Financial Services are the Key to Gender-Inclusive Carbon Markets | Blog

As carbon markets evolve from niche climate interventions into a multi-billion-dollar industry, a critical truth is emerging: gender inclusion is no longer optional. It is essential to the permanence, equity, and scalability of carbon projects.   Integrating gender considerations into project design not only improves long-term outcomes – it is also increasingly recognized by standard-setting […]

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Announces National Inquiry into Grooming Gangs

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced a full national statutory inquiry into grooming gangs, following recommendations from Baroness Louise Casey’s audit into group-based child sexual abuse. The decision comes after months of political pressure and public debate surrounding the issue. Background of the Grooming Gang Scandal The scandal, which first came to light over […]

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Security Council meets in emergency session over Iran-Israel conflict, amid strikes and counterstrikes

The Council cleared its original schedule to address the rapidly evolving crisis, also hearing from the head of the UN-backed international nuclear watchdog, who warned of the grave risks to regional stability and nuclear safety. Overnight from Thursday into Friday, Israeli military strikes targeted nuclear facilities across Iran, including the Natanz enrichment site. Media reports […]

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Lowell Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Charges in Gun and Drug Trafficking Case

BOSTON, MA – Billy Chan, also known as “Juju,” a 20-year-old resident of Lowell, Massachusetts, has pleaded guilty to multiple federal offenses related to firearms trafficking, drug distribution, and possession of machinegun conversion devices. The plea was entered on June 6, 2025, before U.S. District Judge Angel Kelley, who scheduled sentencing for September 17, 2025. […]

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Peru 5.6 Magnitude Earthquake: One Fatality, Several Injured as Tremor Shakes Lima

A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck Peru on Sunday, causing tremors felt across the capital, Lima. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake occurred at 11:35 a.m. local time (16:35 GMT), with its epicenter located 23 km (14 miles) southwest of Callao, a coastal city west of Lima. The Peruvian presidency later reported […]

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IPPNW Urges Immediate Ceasefire and Diplomatic Re-engagement Amid Escalation Between Israel and Iran

The International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War (IPPNW) has issued a strong call for an immediate cessation of hostilities following recent military strikes by Israel against Iranian targets. The organization emphasizes the urgent need for de-escalation and a return to diplomatic negotiations to prevent further civilian harm and regional instability. The strikes, carried […]

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PM Modi Makes Historic First Visit to Cyprus, Strengthens Strategic Mediterranean Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Cyprus on Sunday, marking the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the island nation. His visit, seen as a diplomatic milestone, comes ahead of the G7 Summit in Canada and reflects India’s renewed focus on deepening ties with European partners. Upon arrival at Larnaca International Airport, Prime […]

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Regulators Crack Down on Finfluencers in Global Enforcement Initiative

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has intensified its efforts against unlicensed social media influencers, cautioning them against promoting financial products or offering financial advice without proper authorization. As part of a coordinated international initiative, ASIC has issued warning notices to 18 social media personalities suspected of unlawfully promoting high-risk financial products and providing […]

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Catholic Priest Killed in El Fasher Amid Ongoing Conflict in Sudan

El Fasher, Sudan — In a tragic development underscoring the deepening humanitarian crisis in Sudan, Father Luka Jomo, a Catholic parish priest serving in El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur State, was killed during a violent assault on the city by paramilitary forces. The attack occurred two days ago and is part of a […]

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New Report Highlights Systemic Abuse of Christian Girls in Pakistan

A harrowing new report by Father Lazar Aslam, a Franciscan priest in Pakistan, has brought renewed attention to the plight of Christian girls and women in the country, documenting numerous cases of rape, abduction, and forced marriage. The report underscores the vulnerability of religious minorities—particularly Christians—who are frequently denied equal protection under Pakistani law. The […]

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