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Published on 06:00 GMT

Pope Leo XIV will focus on 'social teachings' of church: WA archbishop

Want to know how the first American pope might lead the Catholic Church? Look no further than his name. Seattle Archbishop Paul D. Etienne said Cardinal Robert Prevost's chosen name, Leo XIV, "tells us he will put the social teachings of the …

Source: Kitsap Sun - Washington State - Neutral
Published on 04:42 GMT

Graduating Student Profiles 2025

As we approach Commencement, YDS is sharing profiles of some of our graduating students. Photos and text by John Curtis. Ellen VanDyke Bell ‘25 M.A.R. When Ellen VanDyke Bell was seven years old, she told her family that she was going to be a lawyer. “I …

Source: Yale Divinity School - Connecticut - Center-left
Published on May 7, 2025

Clipper Race & UNICEF mark a decade of partnership

by Clipper Race 6 May 12:32 PDT Today, the leading child rights organisation, UNICEF, was announced as a Team and Charity Partner of the Clipper Race once again. 2025-26 edition of the Clipper Race will mark a decade of leading child rights organisation, …

Source: Sail-World - Pending
Published on 03:34 GMT

Trump has shut out refugees but is making White South Africans an exception

FILE - White South Africans demonstrate in support of U.S. President Donald Trump in front of the U.S. embassy in Pretoria, South Africa, Feb. 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Jerome Delay, File) Months after the Trump administration ground U.S. refugee admissions …

Source: Anchorage Daily News - Alaska - Neutral
Published on 02:17 GMT

President Trump floats cutting China tariffs to 80% ahead of weekend meeting

President Donald Trump on Friday floated cutting tariffs on China to 80% ahead of a weekend meeting as he looks to de-escalate the trade war. Top U.S. officials are set to meet with a high-level Chinese delegation this weekend in Switzerland in the first …

Source: KAKE - Kansas - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

AP News: The Latest: Trump floats cutting China tariffs to 80% ahead of weekend meeting

President Donald Trump on Friday floated cutting tariffs on China to 80% ahead of a weekend meeting as he looks to de-escalate the trade war. Top U.S. officials are set to meet with a high-level Chinese delegation this weekend in Switzerland in the first …

Source: EdGlenToday - Illinois - Pending
Published on May 9, 2025

The Pentagon Will Comb Through Medical Records to Find and Eject Trans Troops

In December 2024, the Defense Department said that there were 4,240 trans troops diagnosed with gender dysphoria on active duty out of two million active duty, national guard, and reserve service members, per The Guardian. However, the department …

Source: them. - New York - Pending
Published on May 9, 2025

Protests Mount Against ICE Detentions of Immigrant Farmworkers

In response to federal immigration enforcement targeting farmworkers and their communities around the country, the United Farm Workers union (UFW) organized a demonstration in New York today, challenging Trump administration immigration policies and …

Source: Civil Eats - Center-left
Published on May 9, 2025

One in Five Girls Globally Faces Sexual Violence Before Adulthood, Landmark Study Reveals

Watan-One in five women globally has experienced sexual violence before the age of 18, while one in seven men has also been subjected to it, according to a study published Thursday in The Lancet. The statistics—compiled by researchers at the University of …

Source: Watan - Indeterminate
Published on May 9, 2025

Roaming Charges: 100 Days of Turpitude

Still from Peter Greenaway’s The Cook, the Thief, His Wife and Her Lover. “We must learn to be loyal, not to ‘East’ or ‘West’ but to each other, and we must disregard the prohibitions and limitations imposed by any national state.” – EP Thompson + America …

Source: CounterPunch - Left-wing
Published on May 9, 2025

Trump administration is ‘actively looking at’ suspending habeas corpus, Stephen Miller says. See a recap.

By the Associated Press “I try not to play the ‘politicization of the pope’ game,” the vice president said Friday in an interview with conservative host Hugh Hewitt. “I’m sure he’s going to say a lot of things that I love. I’m sure he’ll say some things …

Source: The Boston Globe - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Cardinal Prevost is elected Pope Leo XIV

Cardinal Robert Prevost, a little known missionary from Chicago, was elected in a surprise choice to be the new leader of the Catholic Church on Thursday, becoming the first U.S. pope and taking the name Leo XIV. Pope Leo appeared on the central balcony of …

Source: ARY News - Indeterminate
Published on May 8, 2025

U.S. Cardinal Robert Prevost elected pope, takes name Leo XIV

1/3 Swipe or click to see more 2/3 Swipe or click to see more REUTERS/GUGLIELMO MANGIAPANE Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Prevost of the United States, appears on the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, at the Vatican, today. 3/3 …

Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Study finds early sexual abuse common among male and female survivors

Nearly one out of five women and one out of seven men aged 20 and older globally faced sexual violence as a child, according to a study published in The Lancet today. The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) at the University of Washington …

Source: Medical News - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Deportation flights to Libya would violate court order without prior notice, federal judge says

Seattle radio host Jason Rantz and content creator Natalie Beisner join 'Fox News @ Night' to compare photos of President Donald Trump and Biden, the media narrative around deportations and violent protests on University of Washington's campus. …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on May 8, 2025

People’s Peace Summit in Jerusalem, May 8 and 9. What kind of peace are we talking about?

