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Published on 12:24 GMT

Violence and sexist harassment against female MPs ‘rife across Asia-Pacific’

Sexism, harassment and violence against women are rife in parliaments across the Asia-Pacific region, according to a damning report published on Tuesday that lays bare the scale of abuse faced by women in politics. Based on interviews with 150 female MPs …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on 07:53 GMT

Bangladesh’s future stuck in an inescapable past

“This was a destruction not of a house but of our history, of my history,” said a veteran of Bangladesh’s 1971 liberation war. He was speaking to me of the destruction on February 5 of the Dhaka home of Sheikh Mujib ur Rahman, Bangladesh’s first leader. …

Source: Asia Times - Neutral
Published on 07:01 GMT

Nepal’s political and economic uncertainty likely to continue

Nepal’s future is characterized by political instability, economic vulnerabilities and shifting alliances with India, China and the United States. Activists demonstrate in Kathmandu, Nepal, on March 14, 2025, demanding that international lenders cancel …

Source: Geopolitical Intelligence Services - Neutral
Published on 08:27 GMT

Resurgence of pro-monarchy forces in Nepal and India's role

Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli with his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi. India can play a subtle role in shaping Nepal’s secular discourse while respecting its internal sovereignty. (File photo courtesy: X@kpsharmaoli) By K S Tomar The resurgence of pro-monarchy …

Source: The South Asian Times - Neutral
Published on 01:57 GMT

World News | US Bill Seeks Sanctions on Pakistan's Army Chief, Demands Imran Khan's Release

Washington, DC [US], March 25 (ANI): A bipartisan bill introduced in the US Congress on Monday seeking to impose sanctions on Pakistan's Army chief, General Asim Munir, for his alleged role in persecuting political opponents, including former Pakistan …

Source: Latestly - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 24, 2025

Democracy as Disruption: A Rancièrean Reckoning in Nepal and South Asia

I. Introduction: The Unfinished Revolution In 2006, Nepal’s streets erupted in celebration as a 240-year-old monarchy crumbled. The People’s Movement promised loktantra—a democracy where power would flow from village squares to Kathmandu. Two decades later …

Source: New Spotlight Nepal - Uncategorized
Published on 02:23 GMT

US bill seeks sanctions on Pakistan's Army Chief, demands Imran Khan's release

A bipartisan bill introduced in the US Congress on Monday seeking to impose sanctions on Pakistan's Army chief, General Asim Munir, for his alleged role in persecuting political opponents, including former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, The Hill …

Source: The Economic Times - Label Pending
Published on Mar 24, 2025

Amartya Sen read Bangladesh wrong. And his faith in Yunus to revive the country is misplaced

If public debates are a fine Indian tradition, Amartya Sen has been its foremost exponent. It is not just his contributions to welfare economics for which he got the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences in 1998. Sen has written books, given public …

Source: The Print - Neutral
Published on Mar 23, 2025

Book Review | ‘Kathmandu Chronicle’: How India And Nepal Can Reclaim Their Relations

Last Updated:March 23, 2025, 19:26 IST The book reinforces the belief that a stronger Nepal is not just good for itself, but equally good for India and for maintaining peace in South Asia The authors make the book’s focus adequately clear through its title …

Source: News18 - Center-right
Published on Mar 22, 2025

Freedom House Rates Bhutan as South Asia’s Only ‘Free’ Nation

Bhutan was rated as the only “Free” country in South Asia by Freedom House, the US watchdog Earlier this month, Freedom House, the Washington-based pro-democracy research group published its latest report on democracy and human rights, Of the more than 200 …

Source: Business Bhutan - Neutral
Published on 10:04 GMT

Should marriage be a licence to rape?

Recently, the Supreme Court of India opined that existing laws on sexual and domestic violence are sufficient to protect married women, suggesting that a separate law on marital rape is unnecessary. (Representative Image) | Photo Credit: THE HINDU Welcome …

Source: Frontline - The Hindu - Uncategorized
Published on 09:51 GMT

Going after campuses is the toolkit of Trump, Netanyahu, Modi. Columbia University is latest

Academic freedom in the West has come a long way since astronomer Galileo was declared a heretic and imprisoned for challenging the Church’s view that the universe revolves around the Earth. Or has it? Columbia University caving to pressure from the Trump …

Source: The Print - Neutral
Published on 02:20 GMT

Bimstec to put regional ties to the test

On April 4, leaders from the seven countries surrounding the Bay of Bengal will converge in Bangkok to chart a common future amid dramatic shifts in the global geopolitical landscape. This 6th Summit of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral …

Source: Bangkok Post - Center-right
Published on 03:35 GMT

Fallout from Columbia Capitulation Fuels Fears about Academic Freedom

Jabin Botsford / The Washington Post Education Secretary Linda McMahon listens at the first Cabinet meeting of President Donald Trump’s second term in the White House on Feb. 26. By Martine Powers, Cate Brown / The Washington Post 11:54 JST, March …

