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US Pressures UN Securty Council To Adopt Trump's Gaza Peace Plan
he United States on Thursday called on the UN Security Council to unite and back its draft resolution aimed at bolstering President Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza, warning that Palestinians could otherwise suffer "grave" consequences.
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Spanish Town Bans Black Cat Adoptions Over Fear Of Halloween 'Rituals'
Long stigmatised for bringing bad luck or for links with the occult, black cats have found salvation in a Spanish town that has temporarily banned their adoption to ward off potentially sinister Halloween "rituals".
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French Commission Recommends Banning Social Media For Children Under 15
A French parliamentary commission probing the psychological effects of TikTok recommends banning social media for children under 15 and adopting a "digital curfew" for 15- to 18-year-olds, according to a report released Thursday.
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Japan’s Financial Services Agency Mulls Crypto Regulation Under FIEA
Japan’s Financial Services Agency has proposed transferring cryptocurrency oversight from the Payment Services Act to the stricter Financial Instruments and Exchange Act. The move aims to address issues such as unregistered operations, scams, disclosure gaps, and security flaws, while improving investor protection. If approved by the Financial Sy...
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The UN, Palestinians, Israel And A Hope For Two-State Solution
Ever since the partition of Palestine into Jewish and Arab states in 1947, the United Nations has been inextricably linked to the fate of Palestinians, with the organization meeting this week hoping to revive the two-state solution.
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What To Know About The US Decision To Leave UNESCO, Why It Matters
With the support of international partners and the mobilization of $115 million, the UN cultural agency UNESCO recently helped rebuild the Iraqi city of Mosul after it was devastated by the Islamic State group.
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Key Points Of WHO Pandemic Agreement
The WHO Pandemic Agreement, an accord designed to address the mistakes made in handling COVID-19, is being submitted for adoption Tuesday at the World Health Assembly.
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Bitget, Avalanche Announce Partnership to Boost Web3 Adoption in India
Bitget and Avalanche have joined forces to contribute to India’s web3 infrastructure. As part of the partnership, the companies plan on initiating awareness campaigns and educational workshops on crypto safety and blockchain exploration throughout the year as part of the “HODL ON” tours.
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EU Responds To Trump Tariffs, Targets Euro 20 Billion Of US Products
The EU on Wednesday adopted its first measures hitting back at President Donald Trump's tariff onslaught, targeting more than 20 billion euros of US products including soybeans, motorcycles and beauty products, the European Commission said.
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South Korea, World's Largest "Baby Exporter", Violated Human Rights To Meet Adoption Demand, Probe Finds
South Korea's government enabled the "mass exportation" of children with private adoption agencies by fabricating birth records and failing to follow consent procedures, a long-awaited investigation has found.
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Islamic Bloc Adopts Arab Nations' Counter To Trump's Gaza Takeover Plan
The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation on Friday adopted the Arab League's counter-proposal to US President Donald Trump's plan to take over Gaza and displace its residents, two ministers told AFP.
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US Sides with Russia, Refusing To Support Ukraine At UN
The United States voted with Russia Monday against a resolution condemning its invasion of Ukraine, rejecting a text widely adopted by the UN General Assembly.
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Specially-Abled Child, 2, From Karnataka Finds Loving Home In Italy
Abandoned by his biological parents, a specially-abled child from the Gangamma Chikumbimath Orphanage, a child welfare centre run by the Swami Vivekanand Seva Pratishthan in Belagavi, has now found a new home.
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Iraq Parliament Adopts Revised Bill After Outcry Over Underage Marriage
Iraq's parliament passed into law on Tuesday a revised bill that had sparked outrage over fears it rolled back women's rights and permitted underage marriage.
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Iran Hopes Trump Will Take "Realistic" Approach To Countries To Region
Iran said Monday it hoped the incoming US administration under Donald Trump would adopt a "realistic" approach and show "respect" for the interests of countries in the region.
