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Women Artists In Orchestras Often Face Sexual Harassment, Organizers Must Ensure A Safe Environment For Them: Allahabad HC
2 days, 3 hours ago

Women Artists In Orchestras Often Face Sexual Harassment, Organizers Must Ensure A Safe Environment For Them: Allahabad HC

Live Law  

The Allahabad High Court on Tuesday emphasised the importance of ensuring a safe and respectful environment for women artists who are part of orchestras as dancers and singers, noting that they are often subject to sexual harassment and exploitation. A bench of Justice Sanjay Kumar Singh noted that societal perceptions sometimes undermine their basic human rights, reducing these artists to …

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Haryana: Bajrang Dal, VHP disrupt Christian 'prayer meet' in Ambala, Haryana, allege deceitful conversion of scheduled caste Hindus
1 week, 4 days ago

Haryana: Bajrang Dal, VHP disrupt Christian 'prayer meet' in Ambala, Haryana, allege deceitful conversion of scheduled caste Hindus

Op India  

On Monday, 30th December, several Hindu individuals associated with the Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal filed a police complaint against some Christians in Barnala village of Haryana’s Ambala district. One of the Bajrang Dal activists talked to the media and confirmed that illegal conversion of Hindus had been taking place in the Barnala village for a very long time. …

Haryana Hindu Hindus Christian Fir Meet Complaint
New Year's storm: Bonfires moved to tonight, but national fireworks show still a "go"
1 week, 5 days ago

New Year's storm: Bonfires moved to tonight, but national fireworks show still a "go"

NL Times  

The annual bonfires on the beaches of Scheveningen and Duindorp in The Hague will be lit Monday night at 11 p.m., a day earlier than planned, due to high wind forecasts. In the city center, a light and laser show near the Hofvijver pond will proceed as planned on New Year’s Eve. North Holland and the Wadden Sea region are …

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Amsterdam Bans Broadcast of David Icke Speech at Demonstration
1 week, 6 days ago

Amsterdam Bans Broadcast of David Icke Speech at Demonstration

NL Times  

The city of Amsterdam has prohibited the use of a large LED screen for British conspiracy theorist David Icke to address protesters remotely during a demonstration on Sunday at Dam Square. Mayor Femke Halsema stated that the risk of public disorder was too high, citing concerns over Icke's controversial statements and their potential to incite counterprotests. “Considering the unrest and …

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Pakistan actor Hania Aamir accuses US event organisers of 'assault': 'Abused my manager and insulted us'
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Pakistan actor Hania Aamir accuses US event organisers of 'assault': 'Abused my manager and insulted us'

Hindustan Times  

Pakistani actor Hania Aamir recently attended a meet-and-greet event in Dallas, USA, which ended unexpectedly when she had to leave midway. Hania Aamir has accused event organisers of verbally abusing her manager In her post, Hania revealed that she and her team were subjected to verbal abuse by the event organizers. Hania Aamir explained why she had to leave the …

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Organizers say two sailors have died in Sydney to Hobart yacht race amid wild weather conditions
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Organizers say two sailors have died in Sydney to Hobart yacht race amid wild weather conditions

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Organizers said Friday that two Sydney to Hobart sailors have died at sea amid wild weather conditions that forced line honors favorite Master Lock Comanche to withdraw among mass retirements. The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia in Sydney, which administers the yacht race, has said that one sailor each on entrants Flying Fish Arctos and Bowline were killed …

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30 arrested in Andhra Pradesh's Eluru for illegal gambling; ₹8 lakh cash, 25 phones seized in op
2 weeks, 2 days ago

30 arrested in Andhra Pradesh's Eluru for illegal gambling; ₹8 lakh cash, 25 phones seized in op

Hindustan Times  

Police busted a gang for organising gambling in Andhra's Eluru on Wednesday, along with the arrest of 30 people, including organizers, officials said. The Eluru Rural Police conducted the raid in the SMR area of Tangellamudi. Acting on credible information, Eluru Rural Police conducted the raid in the SMR area of Tangellamudi, under the jurisdiction of Eluru Rural Police Station, …

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Sydney to Hobart yacht race: Organizers say two sailors have died amid wild weather conditions
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Sydney to Hobart yacht race: Organizers say two sailors have died amid wild weather conditions

