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Published on Apr 7, 2025

Hazara Genocide Denial: Exposing the Pro-Taliban Submission to Australia

Introduction: A Dangerous Distortion of Facts A submission to the Australian Senate’s Foreign Affairs, Defence, and Trade References Committee, authored by Sayed Amin, Zoe Safi, Naseer Shafaq, Tamkin Hakim, Raz Mohammad, and Atal Zahid Safi, is not merely …

Source: Kabul Press - Label Pending
Published on Apr 7, 2025

Trump’s crackdown on diversity, equity, inclusion reaches Greece

US President Donald Trump’s pressure on the private sector to abandon diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs has now reached Greece, Kathimerini has learned. In mid-March, Greek businesses with contracts with the US Embassy – as service providers, …

Source: Kathimerini - Neutral
Published on Apr 7, 2025

World Health Day: Focusing on women’s physical and mental health

TODAY’S World Health Day highlights a critical issue for global health: the particular vulnerabilities faced by women and girls. Close to 300,000 women continue to die during pregnancy or childbirth each year. More than two million babies die in their …

Source: Guyana Chronicle - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 6, 2025

For Afghan Refugees In Pakistan, A ‘Cruel’ Countdown Has Begun

Pakistan’s plan to deport millions of Afghan migrants has drawn sharp criticism as the country begins implementing its controversial policy. Rights groups warn that many returnees face severe risks in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, including persecution, …

Source: Radio Free Europe - Radio Liberty - Neutral
Published on Apr 7, 2025

Dominican Republic cracks down on Haitian migration, tightens border security

World News The Dominican Republic is tightening border security and migration controls toward Haiti, citing concerns over irregular migration, smuggling, and gang violence. New Delhi: On Sunday, Dominican President Luis Abinader announced a series of new …

Source: News9 Live - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 7, 2025

Thousands of Afghans being deported from Punjab, Sindh

• More than 1,600 already repatriated, over 5,000 held for processing before heading to border • Officials maintain they are following international laws on illegal aliens • Afghans complain of ‘rushed’ expulsions LAHORE / KARACHI / RAWALPINDI: As …

Source: Dawn - Center-left
Published on Apr 6, 2025

Quake survivors in Myanmar face further hardships as heavy rain hits

Living conditions of survivors from last month's massive earthquake in Myanmar are becoming even harsher as heavy rain has pounded quake-hit areas. The magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck central Myanmar on March 28. The country's ruling military says …

Source: NHK - Public Broadcaster
Published on Apr 6, 2025

Social Affairs Minister reviews Post-Eid operations in Capital branch

[Sun, 06 Apr 2025 23:20:37 +0300] Sana'a - Saba: Minister of Social Affairs and Labor Samir Baja'alah on Sunday visited Sana'a branch of the Social Affairs and Labor Office to assess workflow following the Eid al-Fitr holiday. During his visit, …

Source: Yemen News Agency SABA - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Apr 6, 2025

Burundi closes site hosting 45,000 DR Congo refugees

Burundi has shut down a transit site sheltering tens of thousands of refugees who have fled violence in neighbouring eastern DR Congo, witnesses and a local official told AFP on Saturday. According to the United Nations Rugombo Stadium has been hosting …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 6, 2025

6 people killed, 4 injured in Afghanistan last week

KABUL (Pajhwok): The Russian Attorney General’s Office last week requested the country’s Supreme Court to remove the name “Taliban” from its blacklist. Also last week, Tashkent emphasized neighboring countries should cooperate for the development of …

Source: Pajhwok Afghan News - Neutral
Published on Apr 6, 2025

Consequences of Afghan refugees’ repatriation

THE repatriation of Afghan refugees from Pakistan, which commenced on April 1st, is likely to strain relations between Islamabad and the Taliban-led government in Kabul. Pakistan’s decision to deport undocumented Afghan refugees and those holding Afghan …

Source: Pakistan Observer - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 6, 2025

The Mullah's Demonization Campaign Laid Bare

The Iranian regime’s fundamentalist Shia mullahs hate many things. They hate Israel, they hate America. They hate Saudi Arabia. But most of all, they hate the Mujahedin-e Khalq (MEK), their main democratic opposition movement, whom they describe as ‘ …

Source: Townhall - Right-wing
Published on Apr 6, 2025

The Rohingya crisis is pushing biodiversity to the brink in Bangladesh

An unprecedented influx of Rohingya refugees to Cox’s Bazar district in southern Bangladesh is inceasingly putting the ecologically fragile region on the brink of an environmental disaster. With over 1.3 million Rohingya refugees and 1.7 million total …