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US Pressures UN Securty Council To Adopt Trump's Gaza Peace Plan
he United States on Thursday called on the UN Security Council to unite and back its draft resolution aimed at bolstering President Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza, warning that Palestinians could otherwise suffer "grave" consequences.
-
Spanish Town Bans Black Cat Adoptions Over Fear Of Halloween 'Rituals'
Long stigmatised for bringing bad luck or for links with the occult, black cats have found salvation in a Spanish town that has temporarily banned their adoption to ward off potentially sinister Halloween "rituals".
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French Commission Recommends Banning Social Media For Children Under 15
A French parliamentary commission probing the psychological effects of TikTok recommends banning social media for children under 15 and adopting a "digital curfew" for 15- to 18-year-olds, according to a report released Thursday.
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Japan’s Financial Services Agency Mulls Crypto Regulation Under FIEA
Japan’s Financial Services Agency has proposed transferring cryptocurrency oversight from the Payment Services Act to the stricter Financial Instruments and Exchange Act. The move aims to address issues such as unregistered operations, scams, disclosure gaps, and security flaws, while improving investor protection. If approved by the Financial Sy...
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The UN, Palestinians, Israel And A Hope For Two-State Solution
Ever since the partition of Palestine into Jewish and Arab states in 1947, the United Nations has been inextricably linked to the fate of Palestinians, with the organization meeting this week hoping to revive the two-state solution.
-
What To Know About The US Decision To Leave UNESCO, Why It Matters
With the support of international partners and the mobilization of $115 million, the UN cultural agency UNESCO recently helped rebuild the Iraqi city of Mosul after it was devastated by the Islamic State group.
-
Key Points Of WHO Pandemic Agreement
The WHO Pandemic Agreement, an accord designed to address the mistakes made in handling COVID-19, is being submitted for adoption Tuesday at the World Health Assembly.
-
Bitget, Avalanche Announce Partnership to Boost Web3 Adoption in India
Bitget and Avalanche have joined forces to contribute to India’s web3 infrastructure. As part of the partnership, the companies plan on initiating awareness campaigns and educational workshops on crypto safety and blockchain exploration throughout the year as part of the “HODL ON” tours.
-
EU Responds To Trump Tariffs, Targets Euro 20 Billion Of US Products
The EU on Wednesday adopted its first measures hitting back at President Donald Trump's tariff onslaught, targeting more than 20 billion euros of US products including soybeans, motorcycles and beauty products, the European Commission said.
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South Korea, World's Largest "Baby Exporter", Violated Human Rights To Meet Adoption Demand, Probe Finds
South Korea's government enabled the "mass exportation" of children with private adoption agencies by fabricating birth records and failing to follow consent procedures, a long-awaited investigation has found.
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Islamic Bloc Adopts Arab Nations' Counter To Trump's Gaza Takeover Plan
The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation on Friday adopted the Arab League's counter-proposal to US President Donald Trump's plan to take over Gaza and displace its residents, two ministers told AFP.
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US Sides with Russia, Refusing To Support Ukraine At UN
The United States voted with Russia Monday against a resolution condemning its invasion of Ukraine, rejecting a text widely adopted by the UN General Assembly.
-
Specially-Abled Child, 2, From Karnataka Finds Loving Home In Italy
Abandoned by his biological parents, a specially-abled child from the Gangamma Chikumbimath Orphanage, a child welfare centre run by the Swami Vivekanand Seva Pratishthan in Belagavi, has now found a new home.
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Iraq Parliament Adopts Revised Bill After Outcry Over Underage Marriage
Iraq's parliament passed into law on Tuesday a revised bill that had sparked outrage over fears it rolled back women's rights and permitted underage marriage.
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Iran Hopes Trump Will Take "Realistic" Approach To Countries To Region
Iran said Monday it hoped the incoming US administration under Donald Trump would adopt a "realistic" approach and show "respect" for the interests of countries in the region.
