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Termination of Low-Income Housing Inspection Contract Endangers Thousands

The Trump administration terminated a contract for inspecting low-income housing for safety hazards in February 2024, potentially endangering thousands due to cost-cutting measures, despite only $29 million of the estimated $285 million having been spent on the contract.

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German Man on Trial for Murder After Fatal Street Race

A 25-year-old man in Germany is on trial for murder and attempted murder after a fatal car accident caused by an illegal street race on July 2022 that killed a 21-year-old woman and seriously injured his passenger. The defendant, who admitted to the actions and expressed remorse, is facing significa...

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100,000+ Demonstrate Against Trump and Musk in Nationwide "Hands Off!" Protests

On Saturday, nearly 100,000 people participated in "Hands Off!" protests across Massachusetts and the US, targeting President Trump and Elon Musk's policies on government downsizing, the economy, and social issues, with no arrests reported.

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French Professor Forced to Leave Lecture by Pro-Palestinian Protesters

On April 1st, 20 masked pro-Palestinian students interrupted a lecture by French geographer Fabrice Balanche at Lyon-2 University, forcing him to leave and sparking condemnation from over 30 French academics; the incident followed a campus blockade and raised concerns about academic freedom and the ...

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\"Internet Access Reduces Female Genital Mutilation in Nigeria\"\

A recent study in Nigeria reveals that increased access to the internet, specifically 3G technology, has reduced female genital mutilation (FGM) by approximately 30%, primarily by challenging cultural norms around female sexuality and premarital sex, thereby undermining the rationale for FGM.

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Organized Groups Drive Surge in US Library Book Bans

The American Library Association's 2024 report reveals a shift in book banning efforts, with over 70% of attempts now originating from organized groups and officials, impacting access to books with LGBTQ+ themes and those addressing sensitive topics like drug addiction and sexual abuse; the report a...

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Russia Shifts Military Focus to Libya After Assad's Fall

After the Syrian Assad regime's fall in December 2024, Russia redirected its military and political focus to Libya, leveraging its relationship with Khalifa Haftar and his son Saddam to maintain a Mediterranean presence, exploit resources, circumvent sanctions, and influence European migration polic...

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Obama Defends Academic Freedom Amidst Federal Crackdown on Universities

On Thursday, Barack Obama addressed threats to academic freedom at Hamilton College, urging universities to resist government pressure, coinciding with the federal government's announcement to freeze \$510 million in Brown University grants due to concerns over antisemitism and pro-Hamas sentiments.

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EU Human Trafficking Cases Rise to Record High in 2023

In 2023, the EU reported 10,793 human trafficking victims—a 6.9% increase from 2022 and the highest since 2008—with 24 victims per million inhabitants; variations across member states reflect differences in detection capacity, not necessarily trafficking levels; most victims (64.1%) originated from ...

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Ukraine War: Children with Disabilities Face Heightened Risks

The war in Ukraine severely impacts children with disabilities, as exemplified by 14-year-old Eva in Kryvyi Rih whose epilepsy worsens during bombings, and the 1.8 million Ukrainians with disabilities needing humanitarian aid; support groups like "Litai" offer crucial assistance.

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Rat Sets World Record for Landmine Detection

Ronin, a giant pouched rat, set a world record by detecting 109 landmines and 15 unexploded ordnance in Cambodia between August 2021 and February 2025, showcasing the effectiveness of animal-assisted landmine detection in addressing the global landmine crisis.

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Language Barrier Exposes Healthcare Gaps for Indigenous Communities

In Oaxaca, Mexico, a Canadian embassy team and a Red de Intérpretes member discovered a 90-year-old indigenous woman misdiagnosed due to a language barrier; this highlighted the organization's crucial role in bridging communication gaps and advocating for indigenous rights in Mexico and the US, faci...

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