Source: Global Voices - Center-left
Published on Apr 6, 2025

UN experts ask govt to extend Afghan expulsion deadline

ISLAMABAD: The United Nations human rights experts have urged Pakistan not to expel or deport Afghans while citing reports that the deadline for their voluntary departure of Afghans may be extended until April 10. The government has not extended the …

Source: Dawn - Center-left
Published on Apr 6, 2025

UN Experts Call On Pakistan To Stop Displacing Afghans

GENEVA (4 April 2025) – UN experts* today urged Pakistan not to proceed with plans to forcibly remove Afghans from the cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, nor to deport them to Afghanistan. The deadline for their voluntary departure was set for 31 March, …

Source: Scoop - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 6, 2025

Time Space Existence 2025: A Collective Call To Repair, Regenerate, And Reuse

The next chapter of the biennial architecture exhibition Time Space Existence is set to take place from 10 May to 23 November 2025, with press previews and opening events on 8 and 9 May. Organised by the European Cultural Centre (ECC) across its iconic …

Source: Scoop - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 5, 2025

33rd anniversary: Sarajevo remembers the longest siege in modern warfare

On this day in 1992, the siege of Sarajevo—the longest siege of a capital city in modern warfare—began. It lasted for 44 months, finally ending on February 29, 1996. During this period, approximately 12,000 people lost their lives, including over 1,500 …

Source: N1 Info - Bosnia & Herzegovina - Neutral
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

Stop expelling Afghans, UN experts ask Pakistan

KABUL (Pajhwok): UN experts, including Richard Bennett, have urged Pakistan not to proceed with plans to forcibly expel Afghans from Islamabad and Rawalpindi and avoid deporting them to Afghanistan. In a joint statement issued on Friday, they expressed …

Source: Pajhwok Afghan News - Neutral

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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 8, 2025 - 09:13 GMT

Myanmar earthquake: Risk of waterborne disease outbreak amidst devastation compounded by weekend heavy rains

Heavy rains that struck Mandalay and Sagaing – the epicenter of the recent earthquake in Myanmar – at the weekend have further complicated the humanitarian situation. The existing lack of sanitation and clean water is now increasing the risk of waterborne …

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Published on April 8, 2025 - 07:47 GMT

The Arctic Ocean as Kin: Rethinking Law through Relational Care

Back to Publications Vessel navigating in sea ice. Photo: Samuel Martínez Llobet The Arctic Institute Planetary Series 2025 The Arctic is one of Earth’s most rapidly changing regions, with profound implications for its human and more-than-human inhabitants …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on April 8, 2025 - 02:01 GMT

Pressuring Egypt over Gaza will not work and is not in the US interest

There is a phrase in Arabic that loosely translates as “death and destruction,” but is significantly more subtle and expressive than the terse wording in English. It implies that loss of life is only a beginning and that the tragedy will be compounded by …

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Published on April 7, 2025 - 22:10 GMT

Connecticut Avenue Streetscape and Deck Over Project Public Meeting to Be Held April 23

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts Connecticut Avenue Streetscape and Deck Over Project Public Meeting to Be Held April 2 (Washington, DC) — The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) invites you to a public meeting to discuss the start of …

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Published on April 7, 2025 - 21:38 GMT

We respond to the government's proposed Illegal Migration Bill

This week, the government introduced their ‘Illegal Migration’ Bill, which they have said aims to deal with people arriving in the UK outside of the legal migration process, mainly by small boat crossings on the English Channel. The bill sets out to …

Distribution channels: Law
Published on April 7, 2025 - 19:45 GMT

Almas Jiwani Foundation Joins the High Commission of the Republic of Rwanda in Observing the 31st Commemoration of the ...

TORONTO, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Almas Jiwani Foundation (AJF) is honored to join the High Commission of the Republic of Rwanda to Canada in the 31st Commemoration of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi in Rwanda, which will take place on …

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Published on April 7, 2025 - 13:18 GMT

Trump prepares to ease weapons shipments regulations

(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump is preparing to sign an executive order that will simplify the regulations governing military equipment exports, according to sources familiar with the matter. The order is expected to align with legislation proposed by …

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Published on April 8, 2025 - 05:16 GMT

Brianna Shrader’s Motherhood Gala to Support Girls Inc Empowerment

COSTA MESA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Renowned photographer Brianna Shrader is expanding the impact of her highly anticipated Stories of Motherhood Gala by partnering with Girls Inc., a leading nonprofit dedicated to …

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Published on April 8, 2025 - 05:01 GMT

True Charity Reclaimed: Joplin’S Fight Against Handouts Hits Prime April 22

True Charity Reclaimed—Joplin’s cry for effective charity—amplifies homeless voices, challenges poverty norms, and aims at policy reform and unfiltered reach. JOPLIN, MO, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- True Charity Reclaimed, …

