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World News
- Who will replace Bolton as Trump's national security adviser?Trump says his shortlist includes, Ricky Waddell, Keith Kellogg, Robert O'Brien, Fred Fleitz and Lisa Gordon-Hagerty,
- Champions League: Holders Liverpool stunned by NapoliItalian side scores two second-half goals to beat Liverpool while Valencia edge past Chelsea and Barcelona draw.
- Israel election: Exit polls show Netanyahu trails rival GantzPreliminary results are due on Wednesday and final tally next week, with results expected to be similar to April vote.
- Lewandowski defends Trump at chaotic impeachment hearingCorey Lewandowski assails 'angry Democrats', repeatedly refuses to answer questions about his conversations with Trump.
- Researchers warn of increased China-style AI surveillanceAt least 75 out of 176 countries globally are actively using artificial intelligence for surveillance purposes.
- Israel election: Voting under way in second poll in five monthsAnalysts say Benjamin Netanyahu unlikely to be able to secure majority, raising prospect of unity government.
- Taliban suicide attacks kill at least 48 before Afghan electionsOne attack targeted President Ghani's campaign rally in Charikar while the other blast took place in Kabul.
- Jordan teachers vow to fight on for long-promised raisesEarning near the poverty line, striking teachers say it's time for the government to honour its years-old commitment.
- Saudi Arabia sold building where Khashoggi was killed: ReportTurkish broadcaster says consular building in Istanbul was sold for as little as a third of value more than a month ago.
- Mexico mass grave: Dozens of bodies found in plastic bagsAt least 29 bodies were found stuffed in 119 plastic bags in a well outside of Guadalajara.
- Saudi oil attacks: All the latest updatesRiyadh calls on world's governments to confront drone attacks on its oil installations 'regardless of their origin'.
Global Voices
- Rediscovering the riches of St Petersburg's Muslim heritage"Muslims are not just guests in this city, but were once its masters and some of its earliest inhabitants."
- Indian authorities approve uranium exploration in Nallamala Forest, sparking protestsThe Chenchu indigenous community, environmentalists and civic bodies protest proposed uranium mining in the Nallamala Forest located in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana states in India.
- A day in the life of a bamboo shoot harvester in MyanmarMeet Ko Pho La, a bamboo shoot harvester living in Kyee Bin Village in Irrawaddy Region.
- A professor's self-immolation puts the spotlight on the fragile future of Russia's minority languagesMany people discussing Razin's death seem bewildered that anyone would use minority languages in daily life, let alone die for them—an attitude by no means limited to Russia.
- Street-side vendors of Zanzibar’s iconic ‘kanga’ textiles forced to close up shop after 30 yearsKanga sellers in Stone Town, Zanzibar, were told their street-side stalls are "unauthorized informal businesses" that clutter passageways, impinge on Stone Town's original charm and reduces its value.
- Internet shutdowns and the right to access in Sudan: A post-revolution perspectiveIn response to a five-week long shutdown, a court ordered telecommunications companies to apologise to customers.
- Filipino community radio stations struggle to survive amid attacks and difficulties"If the marginalized are underserved by the mass media establishment, they must be allowed to be their own voice."
- Tobago's coral bleaching alert makes it clear there is ‘no alternative’ to fighting the climate crisisAs warmer ocean temperatures wreak havoc on coral reefs around Tobago and other islands in the Caribbean Sea, we talk to a biologist who is concerned for their future.
- Jamaica remembers Hurricane Gilbert, but is the island prepared for a Dorian?As the climate crisis worsens and the islands of the Caribbean often bear the brunt of the storms' wrath, the time for talk is over.
- Muharram in Pakistan: Daring to observe AshuraSectarian violence against Shia Muslims and Shia Hazara communities are common in Pakistan. Yet people came out in their numbers once again this year for Muharram, amidst tight security.
- New finance minister of North Macedonia faces sexist attacks onlineThe spokesperson of the main opposition party wrote a Facebook post about the new minster's appointment that was filled with misogynistic language.
Bahá’í World News
- Worldwide spirit of bicentenary inspires communities throughout EuropeCommunities are preparing for the historic anniversary by composing music, performing drama, and intensifying community building efforts.
- Bicentenary website to reflect worldwide celebrationsLaunched today, a new website publishes glimpses of celebrations worldwide.
- Role of sacred space: A conversation on places of worshipReligious leaders, students, scholars, and others explored the role that sacred spaces play in contemporary Indian society.
- In Americas, spirit of oneness moves communities in anticipation of bicentenaryBicentenary preparations are prompting artistic creativity, reflection on history, and intensification of community building activities.
- Baha’i studies: Aiming to apply spiritual principles to humanity’s social progressThe annual conference of the Association for Baha’i Studies brought together 1,400 people for a lively discussion on contributing to social progress.
- In Africa, preparations energize and focus communitiesCommunities reflect on the significance of the coming bicentenary through film, gatherings with traditional chiefs, youth conferences, and numerous other efforts.
- Preparations gain momentum worldwide for bicentenaryPhotos provide glimpses of the preparations around the world for the 200th anniversary of the birth of the Bab.
- The transformative power of prayer: How devotional gatherings are taking root in UgandaAn interview with representatives of a community in Uganda explores how collective prayer is influencing society at large.
- Artistic expressions blossom across the globeCommunities around the world draw on the arts to honor the approaching 200th anniversary of the birth of the Bab.
I suppose writing can be frightening because it can reveal so much of the writers deepest and maybe darkest feelings. At some point, the subconcious takes over and we discover only afterwards what we have written. Confronting the words of this unknown part of the self can shake our picture of who and how we are. So better hide behind rules, keep them in mind when writing and never let go of the railing they provide …
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Again, you help the conversation move forward, Martina…
I wish I had Gold Stars to pass out :-)
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