Source: The Japan News - Neutral
Published on 12:19 GMT

Students, Direct Your Ire Where It Belongs

On Friday morning, March 21, Penn students and others protested at Penn President Larry Jameson’s private residence, accusing the University of “complicity” in a range of issues from the situation of Palestinians, violations of free speech, and inadequate …

Source: The Philadelphia Citizen - Pennsylvania - Label Pending
Published on 02:26 GMT

Min Aung Hlaing invited to regional summit in Bangkok; Myanmar crisis discussed at Thailand security seminar

Min Aung Hlaing invited to regional summit in Bangkok An anonymous source told Thai PBS that Burma’s regime leader Min Aung Hlaing is set to visit Thailand’s capital Bangkok April 3-4 to attend the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and …

Source: Democratic Voice of Burma - Neutral
Published on Mar 23, 2025

‘The structures of capitalism do not automatically help a democracy’: Political activist Tariq Ali

Nineteen-sixty-seven was a turbulent year. After the Arab World was shaken by the shocking defeat in the June War against Israel, Tariq Ali – political activist, writer, journalist, filmmaker – met Ghassan Kanafani, a Palestinian revolutionary poet and …

Source: Scroll.in - Center-left
Published on Mar 23, 2025

Armed forces ready to make any sacrifice for country’s freedom, President Zardari says on Pakistan Day

As Pakistan Day celebrations are underway on Sunday, President Asif Ali Zardari said Pakistan’s armed forces were ready to render any kind of sacrifice as he paid tribute to the armed forces and law enforcement agencies for giving unprecedented sacrifices. …

Source: Dawn - Center-left
Published on Mar 23, 2025

President, PM, Gilani, Bilawal greet nation on Pakistan Day

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari, Senate Chairman Yusuf Raza Gilani and PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, while facilitating the nation on Pakistan Day, urged every Pakistani to rise above differences, reject division and negativity, and work …

Source: The News International - Uncategorized

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 22:00 GMT

The AI Democracy: Power to the People

AI Democracy-Power to the People Open-source communities fuel 40% of machine learning breakthroughs. From high school coders to neural mapping AI is 4 everyone NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The AI Democracy: …

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Published on March 20, 2025 - 21:46 GMT

Sign ups soar as thousands join the conversation on California’s new deliberative democracy platform

Why it matters This marks a major achievement in creating a new option for Californians to have their voices heard. People who opted into the conversation are now engaging with each other and starting to set the priorities for the deliberation. Invitations …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 10:22 GMT

Tax breaks for tech giants a flawed approach, says NUJ

The union is deeply concerned about possible changes to the Digital Services Tax (DST) after Rachel Reeves, UK chancellor, confirmed she was considering tax breaks for US technology and social media giants such as Amazon, Google, Meta, and X. In an …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Recognizing Whistleblowers Awareness Day: Honouring Those Who Speak Truth to Power

Recognizing Whistleblowers Awareness Day: Honouring Those Who Speak Truth to Power OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 24, we will once again observe Whistleblowers Awareness Day, a time to recognize the courageous …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 21:25 GMT

Warner recognizes two James Monroe High School students for their effort to register classmates to vote

Charleston, W.Va. – WV Secretary of State Kris Warner hosted two student leaders from James Monroe High School (JMHS) as his honored guests at the State Capitol. Thomas Sibold and Hannah Jewell – both members of the 2025 graduating class at JMHS – were …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 19:33 GMT

Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Supporting Survivors: Governor Hochul Meets With Survivors of Domestic Violence ...

Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul convened a roundtable of survivors of domestic violences, advocates and local district attorneys to discuss New York State’s commitment and investments in combating domestic violence and supporting survivors. Governor …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 17:19 GMT

Minister Maropene Ramokgopa: United Nations Country Team Retreat

Program Director, Your Excellency, Mr Nelson Muffuh, Resident Coordinator of the United Nations in South Africa, Honourable Mr David Masondo, Deputy Minister of Finance, Your Excellency, Mr Claver Gatete, Executive Director of the UN Economic Commission …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 09:23 GMT

We need to stand up for the human rights of all people

Dear Fellow South African, Last week we observed Human Rights Day, a day that honours the 69 unarmed protestors who were killed by the apartheid police in Sharpeville on 21 March 1960. Since the advent of democracy, we have strived to build a society that …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 12:23 GMT

EIN Presswire Welcomes New General Manager to Lead Global Operations

Petra Megan to spearhead strategic initiatives, operations, and team development to drive continued growth WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EIN Presswire, a division of Newsmatics and a leading online news and …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 12:18 GMT

Gaza: The Abominable Desolation

Since October 2023, Israel has been carrying out ever-increasing violations of international law during its military operations in Gaza. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Abomination of the Desolation of Gaza …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 12:14 GMT

Jason Schenker’s New Book Cold War Two Becomes a #1 Best Seller

New Book is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon—Cold War Two: Navigating a New Era of Uncertainty for the Economy, Finance, Energy, Technology, Trade, and Supply Chain AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Geopolitical tensions …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Kouga Local Municipality launches SA’s first drone emergency response programme

