Divorce With Dignity Network, Launches Divorce With Dignity – Middle Georgia Mediation Service

Helping Middle Georgia couples navigate divorce with less stress, lower cost, and more control through expert, compassionate mediation services. MACON, GA, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Divorce With Dignity, a national …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 20:43 GMT

Holocaust Education Foundation Honors Aija Mayrock with 2025 Voice of Kindness Award

MSHEF celebrates Mayrock’s creative advocacy for Holocaust education and anti-hate initiatives. LIVINGSTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Mark Schonwetter Holocaust Education Foundation (MSHEF) proudly announces Aija …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 20:42 GMT

Distinguished New Yorkers To be Inducted On May 6th into the MJHI Manhattan Jewish Hall of Fame Class of 2025

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Manhattan Jewish Historical Initiative Distinguished New …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 20:31 GMT

The Universal Inclusion Podcast Launches to Amplify Diverse Voices in the Space Industry

DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Universal Inclusion Podcast is set to launch on April 9, 2025, with a mission to spark vital conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the space industry. …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on April 9, 2025 - 19:45 GMT

Latino Commission on AIDS to Present Business Leadership Award to Michael Dowling, CEO of Northwell Health

Award Will be Presented at Annual Cielo Gala, June 6, 2025 in NYC NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Latino Commission on AIDS is proud to announce that Michael Dowling, President and CEO of Northwell Health, will be …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 18:54 GMT

Budget Resolution Would Permanently Worsen Poverty for California Children and Families

PASADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- News reports indicate that the House intends to vote on the budget resolution today, a budget resolution which includes instructions to make trillions in cuts to healthcare, …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 16:15 GMT

IAOVC Backs Massapequa High School & Native American Allies in Fight to Preserve “Chiefs” Name Amid Statewide Ban

NORTHVALE, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Italian American One Voice Coalition (“IAOVC”), the nation’s largest independent Italian American anti-bias organization, proudly announces its full support of Massapequa High …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

The Law Firm of Mary Ann Romero & Associates Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

ALBUQUERQUE, NM, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to Forbes, becoming a U.S. citizen can take anywhere from four to six years. Mary Ann Romero, Esq. is a driven advocate for immigrants’ rights. Living and working at the U.S.- …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 23:02 GMT

Final Environmental and Social Safeguard Documents for Consultation - Strengthening Community Resilience (SCORE) April ...

SCORE aims to build community resilience through strengthening community institutions, building social cohesion and collective action capacity, and financing investments in small-scale infrastructure and basic livelihoods activities that protect human …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 08:18 GMT

Reforesting India: An Ambitious 60 Million Trees Initiative for a Greener Future

Initiative for a Greener Future BARRIO DENT, SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a nation facing severe land degradation and increasing climate pressures, a new wave of reforestation efforts is taking shape. According to …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 07:58 GMT

HUMAN RIGHTS IN FOCUS: COMMUNITY LEADERS URGE VIGILANCE AND ETHICAL OVERSIGHT

Recent Reviews and Investigations Highlight the Need for Responsible Representation in Advocacy Groups KUALA LUMPUR, SELANGOR, MALAYSIA, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global Muslim community has consistently shown compassion and …

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Published on April 8, 2025 - 23:30 GMT

VetComm Launches Emotional Docuseries on Veteran Fighting for Decades for VA Disability Compensation

VetComm has released a multi-part docuseries, highlighting a former National Guardsman who's been fighting for VA disability compensation for decades. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VetComm, an organization …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 10:23 GMT

Highlights of the ICRC’s activities in Venezuela and the Caribbean in 2024

In 2024, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) continued to carry out neutral, impartial and independent humanitarian work to meet the needs of the most vulnerable people in Venezuela. In collaboration with the Venezuelan Red Cross, the …

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Published on April 9, 2025 - 10:23 GMT

Senior police officials from 63 countries meet in Colombia to strengthen the implementation of international standards ...

The workshop, which will also involve 20 ICRC delegates from around the world, aims to foster the exchange of knowledge and experiences among senior police officials on the implementation of international standards and norms governing their operations. The …

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