International

Critical Health Concerns Mount for Imprisoned Chinese Activist Xu Zhiyong Amid Hunger Strike and Calls for International Intervention

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Beijing, China — Concerns are intensifying for Xu Zhiyong, a prominent Chinese human rights lawyer and legal scholar, amid reports that his health is severely declining after nearly a month on a hunger strike. Xu, a staunch advocate for transparency and civil liberties in China’s New Citizens’ Movement, has been incarcerated since February 2020 due to his participation in a gathering of activists and lawyers. Xu began his hunger strike on October 4, 2024, as a protest against the conditions of his detention in Lunan Prison, Shandong Province, where he is subjected to stringent surveillance … Read more

Yoshida Daihachi’s ‘Teki Cometh’ Sweeps Top Awards at Tokyo International Film Festival

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Tokyo, Japan — At Wednesday night’s glamorous ceremony in Tokyo, the Tokyo International Film Festival celebrated its pinnacle of cinematic achievements for the year, honoring a diverse lineup of films from around the world. Leading the pack was Yoshida Daihachi’s “Teki Cometh,” which swept up several top awards including the coveted Tokyo Grand Prix. “Teki Cometh” is an artistic adaptation of a novel by the renowned Japanese author Tsutsui Yasutaka. The film’s narrative centers around the life contemplations of a retired French literature professor, portrayed by Nagatsuka Kyozo. His serene existence is punctuated by visits … Read more

Rui Pires’s ‘Palace of Citizens’ Clinches Best Portuguese Film at Doclisboa Festival Amidst Diverse Array of International Winners

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Lisbon, Portugal – The Doclisboa Film Festival recently concluded its 22nd edition, unveiling a plethora of winners in several competitive categories. Among the highlights, Rui Pires’s “Palace of Citizens” clinched the MAX Award for Best Portuguese Film, while Masha Chernaya’s “The Shards” emerged victorious in the international circuit, bagging the prestigious City of Lisbon Award for Best International Competition Film. The festival, a staple in Lisbon’s cultural calendar, also recognized innovative contributions from around the globe. In the international segment, two films shared the CUPRA International Competition Jury Award: Lucia Seles’s “Fire Supply” from Argentina … Read more

Parul University Honored with Globalization Excellence Award at FICCI 2024, Highlights International Commitments in Education

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Vadodara, India – Parul University, a prominent educational institution in Vadodara, was recently honored with the “Jury Award for Excellence in Globalization” at the 19th FICCI Higher Education Excellence Awards 2024. This accolade highlights the university’s commitment to implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which supports the development of internationalization in Indian universities. The award recognizes the university’s efforts in enhancing global engagement through robust international collaborations and delivering superior educational experiences to its diverse student population. Parul University has been at the forefront of integrating global standards in higher education, crucial for preparing … Read more