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  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    Ministry defends execution amid criticism

    The Ministry of Justice yesterday defended its execution of a death row inmate that evening, while human rights groups condemned the move as politically motivated. The death penalty by firing squad was carried out according to the law to "ensure …

    Source: Taipei Times - Neutral
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    An Open Letter to the Incoming Administration, Democratic Establishment, and Our Divided Nation

    I want to share some insights from my experience running our family soapmaking company as an activist engine for progressive social change for almost three decades, on some of the pressing issues our country is grappling with. We have deep experience …

    Source: Dr. Bronner's - Left-wing
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    FO° Talks: Was the Great Jimmy Carter Really a Peacemaker?

    The recent passing of former US President Jimmy Carter on December 29, 2024, has prompted widespread praise for his post-presidency humanitarian work. His efforts have rightfully earned him recognition as a peacemaker and global advocate for human rights. …

    Source: Fair Observer - Left-wing
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    Election year in Canada

    This week on rabble radio, we’re sharing a clip from our first Off the Hill political panel of 2025. In this panel, our guests – including NDP MP Niki Ashton, senior researcher at the CCPA National Office Stuart Trew, economist Jim Stanford, activist and …

    Source: Rabble.ca - Left-wing
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    Canada refuses child welfare negotiations

    One of Canada’s leading child welfare experts says that Canada has committed “a huge breach of good faith negotiations” after the government announced that it would not be participating in national negotiations on a $47.8 billion settlement deal regarding …

    Source: Eastern Door - Label Pending
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    Elevating The Efcc To World-class Standards: An Urgent Appeal To The Speake

    The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) stands as a critical pillar in Nigeria's ongoing battle against corruption. Its determined efforts have resulted in the recovery of billions of naira in stolen public funds, the seizure of illicitly …

    Source: The Nigerian Voice - Uncategorized
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    The Maldives: Paradise Lost?

    The icon indicates free access to the linked research on JSTOR. No journalistic cliché has been left unwritten when it comes to travel stories on the Maldives. “Barefoot luxury,” “stunning views,” and “vanilla soft sands” are all present and correct in the …

    Source: JSTOR Daily - Neutral
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    Role of Civil Society in Confronting the Encroachment of Capitalism

    There are two contrasting perspectives on what has come to be known as civil society, a divergence that goes beyond merely defining the term. This, perhaps, is characteristic of many terms—whether political, intellectual, or philosophical. However, the …

    Source: Al-Mujtama'a - Uncategorized
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    In memory of Patrice Lumumba, assassinated on 17 January 1961

    After a resounding victory in the first real elections in which the Congolese participated, Patrice Lumumba became Prime Minister of Congo from 24 June 1960 until his overthrow and imprisonment on 14 September of the same year by Colonel Joseph-Désiré …

    Source: CADTM - Left-wing
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    Mahama Ayariga: A Comprehensive Professional Profile and Car...

    Mahama Ayariga's recent appointment as the Majority Leader in Ghana's 9th Parliament has been met with widespread acclaim. Joyce Bawah Mogtari, Special Aide to President John Dramani Mahama, described Ayariga as a "fantastic choice" for …

    Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    How a Police Crackdown on Climate Protests Made Me Join the Frontline for the First Time

    Byline Times is an independent, reader-funded investigative newspaper, outside of the system of the established press, reporting on ‘what the papers don’t say’ – without fear or favour. To support its work, subscribe to the monthly Byline Times print …

    Source: Byline Times - Label Pending
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    GloMeF Secures Funds to Combat Child Labour in Ghana’s Cocoa Sector

    Global Media Foundation (GLOMEF, a leading non-profit organization in Ghana with extensive experience in promoting social change, human rights, and community development is set to launch a new project to tackle child labour in Ghana’s cocoa sector. The …

    Source: News Ghana - Uncategorized
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    Ayariga tipped to be next Majority Leader in Parliament

    The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga, has been tipped to be the next Majority Leader of the NDC Caucus in the Ninth Parliament, the Daily Graphic can confirm. He will succeed the outgoing Majority …

    Source: Graphic - Label Pending
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    Peacekeeping teams head to D.C. for People's March

    In Minnesota and Washington, D.C., marches will take place this weekend as President-elect Donald Trump nears the start of his second term. An organization specializing in building peace around the globe will have a presence. Nonviolent Peaceforce, which …

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

    DPP government condemned for executing death row inmate

    Taipei, Jan. 17 (CNA) Human rights groups have condemned the execution of a death row prisoner in Taiwan, calling it an attempt by the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) government to reverse political headwinds. "We strongly condemn the attempt of …

    Source: Focus Taiwan - Neutral
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    A Nobel Prize in History

    If there were a Nobel Prize in history, I suspect that a novelist, philosopher, anthropologist, economist, political scientist, sociologist or “popular” historian might be more likely to win than an academic historian. After all, the study of the past isn’ …

    Source: Inside Higher Ed - Neutral
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    Violations of children's rights a 'blot on Australia's reputation'

    Children's human rights are going backwards in Australia, according to an international human rights group. And First Nations kids are particularly at risk. On Friday, advocacy group Human Rights Watch released its , which reviews human rights …

    Source: SBS - Public Broadcaster
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    Russia’s Diplomatic Clarity: A challenge to western hegemony

    By Gillian Schutte Western pundits and politicians continuously flood the global media landscape with noble-sounding claims about promoting democracy and defending human rights. However, their actions—from military invasions to political meddling—reveal a …

    Source: IOL - Uncategorized
  • Published on Jan 17, 2025

    Martin Luther King Jr. Day events across San Diego County

    To honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s values and beliefs, MLK Day is the only holiday designated as a national day of service. SAN DIEGO COUNTY, Calif. — Martin Luther King Jr. Day is celebrated on the third Monday of January each year to celebrate the …

    Source: CBS 8 San Diego - California - Neutral

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