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Published on 00:53 GMT

2025 saw the most significant political shift toward Palestinian rights in U.S. history

2025 started with a Gaza ceasefire that was never meant to be sustained and is ending with one that was never actually instituted. The year also saw a steady intensification of the occupation on the West Bank, and an unprecedentedly broad wave of Israeli …

Source: Mondoweiss - Left-wing
Published on 13:08 GMT

Rideshare union rights, social media limits and other state laws taking effect Jan. 1

Here at NPR, we like to ring in the new year by looking at new state laws taking effect on Jan. 1. This year, states are enacting a slew of laws focused on wages, social media rules, restrictions on gender-affirming care, AI regulation and much more. Here …

Source: KRWG - New Mexico - Public Broadcaster
Published on 13:00 GMT

January 2026 Community Events Calendar

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Source: Change Links - California - Left-wing
Published on 14:51 GMT

How Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani’s politics shaped New York City’s new mayor

When he sat down for an interview in November with the Chronicle of Higher Education, Mahmood Mamdani offered one parameter: “Let’s not talk about the mayor thing.” It was just two days after the Columbia University professor had taken the stage alongside …

Source: Jewish Telegraphic Agency - New York - Neutral
Published on 06:54 GMT

Thursday briefing: Thirty years of the Women’s prize for fiction – have male novelists been edged out?

Good morning, and happy new year! While there are many exciting celebrations in 2026, for me, none is more special than the 30th anniversary of the Women’s prize for fiction. Formerly the Orange, and then Baileys prize, this annual award for the best novel …

Source: Yahoo News - United Kingdom - Center-left
Published on Dec 31, 2025

How choirboy who led Prince Charles' procession became global conman

ShareSave Kenner Elias Jones was "popular, colourful, generous" and a serial fraudster Kenner Elias Jones was a performer from a young age. As a choirboy with "the voice of an angel", aged 19 he carried a cross leading a procession at …

Source: BBC - Public Broadcaster
Published on Dec 31, 2025

SPECIAL: How Abuja’s unregulated quarries’ operations stunt academic progress of Bwari students

Seated in twos on combined 48-inch desks and chairs, fixing their eyes on their examination questions, the students of Graceland Schools in Dutse Bmuko, Bwari Area Council, Abuja, were soon thrown into panic after a blast from the nearby Istanbul Quarry …

Source: Peoples Gazette - Pending
Published on Dec 26, 2025

On This Day: Shenandoah National Park established in Virginia

Dec. 26 (UPI) -- On this date in history: In 1776, American forces under Gen. George Washington, having crossed the Delaware River on Christmas night, defeated Hessian mercenary troops fighting for the British at the Battle of Trenton, N.J. In 1908, Jack …

Source: United Press International (UPI) - Neutral
Published on 00:58 GMT

News: Top prize-winning architects and design leaders of 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re looking back at some of the year’s most significant honors in architecture and design. From practitioners advancing community-centered work and humanitarian design to those pushing for technological and aesthetic innovation …

Source: Bustler - Pending
Published on Dec 31, 2025

Top prize-winning architects and design leaders of 2025

anchor As 2025 comes to a close, we’re looking back at some of the year’s most significant honors in architecture and design. From practitioners advancing community-centered work and humanitarian design to those pushing for technological and aesthetic …

Source: Archinect - California - Neutral
Published on Dec 31, 2025

Report: Merrillville on list for potential ICE facility

A plan by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to deport immigrants “like Prime, but with human beings” may include a Merrillville location — to the town’s complete surprise. Town officials have been seeking clarification from federal sources since …

Source: Chicago Tribune - Illinois - Center-right
Published on Dec 30, 2025

Why We Are Suing

Kathryn Hoffman, CEO, Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy. Photo by Sarah Whiting https://www.womenspress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/WhyWeAreSuing.mp3 Running a nonprofit law firm, I get a lot of phone calls from …

Source: Minnesota Women's Press - Pending
Published on Dec 31, 2025

The most impactful deaths of 2025

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …

Source: The Independent - Center-left
Published on Dec 31, 2025

2026 Law Students of the Year

Across the country, law students are finding new ways to serve, lead and challenge what legal education can be. They’re advocates, builders and changemakers — using their time in law school not just to prepare for practice, but to make a difference now. …

Source: The National Jurist - Pending
Published on Dec 31, 2025

6 On The Square In Oxford Announces Upcoming Season Of Events Including New Artists And Folk Stars

OXFORD - 6 On The Square, a nonprofit acoustic listening room in the Village of Oxford, announced its winter and spring season, featuring favorite artists, a few new faces and a folk music legend. Jan. 10: The Sara Milonovich Trio kicks off the year with …

Source: The Evening Sun - New York - Pending
Published on Dec 31, 2025

Top 10 LGBTQ national news stories of 2025

President Trump’s anti-LGBTQ agenda dominated national news in 2025, particularly his cruel attacks on trans Americans. Here are our picks for the top 10 LGBTQ news stories the Blade covered in 2025. 10. Trump grants clemency to George Santos George Santos …