CNN  

Sydney AP — Organizers said Friday that two Sydney to Hobart sailors have died at sea amid wild weather conditions that forced line honors favorite Master Lock Comanche to withdraw among mass retirements. “So we’ve got sort of winds at about 25 knots coming from the north seas around about two meters or thereabouts, so the conditions that most of …

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‘Ohio Goes to the Movies’ celebration will highlight state’s rich connections to film industry
2 weeks, 4 days ago

‘Ohio Goes to the Movies’ celebration will highlight state’s rich connections to film industry

Associated Press  

COLUMBUS, Ohio — If Ohio and movies don’t strike you as going together, organizers of an upcoming statewide celebration of cinema hope to open your eyes. Not only is Ohio birthplace to dozens of famous actors -- from Lillian Gish, known as the First Lady of the Screen, to Clark Gable, Paul Newman, Martin Sheen, Tom Hanks, Halle Barry, Rob …

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Many injured after drone crashes into crowd at Florida Christmas show
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Many injured after drone crashes into crowd at Florida Christmas show

Deccan Chronicle  

A festive Christmas event in Florida turned into a scene of chaos on Monday evening when a drone crashed into a crowd of spectators, leaving many injured. Emergency services quickly responded to the scene, providing medical attention to the injured and transporting several to nearby hospitals. The Florida incident has reignited debates about the regulation of drones during public events …

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Why did at least 67 people die in Christmas charity stampedes in struggling Nigeria?
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Why did at least 67 people die in Christmas charity stampedes in struggling Nigeria?

Associated Press  

ABUJA, Nigeria — Stampedes during three Christmas charity events across Nigeria have left at least 67 people dead in the past week, many of them children. “The average Nigerian has seen food go out of their reach,” said Cheta Nwanze, managing partner at the Lagos-based SBM Intelligence research firm. Organizers of such charity events often do not consider security a …

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Valkenburg increases security following German Christmas market attack
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Valkenburg increases security following German Christmas market attack

NL Times  

Mayor Daan Prevoo of Valkenburg, home to one of Europe's busiest Christmas markets, expressed alarm following a suspected attack in Magdeburg, Germany, which left five dead and dozens injured. “I immediately met with police and municipal services Friday evening.” Security at Valkenburg’s market, which attracts 700,000 visitors annually, was already heightened. Arnhem Mayor Ahmed Marcouch’s office emphasized adherence to national …

Valkenburg Increases Security Prevoo German Christmas
Why did at least 67 people die in Christmas charity stampedes in Nigeria?
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Why did at least 67 people die in Christmas charity stampedes in Nigeria?

LA Times  

Christmas decorations in Lagos, Nigeria. Stampedes during three Christmas charity events across Nigeria have left at least 67 people dead in the past week, many of them children. “The average Nigerian has seen food go out of their reach,” said Cheta Nwanze, managing partner at the Lagos-based SBM Intelligence research firm. Organizers of such charity events often do not consider …

Food Security Events Nigeria Abuja
Nigeria: Stampede during holiday funfair at Islamic High School reportedly kills 30 children
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Nigeria: Stampede during holiday funfair at Islamic High School reportedly kills 30 children

India TV News  

Several children have died during a stampede on Wednesday at a holiday funfair in southwestern Nigeria, authorities said. “Earlier today, an incident occurred in Islamic High School Basorun, the venue of an event organised for families. An investigation has been opened into the causes of the stampede, Makinde said, adding “Anyone directly or remotely involved in this disaster will be …

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Several children killed in stampede at a holiday fair event in Nigeria, state governor says
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Several children killed in stampede at a holiday fair event in Nigeria, state governor says

Associated Press  

ABUJA, Nigeria — Several children have died during a stampede on Wednesday at a holiday funfair in southwestern Nigeria, authorities said. Security forces attended the scene and arrested the event organizers, state governor Seyi Makinde said in a statement. “Earlier today, an incident occurred in Islamic High School Basorun, the venue of an event organised for families. Local media identified …

Children Nigeria Event Makinde
Thousands of Santas and a few Grinches hit the streets for annual SantaCon bar crawls
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Thousands of Santas and a few Grinches hit the streets for annual SantaCon bar crawls

