Speaking in the capital Bishkek, Volker Türk, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights acknowledged the country’s recent economic growth but cautioned that narrowing space for civil society and press freedom could undermine progress. “For societies to thrive, they need to be rooted in human rights, non-discrimination and the rule of law. This also reassures investors,” […]
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Statement: The Elders express alarm at the breakdown of the ceasefire in Gaza, and call for an immediate end to Israel’s latest military assault. We urge all parties to demonstrate political will to end the war, and prioritise human life and a pathway to peace over domestic politics. At this dangerous time, we commend the initiative […]
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Córdoba in Argentina, Fortaleza in Brazil and Manchester in the UK picked up accolades at a healthy cities summit, co-hosted by the UN World Health Organization (WHO), Bloomberg Philanthropies and Vital Strategies. The Argentinian city won recognition for its policy to eliminate sugary and artificially sweetened drinks – along with ultra-processed foods – from all […]
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“Where, after all, do universal human rights begin? In small places, close to home,” said Anna Fierst, quoting her great-grandmother Eleanor Roosevelt’s speech of 1958, in which she highlighted the number of ordinary citizens determined to be active in their local neighbourhoods, schools, and factories. “Unless these rights have meaning there, they have little meaning […]
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The office has condemned the escalating violence as the war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and their former ally, the paramilitary group – Rapid Support Forces (RSF) –continues to impact civilians. Credible reports indicate that RSF fighters and allied militias have raided homes in eastern Khartoum, carrying out summary killings, arbitrary detentions and looting of essential […]
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The Boston Celtics have been sold for a staggering $6.1 billion, setting a new record as the largest sports franchise sale in North American history. The deal marks a significant shift in the world of sports ownership, further highlighting the escalating value of major league teams in North America. While the Celtics are one of […]
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Introduction Hugo plays a pivotal role in enabling data ingestion for Grab’s data lake, managing over 4,000 pipelines onboarded by users. The stability of Hugo pipelines is contingent upon the health of both the data sources and various Hugo components. Given the complexity of this system, pipeline failures occasionally occur, necessitating user intervention when retry […]
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A shocking new report from the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) and The Difference has highlighted a 67% surge in school absences in the UK, drawing attention to a growing crisis of lost learning. The report, which brings together insights from over 100 educators, students, parent groups, and charities, outlines a comprehensive plan to […]
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Amnesty International has raised significant concerns following the Peruvian Congress’s approval of an amendment to Law 27692, which establishes the Peruvian Agency for International Cooperation (APCI). The amendment has sparked fears that it could severely restrict the operations of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in the country, particularly those advocating for human rights. The amendment grants authorities […]
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The global music industry achieved a record-breaking $29.6 billion in revenues in 2024, driven by the continued dominance of streaming platforms. According to the latest figures from the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI), streaming now accounts for 69% of global music revenues, totaling $20.4 billion. This marks the tenth consecutive year of growth […]
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