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US NIST Launches Public Working Group for AI Technologies

June 23, 2023

The United States National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has initiated a public working group dedicated to tackling the challenges and risks associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI).  Addressing Risks in Generative AI  NIST’s working group aims to develop guidance ..

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Summit on New Global Financial Pact

June 23, 2023

France is taking the lead in hosting the Summit for a New Global Financing Pact on 22 and 23 June 2023. With over 300 high-level participants, including Heads of State and Government, international organizations, and representatives of civil society and ..

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Estonia Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage

June 22, 2023

In a significant stride towards inclusivity and equality, Estonia’s parliament has passed a groundbreaking law legalizing same-sex marriage, making it the first ex-Soviet country to do so. This progressive step reflects the country’s commitment to recognizing and protecting the rights ..

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Challenges and Efforts in Recovering the Titanic Submersible

June 22, 2023

Teams from around the world are engaged in a race against time to locate a missing submersible and its crew in the vast depths of the North Atlantic.  Limited Oxygen Supply  One of the primary challenges confronting the teams is ..

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India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway

June 22, 2023

The India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway project, an ambitious endeavor aimed at connecting Kolkata to Bangkok via Myanmar, is set to significantly boost regional connectivity and cooperation. Established under the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC), this ..

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Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Treaty

June 20, 2023

A significant milestone was achieved as the United Nations adopted the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Treaty (BBNJ), popularly known as the High Seas Treaty. This groundbreaking international agreement aims to regulate activities and protect the environment in the vast areas ..

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US-China Science and Technology Agreement (STA)

June 19, 2023

The United States and China have maintained a landmark agreement, the U.S.-China Science and Technology Agreement (STA), for over four decades. However, the agreement’s future is now the subject of a heated debate within the U.S. government.   The Long-Standing ..

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EU to Strengthen Action Against Antimicrobial Resistance

June 19, 2023

The Council of the European Union recently adopted recommendations to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a pressing global health issue. These recommendations, aimed at reducing the risk of microorganisms developing resistance to medical interventions, were part of a proposal submitted by ..

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Evolution of Pride Flag

June 19, 2023

The Pride flag has become an iconic symbol of the LGBTQIA+ community, representing diversity, equality, and inclusivity. Over the years, the flag has evolved to incorporate new elements and colors, each carrying significant meaning.   The Original Rainbow Pride Flag  ..

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Japan’s LGBT Understanding Bill

June 17, 2023

Japan’s recent passing of a bill to promote understanding of the LGBT community has stirred both hope and criticism. As the only G7 country lacking legal protection for same-sex unions, Japan’s legislation has faced scrutiny for its perceived shortcomings.   ..

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