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Galician identity and literature are deeply rooted in land, award-winning Galician writer explains Galician literature not only narrates, but constructs identity. It is a form of belonging, projecting oneself and inhabiting the world.

Galician identity and literature are deeply rooted in land, award-winning Galician writer explains Galician literature not only narrates, but constructs identity. It is a form of belonging, projecting oneself and inhabiting the world.

Galician identity and literature are deeply rooted in land, award-winning Galician writer explains Galician literature not only narrates, but constructs identity. It is a form of belonging, projecting oneself and inhabiting the world.

A global shift from gender movements is directly impacting LBQT communities With the current anti-gender attacks on any gender-related work, organisations are being forced to reimagine the manner in which they describe their work.

A global shift from gender movements is directly impacting LBQT communities With the current anti-gender attacks on any gender-related work, organisations are being forced to reimagine the manner in which they describe their work.

A global shift from gender movements is directly impacting LBQT communities With the current anti-gender attacks on any gender-related work, organisations are being forced to reimagine the manner in which they describe their work.

Countless endangered species are making a comeback due to global conservation efforts These success stories are a model for community-rooted conservation and population revival that could help other countries and regions rebuild their withering ecosystems.

How Russians used to protest and managed to prevent some ecological disasters Russian stories of civic resistance show that environmental justice often begins with a simple question: who has the right to decide the fate of the places people call home?

Why were Russian disinformation, government propaganda and AI-generated campaigning ineffective in Hungarian elections 2026? In Hungary, AI fakes were more of an irritating factor, Russian disinformation did not reach the public, and EU regulations on transparency worked by forcing platforms to ban political ads.

The Chinese lesson on the human rights approach to AI The core of the human rights approach to AI should aim at rebalancing the power among the corporate-state, the machine and the people through a decision-making framework.

Bosnian rock band Dubioza Kolektiv satirizes blind trust in artificial intelligence Known for blending humor, political commentary, and catchy rhythms, this internationally popular band continues its tradition of addressing contemporary issues through satire.

Sportellino is an AI chatbot who helps migrants navigate the maze of Italian bureaucracy Sportellino, a multilingual chatbot designed for migrants, is currently leading the way at the national level by setting a good example. Recently, the Italian government also launched similar tools.

AI warfare triggers Putin, as Kremlin moves to dismantle the last pieces of Russian internet Telegram is blocked, VPNs are being chased after, but Putin suddenly talks about a national AI again.

Research reveals that EU AI rules stop at its borders with little accountability for human rights impacts abroad On paper, many of these technologies are described as civilian. In practice, the line between civilian and military use is almost always blurred, particularly in authoritarian contexts and conflict zones.

Interactive map honors LGBTQ+ peoples historic presence in Prague As shown in an interactive map of Prague, listing historical figures and places associated with this community, LGBTQ+ people have always been part of Czech culture.

Award-winning tragicomedic film by Croatian director traces the birth of fascism Igor Bezinovićs film portrays the pioneer of Italian fascism, Gabriele DAnnunzio, through a critical lens, as befits the role model for the fascist leader Benito Mussolini.

Heavy use of AI increases tensions in Hungarys upcoming election One question being discussed is whether, in the context of a democratic election, these realistic-looking AI videos and comic books are crossing the line.

The next global health crisis is already here: Childhood trauma from war While the global community often counts the visible toll, lives lost, schools destroyed, the wounds of trauma, displacement, and broken trust can follow children for the rest of their lives.

How AI is used to influence global elections Companies that work in political persuasion are experimenting with AI at scale to see how they can make the traditional influencing methods even cheaper, faster, more convincing, and more automated.

Escalation of violence during local elections in Serbia Numerous incidents of beatings, intimidation and systemic irregularities overshadowing the vote during local elections in ten Serbian municipalities on March 29.

March 8 Protest in Skopje: Femicide begins long before the final blow The March 8 protest in Skopje highlighted systemic failures in protecting women in North Macedonia, with activists warning that femicide begins long before the final act of violence.

From manuscript to market: Navigating South Asian literary representation at the London Book Fair Sangita Swechcha from Global Voices interviewed Indian literary agent Ambar Sahil Chatterjee at the 2026 London Book Fair and spoke with him about the role of literary agents and more.

Forbidden movies: Russia bans films that reject so-called traditional values Traditional values in the law include patriotism, service to the fatherland, high morals, a strong family, productive labor, and the priority of the spiritual over the material.

Hongkonger fights in Ukraine as diaspora marks grim anniversary Four years since Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine, a Hong Kong volunteer soldier battles in Ukraine while the local Ukrainian community grieves from afar.

Are refugees being traded? UN questions the UK-France asylum swap A one in, one out deal linking deportations to legal admissions draws criticism for detentions, force and risks of refoulement.

Irans digital prison was built with the help of Russians The Russian company Protei supplied the Iranian regime with infrastructure-level internet censorship solutions. They also work in Estonia and Jordan, and have clients from among the worlds worst autocracies.

Shame must change sides: Gisèle Pelicots tremendous message of hope and courage sweeps the world After learning her now ex-husband arranged for her to be raped by 50 men while unconscious, Gisèle Pelicot wrote a memoir, documenting her struggle and current state of mind.

Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine has now lasted 1462 days. 48 months. 4 years. As of February 24, 2026, this is already 44 days longer than the Second World War (Eastern Front) lasted for the Soviet Union.

Bosnian-Herzegovinian professor Nejra Turčinović returns to an old passion: silly Illustrations for children We should give children as many illustrations as possible, including new, hand-drawn ones that give them a different perspective on fairy tales or stories [and] might encourage them to draw...

Impunity and unsolved crimes against journalists kill public trust The safety of journalists is no longer just about physical protection, but a complex intersection of legal resilience, digital hygiene, and psychological support.