A ray of hope for cancer patients, with Dr. May Abdel-Wahab | UN ‘Awake at Night’ podcast teaser

Source: United Nations (video statements)

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Whenever a new cancer patient entered her office in the U.S., Dr. May Abdel-Wahab knew she could probably save their life. Now, as Director of the Division of Human Health at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), she delivers hope to patients in places where treatment has until now been unavailable.

“So much can be done to treat cancer, but too many people in the developing world have no access to care. It’s unthinkable. It’s unfair.”

With global cancer cases expected to mount in the next two decades, the IAEA is equipping low- and middle income countries with training and radiotherapy to help more people survive the disease. In this episode, Dr. May Abdel-Wahab reflects on the outlook for cancer outcomes around the world, the challenges of anchoring new treatment centres, and shares how her upbringing taught her to see the world as one human family.

“Every person that walks through the door is a new person, a new friend […] if they leave the exam room with a smile and feeling hope, then you’ve done a good job.”

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/mvNUJO18dn4

Love is a gamble, but not seeing eye to eye over banknotes is a real deal-breaker 💶💔🎲

Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

As we’re about to redesign our euro banknotes, why not look back at some of the entries for our original design contest in 1996?

💭 Inspired by our friends @bankofenglanduk

#EuroBanknotes #SingleCurrency #EuropeanCentralBank #Euro #Europe #ECB #MarriageIsScary #BOEMuseum #BankofEnglandMuseum

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State of the European Union 2025: European Union Migration Control

Source: European Commission (video statements)

In her State of the European Union 2025 speech, President Ursula von der Leyen stressed the importance of European Union Migration Control.

Europe must build a migration system that is both humane and realistic. She highlighted the need for a rapid agreement on the Common European Return System, a new sanctions regime against smugglers and traffickers, and the swift implementation of the Pact on Migration and Asylum.

Her message is clear: protecting those fleeing war and persecution must go hand in hand with securing Europe’s borders, and success will depend on all Member States playing their part.

#SOTEU2025

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8mIBBzawo8c

Vaping in the Weeds: The Merging of the E-cigarette and Cannabis Industries

Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

This presentation describes the nature of the merge of the e-cigarette and cannabis industries. Quality assurance issues as a result of the absence of regulation and oversight is described. Cases of self-reported adverse events and the challenges of cannabis product analysis are also discussed.

This webinar was hosted by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence on June 29, 2023.

(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWRSN6b9fSo

What is digital trade? | Ask the WTO

Source: World Trade Organization – WTO (video statements)

E-commerce and digital technologies are transforming global trade — from streaming songs across borders to delivering services online. The WTO provides a forum for governments to give digital trade the specialized attention it deserves.

Learn how WTO agreements — including the Information Technology Agreement (ITA), the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS), and the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS Agreement) — support innovation and connectivity in the digital economy.

Download this video from the WTO website:
https://www.wto.org/english/res_e/webcas_e/webcas_e.htm

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0fBqQf_t-o

Scientific Controversies: Frye Standard

Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

This presentation is part of the virtual workshop "Qualifications of an Expert Witness for Legal Professionals – The Frye Standard," hosted by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence on August 2, 2023.

(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INQH-TaWA0Y

Out of the Frye Pan and Into the Fire

Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

This presentation is part of the virtual workshop "Qualifications of an Expert Witness for Legal Professionals – The Frye Standard," hosted by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence on August 2, 2023.

(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3fDyXr02mY

Establishing the Frye Standard

Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

This presentation is part of the virtual workshop "Qualifications of an Expert Witness for Legal Professionals – The Frye Standard," hosted by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence on August 2, 2023.

(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-5oGme_hKA

UK Assisted dying legislation debated by Lords

Source: United Kingdom UK House of Lords (video statements)

Lords members begin discussions on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill on Friday 12 September. This is the first of two days of second reading, the first phase of a bill’s passage through the Lords. Almost 200 members are expected to speak over two days, bringing a range of professional and lived experience, including nurses, doctors and lawyers.

The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill is a private members’ bill, which  is a type of public bill introduced by an individual member of the Lords (rather than the government).

If passed, it would allow adults in England and Wales with a prognosis of less than six months to live to be provided with assistance to end their lives, subject to eligibility criteria and conditions.

Find out more and see a list of members speaking in the debate: https://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2025/sept-2025/assisted-dying-bill-considered-by-lords/

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