Source: Washington Blade - Washington D.C. - Left-wing
Published on Dec 31, 2025

CEO Letter to Aclara Shareholders: 2025 Accomplishments and 2026 Outlook

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / December 31, 2025 / Aclara Resources Inc. ("Aclara" or the "Company") (TSX:ARA,OTC:ARAAF) is pleased to announce the release of a letter to its shareholders from the Company's Chief …

Source: Investing News Network - Neutral
Published on Dec 31, 2025

The 25 Brits who have defined the century so far

After 25 years of the 21st century, Britain is a changed country. The optimism of the millennium has evaporated, and while some of the cruelty and phobias of the early 2000s have faded, new divisions have taken their place. Cultural icons have died and …

Source: New Statesman - Center-left
Published on Dec 30, 2025

Brigitte Gabriel Awarded the Prestigious Menachem Begin Prize for Unwavering Advocacy for Israel

Dame Brigitte Gabriel received the Menachem Begin Prize in Jerusalem on Dec. 16, honoring her extraordinary contributions to Israel and the Jewish people. VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, UNITED STATES, December 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dame Brigitte …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 09:35 GMT

Slovenia begins membership of the UN Human Rights Council for 2026–2028

SLOVENIA, January 1 - Following the successful completion of its two-year term on the UN Security Council, Slovenia will continue to pursue a proactive and responsible approach to the promotion of human rights and to the maintenance of international peace …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 20:25 GMT

Abramyan: Citizen Diplomat Advocates for Detainees, Dispute Resolution and Human Rights

Tireless intermediary in the Capital calls US leaders’ attention to conditions in Armenia – Azerbaijan region WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- No stranger to conflict resolution, the power of personal engagement …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 23:47 GMT

Tamil Diaspora Publishes Analysis on Britain’s 1948 Constitutional Exit from Ceylon and Its Long-Term Impact on SL

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Britain’s constitutional exit from Ceylon in 1948 proceeded from a fundamental historical misreading of the island. The Tamil people are among the island’s most ancient and …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 09:35 GMT

Slovenia on the UN Security Council: two years of responsible, visible and principled engagement

SLOVENIA, December 31 - Throughout its term, Slovenia participated in 558 formal meetings and 238 consultations of the Security Council. During this period, the Council adopted 90 resolutions, 15 presidential statements and 78 press statements. It also …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 08:22 GMT

CAIR Slams Pentagon’s Decision to Supply New Fighter Aircraft to Israel

(MENAFN) The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) on Tuesday "strongly" condemned the Pentagon’s decision to award Boeing an $8.6 billion contract to supply new fighter aircraft to Israel. "At a time when human rights organizations …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 08:15 GMT

CAIR denounces Pentagon’s approval of fighter jet contract for Israel

(MENAFN) A prominent American Muslim organization sharply criticized a recent Pentagon decision to grant a multibillion-dollar defense contract to a major aerospace company for the supply of fighter jets to Israel, according to statements released Tuesday. …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 08:18 GMT

Israeli Forces Shoot Dead Twenty-Year-Old Palestinian in West Bank

(MENAFN) A 20-year-old Palestinian died after Israeli military forces fired on his vehicle in the occupied West Bank on Tuesday, according to Israeli armed forces and Palestinian authorities. The Palestinian Red Crescent confirmed three individuals …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 12:36 GMT

Legal systems in Arab League countries failing rape survivors, Equality Now analysis finds

Discriminatory laws and poor enforcement foster victim-blaming and harmful stereotypes, enabling impunity for perpetrators in League of Arab States countries. CAIRO, EGYPT, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Legal analysis by Equality Now reveals …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 18:00 GMT

Karns & Karns Personal Injury & Accident Attorneys Launch Nationwide Campaign Against Rideshare Sexual Assault

The firm’s Sexual Assault Division, led by Attorney Darryl Meigs, fights to hold Uber, Lyft, and negligent corporations accountable for the national crisis. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Karns & Karns Personal …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 09:02 GMT

Israel Innovation Authority and Ministry of Education Launch NIS 26M Initiative to Advance Youth Entrepreneurship

New nationwide programs will strengthen Israel’s high-tech human capital, and integrate thousands of students into tech and scientific entrepreneurship pathways JERUSALEM, ISRAEL, January 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Israel Innovation …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 06:00 GMT

True Charity Announces 2026 Annual Summit to Equip Churches and Nonprofits for Effective Poverty Alleviation

April 2026 conference features national leaders examining why many poverty solutions fail—and what works instead. JACKSONVILLE BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- True Charity, a national nonprofit dedicated to …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 23:47 GMT

Tamil Diaspora Publishes Analysis on Britain’s 1948 Constitutional Exit from Ceylon and Its Long-Term Impact on SL

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Britain’s constitutional exit from Ceylon in 1948 proceeded from a fundamental historical misreading of the island. The Tamil people are among the island’s most ancient and …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 23:45 GMT

Message of peace & love, Sundance Award-Winning Director’s CRACK OF LIGHT, Radical Experiment in AI Minimalist Cinema

