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#human-rights
Writing
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Rita Segato: The present is sinister. We are all threatened'

Rita Segato explores the systemic violence against women as a representation of power dynamics, linking it to broader issues of impunity and human rights.
Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

UNICEF says record number of children affected by wars DW 12/28/2024

UNICEF reports 2024 is disastrous for children in conflict zones with record casualties, displacement, and health crises worsening worldwide.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
US news

Trump's first 100 days supercharged a global freefall of rights', says Amnesty

Trump's first 100 days have significantly undermined global human rights and empowered authoritarianism.
Writing
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Rita Segato: The present is sinister. We are all threatened'

Rita Segato explores the systemic violence against women as a representation of power dynamics, linking it to broader issues of impunity and human rights.
Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

UNICEF says record number of children affected by wars DW 12/28/2024

UNICEF reports 2024 is disastrous for children in conflict zones with record casualties, displacement, and health crises worsening worldwide.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
US news

Trump's first 100 days supercharged a global freefall of rights', says Amnesty

Trump's first 100 days have significantly undermined global human rights and empowered authoritarianism.
more#human-rights
#pope-francis
France news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Pope Francis' Death Cuts a Vital Line of Hope for Gaza's Christians

Pope Francis maintained a nightly ritual of calling Palestinian Christians in Gaza, demonstrating his unwavering support and concern for their well-being.
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago
Right-wing politics

Is There Hope for Liberal Christianity?

Pope Francis’s legacy reflects a Church increasingly fragmented from his progressive vision amidst rising conservatism.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Europe news

The Guardian view on Pope Francis: an outsider who was a force for good in the world | Editorial

Pope Francis focused on the marginalized, challenged entrenched interests, and advocated for compassion within the Church, emphasizing engagement with global issues.
France news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Pope Francis' Death Cuts a Vital Line of Hope for Gaza's Christians

Pope Francis maintained a nightly ritual of calling Palestinian Christians in Gaza, demonstrating his unwavering support and concern for their well-being.
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago
Right-wing politics

Is There Hope for Liberal Christianity?

Pope Francis’s legacy reflects a Church increasingly fragmented from his progressive vision amidst rising conservatism.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Europe news

The Guardian view on Pope Francis: an outsider who was a force for good in the world | Editorial

Pope Francis focused on the marginalized, challenged entrenched interests, and advocated for compassion within the Church, emphasizing engagement with global issues.
more#pope-francis
Startup companies
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

No, you're not fine just the way you are: time to quit your pointless job, become morally ambitious and change the world

Moral ambition drives individuals to pursue meaningful careers that address global challenges rather than settling for uninspiring jobs.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Talking Honestly With Kids (and Yourself) in Tough Times

Honesty without hopelessness is essential for navigating complex global challenges, providing support and fostering connection among individuals.
#public-health
Public health
from99% Invisible
3 weeks ago

Everything Is Tuberculosis - 99% Invisible

John Green's new book explores tuberculosis, its history, and the ongoing global health issue.
Despite being curable, tuberculosis still kills over a million people yearly.
The book discusses how foreign policy and corporate greed hinder TB treatment.
fromwww.dw.com
2 years ago
Miscellaneous

A brief history of the toilet DW 11/19/2022

World Toilet Day highlights the global sanitation crisis affecting 3.6 billion people without safe sanitation.
Public health
from99% Invisible
3 weeks ago

Everything Is Tuberculosis - 99% Invisible

John Green's new book explores tuberculosis, its history, and the ongoing global health issue.
Despite being curable, tuberculosis still kills over a million people yearly.
The book discusses how foreign policy and corporate greed hinder TB treatment.
fromwww.dw.com
2 years ago
Miscellaneous

A brief history of the toilet DW 11/19/2022

World Toilet Day highlights the global sanitation crisis affecting 3.6 billion people without safe sanitation.
more#public-health
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Unjustifiable' Israeli attacks must end, warns Streeting after Gaza ceasefire broken

A UK minister condemned Israeli actions in Gaza, citing the breakdown of a ceasefire and significant Palestinian casualties.
The Independent provides crucial journalism on pressing global issues without paywalls.
US news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Fact check: How to spot fabricated news reports DW 03/21/2025

Media spoofing is on the rise globally, with reputable outlets being mimicked to spread disinformation.
Europe news
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Photos of the Week: Koala Care, Dinosaur King, Fuego Volcano

