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Published on May 5, 2024
Need to retain democracy which everyone feels is in danger: Shahu Maharaj
Kolhapur: Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj, a descendant of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, who has taken political plunge this Lok Sabha Elections, on Sunday said that India needs to "retain" democracy and "protect" Constitution as it is in …
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Published on May 7, 2024
Medal haul by Team South Africa at Olympics
Reading Time: 4 minutesTwo years after the country’s first democratic elections, swimmer Penny Heyns and long-distance runner Josiah Thugwane, won gold medals at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games. Since then, many other athletes have added to the country’s …
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Published on May 5, 2024
Corruption a blot on democracy. It’s fuelled by high price of elections—Sam Pitroda
Misuse of public office for private gain is yet another rampant phenomenon in many democracies. In fact, many countries seem to be witnessing a vicious cycle where corruption undermines democratic institutions, and that, in turn, weakens institutions which …
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Published on May 5, 2024
Trudeau acknowledges charges in Nijjar killing, notes importance of democracy
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has acknowledged the charges laid Friday in relation to the murder of B.C. Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Speaking Saturday at a Sikh Foundation of Canada gala at the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Trudeau said …
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Published on May 7, 2024
The Great Indian Election Campaign
In the epic finale to our “Road to ’24” elections series, we cover the world’s largest democratic election in India and highlight some of the issues and controversies surrounding the campaign. We are joined by Kavita Chowdhury and Milan Vaishnav, who help …
Source: The Diplomat - Neutral -
Published on May 5, 2024
America, Iran and the Abuse of Democracy, Human Rights
“One of the shrewdest ways for human predators to conquer their stronger victims is to convince them steadily with propaganda that they are still free.” N. A. Scott, American author. Every human being currently living on earth came to this world and saw …
Source: The News Chronicle - Neutral -
Published on May 5, 2024
U.S. must remain a leader of democracy in world
At one time, very recently, the United States’ democracy was looked on by free nations around the world as the model for freedom, prosperity and peace. Now, recently, there are questions about the direction the United States is headed in. Many of our …
Source: The Herald - Washington State - Neutral -
Published on May 4, 2024
Student encampments have the potential to strengthen US democracy
Three things are certain: antisemitism is on the rise; hatred of Muslims is increasing; and everyone – but especially those at universities with time to reflect – should be very, very troubled by this. Without taking account of the hate waves, it is …
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Published on May 4, 2024
I teach democracy at Princeton. Student protesters are getting an education like no other
Teaching an undergraduate class on democracy at Princeton University’s School of Public and International Affairs this semester has felt urgent and clarifying. In the classroom, we’ve been looking at backsliding and the slow corrosion of democratic norms …
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Published on May 2, 2024
Active Clubs: A new far-right threat to democratic elections
Across North America and Europe, the far-right Active Clubs movement is expanding at an unprecedented pace, presenting new threats to democratic elections and minorities. With a network of decentralised cells in most states in the United States and …
Source: Al Jazeera - Pro-Government -
Published on May 4, 2024
Tenants' terror inside evacuated tower block that's been 'let down by democracy'
Barton House in Bristol was evacuated over safety fears in November, but while many tenants have returned they say they are terrified the tower block is still not fit for purpose Residents at th Bristol tower block say they're not satisfied their homes …
Source: Daily Mirror - Left-wing -
Published on May 5, 2024
Reactionary Democracy
How do mainstream politicians and pundits contribute to the normalisation of far-right ideas, even as they claim to reject racism and populism? That’s one of many vital questions asked by Aaron Winter and Aurelien Mondon in their book, Reactionary …
Source: Novara Media - Left-wing -
Published on May 5, 2024
Unmasking BJP’s Scheming: A Threat to Indian Democracy
As India gears up for the Lok Sabha Elections in 2024, the political landscape is fraught with tension and intrigue, particularly concerning the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its relentless pursuit of power. Under the guise of nationalism and Hindu …
Source: South Asia Journal - Neutral -
Published on May 5, 2024
Constitution's supremacy, democracy on trial next week
ISLAMABAD: The upcoming week is poised to have a significant bearing on constitutional supremacy and democracy in the country as the Supreme Court tackles high-stakes matters. A three-judge bench, headed by Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah and including …
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Published on May 5, 2024
Deepen democracy, media urged
British High Commissioner Fiona Ritchie has challenged journalists to write more stories on democracy as one way of sensitizing Malawians to their rights. She was speaking in Mangochi yesterday during the World Press Freedom Day (WPFD) commemoration, held …
Source: The Nation (Malawi) - Neutral -
Published on May 5, 2024
Democracy Dying in the Party Kongress
May 05, 2024 Dem Boys Seh, Features / Columnists, News Kaieteur News – Dem boys seh, today’s Party Kongress ain’t a choice, it’s a charade. It’s like asking a man if he prefers to breathe or suffocate. The ruling party, in all its glory, is putting on …
Source: Kaieteur News - Neutral -
Published on May 7, 2024
Reliance Industries Seek U.S. Nod To Revive…
New Delhi, May 7 (KNN) Indian oil refining giant Reliance Industries has resubmitted an application to the United States government requesting authorisation to import crude oil fr0m sanctions-targeted Venezuela, according to three sources familiar with the …
Source: Knowledge & News Network - Neutral -
Published on May 5, 2024
And They Call It Democracy..
