Society
Morocco's Ombudsman Office documented a significant uptick in case submissions during 2023, handling 7,226 cases that marked a 22.14% increase from the previous year. This surge encompasses various categories including grievances, complaints, settlement requests, and institutional proactive measures. Grievances......
In his traditional Christmas address from the Vatican, Pope Francis delivered a heartfelt plea to "all people of all nations" to embrace hope, silence the sounds of war, and overcome divisions in a world fraught with conflict and suffering. The message, delivered from the balcony of St. Peter’s......
Christmas Eve in 2024 was marked by an air of somber reflection as the world observed the holiday under the shadow of ongoing conflicts, particularly the wars in Gaza and Ukraine. Bethlehem, the traditional birthplace of Jesus, stood as a poignant symbol of these struggles, with its streets quieter than......
Mazen al-Hamada’s life embodied the resilience and tragedy of those who dare to speak out against oppression. A survivor of unspeakable torture under Bashar al-Assad’s regime, Hamada's death in the infamous Sednaya prison symbolizes the ongoing brutality endured by countless Syrians.......
The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan continues to grapple with multifaceted challenges resulting from its role as a haven for over one million Syrian refugees. Since the onset of the Syrian crisis in 2011, Jordan has been profoundly affected by the influx of displaced individuals, creating a complex web of......
The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) has once again named Vienna, Austria, as the world's "most livable city," but the latest report underlines shifting dynamics in urban liveability across Europe, North America, and Asia. For the third consecutive year, Vienna has secured the top spot,......
