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The intoxicated society
In modern societies, it has become fashionable to go to the family doctor and leave his office with a prescription for medicine. That makes us live the day with peace…
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Environment
Europeans over 30 understand climate change better than younger generations, EIB survey finds
EIB // The fight against climate change requires collective action — from governments, institutions, businesses and individuals. A good understanding of the climate challenge is essential for people to make…
Health
Foundation for a Drug-Free World Achieves United Nations Consultative Status
KingNewsWire // The year 2024 marked a memorable moment for the International Day Against Drugs as it celebrated a noteworthy achievement on June 25th. A day before the UN’s Day…
America
Argentina – BAYS Yoga School, Nullity of elevation to trial confirmed by the Cassation Court
Controversial accusations of criminal activities and prosecutions rejected for the second time. A setback for the prosecutors On 5 June last, the National Chamber of Cassation for Criminal and Correctional…
FORB
Russia – Three Jehovah’s Witnesses sentenced to 78, 74 and 27 months in prison
Gevorg Yeritsyan, a Jehovah’s Witness sentenced to 6 years and 2 months in prison at the end of June, declared in court at the end of his trial: “Jehovah's Witnesses…
Human Rights
Hungary: EU’s Most Corrupt Nation Faces Scrutiny as it Takes the Presidency of the Council
Budapest - Hungary remains the European Union’s most corrupt country, according to the 2023 Corruption Perception Index (CPI) released last January by Transparency International. Despite some judicial reforms aimed at…
America
4th of July Celebrations in the United States of America: Traditions, Curiosities, and Global Festivities
The 4th of July in the United States is a time when people come together to celebrate Independence Day, which marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.…
Human Rights
The country where there is no divorce
The Philippines is a republic in which the president is the head of state, prime minister and commander-in-chief of the armed forces. The current president of the Philippines, Marcos, won…
Economy
Runway Rip-offs: Inflated Prices Plague EU Airports with 2 glasses of water at nearly 5 euros
The exorbitant prices of water, coffee, and food at airports across the European Union have long been a source of frustration for travelers. Despite efforts to address this issue, airport…
Africa
Albino Children: Superstitions in Africa
Being an albino child in Africa is like carrying a permanent tombstone on your shoulders. When they are born, they are usually, in many cases repudiated, in others sold to…