Arab-Israeli conflicts
Violence has intensified in East Jerusalem, with Hamas firing rockets deep into Israel after a deadline expired for Israel to withdraw its forces from the al-Aqsa mosque compound. The rocket fire, which came amidst growing tensions over planned evictions and restrictions at the mosque, has led to air strikes in
Palestinian Arabs
Tensions in Jerusalem simmered just below the surface for years, but Monday's clashes between Israeli police and Palestinians at the iconic Al-Aqsa Mosque ignited a powder keg of anger and deadly violence. The Hamas militant group responded with a rare rocket strike on Jerusalem, sending dozens of rockets
Youth
The tragic case of 15-year-old Stylianos, who took his own life in September 2019 after experiencing abject poverty, psychological problems, and domestic violence, continues to be investigated by authorities. Ombudswoman Maria Lottides has released a statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, calling for accountability
Youth
As the COVID-19 pandemic intensifies, a rising tide of violence against women and girls in India has sparked a national movement to combat this scourge. The #DNAFightsRape-Save the Evidence initiative, launched a year ago, has gained momentum, with students from Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) creating a musical composition
Murder
Palestinian Authority (PA) chairman Mahmoud Abbas has spoken out in support of recent violence against Israeli civilians, portraying it as a necessary act of self-defense to protect holy sites. In a speech on October 6, 2015, Abbas claimed that Palestinians were entitled to defend themselves against Israeli aggression, which he
Murder
A Guardian investigation has found that US deportations to Central America have led to a series of murders, with several individuals being killed just days or months after their return. The investigation has confirmed three separate cases of Honduran men who were gunned down shortly after being deported by the
Youth
A gathering of young people from various Zambian political parties has resulted in a joint declaration to renounce the use of violence against their opponents, instead choosing to emphasize peaceful debates and leadership roles. The resolutions, issued during a workshop facilitated by the Young African Leaders initiative, highlight the importance
Youth
Around 200 youngsters gathered at the Expo Centre on Sunday, holding the Pakistan flag and chanting slogans for establishing peace in the city. They were inspired by the Arab Spring and Anna Hazare's movement, and believed that the public and social media could change the system. The event
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Connecticut Governor Dannel P. Malloy will continue his jobs tour on Tuesday, June 28, 2011, visiting with Aerospace Components Manufacturers at Trumpf, Inc. in Farmington. The aerospace industry is a key sector in the state's economy, and Malloy's visit aims to capture new business opportunities for
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As the world's focus shifts towards the potential of the Latin America and Caribbean region, Secretary General Jose Miguel Insulza of the Organization of American States (OAS) emphasized the need to confront the fundamental issues of inequality and violence. The decade ahead, he believes, can only be successful
Youth
The scientific debate on the effects of video game violence on teenagers has intensified, with new research indicating that experts who argue that video games are harmful possess significantly more evidence and stronger credentials than their counterparts who defend the games' safety. A study analyzing the credentials of experts
Youth
President Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, hosted a summit at the White House to address the national bullying crisis, but efforts to curb bullying won't be effective without addressing the root cause: a lack of moral education and values in our nation's children. The problem
