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Progressive Leaders Highlight Pope Francis’ Historic Dimension
Today humanity lost the voice of respect and acceptance of others, Brazilian President Lula da Silva said. On Monday, progressive politicians from around the world paid tribute to Pope Francis, highlighting aspects of his life and work. Below are some notable statements RELATED: Pope Francis Lives On in Those Who Fight for Social Justice: President […]
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:
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Pilgrims, tourists in St. Peter's Square for Easter express shock over Pope's death
Thousands of tourists andpilgrimswho flocked to Rome for Holy Week were dazed with shock at news of thedeathof Pope Francis. The Vatican made the announcement on Monday morning, a day after his open-topped popemobile was driven through crowds cheering "viva il papa!" onChristianity's holiestday.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:New papal burial rites established at Pope Francis' request
Unlike his predecessors, Pope Francis has chosen not to be buried in the Vatican Grottoes but in the Roman Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, where he frequently prayed.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Madrid's Botín celebrates its 300th anniversary: Inside the world’s oldest restaurant
Madrid’s Botín, the world’s oldest restaurant according to Guinness World Records, is celebrating 300 years of continuous service. Founded in 1725, it’s famed for its wood-fire oven and was immortalised by Ernest Hemingway.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Liberia: Who Will Succeed PYJ?
[Liberian Observer] There is no politician that has stood tall as a kingmaker in modern Liberian political history than the late Senator Prince Yormie Johnson, popularly known by the acronyms of his name, PYJ-the undisputed political godfather of vote-rich Nimba County.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:The northern Tasmania shop owner: ‘Don’t let the supermarkets get away with it’
Chantelle Campbell and her husband put their money into buying a clothing store. It’s a positive step, but they feel the cost-of-living pressureIn the lead-up to the federal election, ordinary people around the nation tell us about their life. Read more in the Anywhere but Canberra seriesInteractive guide to electorates in Australia’s pollSee all our Australian election 2025 coverageChantelle Campbell has just been...
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:How a deadly confluence of factors led to a ‘terrible and traumatic’ Easter weekend on Australian beaches
Authorities blame heavy seas and unseasonably warm weather for deaths across NSW and VictoriaElection 2025 live updates: Australia federal election campaignGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcast“Terrible and traumatic,” is how the Surf Life Saving New South Wales chief, Steven Pearce, summed up what has been declared the deadliest Easter long weekend on record, well before it was even...
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Less than 2% of Labor’s promised $1bn mental health funding would be spent next financial year
Advocates voice concern that package will roll out too slowly and will not be targeted at services patients needElection 2025 live updates: Australia federal election campaignPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideListen to the latest episode of our new narrative podcast series: GinaGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news...
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Netherlands a ‘cautionary tale’ for Coalition’s mortgage deduction scheme, expert warns
Cody Hochstenbach says the scheme in his country has driven up home prices and weighs heavily on taxpayersElection 2025 live updates: Australia federal election campaignPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideListen to the latest episode of our new narrative podcast series: GinaGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcastAt the...
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:China’s yuan sees payment popularity rise amid ‘soaring volatility’ in US Treasury market
Washington’s policies seen opening door to greater yuan internationalisation, undermining but not removing US dollar’s dominance in global trade.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Africa: Braving the Tide of Tariff Bullying, Setting the Sail for Win-Win Cooperation
[Liberian Observer] Recently, under the banner of "America First", the United States has imposed unjustified tariffs on all trading partners including China, triggering severe shocks to the economy of all countries, significant turmoil in global financial markets, widespread international condemnation, and domestic chaos.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Holy Fire ceremony lights up Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem
Flames lit up Jerusalem’s Church of the Holy Sepulchre on Saturday as hundreds gathered for the ancient Holy Fire ceremony ahead of Easter.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Thai-Chinese company denies ignoring safety after quake caused block to collapse
The collapse sparked questions about the enforcement of construction safety and the state-run Chinese contractor, China Railway No. 10 Engineering Group, leading to the arrest Saturday of its Chinese executive in Thailand.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:‘A cancer’: UN warns Asia-based cybercrime syndicates expanding worldwide
Agency says gangs caused $37bn in losses in Asia as they gain new footholds in Africa, South America, and Middle East.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:China calls on Indonesia to jointly oppose protectionism as US trade war deepens
Call from China’s top diplomat Wang Yi follows first ‘2+2’ talks between the two countries’ foreign and defence ministers.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Activists call for UAE boycott over its backing for the RSF in Sudan
Activists call for UAE boycott over its backing for the RSF in Sudan Submitted by Shraddha Joshi on Fri, 04/18/2025 - 16:29 Mackelmore cancelling his Dubai gig an eye-catching victory though Sudanese say large hurdles remain Protesters opposed to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia and the role of the UAE in Sudan gather outside Lancaster House as the UK government hosts a conference on the conflict on 15 April (Vuk...
