Europe
EU to boost data sharing
Rules to make more data available to start-ups and businesses to stimulate innovation were informally agreed by MEPs and the Council Presidency on Tuesday.Committee on Industry, Research and Energy Source…
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Oneservice sponsors world-class athlete Emma Weiss
FEUSISBERG, SCHWYZ, SWITZERLAND, November 30, 2021 /EINPresswire.com/ -- "We are very proud to sponsor pioneer Emma Weiss, the first German to compete in world-class Ski Freestyle Aerials since 1998”, says…
America
UNODC and ICCWC support South American countries to combat wildlife trafficking: regional SudWEN meeting
30 November 2021 - Wildlife crime is a serious, transnational organized crime, putting millions into the pockets of criminal groups that exploit gaps in national law enforcement and criminal justice…
Human Rights
Workers with HIV-AIDS continue to face stigma, discrimination: ILO
“Myths and misconceptions” about HIV and AIDS continue to fuel stigma and discrimination in the workplace, the International Labour Organization (ILO) said on Tuesday.
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COMECE reacts on European Commission ‘inclusive language’ guidelines
COMECE welcomes the withdrawal of the European Commission’s internal guidelines on inclusive communication on Tuesday 30 November 2021. The draft text contained several terminological recommendations to the staff of this EU institution on how to have more inclusive internal and external communication.…
Europe
Gender-based cyberviolence: MEPs demand harmonised sanctions and victim support
On Tuesday, the committees on Civil Liberties and Women’s Rights demanded legislation to fight gender-based cyber violence.Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality Source : © European Union, 2021 -…
Europe
Sakharov Prize 2021: interviews with Alexei Navalny’s representatives
The award ceremony for this year’s Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought, conferred upon Russian opposition activist Alexei Navalny, will be held on 15 December at noon.Committee on Foreign AffairsCommittee…
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The EU is prepared to tackle ongoing pandemic challenges, says EMA chief
Health MEPs quizzed the EMA’s Executive Director on Tuesday on the current situation around COVID-19 vaccines and therapeutics, as well as the Agency’s future role.Committee on the Environment, Public Health…
Europe
Urgent need to take preventive measures in the fight against COVID-19 the focus of WHO/Europe advocacy campaign
As we go into the winter months, WHO/Europe is urging people to take preventive measures, including getting vaccinated, to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Over recent weeks, the WHO…
Europe
Building trust helps United Kingdom chart a path towards eliminating AIDS by 2030
“There is no magic bullet, but in the United Kingdom we have some incredible health-care providers who work very well with community members, which is an important part of our…