10 Jun, 2026

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Türkiye’s COP31 Presidency Forges Strategic Alliance with IEA to Accelerate Global Clean Energy Transition Amidst Historic Energy Crisis

Nepal Suspends Legal Gender Recognition Progress Undermining Human Rights for Transgender Citizens

OPay Expands N1.2bn Scholarship Initiative Through Strategic Partnerships with Four Additional Nigerian Tertiary Institutions

Unlocking Real Estate Opportunities: Navigating the Lucrative World of Judicial and State Auctions

European Parliament Adopts Resolution Urging European Commission to Establish Consent-Based Legal Definition of Rape Across All Member States

What fossil fuels really cost us in a world at war

Türkiye’s COP31 Presidency Forges Strategic Alliance with IEA to Accelerate Global Clean Energy Transition Amidst Historic Energy Crisis

In a landmark move aimed at reshaping the global energy landscape, Türkiye’s COP31 presidency has formalised a strategic partnership with the International Energy Agency (IEA). This collaboration is designed to…
Eko Patrio

Nepal Suspends Legal Gender Recognition Progress Undermining Human Rights for Transgender Citizens

Authorities in Nepal have abruptly ceased the processing of applications for transgender individuals seeking to update their legal gender on identity documents, a move that signals a significant regression for…
Harry Rosadi

OPay Expands N1.2bn Scholarship Initiative Through Strategic Partnerships with Four Additional Nigerian Tertiary Institutions

In a strategic move designed to mitigate the rising cost of higher education and democratize academic opportunities for underprivileged youth, leading fintech giant OPay has officially formalized Memoranda of Understanding…
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Unlocking Real Estate Opportunities: Navigating the Lucrative World of Judicial and State Auctions

Buying property through judicial or state auctions is an increasingly popular strategy for individuals and investors seeking to acquire assets at prices significantly below market value. While the specific regulations…
Lana Amalia Parjono

European Parliament Adopts Resolution Urging European Commission to Establish Consent-Based Legal Definition of Rape Across All Member States

In a decisive move aimed at harmonizing judicial standards and strengthening protections for survivors of sexual violence, the European Parliament adopted a resolution on Tuesday calling for a fundamental shift…
Harry Rosadi

Colombia pledges to exit investment protection system after fossil fuel lawsuits

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The ISDS system, a mechanism embedded in more than 2,500 international investment agreements (IIAs) and bilateral investment treaties (BITs), allows foreign investors to sue sovereign states in private tribunals for policy changes that negatively impact their expected profits. While originally designed to protect investors from arbitrary expropriation in the post-colonial era, the system has increasingly […]

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Hiroshima: A City Reborn Amidst the Echoes of Atomic Devastation

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Weeks before the vibrant sakura blossoms began to unfurl, I arrived in Hiroshima. My intention was to confront the somber narrative etched into the very fabric of the Peace Memorial Museum, to brace myself for the weight of history, and to acknowledge the darker facets of the human condition, especially in an era where the […]

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FAA and Defense Department Establish Landmark Safety Protocols for High-Energy Laser Deployment in United States Airspace

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In a significant shift for domestic air defense strategy, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Defense (DOD) have finalized a comprehensive safety agreement that permits the regular deployment of high-energy laser weapons on American soil. The move, announced following a rigorous safety assessment, is designed to counter the escalating threat of low-cost, […]

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Global Leaders Gather in Berlin to Address Sudan Crisis as Three-Year Conflict Marks Devastating Toll on Civilians and Infrastructure

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International leaders and diplomats convened in Berlin on April 15, 2026, marking exactly three years since the outbreak of full-scale hostilities in Sudan. The high-level summit, hosted by Germany alongside the African Union, France, the European Union, the United Kingdom, and the United States, aims to address the deteriorating security situation and the catastrophic humanitarian […]

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Vance says best for Vatican to ‘stick to morality’

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US Vice President JD Vance has asserted that the Vatican should "stick to matters of morality," a statement that underscores the intensifying friction between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV concerning the ongoing conflict in Iran. The Vice President’s remarks, delivered during an interview with Fox News, advocated for a clear demarcation of responsibilities, […]

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Hong Kong Taxpayers Face Potential HK$28 Billion Bill from Defunct COVID-19 Loan Scheme Defaults

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Hong Kong taxpayers are facing a potential financial burden of nearly HK$28 billion (US$3.57 billion) due to defaults on loans issued under a now-discontinued government-backed scheme, initially designed to provide a crucial lifeline to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Special 100% Loan Guarantee, a prominent component of the SME Financing […]

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Senator Ruben Gallego Calls for Expulsion of Representative Eric Swalwell Amidst Sexual Assault Allegations, Leading to Swalwell’s Resignation

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The political landscape in Washington D.C. was rocked today by a dramatic series of events culminating in the swift resignation of Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA) after a former staffer accused him of sexual assault and Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) publicly called for his expulsion from Congress. The revelations have sent shockwaves through the Democratic Party […]

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Transitioning away from fossil fuels in an unstable world: how can Santa Marta deliver?

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As global leaders and climate experts gather in the coastal city of Santa Marta, Colombia, the challenge of navigating a just energy transition has reached a critical juncture. Against a backdrop of escalating geopolitical tensions, fluctuating energy markets, and a shortfall in international climate finance, the "Santa Marta Dialogue" aims to establish a blueprint for […]

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Bullrich: "Now is the time to invest"

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Patricia Bullrich, a national senator for the City of Buenos Aires, met with the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Argentina on Monday. Following the encounter, she tweeted: "The best employment is always created by the private sector: now is the time to invest, accompany, and generate opportunities." This statement from Bullrich underscores a core tenet […]

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Maritime Power at a Crossroads: Center for Maritime Strategy Urges Allied Integration Amidst Strait of Hormuz Blockade and Industrial Base Atrophy

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The United States Navy finds itself navigating a period of unprecedented operational demand and systemic industrial fragility as it enforces a high-stakes blockade of the Strait of Hormuz during the escalating conflict with Iran. Against this backdrop of heightened maritime warfare, the Center for Maritime Strategy (CMS), a nonpartisan think tank dedicated to national security […]

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