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Santa Clauses are coming to town. Thousands of Kris Kringles and jolly Old St. Nicks are jamming streets, sidewalks and bars from Adelaide to Vancouver on Saturday for annual SantaCon charity pub crawls. In New York City, where temperatures hovered around freezing, the fermented merriment kicked off around 10 a.m. and was slated to stretch into the …

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Miss Netherlands pageant scrapped as ‘the world is changing,’ organizers say
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Miss Netherlands pageant scrapped as ‘the world is changing,’ organizers say

CNN  

CNN — The Miss Netherlands beauty pageant has been scrapped, after the competition’s organizers said it was time for change. Sander Koning/ANP/AFP/Getty Images A statement on the competition’s website announced its closure and the establishment of a new platform called “Niet Meer Van Deze Tijd”. Ramon van Flymen/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock In a statement sent to CNN, Monica van Ee, director of Miss …

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The Paris Olympics organizers say the event was far less polluting than recent Games
4 weeks, 2 days ago

The Paris Olympics organizers say the event was far less polluting than recent Games

Associated Press  

PARIS — The Paris Olympics says it was far less polluting than recent Games but is not claiming to have been “carbon neutral” despite funding projects to compensate for its emissions. Organizers said Wednesday that this summer’s Olympics and Paralympics generated 1.59 million tons of climate-warming carbon dioxide, from the food athletes ate and construction of their rooms to flights …

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The Paris Olympics organizers say the event was far less polluting than recent Games
4 weeks, 2 days ago

The Paris Olympics organizers say the event was far less polluting than recent Games

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Paris Olympics says it …

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Court bans Dam Square demonstration, pro-Palestinian rally relocated to Stopera
1 month, 1 week ago

Court bans Dam Square demonstration, pro-Palestinian rally relocated to Stopera

NL Times  

A court ruled in favor of Amsterdam city officials Friday, upholding their decision to ban a planned pro-Palestinian rally on Dam Square. The court sided with the city, stating that “the mayor’s interest in preventing uncontrollable disturbances outweighs the organizers’ right to demonstrate on Dam Square.” The ruling acknowledged the demonstrators’ interests but emphasized the heightened risk on one of …

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13th edition of Amsterdam Light Festival kicks off tonight
1 month, 2 weeks ago

13th edition of Amsterdam Light Festival kicks off tonight

NL Times  

The 13th edition of the Amsterdam Light Festival kicks off this evening with the theme “Rituals.” This year, the festival consists of 27 unique artworks made of lights and the Light Garden in the Hoftuin with several events. “Amsterdam Light Festival has been an annual tradition for over 12 years, illuminating the city during the darkest months of the year,” …

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After Trump’s win, Black women are rethinking their role as America’s reliable political organizers
1 month, 2 weeks ago

After Trump’s win, Black women are rethinking their role as America’s reliable political organizers

LA Times  

Supporters of Vice President Kamala Harris react after she delivered her concession speech at Howard University in Washington on Nov. 6. “And there’s not too much more fighting that you’re going to be able to do without losing your own sanity.” After Trump was declared the winner over Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris, many politically engaged Black women said they …

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Comedian Conan O’Brien to host Oscars 2025 for first time, taking over from Jimmy Kimmel
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Comedian Conan O’Brien to host Oscars 2025 for first time, taking over from Jimmy Kimmel

Live Mint  

Comedian Conan O'Brien, a former late-night television host, will be the emcee for the Oscars for the first time, taking over from fellow funnyman Jimmy Kimmel, organizers said Friday. Academy CEO Bill Kramer and President Janet Yang called O'Brien "the perfect person to help lead our global celebration of film with his brilliant humor, his love of movies and his …

Oscars Kimmel Host
Comedian Conan O'Brien to host Oscars
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Comedian Conan O'Brien to host Oscars

Raw Story  

Comedian Conan O'Brien, a former late-night television host, will be the emcee for the Oscars for the first time, taking over from fellow funnyman Jimmy Kimmel, organizers said Friday. O'Brien, 61, will preside over Hollywood's biggest night next March, hoping to maintain -- and even perhaps improve -- on an uptick in ratings seen earlier this year. Academy CEO Bill …

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