Curated by FG Contributor Samiha Hossain A transgender person performs at an arts festival in Central Java. Many Indonesian trans women work in occupations that rely on them being able to solicit clients outdoors. Photo: Shutterstock Trans women in Indonesia are among the most affected by extreme weather linked to climate change, as well as suffering disproportionately when disasters strike.
Russian President Vladimir Putin appointed a new ambassador to Bucharest on Tuesday, namely Vladimir Lipaev, the former ambassador of Russia in Tallinn. He was expelled by the Estonian authorities in 2023, amid the diplomatic conflict with Moscow. Russian President Vladimir Putin officially released Valeri Kuzmin from the post of Russian ambassador to Romania on Tuesday. […]
MEDFORD, Ore. – The Medford Parks and Recreation Department is asking for the community’s input on its future. According to Rich Rosenthal, Director of Medford Parks, Recreation and Facilities, the department is seeks input from the public every seven to 10 years. Rosenthal says this input will directly impact the department’s strategic plan. He says […]
Germany summons Russian ambassador over arrest of two men suspected of spying for Moscow. We’ll ask if Russian espionage activities are spreading across Europe. Also in the programme, Washington reimposes partial sanctions on Venezuela; the animals in David Bowie’s music, but should nature get the royalties?(Photo: Exterior of Russian embassy in Berlin; Credit: Shutterstock)
The Ambassador of the Russian Federation in Bucharest, Valery Kuzmin, completed his diplomatic mission in Romania and left for Moscow. The announcement was made on Thursday by the Russian Embassy on its official Facebook page. “Today, His Excellency Valery Kuzmin, the ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation in Romania, completed his diplomatic mission […]
Darryl Flusche, Superintendent of Canyon Independent School District announced two Community Focus Groups to be held on April 18 and invited the community to join to "craft our roadmap for the next three to five years."
IN a bid to enhance their Social Centre garden for upcoming events, Age Concern Costa Calida is once again reaching out to the community for support. The organisation, known for its dedication to improving the lives of older individuals in the region, is seeking donations of good quality garden furniture. Support Age Concern Costa Calida’s […]
The Presidential Candidate for the Progressive People’s Party (PPP) in the 2020 general elections, Brigitte Dzogbenuku, says she is against laws being passed against people who practice homosexuality. According to her, people who engage in LGBTQ practices do so despite facing hate and discrimination because they perceive love in a different way from others. After […]
French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed hope that hostilities in Russia's war against Ukraine and other military conflicts, particularly in the Middle East and Sudan, will cease during the Paris Olympic Games. In an interview with French media on Monday, April 15, Macron stated his commitment to "do everything possible to obtain an Olympic truce" for the upcoming Summer Games. "We want to work on an Olympic truce, and I think this is an opportunity for me to engage with many of our...
A number of TDs criticised the party last year for having the Israeli ambassador in the audience for Martin’s address.
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — To enhance emergency preparedness and ensure swift responses to crises, the Emergency Volunteer Air Corps (EVAC) has teamed up with 30x30 Fundraising, a nonprofit organization committed to supporting first responders and communities during natural disasters and crises. Before June 8th, together, they are fundraising to purchase food to make flight deliveries
In an effort to promote community wellness and extend healthcare accessibility, the South Carolina Air National Guard (SCANG) 169th Medical Group, in collaboration with community health partners, hosted a Richland County Community Health Expo April 6 at the Garners Ferry Adult Activity Center.