by Michael Novick, Anti-Racist Action-Los Angeles/People Against Racist Terror (ARA-LA/PART) The quadrennial spectacle called the US presidential election is well-underway, with the candidates of the two major capitalist parties blatantly fore- …
Source: Change Links - California - Label Pending
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Published on May 8, 2024 - 02:44 GMT
Preserving democracy focus of McCain Institute Sedona Forum
Celebrating democracy — and the need to preserve it — was the focus of the 2024 McCain Institute Sedona Forum held over the weekend. This year’s forum, titled “Securing Our Insecure World,” examined the greatest challenges to democracy, human rights and …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 23:07 GMT
Countering Disinformation: Democracy Under Seige
The growing cyber, foreign interference, and disinformation threat from hostile state and non-state actors motivates a call for Australia to use all tools of statecraft to help shape the information space. An AP4D paper offers 14 pathway suggestions. The …
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Published on May 2, 2024 - 11:35 GMT
Minister Maropene Ramokgopa hands over 30-Year Review Report of South Africa’s democracy to President Cyril Ramaphosa, 8 ...
Minister in the Presidency responsible for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Ms Maropene Ramokgopa, will handover the 30-Year Review Report of South Africa’s democracy to President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guest House, in …
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Published on May 5, 2024 - 01:32 GMT
CINCINNATI NAACP LAUNCHES MOBILE CIVIC ENGAGEMENT UNIT
Fair government representation is essential to democracy. Cincinnati NAACP launched a civic strategy with a mobile unit to engage residents in voting. CINCINNATI, OHIO, UNITED STATES, May 4, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Securing voting rights and …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 20:28 GMT
I Am Little Haiti Exhibit at Green Space Miami May 11-August 10, 2024
"I Am Little Haiti" exhibit at Green Space Miami, May 11-August 10, 2024. Presented by The Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab-FIU & Iris PhotoCollective. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Every day another …
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Published on May 8, 2024 - 00:38 GMT
NCLA Defeats Motion to Dismiss, Wins Expedited Discovery in Suit Alleging State Dept. Censorship
Washington, D.C., May 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas denied nearly all of the government’s motion to dismiss NCLA’s lawsuit, The Daily Wire, The Federalist, Texas v. State Dept., which alleges …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 16:59 GMT
President Biden Salutes NAREB Building Black Wealth Tour, Citing “Tireless Efforts” to Promote Black Homeownership
NAREB seeks to connect with over 2 million Black mortgage-ready renters who are not yet homeowners and other families and individuals in communities nationwide WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In a letter to the …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 21:48 GMT
Ties that bind: A Transatlantic approach to investment screening and economic security
WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Today, the CELIS Institute, in collaboration with the Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE), hosted a key event, focusing on investment screening and national security …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 19:45 GMT
Demolition Event: Jackson Music Makes Way for City of South Fulton Police Department Headquarters
Old National Corridor slated to be the home of Police Department Headquarters in 2026 SOUTH FULTON, GEORGIA, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- City of South Fulton Council Members from District 5, Keosha B. Bell, District 6, …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 18:07 GMT
Polygraf AI Unveils AI Content Detection to Combat Disinformation
AUSTIN, TEXAS, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Polygraf AI, a leading data validation and data leakage protection company, today announced the launch of its latest product, AI Content Detection. This announcement follows the …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 17:24 GMT
Martha Stokes CMT to Teach at Synergy Traders Event Hosted by TimingResearch on May 9, 2024
Attend this webinar to learn about the Psychology of the Inside Market Action and gain insights into trading like a professional. COVINGTON, WASHINGTON, USA, May 7, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Martha Stokes CMT, well-known technical analyst, …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 17:22 GMT
Sid Miller, Texas Agriculture Commissioner, and Ted Nugent Endorse Stephanie Phillips for United States Senate
LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Just yesterday, the Phillips4Nevada Campaign announced that Stephanie Phillips has received two more endorsements towards her run for United States Senate in Nevada. These come on …
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Published on May 8, 2024 - 03:55 GMT
Advancing Australia’s Pacific and Climate Leadership in the G20
Today, Pacific Island nations are among the most vulnerable countries to climate change, and Pacific communities are subsequently on the frontlines of the climate crisis. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese acknowledged this fact when he recently …
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Published on May 8, 2024 - 03:47 GMT
Arrival Statement by H.E. Xi Jinping president of the People’s Republic of China at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport, ...
