Day: September 22, 2024

India and France’s Protests Against “Rape Culture”

On September 13-14, protesters in Paris and other major cities in France voiced their solidarity for Gisèle Pélicot, a women whose husband, Dominique Pélicot, is on trial for raping his wife and invited other men to do so. As per the latest reporting, Dominique said in court that “I am

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The US has Promised $202 million in aid to Bangladesh

The U.S. is set to give Bangladesh $202 million USD in international aid after fatal protests last month have caused massive upheaval. The U.S. has committed to supporting Bangladesh’s economic growth, institution building and development, in light of the recent ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina last month. This

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Confusion Reigns As Election in Algeria Portends Future Unrest

The President of Algeria, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, has been re-elected for a second term, in an election that produced a record low turnout and much criticism. Out of 45 million citizens in the country, last week’s election saw just over 5.5 million people cast a vote. Since his election after the

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World Nomad Games: A Unique Platform For Promoting Peace

The 5th World Nomad Games, taking place in Astana, Kazakhstan from September 8th to 13th, showcased traditional nomadic sports and cultures, drawing around 2,500 participants from 89 nations. More than just a sports event, these games serve as a vital platform for fostering international peace, unity, and cultural exchange. By

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Sudan’s Peace Talks: Can Reconciliation Heal A Broken Nation?

After 17 months of devastating conflict, Sudan’s leaders—General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan of the army and RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo—have expressed their willingness to participate in peace talks out of concern for the ongoing humanitarian crisis. This move follows U.S. President Joe Biden’s call for dialogue to end the war,

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