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Africa Bitcoin Conference launches Diaspora Edition in Boston to unite Africans for financial freedom & innovation
EIN Presswire
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July 10, 2025
ABCD is more than a conference; it’s a rallying call to the African diaspora whose remittances, investments & advocacy fuel Africa’s growth. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The organizers of the Africa Bitcoin...
NUJ expresses concern over Ireland’s Defamation (Amendment) Bill
National Union of Journalists
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July 9, 2025
The union is among 29 organisations urging the Seanad to act over anti-SLAPP provisions. The union is signatory to the statement below. On 2 July, the Dáil passed the Defamation (Amendment) Bill by 83 votes to 61. The undersigned organisations are...
Deputy Minister Steve Letsike hosts a stakeholder engagement to address the persistent ongoing scourge of teenage pregnancy in South Africa, 9 Jul
South African Government
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July 9, 2025
The Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) will host a stakeholder engagement to address the persistent ongoing scourge of teenage pregnancy in South Africa on Wednesday, 09 July 2025. Teenage...
Spain Initiates Criminal Investigation into Netanyahu Over Gaza Aid Vessel Attack
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Spain’s National Court initiated a criminal investigation on Tuesday targeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Foreign Minister Israel Katz, and top military leaders for their suspected roles in war crimes and crimes against...
New English Edition of Award-Winning Chronicle 'Suma Paz' Sheds Light on the Fight for Environmental Justice
EIN Presswire
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July 8, 2025
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Author Elvira Sánchez-Blake and translator Laura Kanost are proud to announce the release of the English edition of "Suma Paz: A Chronicle of Love and Peril in Defense of Nature,"...
Webinar: 'Fighting back builds union power' on how unions are responding to the anti-LGBTI agenda
National Union of Journalists
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July 9, 2025
The International Network of Anti-Fascist Trade Unions (INAFTU) and the Council of Global Unions (CGU) LGBTI Coordinating Committee, of which the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) is part, will host a webinar entitled 'Fighting back...
Anti-government protests cause death of eleven people in Kenya
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) At least 11 individuals have lost their lives, with many others—both civilians and police officers—injured in the most recent round of anti-government protests across Kenya, as reported by authorities in the country. These fatalities add...
Deputy Minister Mmapaseka Letsike addresses scourge of teenage and adolescent pregnancy, 9 Jul
South African Government
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July 8, 2025
The Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) will host a stakeholder engagement to address the persistent ongoing scourge of teenage pregnancy in South Africa on Wednesday, 09 July 2025. Teenage...
Federal Trial Set to Address Trump’s Crackdown on Pro-Palestinian Academics
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) A federal court in Boston is set to hear a pivotal trial on Monday addressing a lawsuit that contests President Donald Trump’s intensified efforts to deport foreign students and academics engaged in pro-Palestinian activism, media...
Deputy Minister Seiso Joel Mohai: Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
South African Government
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July 8, 2025
Honourable Chairperson of the Session, Honourable Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Ms Maropene Ramokgopa Honourable Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Ms Teliswa...
Media reports ‘drunken’ Congolese soldier kills colleagues in altercation
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) A soldier in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s armed forces, reportedly intoxicated, fatally shot at least five comrades, local media report. The incident took place Tuesday morning in Mungazi, North Kivu province, a region long troubled...
Supporters Rally to Back Pro-Palestine Leaders Facing Charges
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) On Monday, supporters rallied outside Westminster Magistrates’ Court to back two prominent pro-Palestine activists facing public order charges linked to a January demonstration. The protest highlighted widespread disapproval of government...
Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga: Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
South African Government
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July 8, 2025
Theme: “From Mandates to Meaning: Advancing Inclusion through Law, Budget and Action” Honourable House Chairperson, Deputy Minister Honourable Steve Letsike, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee Honourable Lizel Van Der Merwe, Honourable Members...
Media reports Spanish islanders demanding dismissal of Germans
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Tensions over mass tourism and housing shortages in Spain have sparked a wave of anti-foreigner actions on the island of Mallorca, where activists reportedly defaced businesses and cars owned by German expatriates, Mallorca Zeitung...
Trends and Updates from the 2025 Proxy Season
The Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance
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July 9, 2025
2025 Proxy Season Highlights FEWER PROPOSALS, LESS SUPPORT There has been a drastic reduction in the overall number of shareholder proposals, in part due to the SEC’s willingness to grant no-action relief after publication of SLB 14M, coupled with...
Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts: Unveiling of new viewing deck and refurbished bridge at Lowveld National Botanical Garden
South African Government
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July 8, 2025
Professor Edward Nesamvuni, Chairperson of the Board for the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI), Chief Executive Officer of SANBI, Mr Shonisani Munzhedzi, Deputy Director General of the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the...
Opposition MP says Moldova is becoming pro-EU police state
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) A leading opposition figure in Moldova has condemned what she described as a violent and politically motivated police response to Orthodox Christian demonstrators during an anti-LGBTQ protest in Chisinau. Videos from the Sunday incident...
Deputy Minister Andries Nel: South African Human Rights Commission disinformation workshop
South African Government
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July 9, 2025
Programme Director, The Chairperson of the Commission, Rev Chris Nissen, Commissioners of the South African Human Rights Commission, Distinguished guests, Thank you to the Commission for the opportunity to make a few introductory remarks and also...
Brunswick Corporation Schedules 2025 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 9, 2025
METTAWA, Ill., July 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) will release its 2025 second quarter financial results on Thursday, July 24, 2025 before the market opens by way of an advisory release, notifying the public that...
'Big Beautiful Bill' and Federal Defunding of Key Agencies to Expand Detention and Surveillance
EIN Presswire
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July 7, 2025
At a time when the national debt has ballooned beyond $35 trillion, the bill does nothing to address fiscal responsibility HERNDON, VA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- NOVAHCC Raises Alarm Over “Big Beautiful Bill” and Federal...