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Mauritius has lifted the social media restrictions it imposed earlier this week, just 24 hours after implementing the ban, citing “cyber-terrorism risks.” The island nation’s decision to cut off social media access initially stirred widespread opposition from civil society groups, businesses, and individuals who argued it would “stifle democratic processes” and harm the economy. The […]
Most Hong Kong restaurants have made the switch to green alternatives since a ban on single-use plastics came into force last month. And while some have complained of extra costs, others have found unexpected savings in ditching disposable tableware. A serving of “two-dish-rice” on a paper plate with a wooden spoon, on November 1, 2024. […]
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A La Liga clash against rivals Real Madrid on September 29 at Atletico’s Metropolitano stadium was halted by officials after some supporters threw objects including lighters onto the pitch. Atletico were also fined by UEFA when some of their supporters were found guilty of “racist and discriminatory” behaviour during a 4-0 Champions League thrashing at […]
Bhubaneswar: In a move to protect the endangered Olive Ridley sea turtles, Odisha’s government has implemented a seven-month fishing ban in the Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary, spanning 1,437 square kilometers within the Bhitarkanika National Park. The restriction, effective from November 1, 2024, to May 31, 2025, aims to ensure safe conditions for the annual mass nesting […]
Scripture Union is an interdenominational Christian movement that had operated in Zimbabwe for over 70 years and was present in almost all schools. The administration claimed to have just restored order in schools and not outlawed Scripture Union — yet the union never reappeared in full — proving that it was in fact outlawed. As […]
He took a notepad with him that day, then scribbled the Blues captain’s words of wisdom onto the whiteboard in his bedroom that he reads every morning when he wakes. “It was pretty surreal, and we clicked straight away,” Smillie said. “I was just being myself, asking honest questions about how he goes through everything; […]
A Japanese high court ruled Wednesday that the country’s lack of legal recognition for same-sex marriage violates the right to equality under the Constitution, saying the ban leads… Source link
Until this morning, 38-year-old Hussam Abu Ghaban had not heard of the Israeli Knesset’s decision to ban the UN agency responsible for his family’s welfare. Now, with the Israeli Knesset passing two bills banning the agency from Israel and choking off its ability to work in Gaza, the family does not know what to do. […]
Hong Kong’s conservation department has suggested authorities give it the power to temporarily block off part of the city’s waters and consider a ban on whale watching as part of protection measures, following the death of one of the marine mammals last year. But Dolphin Conservation Society chairman Taison Chang Kai-tai on Wednesday cast doubt […]