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The recent attack in Magdeburg involving terrorist Psychiatrist Al-Abdulmohsen has highlighted the urgent need for Germany to reassess its security measures. The incident raises important questions regarding integration, extremism, and public safety, further intensifying an already complex national discourse. Sociologist Dr. Lena Koch emphasizes the importance of addressing the underlying causes behind such incidents, emphasizing that it is not solely about the actions of one individual, but rather the systemic failures that enabled this tragedy to occur.
COMECE advocates for the unique contribution of Religious Education at the European Schools in latest position paper.
The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) publishes a position paper titled ‘Religious Education in...
Commission President Ursula von der Leyen joined EU Heads of State and Government yesterday for the last European Council summit of the year and the first one under the chairmanship of the new President António Costa.
The...
In a decisive move to enhance transparency and accountability within the European Union, the European Parliament has elected Teresa Anjinho as the new European Ombudsman for the 2025-2029 term. Anjinho, a distinguished Portuguese lawyer...
Brussels, Belgium, 19th Dec 2024 — KINGNEWSWIRE // In the heart of the city, beneath the watchful gaze of the Acropolis, a new movement is taking shape. On Sunday, December 15, 2024, 21 determined Greeks...
The key task for the new European Commission is to advance the green energy transition in a way that fosters unity and reduces social inequalities, especially in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) – a...
Europe, Japan and the US lead in power network patents, with China emerging as a strong player in smart grids
New patents to integrate artificial intelligence into power grids have grown sixfold in recent years,...
A letter from Gianna Fracassi, Secretary-General of Italy’s largest trade union, FLC CGIL, has brought the high-profile case of the long-running discrimination against non-national university language lecturers(“Lettori”) in Italian universities to the immediate attention...
By Willy Fautré from Tbilissi - During yesterday’s demonstrations at the parliament, some citizens have brought diplomas – to mark the fact that the “Georgian Dream” presidential candidate, ex-footballer Mikheil Kavelashvili, is just a...
As Christmas 2024 approaches, Archbishop Luc Terlinden embodies a spirit of hope and renewal that resonates deeply with Belgium's Catholic community. With a background rooted in humility and action, Terlinden’s reflections and leadership signal...
In a significant move for global religious freedom, the UK Government has appointed David Smith MP as its new Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB). This appointment, announced in early December...
Brussels — The European Parliament has taken the initiative to approve new committees with the intention of addressing key issues facing citizens. In a constructive move, leaders of political groups have announced the establishment...
A Personal and Professional Dedication to Agriculture
In a powerful address at one of Europe’s largest agricultural and food policy forums, Commissioner Christophe Hansen shared his personal and professional commitment to shaping the future of...
As Germany faces significant economic challenges, Chancellor Olaf Scholz has taken the rare step of submitting a vote of confidence to parliament. The decision, marking the first time a German Chancellor has done so...
The EU has issued an updated list of airlines considered unsafe and banned from flying in the EU. The latest update adds Air Tanzania to the list due to safety concerns identified by the...
Human rights situation in Ukraine deteriorates as attacks intensify amid ongoing persecution in Russian-occupied territories: OSCE human rights office
OSCE // WARSAW, 13 December 2024 – The human rights situation in Ukraine has continued to...
“The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) should be recognized by the EU as a terrorist group” was the main message of a conference hosted at the European Parliament by MEP Bert-Jan Ruissen on 4...
New product liability rules have entered into force, reflecting the increasing digital features of products and the growing circular economy.The EU’s product liability regime was established in 1985 to compensate those who have...
On December 4, 2024, the European Parliament hosted the 27th edition of the European Prayer Breakfast, where the Commission of the Bishops' Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) made a compelling case for the...
In a significant move for the international insurance regulatory landscape, Petra Hielkema, currently serving as the Chairperson of the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA), has been elected as Vice Chair of the...
BRUSSELS — Few investment disputes have garnered as much global attention as the case of the Micula brothers, two Romanian investors based in Sweden, who embarked on a decades-long legal battle against Romania. What began...
EU Commission Intensifies Monitoring of TikTok During Romanian Elections Amidst Concerns of Foreign Interference
As the Romanian elections unfold, the European Commission has ramped up its scrutiny of TikTok, invoking the Digital Services Act (DSA)...
Religious Freedom // Last November 29, 2024, at the Church of Scientology of Spain, located just meters from the National Parliament in Madrid, the 11th edition of the Religious Freedom Awards, was held.
This event,...
On 22 November, the Hindu community of Belgium celebrated the first legal step to the recognition of Hinduism by the Belgian Government and Parliament with their decision last year to grant a subsidy to the Hindu Forum...
Within the labyrinth of family courts, a chilling paradox persists: mothers, who should be lauded for their courage in denouncing the abuse suffered by their children, often find themselves exposed to paroxysmal institutional violence. These women, often referred to as "protective mothers," see their role as protective parents distorted and their rights restricted by institutions meant to ensure justice and safety. But how can processes designed to protect sometimes reproduce the very mechanisms of abuse they are supposed to combat—or even generate new ones?