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Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin COVID-19, the rise of authoritarianism, and misunderstandings of rights, freedoms and privileges make it more important than ever to learn about and protect human rights. July 18 is Mandela Day, commemorating the 1918 birthday of Nelson Mandela, whose leadership brought democracy and human rights to South Africa. Mandela Day 2020 is the ideal time to give back to your community. Then you’ll feel good rewarding yourself by planning a post-pandemic trip to destinations that commemorate human rights. The world needs to ensure we don’t forget past atrocities so we can stop repeating them. Mandela Day 2020 Mandela Day takes place every year on July 18, Nelson Mandela’s birthday. The organizers of Mandela Day 2020 encourage everyone around the world to be active citizens within their communities to help change the world for the better. It can mean small things—giving blood, cleaning up a park, donating money to a good … [Read more...] about Mark Mandela Day By Planning A Trip To Commemorate Human Rights

- A + A (June 28): An one-and-a-half year-old toddler who was infected with Covid-19 died on Monday, marking Singapore’s first death caused by the virus in a patient under 12 years old, according to a statement from country’s Ministry of Health. The MOH reiterated its recommendation that all children aged 5 to 11 years should be vaccinated, especially if they have underlying chronic medical conditions. In a separate statement, the authority also urged people to take their vaccinations and boosters in preparation for a rise in Covid cases driven by new variants. Deputy prime minister Lawrence Wong said on Tuesday that the city-state cannot rule out tightening Covid-19 restrictions again as it faces a new surge in cases, the Straits Times reported.  Separately, local broadcaster CNA quoted Wong as saying the country will have to be prepared for any contingencies. Adjustments to measures will be made “if need be”, he said. Wong’s warning came after the average daily … [Read more...] about Singapore reports toddler Covid death, first under 12 years

By SUMMER BALLENTINE MENDON, Mo. (AP) — A passenger train traveling from Los Angeles to Chicago struck a dump truck and derailed Monday in a remote, rural area of Missouri, killing three people and injuring dozens more, officials said. Two of the people who died were on the train and one was in the truck, Missouri State Highway Patrol spokesman Cpl. Justin Dunn said. It was not immediately clear exactly how many people were hurt, the patrol said, but hospitals reported receiving more than 40 patients from the crash and were expecting more. The Southwest Chief was carrying about 243 passengers and 12 crew members when the collision happened near Mendon at a rural intersection on a gravel road with no crossing arms, officials said. Seven cars derailed, the Highway Patrol said. Helicopter video of the site from KMBC-TV in Kansas City showed rail cars on their side as emergency responders used ladders to climb into one of them. Six medical helicopters parked nearby were waiting … [Read more...] about 3 killed, dozens injured in truck-train crash in Missouri

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Topline An Amtrak train bound from Los Angeles to Chicago derailed Monday afternoon after hitting a dump truck near Mendon, Mo., killing three, according to state law enforcement, while news outlets report that at least 50 people were injured. Key Facts The Missouri State Highway Patrol said in a press briefing that two people died on the train and one in the dump truck. MSHP Lt. Eric Brown said the accident occurred at a crossing on a gravel road that was “uncontrolled,” with no barriers or flashing lights. Brown said the number of injured was still unknown, while local officials told ABC News and CNN that at least 50 people were hurt . Uninjured people have been taken to a “safe location” so they can continue their travels. MSHP officers said seven cars of the eight-car train derailed and over 200 passengers and 14 crew members were believed to be aboard. TANGENT This derailment … [Read more...] about Three Dead In Amtrak Derailment In Missouri

Pedestrians uses a portable fan on the street during a heatwave in Tokyo, Japan, June 27, 2022. - A + A TOKYO (June 28): Japan baked under scorching temperatures for a fourth successive day on Tuesday, as the capital's heat broke nearly 150-year-old records for June and authorities warned power supply remained tight enough to raise the spectre of cuts. The heatwave comes less than two weeks before a national election in which prices, including the cost of electricity, are among key issues picked by voters in opinion polls that showed the government's approval rating slipping — with politicians including Tokyo's governor urging power price cuts. Temperatures in the capital hit 35.1 °C by 1pm local time on Tuesday (0400 GMT), after three successive days of temperatures topping 35 °C — the worst streak of hot weather in June since records began in 1875. And the heatwave is not about to break: the Japan Meteorological Agency forecast highs of 36 °C for Tokyo on … [Read more...] about Tokyo June heatwave worst since 1875 as power supply creaks under strain