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ECB Conference on Money Markets 2025 – Day 1

Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

The annual ECB Conference on Money Markets brings together academics, market practitioners, and central bankers for in-depth discussions on money markets, monetary policy implementation, and central bank operational frameworks. Through a combination of research presentations, insights from market participants, and high-profile keynote speeches, the conference aims to advance our understanding of money markets and monetary policy transmission.

In 2025, the ECB Conference on Money Markets will discuss the ongoing adjustments in money markets as they adapt to smaller central bank balance sheets, evolving operational frameworks for monetary policy implementation, and the increasing role of non-bank financial intermediaries.

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On life’s journey, make each step count, with Amina J. Mohammed | UN ‘Awake at Night’ podcast teaser

Source: United Nations (video statements)

How does one out of five sisters from rural Nigeria grow up to be UN Deputy Secretary-General?

Blessed with tenacity, determination and grit, Amina Mohammed has always been driven to improve the lives of her fellow human beings and our planet. Rising to the top of the United Nations, her vision has helped shape the world’s blueprint for a brighter future.

“One step at a time, this whole life is about a journey. Make each step count. It is about taking people with you. Don’t do this alone. It’s too heavy. You need people to cry with you, laugh with you.”

Amina Mohammed is known for making the impossible possible, and has relied on a strong moral compass and the strength of her convictions across a long and varied career of service. In this episode, the UN Deputy Secretary-General and mother-of-six and grandmother to five reflects on what the Sustainable Development Goals have meant in her own life and shares what chocolate and traditional clothes have to do with strong leadership.

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Expert Roundtable: A Discussion on Research and a Multidisciplinary Response to Sexual Assault

Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

This is one of 16 videos related to the Virtual Workshop: A Discussion on Research and a Multidisciplinary Response to Sexual Assault, which was hosted by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence January 26-27, 2022.

The workshop explores the advantages of a multidisciplinary approach to sexual assault cases, highlighting the inclusion of recommendations from NIJ’s National Best Practices for Sexual Assault Kits: A Multidisciplinary Approach into sexual assault response processes (see https://www.ojp.gov/pdffiles1/nij/250384.pdf). Additionally, this virtual workshop includes recent findings and research projects that have supported a multidisciplinary approach to sexual assault response reform. This no cost workshop convenes a wide audience including sexual assault nurse examiners, criminal justice practitioners representing federal, state, and local agencies, as well as subject matter experts from across the United States.

(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.)

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A Window of Opportunity: How SAK Testing Could Prevent Future Crimes

Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

This presentation by Rebecca Campbell, Michigan State University, is one of 16 videos related to the Virtual Workshop: A Discussion on Research and a Multidisciplinary Response to Sexual Assault, which was hosted by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence January 26-27, 2022.

The workshop explores the advantages of a multidisciplinary approach to sexual assault cases, highlighting the inclusion of recommendations from NIJ’s National Best Practices for Sexual Assault Kits: A Multidisciplinary Approach into sexual assault response processes (see https://www.ojp.gov/pdffiles1/nij/250384.pdf). Additionally, this virtual workshop includes recent findings and research projects that have supported a multidisciplinary approach to sexual assault response reform. This no cost workshop convenes a wide audience including sexual assault nurse examiners, criminal justice practitioners representing federal, state, and local agencies, as well as subject matter experts from across the United States.

(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.)

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Retrospective Study on DNA Analysis Findings from Sexual Assault Kits

Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

This presentation by Julie Valentine, Brigham Young University, is one of 16 videos related to the Virtual Workshop: A Discussion on Research and a Multidisciplinary Response to Sexual Assault, which was hosted by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence January 26-27, 2022.

The workshop explores the advantages of a multidisciplinary approach to sexual assault cases, highlighting the inclusion of recommendations from NIJ’s National Best Practices for Sexual Assault Kits: A Multidisciplinary Approach into sexual assault response processes (see https://www.ojp.gov/pdffiles1/nij/250384.pdf). Additionally, this virtual workshop includes recent findings and research projects that have supported a multidisciplinary approach to sexual assault response reform. This no cost workshop convenes a wide audience including sexual assault nurse examiners, criminal justice practitioners representing federal, state, and local agencies, as well as subject matter experts from across the United States.

(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.)

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Enabling Effective Data Stewardship in Sexual Assault Forensic Services

Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

This presentation by Bruce Houlihan, Orange County Crime Laboratory, is one of 16 videos related to the Virtual Workshop: A Discussion on Research and a Multidisciplinary Response to Sexual Assault, which was hosted by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence January 26-27, 2022.

The workshop explores the advantages of a multidisciplinary approach to sexual assault cases, highlighting the inclusion of recommendations from NIJ’s National Best Practices for Sexual Assault Kits: A Multidisciplinary Approach into sexual assault response processes (see https://www.ojp.gov/pdffiles1/nij/250384.pdf). Additionally, this virtual workshop includes recent findings and research projects that have supported a multidisciplinary approach to sexual assault response reform. This no cost workshop convenes a wide audience including sexual assault nurse examiners, criminal justice practitioners representing federal, state, and local agencies, as well as subject matter experts from across the United States.

(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.)

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19th Package of Sanctions against Russia: Statement by European Commission President von der Leyen

Source: European Commission (video statements)

On 19 September 2025, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the 19th package of sanctions against Russia.

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UK Watch live as key debate on assisted dying legislation continues

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

Members continue discussions on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill on Friday 19 September. This is the second of two days of second reading, the first phase of a bill’s passage through the Lords.

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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