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EU is challenged to stand by those persecuted for changing their faith in MENA and beyond

“We don’t want you to change the culture of Yemen or the Middle East, we just ask for the right to exist. Can we accept each other?” Hassan Al-Yemeni* was imprisoned on the charges of...

Textiles and food waste reduction: New EU rules to support circular economy

The Environment Committee adopted its proposals to better prevent and reduce textiles and food waste across the EU.

Greenwashing: how EU firms can validate their green claims

New rules for companies to comply with EU ban on greenwashing of products. The Internal Market and Environment committees adopted on Wednesday their position

International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism as and when Conducive to Terrorism, 12 February

Violent extremism is an affront to the purposes and principles of the United Nations. It undermines peace and security, human rights and sustainable development.

Gaza: UN health agency warns over continuing attacks on healthcare

The war in Gaza hasn’t spared hospitals, their staff or the people sheltering there, more than 350 attacks on healthcare in the enclave since hostilities erupted.

Very Small Pores Make a Big Difference in Filtering Technology

Nanoporous membranes are valuable tools for filtering out impurities from water and numerous other applications. However, there’s still much work to do to perfect their designs. Recently, Prof. Amir Haji-Akbari’s lab demonstrated that...

CloudOps: Trends and Predictions for 2024

What Is CloudOps?  CloudOps, or Cloud Operations, refers to the systems, processes and methodologies that organizations employ to operate and manage their cloud-based services efficiently. CloudOps encompasses a range of activities, including application deployment,...

Navigating the Complexities of Modern Web Development

Web development stands as a cornerstone in today’s digital era. Its importance escalates as the world increasingly interacts online. This blog dives into the intricacies of modern web development, unfolding its evolution, technologies,...

Canonization of Mama Antula, Argentina’s First Saint Woman Unites Leaders of Diverse Religions

Leaders from different religions came together to witness the canonization of Argentina's first saint, Saint Mama Antula. This historic event showcased the strength of interreligious dialogue and mutual respect. With high-level political figures and ecclesiastical authorities in attendance, the ceremony symbolized unity and celebrated a woman whose faith left a lasting impact. The event, broadcasted live, served as a powerful reminder of how faith can unite people around common values and aspirations. Pope Francis, known for his dedication to interreligious dialogue, continues to promote peace and inclusivity.

Presidential Election in Russia: Candidates and the Inevitable Victory of Vladimir Putin

As Russia prepares for the next presidential election, all eyes are on the candidates vying for the country's highest office. Although the outcome seems inevitable: the re-election of incumbent President Vladimir Putin.

New plant breeding techniques to boost resilience of food system

The EU wants to to boost resilience of food system and reduce the need for pesticides with new rules on plant breeding techniques.

Ensuring euro money transfers arrive within ten seconds

MEPs adopted new rules to ensure that euro money transfers arrive immediately into the bank accounts of retail customers and businesses across the EU.

Collaborative Efforts of Indigenous and Christian Communities Promote Conservation of Sacred Forests in India

In the heart of one of India’s ancient and most highly esteemed sacred forests, individuals from indigenous communities have joined forces with Christians

EU-MOLDOVA – Does Moldova repress media freedom or sanction abusive propaganda? (II)

At the end of February 2022, after Russia's full-scale military invasion of Ukraine, the Moldovan parliament introduced a state of emergency for a period of 60 days. During this period, broadcasting television programs from...

Why Israel is wrong to accuse Qatar of developing Hamas

For the past few days, the Israeli Prime Minister has been focusing his criticism on Qatar, not knowing where to turn and, above all, in the face of a flood of worldwide criticism of...

European Parliament wants to end impunity of reckless driving | News

Currently, if a driver loses their licence following a traffic offence in a different EU country to the one which issued their licence, in most cases the sanction will only be applicable in...

Support to Ukraine, response to farmer’s concerns: MEPs review latest EU summits | News

“Determination, unity and leadership” is the message, European Council President Charles Michel said, sent by the EU with its latest decisions on Ukraine to open accession talks and endorse a new financial aid...

EU-MOLDOVA: Does Moldova unduly repress media freedom? (I)

EU-MOLDOVA - The founder and head of a media outlet under EU sanctions and Moldovan sanctions for pro-Russian propaganda and disinformation creates “Stop Media Ban” and campaigns against Moldova in the European Parliament in...

“MINGI”: children, children of superstition in the Omo Valley and human rights.

I have always stated that every belief, whatever it may be, is respectable. Of course, as long as it does not threaten the lives of others, or their fundamental rights, especially if these...

World News in Brief: Dozens killed in Mali ‘summary executions’, Ukraine update, civilian protection in DR Congo, Haiti human rights

The alleged massacre happened in Welingara village in the Nara region of central Mali on 26 January. Some 30 civilians were also reportedly killed by unidentified gunmen in the Bandiagara region at the...

Afghanistan: Taliban’s crackdown on women over ‘bad hijab’ must end

The incidents, which have surged since early January, are purportedly linked to violations of the Taliban’s stringent dress code for women.The Human Rights Council-appointed experts called on de facto authorities to comply with...

New rules to promote standard-setting innovation in new technologies

The Legal Affairs Committee adopted on Wednesday, with 13 votes for, no votes against and 10 abstentions, its position on new rules to support the so-called standard-essential patents (SEPs). These patents protect cutting-edge technologies,...

Time to criminalise hate speech and hate crime under EU law

The Council should adopt a decision to include hate speech and hate crime among criminal offences within the meaning of Article 83(1) TFEU (so-called “EU crimes”) by the end of the current legislative term,...

The Changing Faces of Faith in France

The religious landscape in France has undergone profound diversification since the 1905 law on the separation of church and state, according to an article by Kekeli Koffi published on religactu.fr. Besides the four faiths...

International Institute for Religious Freedom launches the Violent Incidents Database

The International Institute for Religious Freedom (IIRF) recently launched the Violent Incidents Database (VID), an initiative aimed at collecting, recording, and analyzing incidents related to violations of religious freedom across the globe. The VID...
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