Break the silence on persecuted Christians
By Newsdesk
MEP Bert-Jan Ruissen held a conference and exhibition at the European Parliament to denounce the silence surrounding the suffering of persecuted Christians worldwide. The EU must take stronger action against violations of freedom of religion, especially in Africa where lives are lost due to this silence.
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Abaya Ban in French Schools Reopens Contentious Laïcité Debate and Deep Divisions
By Juan Sanchez Gil
As reported through a newsletter from the Brussels-based NGO Human Rights Without Frontiers, the end of summer vacation in France, known as the “rentrée,” often brings renewed social tensions. This year has followed that pattern, as the calm of summer gave way to another dispute over a recurring national issue: how Muslim women should dress. In late August, with France still on break, Gabriel Attal, the 34-year-old newly appointed education minister and a favorite of President Emmanuel Macron, announced that “the abaya can no longer be worn in schools”, reports Roger Cohen at the New York Times His abrupt order,
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What About the Deadly Opioid Fentanyl?
By Christian Mirre
Within the European Union in a drug market in full swing helped by the use of social media or internet marketing and applications, appears an additional drug situation, with the increasing importation, production and consumption of uncontrolled synthetic drugs called new psychoactive substances (NPS). A psychoactive substance “affects mental processes, e.g. perception, consciousness, cognition or mood and emotions”. According to the Early Warning Advisory on New Psychoactive Substances (EWA-2022), the NPS is defined as “substances of abuse, either in a pure form or a preparation, that are not controlled by the 1961 Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs or the 1971
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Proposed law against the public burning of holy scriptures in Denmark
By Guest Author
Denmark is a peaceful country where laws are respected, and the society practices an age-old proverb; One can always agree to disagree. This mindset has helped Danes to avoid big differences, minimise societal conflicts and live a rather peaceful life. The cornerstone of accepting the differing opinions is the notion of unlimited freedom of expression. It means that people can say anything, they please. It has worked because Denmark has been a mono-cultural, mono-ethnic, and a Christian nation for nearly one thousand years. That attitude, however, has also created an underlying intolerance and hostility towards other cultures, faiths and living styles, especially towards Muslim communities and Islam.
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OSCE, Independent and pluralistic media are a cornerstone of democracy and conflict prevention
By Newsdesk
VIENNA 15 September 2023 – On the International Day of Democracy, the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, Teresa Ribeiro, underscores the mutually reinforcing nature of democracy, the rule of law, and media freedom. “Advancing and sustaining democratic, resilient, and inclusive societies requires a steadfast commitment to media freedom,” says Teresa Ribeiro. In the 2023 Joint Declaration on Media Freedom and Democracy, Ribeiro, along with the other global free speech mandate holders, emphasizes the media’s pivotal role in delivering trustworthy news and fostering informed public discourse. This, in turn, cultivates a well-informed and active citizenry. “The media serve as
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Alp Services behind a vast campaign of denunciation in France and Belgium, the shadow of the United Arab Emirates
By Yannick Ferruzca
Last March, an article entitled “The dirty secrets of a Smear campaign” appeared in the well-known American media outlet The New Yorker, providing a little more insight into Abu Dhabi’s all-out strategy for eliminating its enemies. In it, David D. Kirkpatrick reveals how a Swiss company, Alp Services, run by the famous Mario Brero, who is well known in Geneva, worked for Mohamed Ben Zayed in order to harm Qatar and anyone else who attacked the Emirates. Among the ideological tools used to do this was the dissemination of fake news and preconceived ideas designed to harm Doha: in particular,
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Russia’s criminal bombing of the Odesa Cathedral: Assessing the damages
By Newsdesk
An interview with Architect Volodymyr Meshcheriakov, who led the rebuilding of the historical church in 2000–2010. By Dr Ievgeniia Gidulianova Bitter Winter (14.09.2023) – In August 2023, less than a month after Russia’s missile heavily damaged the Transfiguration Cathedral of Odesa, Architect Volodymyr Meshcheriakov (*) was in the Ukrainian seaport to assess the damage of the Russian strike. Meshcheriakov is a personality whose name is directly connected with the history of the reconstruction of the Odesa Cathedral of the Transfiguration of the Savior, which was completely destroyed during the time of Stalin. In 1999, a group of architects under his
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Turning Disaster into Hope, The 9/11 Catalyst for Scientology's Global Humanitarian Reach
By Newsdesk
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, September 14, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — The cataclysmic aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attack was a pivotal moment for Volunteer Ministers, underscoring that regardless of the severity of the situation, “Something can be done about it.” As we commemorate the anniversary of 9/11, Scientology Volunteer Ministers reflect on this day as a watershed moment for their movement. This tragic event spurred the mobilization of individuals who are now serving at every major disaster worldwide. Currently, Volunteer Ministers are making a difference on the ground, aiding victims of the earthquake in Morocco and those uprooted by the severe floods in Greece
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From Prompt to Perfection, Navigating College Assignments with Confidence
By NewsdeskTET
Your smart planning to do the academic assignments is important. It plays a key role in ensuring success for you in school and college. The college experience often confronts students with various external factors. This complicates your ability to maintain focus. And when you face demanding schedules of various courses, you might feel like giving up. Using strategic planning increases the likelihood of achieving commendable grades. It also empowers you to boost your overall academic performance. This allows you to shine among your peers and get the admiration of your educators. Carefully set deadlines Upon receiving your syllabus, start a
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PES says at State of the European Union, Putin is a criminal
By Newsdesk
In the final State of the European Union debate, MEP Iratxe Garcia, from the Socialists and Democrats, commended the collaborative efforts of President von der Leyen and the commissioners. Garcia highlighted the unity and solidarity demonstrated in response to the 2008 financial crisis and recent global events including the pandemic and Russia’s war against Ukraine. The leader of the Socialists at the European Parliament emphasized the need for reindustrialization, ecological transition, and the reform of the electricity market. She also called for more commitment to the social pillar, addressing issues like inflation, high interest rates, gender-based violence, and social justice.
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Unemployment Rates Maintain Consistency Staying Below 5% for the Consecutive Month
By Juan Sanchez Gil
In a remarkable demonstration of economic resilience, the unemployment rate among countries in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) remained steady at 4.8% in July 2023. This marks the month in a row that the rate has stayed below the threshold of 5% according to recent data. Although the rate increased in 15 OECD countries, including Denmark, Lithuania and Austria it remained unchanged in nine others. Decreased in another nine. It is worth noting that unemployment rates reached record lows or were close to them in five countries, such as Germany and the United States. The total number
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