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Democracy in Africa and Hopes, by Richard Odusanya

Is democratization feasible in Africa? That is the million dollars question that I wish to address. In this “recent wave of liberation” across the continent, Africa is rediscovering itself through intensifying struggles for DEMOCRACY. Thus, an over view of …

Source: Prompt News Online - Neutral
Published on May 4, 2025

Waqf bill passage in violation of Parliamentary rules: DMK to Supreme Court

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has filed an affidavit against the amended Waqf Act in the Supreme Court, questioning its constitutionality. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin's party has claimed that the bill was passed in violation of …

Source: India Today - Neutral
Published on May 4, 2025

It’s time Centre takes India Justice Report’s findings as a wake-up call

Dr BR Ambedkar once said “justice has always evoked ideas of equality, of proportion of compensation. In short, justice is another name of liberty, equality and fraternity...A just society is that society in which an ascending sense of reverence and …

Source: The Hans India - Neutral
Published on May 3, 2025

Dream of mass uprising will be shattered if unity destroyed: JSD

Dream of mass uprising will be shattered if unity destroyed: JSD Photo: BSS CHATTOGRAM, May 3, 2025 (BSS - Jatiya Samajtantrik Dal (JSD) General Secretary Shahid Uddin Mahmud Swapan today said if the unity of the anti-fascist forces is ruined, the dream …

Source: Bangladesh Sangsbad Sangstha - Pending
Published on May 3, 2025

Labor wins NT seats after tight race in Solomon

Long-term Northern Territory MP Luke Gosling has seen off a fierce challenge from his Country Liberal Party (CLP) challenger to hold the seat of Solomon for a record fourth term. Late on election night, the ABC called the NT's two seats of Solomon and …

Source: ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) - Neutral
Published on May 3, 2025

Malaysia climbs to 88th in World Press Freedom Index, but concerns over AI, laws remain

Wathshlah G. Naidu KUCHING (May 3): Malaysia has improved its standing in the Reporters Without Borders (RSF) World Press Freedom Index, rising from 107th place last year to 88th this year, according to the Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ). CIJ …

Source: Borneo Post - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

ERC calls for paid voting leave for workers

By Thandiwe Garusa THE Election Resource Centre (ERC) has called for the introduction of legislation allowing employees to take a leave of absence on polling day to vote, saying this removes electoral participation barriers. In a workers’ day message, ERC …

Source: New Zimbabwe - Neutral
Published on May 1, 2025

DISTRICT 1 RESULTS: Incumbent Sukh Kaur, candidate Patty Gibbons advance to runoff for San Antonio City Council

Find more election coverage on the Vote 2025 page. Julisa Medrano-Guerra 7436% Dominique "Domingo" Littwitz Dominique "Domingo" Littwitz 631% *Incumbent 100% of Precincts Reporting (246 / 246) UPDATE AT 10:55 P.M.: San Antonio City …

Source: KSAT - Texas - Neutral
Published on May 1, 2025

singapore Pritam Singh says ministers can continue serving Singapore if not re-elected: 'Singaporeans need not feel ...

In his nearly 30-minute speech to a packed crowd in Hougang on Thursday (May 1), Workers' Party secretary-general Pritam Singh made several counterpoints to what the People's Action Party (PAP) had said throughout the nine days of campaigning this …

Source: Asiaone - Indeterminate
Published on May 1, 2025

Yale’s Millstone Fellowship: Empowering the next generation of public servants

The smell of the Oval Office imprinted on Austan Goolsbee. In a tense meeting of advisers with President Barack Obama during the 2008 financial crisis, Goolsbee, Yale Class of ’91, presented an argument that was in the distinct minority. He recalls some …

Source: Yale University - Connecticut - Neutral
Published on May 1, 2025

The pretty European capital named the world’s happiest city in 2025

Sure, a city can have stunning galleries or brilliant food, but arguably the factor that will affect your experience the most are your interactions with its people – and there’s a good chance that they’ll be a whole lot friendlier if you’re in a happy city …

Source: Time Out - Neutral
Published on May 1, 2025

A unified Senate: Pakistan’s democratic response to rising tensions

At a time when the subcontinent teeters once again on the precipice of heightened tensions – following the tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir – the Senate of Pakistan rose as a beacon of democratic maturity, …

Source: Daily Times - Center-left
Published on Apr 30, 2025

In memory of Premadasa’s 32nd death anniversary The Premadasa development model

Premadasa’s activities helped build a new development model that adapted Western frameworks to our country President Premadasa’s political activities demonstrated numerous interventions that can be discussed across multiple levels In this article, I …

Source: Daily Mirror - Pending
Published on Apr 30, 2025

Introducing our Emerging Scholar Award authors

Dear readers, Last year New Mandala was pleased to be able to introduce our Emerging Scholar Award, an initiative aimed at promoting the dissemination of outstanding PhD research on Southeast Asia to a global readership, while building emerging scholars’ …

Source: New Mandala - Neutral
Published on Apr 29, 2025

Are Lombardo’s bills being introduced unusually late?