The article highlights various global events showcasing culture, tradition, and social issues from different countries.
#ukraine
Russo-Ukrainian War
World leaders commemorate three years since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, highlighting its ongoing impact.
Escalating violence in the West Bank leads to mass Palestinian displacement amid Israeli military actions.
Turkey responds to egg shortages by exporting to the US, amidst rising prices from bird flu.
fromHackernoon
4 years ago
DevOps

2024: A Retrospective | HackerNoon

Ukraine's fight for survival is a crucial matter that requires global support and vigilance against oppressive regimes.
After losing a job unexpectedly, resilience and proactive job searching can lead to new opportunities.
Russo-Ukrainian War
World leaders commemorate three years since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, highlighting its ongoing impact.
Escalating violence in the West Bank leads to mass Palestinian displacement amid Israeli military actions.
Turkey responds to egg shortages by exporting to the US, amidst rising prices from bird flu.
fromHackernoon
4 years ago
DevOps

2024: A Retrospective | HackerNoon

Ukraine's fight for survival is a crucial matter that requires global support and vigilance against oppressive regimes.
After losing a job unexpectedly, resilience and proactive job searching can lead to new opportunities.
more#ukraine
Miscellaneous
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Some Inconvenient Truths About Antisemitism and the Left

The responses from university leaders highlight an alarming trend in confronting antisemitism on campuses during a global surge in hate.
#world-economic-forum
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Inside Davos: Photos from the World Economic Forum, where world leaders and execs go to network and party

The 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos highlighted important global discussions alongside a lively atmosphere of networking and protests.
from48 hills
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

In Davos, even some millionaires realize that economic inequality is a threat to democracy - 48 hills

Wealthy participants at Davos acknowledge the need for higher taxes on the rich to combat global issues, marking a shift in discourse.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Inside Davos: Photos from the World Economic Forum, where world leaders and execs go to network and party

The 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos highlighted important global discussions alongside a lively atmosphere of networking and protests.
from48 hills
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

In Davos, even some millionaires realize that economic inequality is a threat to democracy - 48 hills

Wealthy participants at Davos acknowledge the need for higher taxes on the rich to combat global issues, marking a shift in discourse.
more#world-economic-forum
fromwww.london-unattached.com
3 months ago
Writing

The Conversation: A novel way of shaking up London's talk scene

The Conversation is an interactive event that fosters audience participation in discussions about critical global issues.
fromSecuritymagazine
3 months ago
Information security

Lessons from the Security 500 Conference: The good, the bad, and the ugly

Effective leadership is about inspiring teams with a shared vision.
Toxic leadership can drive away talented employees.
Global events require organizations to adapt and respond swiftly.
#unicef
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Almost one in five children live in conflict zones, says Unicef

Nearly 20% of the world's children now live in conflict zones, a significant increase posing severe risks to their safety and well-being.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Eight times more children will face extreme heatwaves by 2050s, Unicef says

The climate crisis will expose eight times more children to extreme heatwaves and three times more to river floods by the 2050s.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Almost one in five children live in conflict zones, says Unicef

Nearly 20% of the world's children now live in conflict zones, a significant increase posing severe risks to their safety and well-being.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Eight times more children will face extreme heatwaves by 2050s, Unicef says

The climate crisis will expose eight times more children to extreme heatwaves and three times more to river floods by the 2050s.
more#unicef
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Greta Thunberg on Gaza: This has shown the true colours of the world

Greta Thunberg emphasizes the urgent need for real policy to combat the climate crisis and addresses the interconnectedness of social issues.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
UK politics

Margaret Hodge appointed UK anti-corruption champion to tackle flow of dirty money'

Margaret Hodge's appointment as the UK's anti-corruption champion emphasizes a renewed focus on tackling global corruption and address money laundering.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Nation
6 months ago

We Are Failing Children Around the World With Our War-Making

War significantly endangers children's safety, with millions affected by armed conflicts and a troubling rise in violence against them.
Business
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

The housing crisis is global. What are other countries doing about it? | Alan Kohler

The global housing crisis is pervasive, with a critical need for affordable homes and varying responses by countries.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago

A proposal to tax the uber-rich is gaining traction. But there are skeptics

A proposal about a global wealth tax affecting the wealthiest 3,000 individuals, aiming to address tax evasion and distribute wealth towards global issues.
NYC LGBT
fromNBC New York
10 months ago

Parties and protests mark the culmination of LGBTQ Pride month in NYC and beyond

LGBTQ+ Pride celebrations serve as both jubilant parties and political protests, addressing recent anti-LGBTQ+ laws and reflecting tensions over various global issues.
fromMedium
10 months ago
Data science

The role of systems in decision making

Norman Door illustrates the incongruence between signal and function in design.
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