Indeed: what kind? The question comes naturally, as we prepare to witness with bated breath the final showdown on every possible front: with the announced ground offensive in the Gaza Strip, with the Palestinians (already exhausted by the aid blockade, …

Source: Pressenza - Left-wing
Published on May 8, 2025

One In Five Women, One In Seven Men Sexually Abused Before Age 15 Globally: Lancet Study

New Delhi: Nearly one out of five women and one out of seven men aged 20, and older globally experienced sexual violence by age 15 or even younger, according to a study published in the journal The Lancet on Thursday. The research from the Institute for …

Source: Free Press Journal - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Global study reveals alarming rates of childhood sexual abuse: 1 in 5 women and 1 in 7 men affected

Daijiworld Media Network- New Delhi New Delhi, May 8: A recent study published in The Lancet has revealed a shocking reality: nearly one in five women and one in seven men globally experience sexual violence by the time they are 15 years old. Conducted by …

Source: Daijiworld News - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Language Access Continues to Be An Important—and Contested—Part of American Life

The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on the U.S. immigration system. One month after President Trump declared English as the only …

Source: Immigration Impact - Washington D.C. - Left-wing

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 16:14 GMT

NJ Latino Pastors & Ministers Coalition Backs Ras Baraka in Bid for Governor

More than 465 Hispanic churches unite in a single cry of faith, justice, and hope to back the candidacy of the leader who represents the voice of the forgotten NEWARK, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following the arrest of …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 16:39 GMT

Dr. Satpreet Singh Receives Business Leader of the Year – Finance Award at 2025 Business Frontier Conclave in Dubai

Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre Hosted Global Leaders in Business and Innovation with a Spotlight on Purpose-Driven Financial Leadership DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 25, 2025, Dr …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 19:28 GMT

Pope Leo XIV stands out not only for his American citizenship but also for his international background

(MENAFN) Pope Leo XIV, the first-ever pope from the United States, stands out not only for his American citizenship but also for his international background. Born in Chicago, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who took the papal name Leo XIV, spoke his …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 09:28 GMT

ICRC President: Respect for international humanitarian law key to breaking vicious cycle of conflict in eastern ...

At the end of a three-day visit to Rwanda and the DRC she said: “Now is the moment to break the vicious cycle of conflict that has condemned generations of civilians to endless suffering, loss, and displacement. Humanitarian steps taken now to protect …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 09:28 GMT

Evaluation of ICRC’s Athens Delegation 2016-2024

The ICRC’s Delegation in Athens closed at the end of 2024, after a decade of field operational presence in Greece. The evaluation of the ICRC Athens Delegation (2016-2024) assesses the relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of its programs supporting …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on May 10, 2025 - 09:28 GMT

War tore my family apart: One message brought us back together.

It wasn't until a few weeks ago, when my great-aunt shared a fragile, worn sheet of paper with faded blue ink, that I learned about my family’s desperation to stay in touch during World War II. The document was a brief Red Cross message, dated February …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on May 10, 2025 - 13:13 GMT

65,000 Children in Gaza Face Risk of Famine Amid Israeli Blockade

(MENAFN) Gaza's governing authorities issued a stark warning Friday, stating that over 65,000 children face immediate risk of famine due to Israel's ongoing siege and two-month blockade of crucial supplies entering the Gaza Strip. This blockade is …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 21:09 GMT

The Damascus-SDF agreement two months on: Fragile progress or delayed collapse?

On March 10, 2025, Ahmed al-Sharaa, the president of Syria, and Mazloum Abdi, the commander-in-chief of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), signed a historic agreement, ending a long-running divide between Damascus and the Democratic Autonomous …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 20:00 GMT

First 5 California and First 5 San Diego Announce Stronger Starts Statewide Day of Action with Family Event

First 5 California and First 5 San Diego hosted a joint event today to commemorate Stronger Starts Statewide Day of Action 2025 SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- First 5 California and First 5 San Diego hosted a joint …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 16:35 GMT

Statement from AMMWEC President and Founder Anila Ali on Rising Tensions Between India and Pakistan

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “As a Muslim woman, an American, and a tireless advocate for peace and coexistence, I must speak clearly: India and Pakistan are nuclear powers. There can be no winner in a nuclear …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 22:50 GMT

Less Cancer Calls on Congress to Exercise Compassion as DOGE Cuts Cancer Research and Prevention Initiatives

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Less Cancer, a 501(c)3 charity working to educate the public and create proactive public policies regarding cancer and cancer prevention, is calling on Congress and the public to …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 09:28 GMT

War tore my family apart: One message brought us back together.

It wasn't until a few weeks ago, when my great-aunt shared a fragile, worn sheet of paper with faded blue ink, that I learned about my family’s desperation to stay in touch during World War II. The document was a brief Red Cross message, dated February …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on May 10, 2025 - 09:28 GMT

ICRC President: Respect for international humanitarian law key to breaking vicious cycle of conflict in eastern ...

