The article examines the controversy surrounding the planting of a purported Sri Maha Bodhi sapling at Vadunnagala, an ancient Buddhist archaeological site in northern Sri Lanka, by politician Sarath Weerasekara. It links
by Our Correspondent in London For decades, South Korea’s adoption program, which saw thousands of children sent abroad to families in Europe and the United States, was lauded as a lifeline for
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Julie Bindel, a seasoned journalist and radical feminist, has long been a vital figure in the fight for women’s rights and LGBTQ+ equality. From her activism in the 1970s, marching with radical
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President Donald Trump promised to unleash mass deportations on immigrants during his presidential campaign. But he has gone much further, with the disappearing of hundreds of Venezuelan nationals from the United States
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Once a beacon of resilience and hope, Bangladesh now teeters on the precipice of despotism, ensnared in the ruthless grip of monocracy and authoritarian might. The specter of Caesarism looms large, a
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Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna leader and former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has strongly criticized the United Kingdom for imposing sanctions on key Sri Lankan military officials, alleging that the move is based on
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The Netherlands is grappling with increasing controversy surrounding its euthanasia laws, particularly in relation to young people suffering from psychological distress. The number of euthanasia cases due to psychological suffering has risen
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The popular consumer DNA testing company 23andMe is facing mounting scrutiny following a series of major setbacks, prompting privacy advocates to urge users to delete their genetic data. The company, known for
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Vivian Jenna Wilson, Elon Musk’s 20-year-old daughter, has once again lashed out at her father, calling him a “pathetic man-child” in a new interview with Teen Vogue. Her comments reflect a growing
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On 5 March 2025, Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi stepped down as chief of the general staff of the Israeli military. He had held that post since 16 January 2023 and therefore led
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The UK government has imposed sanctions on four individuals accused of committing serious human rights violations during the Sri Lankan civil war, including extrajudicial killings, torture, and sexual violence. The sanctions, announced
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Tech billionaire Elon Musk has once again criticized his home country, South Africa, alleging that its government is promoting “white genocide” and blocking his Starlink satellite internet service due to his race.
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The arrest of prominent Baloch rights leader Mahrang Baloch by Pakistani authorities has sparked condemnation from human rights organizations and international figures. Mahrang, a key advocate for Baloch rights, was reportedly dragged
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Abu Dhabi is aiming to turn one of its most unique and valuable resources—its citizens’ genetic information—into a highly profitable and transformative business. With the backing of Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed al-Nahyan,
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A chilling discovery in the Mexican state of Jalisco has ignited public outrage and political pressure following the unearthing of human remains, hundreds of pairs of shoes, clothing, and what appears to
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A new United Nations report paints a grim picture of the profound toll Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has taken on the country’s children over the past three years. The report, released today
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