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Title: Palestine Condemns Israel's Closure of UNRWA Schools in East Jerusalem

Title: Palestine Condemns Israel's Closure of UNRWA Schools in East Jerusalem

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On May 8, Sadiq Qadur, spokesman for the Palestinian Ministry of Education, stated that the department condemned Israel's closure of schools run by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) in East Jerusalem, deeming it "a violation of children's right to education." Qadur called on international agencies, especially UNESCO and UNICEF, to take action to defend the right of local children to education and to force Israel to reverse this decision.more

Driving a Dirty Car in Russia Can Lead to Fines

Driving a Dirty Car in Russia Can Lead to Fines

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Driving a Dirty Car in Russia Can Lead to Finesmore

May 16, 2025, 2:52 pm EDT
In Nepal, Nods Mean No and Shakes Mean Yes

In Nepal, Nods Mean No and Shakes Mean Yes

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When traveling to Nepal, visitors are often surprised to discover a significant difference in non - verbal communication. In this South Asian nation, the common gestures of nodding and shaking the head carry meanings that are the opposite of what many people around the world are accustomed to.more

May 16, 2025, 3:07 pm EDT
Greece’s “Men - Only” Island: A World Apart

Greece’s “Men - Only” Island: A World Apart

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Nestled in Greece, the secluded island of Mount Athos, also known as “Agion Oros,” stands as a unique enclave with an extraordinary rule: it strictly prohibits women from setting foot on its shores. This ancient regulation has created a distinct society that has remained untouched by the presence of females for centuries.more

May 16, 2025, 3:11 pm EDT