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Local and regional authorities play a crucial role in building resilient democratic societies: conference hosted by Council of Europe Congress

The role of local and regional authorities in effectively responding to the challenges facing European democracies, in supporting Ukraine, protecting human rights, saving the environment, and enabling young people’s involvement is the focus of a conference of...

Resilience and reconstruction of Ukraine: Call for expanded partnerships with Ukrainian municipalities

There is a need for expanding municipal partnerships and co-operation between Ukrainian and other European municipalities, and for sharing good practices of municipal support for rural and small communities to increase their resilience; European...

Congress and associations of local and regional authorities: renewed partnership in strengthening grassroots democracy

On 12 and 13 September 2024, the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities hosted a Conference of national associations of local and regional authorities from the 46 member states, at the Palais de l’Europe in Strasbourg. Organised on the...

France – Yoga: Disproportionate widescale police raids with abuses starting from a personal settlement of scores

The starting point was a personal revenge by an academic who got a suspended sentence of four months in prison for harassment On 28 November 2023, just after 6 a.m., a SWAT team of around...

Israel/Gaza, Vice-president Josep Borrell talks to the press on “Implementing the Two-State Solution”

Israel/Gaza: Remarks by High Representative/Vice-president Josep Borrell to the press following the Ministerial meeting on “Implementing the Two-State Solution” Remarks by EU Vice President Borrell Thank you for being here, at a somewhat late hour. I...

In NORWAY the Russian Orthodox Church still financed by the State despite security concern

Concern mounts about the increasing purchase of properties by the Russian Orthodox Church near military sites in Norway, which poses security issues.

Iran: Repression of women ‘intensifying’, two years on from mass protests

“The Islamic Republic of Iran relies on a system, both in law and in practice, that fundamentally discriminates on the grounds of gender,” the update noted, highlighting the far-reaching impacts on women and...

EU treading Dangerous Waters: The Perils of Psychedelics in Therapeutic Use

The European Commission is getting ready to review citizens’ proposals and one controversial idea on the table is the 'PsychedeliCare’ initiative that supports the exploration and implementation of psychedelic treatments for mental wellbeing issues....

The EU Special Envoy on Freedom of Religion or Belief on mission in Pakistan

The EU Special Envoy on Freedom of Religion or Belief, Mr Frans van Daele, is on the eve of carrying out a fact-finding mission in Pakistan. The dates announced two months ago were 8-11...

UN rights chief calls for global ‘zero tolerance’ against antisemitism

This comes just a day after the UN human rights office (OHCHR) issued a statement expressing horror over the reported summary execution of six Israeli hostages who were among those abducted by Hamas and...

Stories from the UN Archive: 1960s roots of ‘no justice, no peace’

On 15 April 1967, a delegation led by Dr. King met with the legendary Ralph Bunche and other top UN officials. Mr. Bunche was the first African American to receive the Nobel Peace Prize,...

Generative AI in Video Games: One More Gaming Startup Uses Artificial Intelligence to Transform NPC Interactions

Jam & Tea Studios, a new gaming startup, is using generative AI technology to redefine how players interact with non-playable characters (NPCs) in video games. This innovative approach is intended to transform player engagement by...

Critical Oversight: ODIHR Prepares for Local Elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina

SARAJEVO, 30 August 2024 - In a critical step toward upholding democratic standards, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) has officially opened an...

China: UN rights office reiterates need to review national security framework

The 31 August 2022 report stated that violations had taken place in the context of the Government’s assertion that it was targeting terrorists among the Uyghur minority with a counter-extremism strategy, involving the...

Meta Abandons Plans for High-End Mixed-Reality Headset, Focusing on Affordable Options

Meta Platforms has scrapped its plans for a premium mixed-reality headset, La Jolla, which was intended to compete with Apple’s Vision Pro. The decision was made after a product review meeting, where the...

Rights experts urge United Kingdom to curb hate speech

The UN Committee on the Elimination of Racism (CERD) voiced concern over persistent hate crimes, hate speech and xenophobic incidents on various platforms, including by politicians and public figures.It was particularly concerned about...

UKRAINE The UOC, the historical branch of the Russian Orthodox Church in Ukraine, on the path to be banned

On Independence Day, President Zelensky signed Law № 8371 banning the activities of the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC) in Ukraine through the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (UOC) On 24 August 2024, President Zelensky signed Law No. 8371...

Researchers Use AI Tools to Uncover Connections Between Radiotherapy for Lung Cancer and Heart Complications

Researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system, have used artificial intelligence tools to accelerate the understanding of the risk of specific cardiac arrhythmias when various parts of the...

World News in Brief: Sudan aid breakthrough, rights in Afghanistan, Myanmar displacement continues

World Food Programme (WFP) trucks carrying sorghum, pulses, oil and rice destined for 13,000 people at risk of famine in Kereneik, West Darfur, made the crossing on Tuesday evening local time. WFP reports that it...

OSCE Urges Immediate Action Amid Surge in Religious Hate Crimes Across Europe

Vienna, August 22, 2024 – Religious Hate Crimes - On the occasion of the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief, there is a significant focus on the...

Council of Europe pays respects to the victims of terrorism

Terrorism and violent extremism continue to injure and kill thousands of innocent people each year. Terrorist attacks, and the violent and hateful ideologies that drive them, are contrary to the fundamental values of our societies and an...

Belgium’s Battle Against Drugs and Alcohol Abuse: A New Hope Emerges

KingNewsWire. Belgium’s fight against alcohol and drugs abuse, has been highlighted by an article at the Freedom Magazine, the Voice of the Church of Scientology. The Foundation for a Drug-Free World, supported by Scientology,...

Why are we bookmarking things and never checking back?

Without a doubt, many of us, upon opening our Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, or any other social media account and looking at the saved files section, would find dozens of saved but forgotten links to...

World Humanitarian Day: EU provides aid globally and protects local aid workers

August 19 marked World Humanitarian Day, which is an opportunity to celebrate the indispensable and tireless life-saving efforts of aid workers worldwide. When crises erupt and conflicts arise, humanitarians are among the first ones on the spot delivering...

Poland’s Former Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki Eyes Leadership of European Conservatives and Reformists

Warsaw, Poland – In a significant political maneuver, Poland’s former Prime Minister, Mateusz Morawiecki, is reportedly in contention for the leadership of the European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR) party, as published today by EURACTIV. This...
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