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Published on April 8, 2025 - 01:28 GMT

Antoinnette Louise Joy Empowers Women to Overcome Co-Dependency in New Book

Inspired by her journey, Joy’s latest book helps women overcome co-dependency and find healing, strength, and purpose. LYNCHBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed author, nurse, and inspirational storyteller …

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Published on April 7, 2025 - 21:38 GMT

The 15 White Coats® Launches National HBCU Tethered Tour

Black Physician-Led Group Sets Encourages Underrepresented Students to Apply and Attend Medical School with the HBCU Tethered Tour NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Louisiana-based 15 White Coats®, a Black …

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Published on April 8, 2025 - 09:13 GMT

Myanmar earthquake: Risk of waterborne disease outbreak amidst devastation compounded by weekend heavy rains

Heavy rains that struck Mandalay and Sagaing – the epicenter of the recent earthquake in Myanmar – at the weekend have further complicated the humanitarian situation. The existing lack of sanitation and clean water is now increasing the risk of waterborne …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on April 7, 2025 - 20:42 GMT

Hunter Syndrome Families Gather for 'Building a Future Together' Conference & 'Cure Within Reach' Gala in Chapel Hill

Determined organizations unite with a singular purpose. CHAPEL HILL, NC, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Families affected by MPS will come together on May 3rd, 2024, for the Building a Future Together conference, an …

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Published on April 7, 2025 - 18:38 GMT

Grace Y. Toh Appointed Executive Director of Friends of the National Asian Pacific American Museum

Friends of the National Asian Pacific American Museum (“FRIENDS”) announces that Grace Y. Toh has been appointed as its new Executive Director. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Friends of the National Asian …

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Published on April 7, 2025 - 17:44 GMT

Horses for Mental Health Unites 95 Charity Partners and 19 Premier Partners for the 2025 Seen Through Horses Campaign

Seen Through Horses 2025 runs May 1-31, uniting 95 Charity Partners to fund & expand equine-assisted mental health programs. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Horses for Mental Health (HMH) is excited to …

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Published on April 7, 2025 - 17:22 GMT

Chasin A Dream Foundation Welcomes Terra Brown to Board of Directors

Terra Brown of J.P. Morgan Private Bank joins the Jupiter based foundation's board, bringing a wealth of experience to Chasin A Dream. JUPITER, FL, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chasin A Dream Foundation (“CADF”) is …

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Published on April 7, 2025 - 17:12 GMT

NON PROFIT BABY QUEST FOUNDATION KICKS OFF NATIONAL INFERTILITY AWARENESS WEEK WITH RECORD-BREAKING GRANT AWARDS

Baby Quest kicks off National Infertility Week with record grants, giving hope to 25 families—including wildfire first responders. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Baby Quest Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to …

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Published on April 7, 2025 - 13:51 GMT

Families Forward Welcomes Kiana Hines as Bidwell Pantry Manager

Missy Reams is promoted to the role of Volunteer & Community Outreach Director DES MOINES, IA, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Families Forward is pleased to announce the appointment of Kiana Hines to the position of …

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Published on April 7, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Renowned Physicist Dr. Young Suh Kim Honored By Close Up Radio in the Field of Science

Close Up Radio honors one of our most respected guests, Dr. Young Suh Kim BELTSVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Science has brought us many new discoveries. Just as important as these discoveries are the scientists …

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Published on April 7, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

The Mended Soul Project Hosts ‘Sneakers, Jeans and Justice’ Celebration and Fundraiser to Support Survivors

Annual event blends celebration and advocacy, bringing together survivors, experts, and community leaders to champion trauma recovery and social justice SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Mended Soul Project …

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Published on April 7, 2025 - 05:37 GMT

The $600 Billion Question: Election Town Hall Tackles Australia's AI Future

As major parties stay silent on AI, this week’s town hall brings critical trust and safety questions into election focus. CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Wednesday, 9 April, prominent AI experts and concerned citizens …

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Published on April 7, 2025 - 05:08 GMT

AMMWEC & Muslim Women Speakers Join Muslims Israel Dialogue for a Historic Gathering Promoting Peace & Healing

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Former Hostages, Muslim Leaders, and Interfaith Allies to Unite in New York City for Historic Gathering Promoting Peace and Healing On April 9, 2025, nine former Israeli …

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Published on April 7, 2025 - 05:02 GMT

Together Estranged Launches 2025 Community Needs Survey to Advance Support

Together Estranged Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to supporting estranged adult children, is pleased to announce the launch of its 2025 Community Needs Survey. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Together Estranged Inc., …

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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 …

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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 …

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