Kouga Local Municipality has officially launched the continent’s first Drone as a First Responder (DFR) programme KOUGA, SOUTH AFRICA, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a trailblazing leap toward enhancing public safety and disaster …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Nurse Practitioners Call on All Federal Parties to Prioritize Equitable and Accessible Healthcare in Upcoming Election

VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Canada prepares for the next federal election, Nurse Practitioners (NPs) across the country are calling on all political parties to commit to building a more accessible, equitable, …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Rabbi Ye'ela Rosenfeld of Der Nister L.A. Teaches Course on Modern Israel for Jewish Spiritual Leaders' Institute

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rabbi Ye'ela Rosenfeld, spiritual leader of Der Nister - Downtown L.A. Jewish Center, will be teaching her course on Modern Israel for the Jewish Spiritual Leaders Institute. …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 08:17 GMT

RSU Research Week Opening Session highlights the interaction between medicine, technology, and behavioural science

RSU Research Week 2025 opened on 24 March with an ambitious plenary session focusing on the role of research, technology, and the human factor in healthcare. RIGA, LATVIA, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RSU Research Week 2025 opened on 24 …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 05:10 GMT

Sentriqs’ Glyph: The Ultimate Solution to Prevent Unauthorized Access in Sensitive Communications

SAVANNAH, GA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sentriqs is the pre- and post-quantum leader in secure communication solutions. Its Glyph solution is a state-of-the-art security platform designed to protect the integrity of …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 05:02 GMT

Todd J. Stein Petitioning Success Fuels a Vision New York’s Lenox Hill

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Petition season has been an exciting time for Todd J. Stein’s campaign for District Leader AD75, Part A. Having met with many constituents, Stein shared, “I’ve loved meeting …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 10:10 GMT

Statement of the OSCE Mission to BiH on media being prevented, restricted, or entirely prohibited from attending council ...

The OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission) notes with concern recent attempts to restrict or prohibit media access to parliamentary sessions across Bosnia and Herzegovina, including at the municipal level. Access to information and the ability to …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 20:39 GMT

ABBA Bail Bonds Provides Specialized Support for Domestic Violence Cases

ABBA Bail Bonds provides fast bail, a safe space, and life coaching for those facing domestic violence cases. Call (877) 330-5557 or visit abbabailbonds.com. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ABBA Bail Bonds, a …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 18:30 GMT

New Booklet Unveils a Legal Model for Recognizing Sri Lanka’s Tamil Genocide, Urges Global Action for Justice

The booklet situates the 2009 genocide within a broader pattern of post-1948 and includes policies like 1956 Sinhala Only Act, pogroms such as Black July 1983 RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A ground-truth-based …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 17:42 GMT

Jewish War Veterans Urge Department of Defense to Restore Holocaust Related Pages Amid Content Removal Concerns

DC, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 24, 2025, the Jewish War Veterans of the USA (JWV) National Commander Gary I. Ginsburg wrote to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to express concern about the Department of Defense’ …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 17:25 GMT

Scientific Coalition For UAP Studies Announces 2025 Annual Conference

SCU returns to Huntsville, Alabama, with former UAP Task Force Director Jay Stratton headlining the event. HUNTSVILLE, AL, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies (SCU) proudly announces its …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 16:50 GMT

Alona Lebedieva: Ukraine’s Exports Are Declining — and So Are Its Chances for Growth

KYIV, UKRAINE, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has downgraded its global economic growth forecast for 2025 from 3.3% to 3.1%. The figure may seem small, but for Ukraine, it …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 16:04 GMT

Whittington, Garrison, and Campbell: Challenges With Judging and Interpreting a Drug’s Launch Price (AJMC Commentary)

A new publication suggests that decision makers take both a product lifetime view and a broader societal perspective when judging and rewarding value creation. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Drug prices at …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 15:52 GMT

ALSO Youth Raises $35,530 at Sold-Out Tsunami Fundraiser to Support LGBTQ+ Youth in Sarasota & Manatee

ALSO Youth’s sold-out brunch fundraiser raised $35,530 to fund free LGBTQ+ youth support programs and mental health services in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ALSO Youth hosted a …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 14:22 GMT

Jason Schenker’s New Book Cold War Two Explores the Future of the U.S.-China Conflict And Is a #1 New Release on Amazon

New Book is a #1 New Release on Amazon - Cold War Two: Navigating a New Era of Uncertainty for the Economy, Finance, Energy, Technology, Trade, and Supply Chain AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Geopolitical …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Autism Behavior Services, Inc. President Visits Texas to Advocate for Expanded Autism Care

SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Autism Behavior Services, Inc. (ABSI) President, Andrew Patterson visited the great state of Texas in late February to advocate for expanding access to autism care services. During his …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 00:46 GMT

Illegal arrest and detention of Libyan Asset Recovery head reflects worsening Libyan corruption

Endemic corruption in Libya continues to deter foreign investment, cripple public services, and erode trust in government. In the past year, Libya fell to its lowest-ever ranking in Transparency International’s 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index, tying for …

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