In today’s edition: How can resolutions move forward without committee votes? Are Lombardo’s bills tardy? Sharron Angle’s back From the Capital Bureau Chief: We’re more than two-thirds of the way through the legislative session, but there’s still a lot of …

Source: The Nevada Independent - Neutral
Published on Apr 29, 2025

Telecoms: 22 Years After, Nigeria Set To Review NCA 2003

Share After 22 years of its enactment, the Nigerian government and other stakeholders are set to review the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA) 2003, which is described as obsolete in coping with the new trends in the technology ecosystem and emerging …

Source: New Telegraph - Pending
Published on Apr 29, 2025

Accord Party announces free nomination forms for women, PWDs ahead of Lagos LG poll

The Accord Party in Lagos state has announced free nomination forms for female aspirants and people with disabilities (PWDs) ahead of the July 12 LG election. Dele Oladeji, chairman of the state’s caretaker executive committee, made the announcement on …

Source: The Cable - Neutral

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 01:06 GMT

Turkey at a Crossroads: Protests, Crackdowns, and the Future of Democracy

The arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu has sparked the largest wave of public protests in Turkey in over a decade, signaling a potential turning point in the country’s political trajectory. As the opposition rallies support and President Erdoğan …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 18:14 GMT

Half of Germans Support Ban on AfD

(MENAFN) Close to half of the German population is in favor of prohibiting the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party after it was labeled an “extremist” organization by the country's internal security service. This sentiment was captured in a …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 10:51 GMT

Government commemorates World Press Freedom Day

Government joins the international community in commemorating World Press Freedom Day (3 May 2025), a day that reaffirms the importance of a free and independent media in strengthening democracy. World Press Freedom Day serves as an opportunity to …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 10:01 GMT

Vance claims Germany ‘has rebuilt the Berlin Wall’

(MENAFN) US Vice President J.D. Vance has sharply criticized the German government's treatment of the right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, comparing it to rebuilding the Berlin Wall. His comments came after Germany’s domestic intelligence …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 09:02 GMT

Rubio describes Germany as ‘tyranny in disguise’

(MENAFN) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has strongly criticized Germany for labeling the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as "extremist," calling the move an affront to democracy. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Friday, Rubio argued …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 09:01 GMT

Berlin denies Rubio’s claims of ‘tyranny in disguise’

(MENAFN) Berlin has firmly rejected US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s claim that Germany is exhibiting “tyranny in disguise” after the right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party was officially classified as “extremist.” The German Foreign Ministry …

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Published on May 4, 2025 - 09:02 GMT

German intel organization describes AfD as ‘extremist’

(MENAFN) Germany’s domestic intelligence agency, the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV), has officially designated the right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as “extremist,” even as the party leads in national opinion polls …

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 19:54 GMT

Rubio Condemns Germany for Calling AfD ‘Proven Extremist Group’

(MENAFN) U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio harshly criticized Germany on Friday after the nation’s intelligence authority designated the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as a "proven extremist group." "Germany just gave its …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 06:34 GMT

After Clergy Arrested for Praying, Moral Monday Returns to U.S. Supreme Court to Confront Deadly Federal Budget

Faith leaders and impacted people to hold prayerful protest calling out a budget that will kill Medicaid, starve children, and abandon the poor WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Monday, May 5, 2025, at 11:00 …

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 18:59 GMT

AMMWEC and UPF Honor Pakistani Senator Kamran Michael for Championing Religious Freedom

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC), in partnership with the Universal Peace Federation (UPF), proudly presented awards to Pakistani Senator …

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 16:04 GMT

Statement by the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina on the Occasion of World Press Freedom Day

Sarajevo, 3 May 2025 – A free society depends on a free press. In recognition of World Press Freedom Day, the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission) reaffirms its continued commitment to defending the fundamental right to free and independent …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 20:59 GMT

Quin Christian and Eugene Rhuggenaath Engage in Exchange of Ideas in Washington for Curaçao’s Sustainable Development

A focus on sustainable development and future-proof investments WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During a visit with U.S. lawmakers last week, Quin Christian held a productive meeting with former Prime Minister of Curacao …

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 06:26 GMT

Many Citizens of Redington Beach Seeking Formal Complaints Regarding Alleged Retaliation by Local Officials

