Nahid Taghavi, a German-Iranian women’s rights activist, has been released from prison in Iran after serving more than four years of a 10-year sentence. Her release follows international pressure and advocacy from organizations like Amnesty International, which had called for her immediate freedom, and her family, who had been campaigning on her behalf. Taghavi was […]
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An Austrian woman working as a development worker has been kidnapped in northern Niger by unidentified armed men. The abduction, which took place in a region known for its instability and security challenges, has prompted concerns regarding the safety of foreign nationals in the area. The woman, who had previously faced kidnapping threats in 2021, […]
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As US President-elect Donald Trump works to establish a dialogue with Russian President Vladimir Putin, both Switzerland and Serbia have offered to host a potential summit between the two leaders. The offers come as Trump seeks to engage Putin on pressing international issues, with particular focus on the ongoing war in Ukraine, which has escalated […]
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Virgin Group is accelerating plans to place a major order for high-speed trains, signaling its intent to challenge Eurostar’s longstanding dominance in the Channel Tunnel market. The company aims to disrupt Eurostar’s 30-year monopoly, capitalizing on a competitive gap and responding to growing demand for faster, more efficient travel between the UK and Europe. Virgin’s […]
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Blockchain giant Chainalysis will be acquiring Israeli fraud prevention company Alterya, they announced on Monday. This is the second acquisition the company has made in Israel after it acquired Hexagate just last month. Chainalysis develops analytics, operations analysis, and data accessibility products on blockchain, employs over 700 employees worldwide, and its customers include financial institutions, […]
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Germany’s renewable energy sector reached a major milestone in 2024, with clean energy sources now accounting for 60% of the country’s power generation. This shift, achieved at “breakneck speed,” has made renewables the cornerstone of Germany’s energy system. The surge in renewables, including wind, solar, and biomass, was driven by a combination of factors, including […]
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At the beginning of each year, UNICEF looks ahead to the risks that children are likely to face and suggests ways to reduce the potential harm. The latest report, Prospects for Children 2025: Building Resilient Systems for Children’s Futures, demands strengthening national systems that are designed to mitigate the impacts of crises on children and ensure […]
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Remarks as Prepared for Delivery It is an honor to be with you all here today in Greenwood. This community has been strong and resilient despite the lingering effects of a civil rights crime that stands out in its magnitude, barbarity and ruthless brutality. As you know, on May 31, 1921, a group of white […]
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Telecom Namibia has confirmed a ransomware attack by the cybercriminal group “Hunters International,” which resulted in the exposure of sensitive personal and financial data, including information related to high-ranking government officials. The attack led to the theft of nearly 500,000 records, some of which were later shared on social media. The hackers demanded a ransom, […]
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Israel is sending a high-level delegation to Qatar’s capital, Doha, to further discuss a deal for the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu authorized the mission following a security assessment with key officials, including Defence Minister Israel Katz and U.S. negotiators, both from the current and incoming administrations. […]
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