“Over 63,000 people now have crossed into the country, Burundi, fleeing atrocities, deadly conflict in parts of eastern DR Congo,” said Faith Kasina, UNHCR Regional Spokesperson for East and Horn of Africa and Great Lakes. Amid the largest influx of refugees Burundi has seen in decades because of the hostilities in eastern DRC’s mineral-rich region, […]
Continue ReadingThe European Hydrogen Bank’s second auction for the production of renewable hydrogen has attracted 61 bids from projects in 11 countries with the European Economic Area (EEA) . Eight of the bids were submitted under the dedicated maritime topic by hydrogen producers with off-takers in the maritime sector. The total grant support requested is more than €4.8 billion, […]
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The situation in Sudan’s Abu Shouk camp has reached catastrophic levels as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) continue to shell the overcrowded displacement camp, home to nearly half a million people, despite the growing humanitarian crisis. On March 5, RSF artillery struck the camp, further damaging vital infrastructure, including medical facilities, water sources, and shelters. […]
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UNICEF has issued a stark warning regarding the severe consequences of Israel’s halt on aid deliveries to Gaza, highlighting the catastrophic impact on the region’s most vulnerable residents, particularly infants and children. The organization emphasized that although it has been providing crucial resources such as food, water, and medical supplies, these efforts are insufficient to […]
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On Thursday, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) rejected Călin Georgescu’s appeal to overturn Romania’s Constitutional Court’s annulment of the 2024 presidential election. Georgescu, a pro-Russian, ultra-nationalist candidate, had contested the court’s decision, arguing it violated his right to a fair election and undermined his political participation. Georgescu’s complaint, submitted in December 2024, claimed […]
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On Thursday, US Federal Judge Beryl Howell ruled to reinstate National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Chair Gwynne Wilcox, condemning President Donald Trump’s attempt to remove her from her position as unlawful. The ruling came after Wilcox filed a lawsuit claiming her removal violated the National Labor Relations Act, which restricts removal of board members to […]
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Margaret Satterthwaite, a UN human rights expert specializing in judicial independence, has sharply condemned actions taken against US Department of Justice (DOJ) officials involved in investigations of former President Donald Trump. These actions, she claims, constitute political retaliation and represent a disturbing trend of undermining independent justice professionals. Satterthwaite specifically denounced the reassignment, transfer, or […]
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A new report from the women’s rights NGO Equality Now raises urgent alarms about the global decline in women’s rights, LGBTQ+ protections, and democratic freedoms. Despite notable progress in legal equality, the organization highlights an “alarming rollback” in these areas 30 years after the adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. The report […]
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AI is revolutionizing workplace inclusivity by breaking down barriers and ensuring that every employee, regardless of ability or background, has the tools to succeed. In today’s competitive environment, businesses that prioritize inclusivity are better positioned to drive innovation, improve efficiency, and foster a thriving culture. AI-driven tools are at the forefront of this transformation, creating […]
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Parents in Cork, Ireland are staging a protest today over the shortage of special education school placements for children with special needs. An estimated 94 children in Cork are without a school place for the upcoming school year, despite the growing demand for specialized support. The march, organized by Nicole Hosford, will begin at Cork […]
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