We The People Of Redington Beach Image REDINGTON BEACH, Fla., May 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Citizens for Fair Governance, a civil rights advocacy group representing many residents of Redington Beach, Florida, are seeking to file a formal complaint with …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

EIN Presswire’s Debut Edition of ‘Heard on the Streets': PR Expert Clears Up Important PR Misconception

Sherrie Handrinos discusses how to earn media coverage and the key differences between earned PR and paid placement WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the debut edition of “Heard on the Streets,” a new series on …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 14:32 GMT

President Trump Backs Italian Columbus as Notorious Historian Challenges Italian Columbus Myth and Fraud

President Trump revives Columbus Day as renowned historian dares to correct ancient misconceptions that have shaped American misunderstandings for generations. TRELEW, PANTAGONIA, ARGENTINA, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As President Donald …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 23:28 GMT

ThinkCareBelieve: Week 15 of the Trump Administration

Washington, DC, May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Link to ThinkCareBelieve's Article: https://thinkcarebelieve.blog/2025/05/02/week-15-of-the-trump-administration/ Article on Deportations, Criminal Aliens and Child …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 20:47 GMT

Empowering the Next Generation: OSCE Trains Over 3,000 Youth in Financial Literacy across Kyrgyzstan

For several years, the OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek (POiB) has been leading a sustained effort to promote financial literacy among youth in Kyrgyzstan. Through comprehensive training programmes held annually across the country, the POiB helps young …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 20:46 GMT

OSCE and EU support Central Asian states to safeguard non-profit organizations from abuse by terrorists

Ensuring a proportionate approach to combating the instrumentalization of non-profit organizations (NPOs) by terrorists in Central Asia was the focus of a workshop organized by the OSCE Transnational Threats Department and the EU Global Facility on Anti- …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 20:46 GMT

Building Climate Resilience: OSCE Chairpersonship Event in Vienna

VIENNA, 2 May 2025 – Over 140 participants from OSCE Participating States, Partners for Co-operation, OSCE Institutions, civil society, and international organizations gathered in Vienna for the "Resilient Together in a Changing Climate" …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 20:46 GMT

International observers to Romania’s repeat presidential election to hold press conference on Monday

BUCHAREST, 2 May 2025 – International election observers will hold a press conference to present their findings following the repeat presidential election in Romania. What: A press conference of the international election observation mission to the repeat …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 08:03 GMT

Navigate The Legal Landscape With Global Law Experts Comprehensive International Business Law Handbook

GLE’s International Business Law Handbook connects global businesses with top lawyers across 100+ countries and 35 practice areas for legal success. TX, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With businesses increasingly operating …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 04:38 GMT

Essay Contest Winners Celebrate Why They Like Carson by Showcasing Schools, Parks, Restaurants, and Community

CARSON, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The City of Carson hosted its annual “Why I Like Carson” Essay Writing Contest Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, April 30, 2025, at the Carson Event Center. The "Why I Like Carson" …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 11:38 GMT

OSCE strengthens law enforcement and judicial response to gender-based violence through survivor engagement and theater ...

On 28 and 29 April, the OSCE Transnational Threats Department, in co-operation with the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina, held a two-day training course on gender-based violence (GBV) for 24 police and judicial professionals from the Federation of …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 11:38 GMT

OSCE Chairperson and OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media reaffirm necessity of media freedom to mark World Press ...

VIENNA/HELSINKI, 2 May 2025 — On World Press Freedom Day, the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen and the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media (RFoM) Jan Braathu reaffirm the necessity of upholding media freedom in …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 21:16 GMT

National Bar Association President Issues Statement Condemning Trump Administration’s Attempt to Erase Black History

Wiley S. Adams denounces removal of key African American artifacts from the Smithsonian as a direct attack on truth and justice WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wiley S. Adams, President of the National Bar …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 19:27 GMT

Treatment Communities of America Celebrates 50 Years of Advancing Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery

For five decades, Treatment Communities of America (TCA) has been advocating for effective, person-centered substance use disorder treatment. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Treatment Communities of America (TCA), a …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 18:15 GMT

TMA Champions Myositis Awareness Month and Resolution in US House of Representatives

Rep. Rich McCormick (R - GA) introduces a resolution in the US House of Representatives supporting the designation of May as National Myositis Awareness Month. COLUMBIA, MD, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- May is Myositis Awareness …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 18:00 GMT

Great Visuals & Family Fun: First 5 California Hosts Stronger Starts for Children Day at Fairytale Town

First 5 California (F5CA) will host a press event to kick off a Statewide Day of Action focused on children getting the best possible start to life. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What: First 5 California (F5CA) …

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