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Wednesday August 05, 2026

The police in Finland use firearm with deliberation and on rare occasions

The Finnish police use firearms on rare occasions. Even though individual situations involving the use of force sometimes receive a lot of public attention, it is important to examine the use of firearms by the police through statistics and changes in the operating environment, not just on the

Published: 22:26 pm,Sunday 17 August 2025

Cease fire now to save lives, restore peace in Gaza

Israel's Security Cabinet has recently approved a plan to take over Gaza City, a move that has triggered widespread condemnation at home and abroad. At a time when Israel is escalating its military operations in the Gaza Strip and worsening an already dire humanitarian catastrophe, the calls for

Published: 12:01 pm,Tuesday 4 February 2025

Oral Health: A Critical but Often Overlooked Aspect of Cancer Treatments

Many people associate oral health with bad breath or cavities, even though its impact extends to the entire body. For example, chemotherapy and radiation therapy—key treatments for cancer—often significantly affect oral health. This should be considered before starting cancer treatments, as severe side effects not only impact quality

Published: 12:43 pm,Thursday 11 September 2025

Finland’s OSCE Chairmanship Coincides with Historic Peace Developments in the South Caucasus

At the beginning of August, Washington witnessed a historic moment when the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, and the Prime Minister of Armenia, Nikol Pashinyan, signed a joint declaration in the presence of U.S. President Donald J. Trump. The document confirmed a new framework for peace. At the

Published: 21:51 pm,Monday 4 August 2025

Mob, radicalism, minority oppression, cultural crackdown dominate a year of Bangladesh interim regime

A year ago on August 5, 2024, former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was ousted in a nationwide student uprising in Bangladesh and subsequently left the country for India. However, it was clear that was a US and Islamist-sponsored movement against her administration, akin to the colour revolutions

Published: 10:35 am,Tuesday 19 November 2024

Malaysia-Finland: Forging Ahead Together, One Teacher & Student at a Time

The HundrED Education Innovation Summit 2024 recently took place from 12–14 November in Helsinki, Finland. Since its inception in 2016, HundrED has been dedicated to showcasing the importance of innovation in education and celebrating hundreds of innovators committed to improving the lives of students, teachers, and the wider

Published: 11:41 am,Thursday 10 October 2024

Why Ignoring Oral Health Could Be Harming for Your Mental Health

World Mental Health Day on October 10 is an important reminder of the interconnectedness of our physical and mental well-being. Among the often-overlooked aspects of this relationship is the vital role oral health plays in individuals with mental health problems. This association is significant to keep in mind

Published: 10:19 am,Tuesday 7 November 2023

Poor Oral Health and Oral Dysbiosis: A Link to Systemic Diseases and Cancer

Scientists have discovered a significant link between poor oral health and systemic diseases, including specific cancers. This connection is centered around so-called oral dysbiosis, a condition where imbalanced oral bacteria can lead to a range of health issues. It also emphasizes the crucial role of oral hygiene in

Published: 11:19 am,Wednesday 24 May 2023

The regime Iranians are battling is not only their problem

As Iran gets closer than ever to achieving nuclear weapons, Iranians are trying to subvert a cult-like regime that not only oppresses them, but also puts global security at risk.

Published: 22:34 pm,Sunday 22 September 2024

Bangladesh at risk as interim regime targets secular forces, favours extremists

A series of alarming incidents have been unfolding in Bangladesh in the aftermath of the fall of the former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina regime. Media reports are failing to capture and expose the full scope of these events. What’s particularly concerning is that the 'unconstitutional' interim administration led

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