The film was created as a humanist tribute to all children lost to war, all around the world, past, present, and (hopefully not) future - Gaza as an example. MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Conceived as a …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 20:25 GMT

Abramyan: Citizen Diplomat Advocates for Detainees, Dispute Resolution and Human Rights

Tireless intermediary in the Capital calls US leaders’ attention to conditions in Armenia – Azerbaijan region WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- No stranger to conflict resolution, the power of personal engagement …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on December 31, 2025 - 19:36 GMT

R & R Health Announces Launch of New Sober Living & Outpatient Addiction Treatment Services in Redondo Beach, California

R & R Health announces new sober living and outpatient addiction treatment services in Redondo Beach to support lasting, real world recovery. REDONDO BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- R & R Health, a …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 19:17 GMT

Amplify Ability Celebrates One Year, Announces Expanded Focus on Disability Inclusion Beyond Compliance

Disability-led nonprofit Amplify Ability moves inclusion beyond compliance. With support from major tech nonprofit programs. PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amplify Ability, a Portland-based, disability-led …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 18:38 GMT

Adversity Into Adventure Foundation Concludes 2025 Tour with 20,000+ Miles, 33 States, and a Renewed Vision for 2026

End-of-year wrap-up celebrates impact, partnerships, and the power of possibility for the diverse-abled™ community LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After 18 months on the road, spanning 33 states and more …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 17:17 GMT

The Law Office of Traci Trippe Hoffman, Esq. Named Best Criminal Defense Lawyer in Georgia 2025 by Click360 Awards

Marietta-based criminal defense firm recognized for relentless advocacy, local expertise, and commitment to protecting clients in the 2025 High Five Awards. MARIETTA, GA, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Law Office of …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 16:04 GMT

Eastside Counseling Center Expands Group Therapy Services in Bellevue

Eastside Counseling Center expands Group Therapy in Bellevue, offering new small-group programs to support connection and emotional growth. BELLEVUE, WA, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eastside Counseling Center announced …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 12:36 GMT

Legal systems in Arab League countries failing rape survivors, Equality Now analysis finds

Discriminatory laws and poor enforcement foster victim-blaming and harmful stereotypes, enabling impunity for perpetrators in League of Arab States countries. CAIRO, EGYPT, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Legal analysis by Equality Now reveals …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

Americans for Artsakh Petition UN Working Group for Release of Artsakh’s Former Foreign Minister

WASHINGTON D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Americans for Artsakh (AFA) submitted a petition to the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention (WGAD) requesting the release of Davit Babayan, former Foreign Minister of …

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Published on December 30, 2025 - 22:48 GMT

Feeding Pets of the Homeless Receives Grant to Support Emergency Veterinary Care and Veteran Pet Support

Grant will help pets of people and veterans experiencing homelessness receive critical care CARSON CITY, NV, UNITED STATES, December 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Feeding Pets of the Homeless, a national animal welfare nonprofit based in Carson City, …

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Published on December 30, 2025 - 22:28 GMT

HonorHealth earns 2025 Wellbeing First Champion recognition supporting physician and APP well-being

HonorHealth named 2025 Wellbeing First Champion for removing barriers to mental health care and supporting physician and APP well-being. SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, December 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HonorHealth, a leading Valley …

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Published on December 30, 2025 - 18:04 GMT

Kendra Hall Announces Droppin’ Jewelz 2026 Women’s Empowerment & Awards Brunch in Philadelphia

Honoring influential women leaders, youth changemakers, and male ally honorees at a purpose-driven Philadelphia brunch on March 7, 2026. PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, December 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 7, 2026, the historic …

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Published on December 30, 2025 - 17:05 GMT

YMCA of Middletown Awarded $1,060,000 NY SWIMS Grant to Preserve and Reconstruct Historic Camp Robbins Pool

New York State awards NY SWIMS funding to the YMCA of Middletown to reconstruct the Camp Robbins pool and expand aquatic access. MIDDLETOWN, NY, UNITED STATES, December 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The YMCA of Middletown announced today that …

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Published on December 30, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

ALTA TOWERS ADVISORS APPOINTS DAVID FENWICK AS CHAPLAIN

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, December 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Alta Towers Advisors, a boutique M&A advisory firm known for combining financial excellence with principled leadership, is pleased to announce that David Fenwick has joined …

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Published on December 30, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

His Little Ones Partners with Asia Highland Partners to Support Orphaned and Vulnerable Children in India and Nepal

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, December 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- His Little Ones, a U.S.-based Christian nonprofit organization focused on supporting orphaned and vulnerable children, announced a new partnership with Asia Highland Partners (AHP …

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Published on December 30, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Sanford Housing Authority CEO Discusses Inherited HCV Program Challenges and Plans to Pursue Special Purpose Vouchers

SHA's CEO, Dr. Michael C. Threatt, explains how continuous Staff Professional Development and Expanding Housing Opportunities will help meet Roadmap 2030 goals. SANFORD, NC, UNITED STATES, December 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sanford …

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