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Xi Jinping’s Tour Highlights Southeast Asia as the Frontline of the Global China-US Competition
During his tour of Southeast Asia, Xi presented China’s vision for the region, emphasizing unity against external confrontation (read the U.S. trade war).
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:'A man of the people': World leaders react to the death of Pope Francis
Tributes and condolences poured in from around the world following news of the death of Pope Francis, who died on Monday at the age of 88.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Ethiopia: Las Anod Officials Confirm Death of Ethiopia Consular Official in Garowe, Blame Al-Shabaab
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- Las Anod officials confirmed the death of Farah Aydiid Jama, who is reported to be an Ethiopian Consulate official in Garowe, the capital of Puntland state in Somalia.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:How the US-China trade war took to TikTok and put Europe's luxury fashion houses in the middle
The US and China’s ongoing trade war has taken to TikTok and European fashion houses have found themselves sandwiched in the middle.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Theseus, Ariadne and a minotaur join the Mount Olympus podcast party
Live from Mount Olympus returns for its sixth season with more myth, intrigue and a Tony-winning narrator.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:China’s humanoid robot sector enters mass production with Unitree, AgiBot among pack
Six humanoid robot makers plan to produce more than 1,000 units in 2025, driving the value of domestic output to US$616 million this year.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Egg prices continue to rise in the EU. Which member state is paying the most?
The price of eggs rose by 6.7% in March 2025 compared to the same period last year. These EU countries are experiencing the highest costs.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Israeli police ban Gaza children photos from anti-war protest, then backtrack
Israeli police ban Gaza children photos from anti-war protest, then backtrack Submitted by MEE staff on Mon, 04/21/2025 - 14:06 Initial decision includes a ban on displaying saying with the words ‘genocide’ and ‘ethnic cleansing’ A demonstrator stands on a pole holding a sign during an anti-government protest calling for action to secure the release of Israeli captives outside Azrieli Centre, Tel Aviv, 5 April 2025...
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Lib Dems launch ‘Farage fighting fund’ to stem Reform threat at local elections
Party receives 100,000 from donors ahead of voting across England on May 1
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Beyond the Moment: How Nonprofits Can Leverage Civic Engagement
Nonprofits play an essential role in strengthening democracy, especially in times of social and political unrest.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:China vows retaliation against countries that follow U.S. calls to isolate Beijing
In a shift toward a harder stance this month, China retaliated against U.S. tariffs with levies of 125% on imports of American goods.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Easter celebrated across Ukraine despite ongoing war
Hundreds gathered at the Church of St. John the Theologian in Kharkiv for Easter services, a symbol of faith and resilience during Ukraine’s ongoing war.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Instagram tests AI to catch underage users as part of teen safety push, Meta says
As scrutiny grows over social media’s impact on teens, Instagram is ramping up safety tools. New AI systems will flag underage users who misrepresent their age when signing up.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Liberia: Govt Wants Donors to Support ARREST Agenda
[Liberian Observer] The Government of Liberia is calling on international donors to align their support with the country's (Agriculture, Roads, Rule of Law and Governance, Education, Sanitation and Health, and Tourism) Agenda in order to achieve long-term, sustainable development outcomes.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Who will succeed Pope Francis? Exploring potential candidates from Vatican circles
Several contenders have emerged to replace Pope Francis, with each bringing unique qualities and influences to the Vatican’s future leadership.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Chinese scholars take on Trump adviser pushing tariff war as prelude to financial revamp
Stance of Council of Economic Advisers chairman Stephen Miran likened to ‘collecting protection money on the streets’.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Namibia: Vice President Witbooi to Meet Traditional Leaders for Remembrance Day Talks
[Namibian] Vice president Lucia Witbooi will be engaging traditional leaders of various communities this week for Genocide Remembrance Day slated for 28 May.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Uganda: Uganda Grapples With Malaria Burden Amidst Promising Innovations
[Independent (Kampala)] The latest World Malaria Report released by the World Health Organization (WHO) paints a vivid picture of the global battle against malaria, with Uganda standing out as one of the high-burden countries. Despite decades of interventions, malaria stubbornly remains the leading cause of illness and death in Uganda, particularly among children under five years old and pregnant women. The disease,...
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Zimbabwe: Mnangagwa Supporters Want to Amend Constitution to Extend Presidential Term to 2030 Without a Referendum - Geza
[New Zimbabwe] WAR veteran Blessed 'Bombshell' Runesu Geza has come out guns blazing attacking the Speaker of Parliament Jacob Mudenda, Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi and the Prosecutor General Virginia Mabiza for allegedly trying to "butcher" the Constitution by repealing Section 328 and amending it to extend the presidential limit to 2030.
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