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World War II

January 17, 2024

France to increase maternity, paternity leave allowance after births hit post-war low

“A new, better paid parental leave will allow both parents to be with their children for six months if they want,” said Mr Macron.

Emmanuel Macron and Kids
November 23, 2023

Korean court orders Japan to compensate World War II sex slavery victims

The court ruled that Japan should pay appropriate compensation to the victims.

Japan flag
October 31, 2023

Israeli UN envoy wears Nazi-era yellow star, slams Security Council over ‘silence’ on Hamas attacks

The stars were reminiscent of those Jews who were forced to wear them during the Nazi dictatorship.

Gilad Erdan wearing Nazi-era yellow star
September 21, 2023

Poland opposes Germany’s UN Security Council permanent seat bid

Poland has opposed Germany gaining a permanent seat on the UN Security Council.

Olaf Scholz and Andrzej Duda
August 27, 2023

Niger Coup: War not ideal for my economic reforms, but defending democracy vital, says Tinubu

‘’War is not ideal for my economic reforms, nor the region, but the defence of democracy is sacrosanct,” said Mr Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu
May 19, 2023

Zelensky to attend in person as G7 begins summit in Japan

The Japanese government had previously said that Mr Zelensky would take part in discussions at the summit online.

G7 SUMMIT
May 1, 2023

Workers Day: ILO asks governments to prioritise social justice

ILO has called on governments to prioritise social justice as workers across the globe celebrate 2023 Workers Day.

WORKERS IN A FACTORY
April 13, 2023

Shooting Stars ex-chairman, oldest fan Lakondoro dies at 111

Olayiwola Lakondoro, former chairman of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan and oldest 3SC fan, on Thursday, died at 111 years.

Olayiwola Lakondoro
April 9, 2023

Benjamin Ferencz: Last surviving Nuremberg prosecutor dies at 103

Mr Ferencz prosecuted Germans officials on charges of crimes against humanity and war crimes.

Benjamin Ferencz
April 2, 2023

Excessive alcohol consumption major cause of Russian casualties in Ukraine: UK

The ministry listed other leading causes of non-combat casualties as poor road accidents and hypothermia.

War ravaged Ukraine