May 7, 2024 It gives me great pleasure to pay a state visit to the Republic of Serbia at the warm invitation of President Aleksandar Vučić. On behalf of the Chinese government and people, I would like to extend heartfelt greetings and best wishes to the …
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Published on May 8, 2024 - 03:47 GMT
President Xi Jinping and French President Emmanuel Macron Ho...
On May 7 local time, at the special invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron, President Xi Jinping flew from Paris to Hautes-Pyrénées for a visit in this department in southwestern France. President Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron arrived in …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 15:13 GMT
Promoting Mental Health Through Affordable Housing
K3 Holdings and Alpine LA Properties Commitment to Community Well-Being LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In recognition of May as Mental Health Awareness Month K3 Holdings (K3) and Alpine LA Properties (Alpine), …
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Published on May 8, 2024 - 00:38 GMT
NCLA Defeats Motion to Dismiss, Wins Expedited Discovery in Suit Alleging State Dept. Censorship
Washington, D.C., May 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas denied nearly all of the government’s motion to dismiss NCLA’s lawsuit, The Daily Wire, The Federalist, Texas v. State Dept., which alleges …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 12:00 GMT
Ventus Medical announces the submission of a novel electronic nicotine replacement therapy in the UK
A novel NRT for quitting smoking and vaping has been submitted to the UK medicines regulator for approval LIVERPOOL, UNITED KINGDOM, May 7, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Ventus Medical LTD announces that it has submitted a UK Marketing …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 12:00 GMT
United for America Super PAC Announces Leadership Transition, New Appointments, and Partnership with edYOU
UfA is working to revive the spirit of unity that once characterized this great nation; promoting empathy, mutual respect, and constructive engagement. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- United for America …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 11:45 GMT
OMV Executives Accused of Complicity in War Crimes
Austrian prosecutor is requested to open criminal investigation VIENNA, AUSTRIA, May 7, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- OMV executives accused of complicity in war crimes The Austrian Centre for the Enforcement of Human Rights International (CEHRI …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 23:07 GMT
Book Review: Evangelicals and Electoral Politics in Latin America
Taylor Boas convincingly argues that evangelical religious affiliations or congregations are not monolithic. This is due to different levels of religious practices, theological differences, and threats they may face, which is important for understanding …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 23:07 GMT
Countering Disinformation: Democracy Under Seige
The growing cyber, foreign interference, and disinformation threat from hostile state and non-state actors motivates a call for Australia to use all tools of statecraft to help shape the information space. An AP4D paper offers 14 pathway suggestions. The …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 18:58 GMT
MADD Canada félicite le gouvernement du Nouveau-Brunswick d’avoir renforcé ses lois sur la conduite avec capacités ...
OAKVILLE, Ontario, 07 mai 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MADD Canada félicite le gouvernement du Nouveau-Brunswick des mesures qu’il a prises pour améliorer la sécurité routière et sévir contre la conduite avec capacités affaiblies en renforçant ses pénalités …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 18:58 GMT
MADD Canada Applauds New Brunswick Government for Strengthening Impaired Driving Laws
OAKVILLE, Ontario, May 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MADD Canada commends the New Brunswick Government for taking steps to enhance road safety and combat impaired driving by introducing legislation to strengthen its administrative penalties and implement an …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 18:45 GMT
EU-Ukraine Defence Industries Forum bolsters cooperation between Ukrainian and European defence industries
On 6 May, the first EU-Ukraine Defence industries Forum took place in Brussels. The event was hosted by EU High Representative Josep Borrell and European Commissioner for Internal Market Thierry Breton, together with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 18:44 GMT
Azerbaijan: EIB Global and Bank Respublika sign €10 million loan agreement to boost finance access for small businesses
EIB Global, the arm of the European Investment Bank (EIB) for financing activities outside the European Union, has signed a €10 million loan agreement with Bank Respublika to support micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Azerbaijan. The …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 18:44 GMT
European Commissioner visits Kyiv to discuss resilience of Ukrainian energy system
European Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson held talks on 6 May with Ukrainian Energy Minister German Galushchenko in Kyiv to discuss ways to improve the sustainability of the Ukrainian energy system and preparation for the next heating season. “We have …
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Published on May 7, 2024 - 18:44 GMT
EU launches new communication campaign to showcase its support to Ukrainian civil society and media
On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, the EU has announced the launch of the all-Ukrainian communication campaign ‘Together We Act. Together We Are Europe’. This initiative aims to shine a light on the pivotal role of civil society and media in …
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