At the end of a three-day visit to Rwanda and the DRC she said: “Now is the moment to break the vicious cycle of conflict that has condemned generations of civilians to endless suffering, loss, and displacement. Humanitarian steps taken now to protect …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on May 10, 2025 - 09:28 GMT

Evaluation of ICRC’s Athens Delegation 2016-2024

The ICRC’s Delegation in Athens closed at the end of 2024, after a decade of field operational presence in Greece. The evaluation of the ICRC Athens Delegation (2016-2024) assesses the relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of its programs supporting …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on May 9, 2025 - 19:41 GMT

Author Christian Howard announces his revolutionary spirituality

He brings a new way to inspire and uplift everybody in our technological age NEWPORT BEACH, CA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With so many different teachings and now a new Pope, we wanted Howard to explain what was …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 19:32 GMT

Todd Johnson Honored by 90210 Enterprise with Conscious Leadership Legacy Award

Todd Johnson Recognized As a Man of God and Friend to the Jewish Community BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Written by Karen Hall, Emotional Intelligence Leadership Coach, Executive Producer Los Angeles Tribune …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 18:58 GMT

Saint Elizabeth University Celebrates Historic Selection of First American Pope, Leo XIV

Name Choice Signals Powerful Continuity of Catholic Social Teachings and Shared Mission of Human Dignity MORRISTOWN, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Saint Elizabeth University (SEU) proudly celebrates the historic election …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 18:23 GMT

THE DREAMCHILD FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES LINE-UP FOR THE 2025 HOODTALK MUSIC FESTIVAL: UNITY EDITION ON MAY 9 IN ACCRA, GHANA

Powered by Virtual Hub, StepNorth, Platinum Star Media Group, Inc., and Fly-Away Promotions, Inc, the festival kicks off at 7 PM (GMT) in Independence Square ACCRA, GHANA, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The DreamChild Foundation proudly …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 17:35 GMT

Justice Denied by Claudette Cupidon Reveals Legal Failures — Featured on the BrightWord Books Podcast

BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an era where wrongful convictions and judicial corruption continue to make headlines, Claudette Cupidon's compelling new novel, Justice Denied: The Price of Ineffective Counsel, …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 17:35 GMT

Join Jay Nolan Community Services for a Picnic in the Park Promoting Inclusion for Neurodiverse Individuals

Enjoy fun activities, food, and learn about new services for neurodiverse individuals in the Monterey Bay area. SANTA CRUZ, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jay Nolan Community Services, Inc. (JNCS) is excited to announce its …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 15:54 GMT

Al Mustafa Welfare Trust will Perform Qurbani in more than 25 Countries in 2025

Al Mustafa Welfare Trust supported over 3 million people in 2024 via Qurbani. In 2025, the mission continues with renewed passion, resilience, and compassion. HOUNSLOW, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Eid …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 15:53 GMT

President Emmanuel Macron and EU High Representative Kaja Kallas address I/P peacebuilders, with €18m in new EU funding

JERUSALEM, ISRAEL, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- French President Emmanuel Macron and EU High Representative Kaja Kallas address Israeli and Palestinian peacebuilders, with HRVP Kallas announcing €18m in new EU funding. On Friday, May 9, 2025, …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:50 GMT

Mindvalley announces Gwyneth Paltrow as keynote speaker at the Mindvalley Manifesting Summit in Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- the world's most powerful life transformation platform with a global community of changemakers today announced that academy award winning Actress, entrepreneur, and …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:44 GMT

Empowering Women Beyond Borders: Humanity Work’s Global Mission Continues and this time in Beverly Hills

LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Humanity Work, a trailblazing nonprofit organization based in Las Vegas, is making headlines today for its unwavering commitment to women's empowerment, proving that when it …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 13:40 GMT

Byscuit.com, plateforme canadienne de gestion des bannières de consentements, participera au Web Summit Vancouver 2025

Byscuit.com, chef de file canadien des plateformes de gestion de bannière des consentements numériques (CMP), est fier d’annoncer sa présence au Web Summit VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLOMBIA , CANADA, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Montréal, le 20 …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 12:58 GMT

From SPLIT to the White House: Fight For Life Club’s Mission to Save Lives, One Child at a Time

This May, the Foundation’s work was Invited to the 29th Annual Meeting of the Society of Pediatric Liver Transplantation and later welcomed to the White House WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Contact: Fight For …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Veterans' Champion to Headline South Florida Memorial Day Ceremony

Tom Ruck has devoted his life to honoring and uplifting America's veterans LAKE WORTH, FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Palm Beach County Veterans Committee is pleased to announce that Tom Ruck, a nationally recognized …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 11:05 GMT

Court House Lawyers Launches to Challenge the Legal Status Quo with a Client-First Approach in Southern California

GLENDALE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Court House Lawyers, a newly established firm in Glendale led by Managing Attorney George Mkrtchyan, Esq. has officially launched its legal services with an emphasis on Lemon Law and Personal …

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