NY 75 Commitment promotes rescue of original meaning of the UDHR
By Newsdesk
A commitment to rescue the original meaning of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) emerged at the United Nations (UN) headquarters endorsed by more than 200 political and civic leaders from 40 countries participating in the 5th Transatlantic Summit. It is the New York Commitment celebrating the 75th anniversary of the UDHR. Protecting life and religious background In this, those present agreed to work to establish enabling environments for family formation and stability; to protect children, both before and after birth; and to respect the freedom of parents and legal guardians to provide for the religious and moral education
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“Russian oligarch” or not, EU may still be after you following “leading businessperson” rebranding
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Following its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Russia has been subject to arguably the most comprehensive and severe sanctions ever imposed on any nation. The European Union, once Russia’s biggest trading partner, led the way with a staggering eleven packages of sanctions in the past 20 months, covering a wide array of people, state institutions and entities, private companies, and whole sectors of the economy. While morally understandable and politically prudent, it was unavoidable that such broad-based sanctions would increasingly emerge as a case of collateral damage. Part of it is obviously due to the very nature of
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How raising a child with Autism helped develop my faith and made my life better
By Guest Author
Unesco’s observance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) is around the corner. The day was established by the United Nations to promote and create awareness of “the benefits of an inclusive and accessible society for all.” As a father of two children with autism, I am naturally motivated to create an inclusive and accessible society. However, my approach has always been less about big institutions, such as the UN, or government laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. Instead, I’ve tried to take my years of hard-won lessons as a parent and personally share them —
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Pedro Sánchez is sworn in as President of the Government by an absolute majority in Congress
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The Plenary of the Congress of Deputies has given its confidence to Pedro Sánchez as President of the Government. The candidate has achieved the support of the absolute majority of the Chamber with 179 votes in favour and 171 votes against. The President of Congress, Francina Armengol, will communicate the result of the vote to His Majesty The King so that he may appoint Sánchez as president, as determined by article 171.6 of the Rules of Procedure of Congress. This second day of the investiture session began with the speeches of the representatives of the groups that did not speak
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Helping Neighbors Near and Far
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The Scientology Volunteer Ministers (VMs) recently organized a cleanup operation in Rome and another of their teams provided flood relief in Florence. ROME, ROME, ITALY, November 15, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ — Scientologists in Italy often participate in helping their communities during local disasters, by joining their Volunteer Ministers program. The Scientology Volunteer Ministers Program was launched over 30 years ago by L. Ron Hubbard, founder of Scientology, as a way to help people suffering from disasters and injustice. As Hubbard said, “If one does not like the crime, cruelty, injustice and violence of this society, he can do something about it.”(1) A recent example;
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After the conflict, war crimes must be prosecuted as a matter of urgency
By Guest Author
For 75 years now, Israel has been trying to reconcile its policies with those of its regional environment. In recent weeks, this far from easy task seems to have turned into an almost impossible mission. Because Israel rejects all the United Nations resolutions, imposing not only the withdrawal from the territories occupied since 1948, the Palestinian question has been radicalized year after year to arrive at this polarisation today which divides more than ever two societies that want to be done with each other. Zionism, which had its origins in the creation of a State of Israel in Palestine, no
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An urgently needed ceasefire and the release of the hostages: Qatar is a key player
By Guest Author
It will soon be a month since Hamas carried out its attack in southern Israel, killing nearly 1,400 people. Since then, Israel’s response has been an endless bombardment of a territory that was already bloodless before the war resumed. The first victims were more than 7,000 Palestinians, half of them children. Despite international protests, Israel continues to wage war on the civilian population without being really sure of finally defeating Hamas. To this must be added the fundamental parameter of the 240 Israeli and foreign hostages still in the hands of the Islamists, who are being used as bargaining chips.
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Interfaith Harmony, Scientology attended the Hinduism Diwali at the European Parliament
By Newsdesk
The European representative of the Church of Scientology attended Diwali celebrations at the European Parliament, showcasing interfaith harmony.
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Metsola: “we have a duty to meet this moment”
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President Metsola emphasizes the responsibility of the Union to remain united and avoid further violence. The European Parliament condemns Hamas and advocates for sustainable peace. Support for Ukraine and addressing budget priorities are also discussed. The consequences of fragmented migration policies are highlighted.
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MEPs call for Treaty changes to enhance Parliament's role and propose EU-wide referendums
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The report comprising draft changes to the Treaties was endorsed by MEPs on Wednesday with 19 votes for, six against, and one abstention. The accompanying resolution was adopted with 20 votes for, six against, and no abstentions. MEPs reiterate their call to amend the EU Treaties and ask the Council to “immediately and without deliberation submit the proposals to the European Council” so that a Convention can be set up. Institutional reforms and a mechanism for EU-wide referendums MEPs are urging for a more balanced system that would enhance the role of Parliament and modify voting procedures in the
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Armenian Prime Minister: “We must move steadily towards peace with Azerbaijan”
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In his address, Mr Pashinyan expressed his staunch defence of democratic principles against the backdrop of the multifaceted crises Armenia has been confronted with in recent years, particularly highlighting the turbulent aftermath of the 2020-2021 war and border conflict with Azerbaijan. He sought to defy those claiming that Armenia is suffering because it is a democracy, instead saying that his country would be paralysed and lose its independence and sovereignty if it was not democratic. Referring to Azerbaijan’s recent attack and recapture of the breakaway region of Nagorno-Karabakh, he said that Baku did so in “fulfilment of its long-standing policy
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