Would “communist Hong Kong” crackdown on private Tiananmen square vigils?

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2 years ago

June 2, 2022

Brittany Coles

Activists are demanding justice for those who were killed in the 1989 massacre.

Vigils around the world will be held on Saturday 4th of June in response to the cancellation of Hong Kong’s vigil.

Annual vigils in Hong Kong have been running for more than 30 years.

They were banned in 2020 due to Hong Kong’s national security law and Covid-19.

Stijn Deklerck from Amnesty International says it has been impossible to commemorate what happened in Tiananmen square.

“We’ve really seen a very fast cracking down since the national security law came into effect”

Hong Kong in the past have held the biggest memorials, remembering those who were killed in the Tiananmen square massacre.

Instead, cities like San Francisco, Seoul, Taipei, Sydney, Paris, London and Amsterdam will hold their own vigils.

Amnesty International says “the simple act of lighting a candle for Tiananmen has become a crime in Hong Kong, just as it has been in mainland China for more than 30 years.”

“But history cannot be erased, and activism will never be silenced.”

The massacre left hundreds, even thousands of students and workers dead, for calling on the government to make economic and political changes.

Activists are urging Chinese authorities to come clean to bring justice to those who lost their lives.

Katerina Kostakos contributed to this article.

How Urth.io’s Samantha Jewell is pioneering ESG

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8 hours ago

October 10, 2024

Ahron Young

In this special interview, the Earth.io CEO discusses the critical role of soil carbon in tackling climate change and her mission to reshape the future of sustainable business.

Samantha Jewell, founder and CEO of Urth.io, is on a mission to change the way businesses think about Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, particularly in the area of soil carbon stewardship.

In a recent on Ticker News, Jewell underscored the importance of reducing carbon emissions and the critical role businesses can play in addressing climate change.

One key focus of Urth.io is supporting farmers in creating carbon offsets through responsible soil management.

“Soil carbon is one of the most underappreciated tools we have to combat climate change,” Jewell explained.

However, she acknowledges the challenges, particularly the complexity of regulations and the need to shift mindsets among both farmers and buyers.

Revealing book

Jewell’s book, *Carbon is Not a Dirty Word*, serves as a practical guide for businesses and individuals looking to implement sustainable practices.

“The book is about making sustainability accessible, whether you’re a business leader or a farmer,” she said.

As ESG becomes a central concern for many industries, Jewell believes that education and a commitment to long-term change are essential.

To learn more about her work or purchase her book, visit samjewel.com or urth.io.

News

Google’s dominance threatened by lawsuit

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10 hours ago

October 10, 2024

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The U.S. Justice Department is taking aim at Google’s search empire.

The DOJ wants Google to spin off key assets like Chrome and Android to create a fairer marketplace. Analysts warn this move could undercut Google’s search dominance and slow down its progress in AI. Google might even be forced to share user data, potentially boosting its competitors.

Leaders

Biden speaks to Netanyahu over the phone in a bid to ease escalating tensions in the Middle East

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15 hours ago

October 10, 2024

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President Biden and PM Netanyahu speak on the phone for the first time in months as tensions with Iran explode. No ceasefire, no end in sight, with Israel and Hezbollah locked in conflict.

U.S. President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke on Wednesday as tensions with Iran continue to flare.

The 30-minute call between Biden and Netanyahu marks their first since August, highlighting escalating conflict between Israel and Iran-backed forces.

With the conflict with Hezbollah intensifying and Gaza caught in the crossfire, there’s no indication of a ceasefire on the horizon. #featured #trending