Human Rights
‘Inclusion is strength’ stresses UN, marking Albinism Awareness Day
Persons with the condition – which is caused by a lack of melanin pigmentation, affecting skin, hair and eye colour - continue to face an uphill battle to attain a…
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Archeology
The Sumerian King List and Kubaba: The First Queen of the Ancient World
From Cleopatra to Razia Sultan, history is full of powerful women who defied the norms of their time. But have you ever heard of Queen Kubaba? Ruler of Sumer around…
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International Day of UN Peacekeepers honours 75 years of service and sacrifice
“United Nations peacekeepers are the beating heart of our commitment to a more peaceful world,” Secretary-General António Guterres said in his message for the Day. He called for continued support…
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Menstrual Hygiene Day: Putting an end to period poverty
Period poverty, or the inability to afford menstrual products, is a serious issue especially in developing countries, an issue menstruating girls and women grapple with monthly and a spotlight topic…
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Biodiversity Day: Protecting humanity’s ‘life-support system’
“On the International Day for Biological Diversity, we reflect on our relationship with humanity’s life-support system, from the air we breathe and the food we eat, to the energy that…
Europe
The Role and Importance of the European Parliament in Today’s World
The European Parliament plays a crucial role in shaping the future of Europe and the world. As the only directly elected institution of the European Union
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Commissioner Nicolas Schmit on International Workers’ Day
In view of the International Workers' Day, Commissioner Nicolas Schmit made the following statement: "On 1 May, as we mark International Workers' Day, the EU remains committed to preparing people for the…
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Towards a fair and just world for all
In the history of the wars of the last millennium, the main platform of conflicts was Europe. But thanks to extraordinary decisions taken after the Second World War (for example,…
Charities
Ireland, Community Sings “Bella Ciao Fiona” on a Good Friday fundraising
Bella Ciao Fiona - Fabulous Charity Event Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Dancer and Artist Fiona Fennell Dublin, WIRE / A night of musical theatre, dance and true community…
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World leaders back ‘blueprint for recovery, renewal, resilience’ in least developed countries
The Fifth UN Conference on the Least Developed Countries (LDC5) concluded on Thursday with countries adopting concrete measures to implement the Doha Programme of Action (DPoA) – which aims to…