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UAE–Iran: A New Episode of Regional Tensions
The statement issued by the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs marks a new stage in the rapid deterioration of the…
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What to Do If You’re Fired Unfairly in the EU
You arrive at work expecting a normal day — and instead leave with a termination letter. Maybe the explanation feels vague, rushed,…
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Iconography of Christ depicted as “King of Kings and Lord of lords”
King of Kings, The Queen Stands at Your Right Hand – a special variant of the Deesis composition, where Christ is depicted…
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Costa calls for a more sovereign Europe in Hamburg
At the historic Matthiae Mahl in Hamburg, European Council President António Costa set out a vision of a stronger European Union that…
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European Parliament event explores the aims of the Muslim Brotherhood in Europe and beyond
An event took place inside the European Parliament today arranged by IMPAC Belgium, the ECR Group in the European Parliament, and the European People's Party.…
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News
Women’s Day 2026: Europe’s Past and Power
On 8 March 2026, International Women’s Day in Europe is not only a commemoration of past struggles. It is also a snapshot of present power. The day was born in labour movements…
Exposure to pollution linked to depression, anxiety and other mental health issues | Press releases
Press releasePublished 03 Mar 2026ImageGrzegorz Moroń, Well with Nature / EEAReducing pollution, in line with the EU Zero Pollution action plan, could improve mental health across…
Economy
More Economy newsEU “Buy European” Plan Tests Single Market Rules
Brussels prepares a major procurement shift as industry cheers—and lawyers warn of trade and competition risks The EU is moving…
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EU Waters Down Supply-Chain Due-Diligence Rules
Member states narrow scope, delay deadlines, and drop climate-plan duty as business groups cheer and rights advocates warn of reduced…
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Europe
More Europe newsShame on the EU! 15th month without EU Special Envoy on Freedom of Religion or Belief is over
In the meantime, the Council of Europe appoints a Secretary General’s Special Representative on antisemitism, anti-Muslim hatred, and all forms…
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Berset Warns Europe Needs Legal Unity as Middle East War Spreads
Strasbourg, 1 March 2026 — As hostilities intensify across Iran, Israel and the wider Gulf, Council of Europe Secretary General…
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Italy Says …
Reply to latest parliamentary question on the high-profile Lettori case shows that the European Commission unquestioningly accepted Italy’s evidence in the unprecedented and historic third infringement case for…
Human Rights
More Human Rights newsScientology launches youth guide promoting EU VALUES
Online initiative explains EU values, the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights and the European Convention on Human Rights with official…
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Dobrota psych hospital allegations revive CRPD calls to end institutions
A complaint by Montenegro’s Human Rights Action, prompted by leaked preliminary findings linked to the Council of Europe’s anti-torture committee,…
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UN Human Rights Council Opens 2026 Session in Geneva
From Afghanistan and Sudan to Ukraine and child rights, the 61st regular session maps the year’s global human-rights agenda The United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) is convening…
Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE). Photo credit: THIX Photo
Politics
More Politics newsBrussels Region Forms New Government After Prolonged Deadlock
After months of uncertainty, the capital’s politics is being reshaped at two levels: the City of Brussels and the Brussels-Capital…
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Juan Antonio Peña Medina: Telde’s Accessible Mayor
From journalism to City Hall, with a “close to the street” approach
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EU demands “full clarity” as US tariff turbulence puts trade deal to the test
Commission insists “a deal is a deal” while a key MEP urges the Parliament to pause its vote Brussels, 22 February 2026 — The European Commission is pressing…
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Religion
More Religion newsConversations on the Transmigration of Souls and Communication with the Afterlife (Buddhism and Spiritualism)
By Boris Ilyich Gladkov Conversation One 1. Man has never been able to reconcile himself to the idea that death…
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Conversations on the Transmigration of Souls and Communication with the Afterlife (Buddhism and Spiritualism) – 3
By Boris Ilyich Gladkov Conversation Three 1. Last time, I concluded my talk on communication with the afterlife with these…
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Conversations on the Transmigration of Souls and Communication with the Afterlife (Buddhism and Spiritualism) – 2
By Boris Ilyich Gladkov Conversation Two 1. Last time, I began our conversation about the transmigration of souls with the words: "Man has never been able to reconcile…
International
More International newsIran Under Fire: The United States, Israel and the War
Cynicism, illusions, and imperialist ambitions are accompanying the bombs raining down on Iran in this war between gangster states. Public…
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Kissing is an “evolutionary mystery”
The question of why humans kiss remains one of the great evolutionary mysteries Why has evolution preserved this seemingly “impractical,”…
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Elchin Amirbayov and the Constitutional Condition for Peace
In the complex diplomatic landscape of the South Caucasus, certain figures play a central role in the attempt to transform a long-standing conflict into a durable peace. Among…
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Justice on the move: Mobile courts offer hope for communities in South Sudan
Its mission: to prepare for the deployment of a mobile court expected to begin next month. This initiative can’t come soon enough…
Diana Bahadour (Baby Rider) 2006-2026, shot dead by mistake in Iran, and there have already been more than 100,000 errors in recent months.
ERRORS AND HUMAN RIGHTS.- Diana Bahadour (sometimes referred to as Diana Bahadorand known on social networks as “Baby Rider”) was a young…
Exposure to pollution linked to depression, anxiety and other mental health issues | Press releases
Press releasePublished 03 Mar 2026ImageGrzegorz Moroń, Well with Nature / EEAReducing pollution, in line with the EU Zero Pollution action plan, could…
Iran and Moroccan Islam: A Dangerous Contradiction“Opinion piece by Isaac Hammoush”
In recent weeks, several Moroccan cities have witnessed demonstrations where, beyond the traditional solidarity with Palestine, slogans and symbols have expressed explicit…
World News in Brief: Gaza crossings closed, fighting in Sudan continues, Afghanistan quake victims
Speaking at the regular noon briefing in New York on Monday, UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said that Israeli authorities have closed all…
Iran crisis: Schoolgirls killed, thousands displaced and aid compromised
UN human rights office spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani also recalled the horror of a strike on Saturday which reportedly killed and injured dozens…
Energy app turns neighbours into local clean energy power players
A school in Madrid is now powered by solar panels on its roof thanks to investments from local residents. People could put…
The War that was waiting to happen, yet Europe is barely watching
Pakistan and Afghanistan's conflict along the Durand Line, drawn by British officials over a century ago, erupted on February 27, 2026. This…
1000 Days of War in Sudan: Documenting Genocide, Demanding Justice
UN Human Rights Chief Türk addresses Sudan's three-year conflict: ongoing atrocities and humanitarian crisis affecting civilians at unprecedented scale.