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New genome editing technologies - Support within certain limits
The scientific community is abuzz with discussion about the new technologies to modify genes such as CrisprCas9. In a statement today, the Council of Europe's Committee on bioethics DH-BIO said, “There is strong support for better understanding of causes of diseases and future treatment through...
End sexual abuse of children!
First monitoring report on how countries protect children will be presented in Strasbourg
Minority languages: Active efforts needed to raise awareness
The Council of Europe has published new recommendations to Poland and the Czech Republic on protection and promotion of minority languages, based on reports evaluating how the two countries comply with the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages. While acknowledging a well-developed...
Disability: Human rights should come first
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
European Human Rights Convention: 65 years
"The European Convention on Human Rights has become a glue that continues to bind our Continent together, despite our many differences and the historical and political rivalries between our States. It has become the basis for a common European legal space, built on shared standards. Most...
