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The UN Secretary-General has urged everyone to speak out against xenophobia and discrimination to combat a “disturbing rise” in anti-Muslim bigotry.
In a message marking Saturday’s International Day to Combat Islamophobia, Secretary-General António Guterres warned of racial profiling and discriminatory policies that violate human rights and dignity, to outright violence against individuals and places of worship.… Read the rest
The international community must ensure that every girl in Afghanistan has an opportunity to learn, the head of the UN fund for education in emergencies said on Monday – the second anniversary of the Taliban’s edict banning secondary education for girls. … Read the rest
Movie drives sales of Switch gaming consoles as well as Super Mario title as Legend of Zelda also does well
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The success of The Super Mario Bros Movie and the new Zelda video game helped to boost Nintendo’s bottom line on Thursday as the Japanese gaming company reported an 82% increase in profits.
A new UN report raised concerns on Wednesday about the excessive use of smartphones, calling for them to be banned in schools worldwide. According to the UN’s education, science and culture agency UNESCO, the over-use of mobile phones impacts learning.
UNESCO’s report on technology in education urges countries to carefully consider how technology is used in schools.… Read the rest
KOHIMA, Jun 20: West Bengal Foundation Day was celebrated at the Raj Bhavan Kohima on 20 June 2023. The celebration was attended by Governor of Nagaland, La Ganesan, Bengalis from Kohima and Dimapur and Officers and Staff of the Raj Bhavan, Kohima.… Read the rest