Asia
China hones its Global South diplomacy
China’s mediating role in Iran-Saudi deal signals a wider shift from wolf warrior to more constructive diplomacy.
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Europe
Italy again protracts the resolution of the Lettori case
Over a month from the deadline given by the European Commission for the payment of settlements to foreign-language lecturers(Lettori) for decades of discriminatory treatment, the Meloni government last Thursday passed…
Environment
Scientists have discovered how plastic penetrates the brain
Thanks to its flexibility, durability and affordability, plastic has entered almost every aspect of our lives. When plastic breaks down, it produces micro- and nanoplastic particles (MNPs) that can harm…
Europe
The Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism – call for submission of entries
On 3 May, the World Press Freedom Day, the European Parliament launched the call launched the call for application to the Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism.
Europe
Psychiatrists discuss how to reduce the use of coercive measures
The need and feasibility of reducing coercion in mental health care is widely acknowledged. The discussion whether the goal is reducing or eliminating the use of coercive measures is a…
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Europe must open up to new ideas about the secular state
Religion is one of the toughest challenges facing modern secular societies in their search for identity, equality and cohesion.
Asia
Human rights scholars concerned about unsolved Tai Ji Men case
European and US human rights academics concerned about post-authoritarian persecution and the Tai Ji Men Case INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMACY: Chen Chu acknowledges the importance of the issue and discusses Tai Ji Men…
News
A star is corn: Researchers develop biodegradable mask material made of corn
[ad_1] A biodegradable mask that can comfortably protect its wearer without harming the environment is one step closer to reality, thanks to research at McMaster’s Centre of Excellence in Protective Equipment…
Archeology
Did the Library of Alexandria really exist?
It is said to be one of the greatest archives of classical knowledge of the ancient world, it housed the books of all times. It was built by the Greek-speaking…
Europe
MEPs call for coordinated EU strategy against foreign interference
New report on foreign interference, numerous examples such as EU elites defending Gazprom's interests and Hungary's vulnerability to Russian