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The Plight of Ukrainian Children: A Call for International Action
On December 10th, UN Human Rights Day, the plight of thousands of Ukrainian children kidnapped and deported by Russia demands the undivided attention of the international community. The Brussels-based NGO, Human Rights Without Frontiers, has shed light on the urgent need for assistance as parents desperately seek ways to reunite with their children. In a
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United Kingdom’s Association to Horizon Europe: A Step Towards Global Collaboration in Research and Innovation
As of 1 January 2024, the United Kingdom has solidified its position as an associated country to Horizon Europe, marking a significant milestone in fostering collaborative research and innovation efforts with the European Union. This move grants UK researchers the opportunity to actively participate in the Horizon Europe program, alongside their counterparts from other associated
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Vladimir Putin’s Continuing Hold on Power
Vladimir Putin has made his intentions clear by announcing his candidacy in the upcoming presidential election in Russia, a move that reaffirms his grip on power for at least another six years. Despite the heavy toll of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and concerns about his government’s crackdown on dissent, Putin still commands significant public
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The War in Ukraine: Profiteering and Hostile Takeover Tactics
“War has always been a racket, and it is possibly the oldest, easily the most profitable, and, surely, the most vicious,” said Smedley Butler, once the most decorated US Marine in history before becoming an author and anti-war advocate. Before dying in 1940, Butler said that during his 33-year military career, he was primarily “a
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The Impact of Pending EU Artificial Intelligence Regulations on the Future of ChatGPT and Similar Technologies
European Union negotiations on comprehensive artificial intelligence regulations came to a halt after 22 hours of intense discussions, leaving unresolved issues pertaining to the rulebook for rapidly advancing technologies such as ChatGPT and similar services. European Commissioner Thierry Breton announced a temporary suspension of talks, which are set to resume on Friday morning in Brussels.
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G7 Nations Announce Ban on Russian Diamond Imports
G7 nations have recently made a significant decision to ban Russian diamond imports in an effort to impede Russia’s capacity to finance its invasion of Ukraine. This action marks a crucial step in the ongoing effort to curb the flow of resources that support the conflict. Despite the collective efforts of G7 and its European
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