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A Bulgarian gang stealing used oil in France – ‘Grease Thieves’
Bulgarian trace in the theft of a large amount of used oil in France, which is sold for recycling and converted into biofuels, Agence France-Presse reported on 18 June 2023.…
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A Bulgarian gang stealing used oil in France – ‘Grease Thieves’
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Horn of Africa: Around 60 million in urgent humanitarian need
“About five million children under the age of five are estimated to be facing acute malnutrition in 2023 in the Horn region, in the Greater Horn. That is about 10.4…
Human Rights
UN refugee agency predicts spike in resettlement needs next year
According to the Projected Global Resettlement Needs Assessment for 2024, over 2.4 million refugees will be in need of resettlement, marking a 20 per cent increase compared to 2023. A woman…
Human Rights
Torture as a weapon of war must cease, rights experts demand
Today, more than 100 armed conflicts are raging worldwide, devastating communities, winding back development, and leading to grave violations of human rights. Ranging from severe beatings to sexual humiliation and rape,…
Human Rights
Security in eastern DR Congo continues to worsen, Security Council hears
"So far, the ceasefire between the M23 and the FARDC has held up relatively well and has contributed to some security gains”, said UN Assistant Secretary-General for Africa Martha Pobee. “The…
Europe
Bureau adopts further decision on strengthening transparency and accountability
Today's Bureau decision will increase transparency on interest representatives’ participation in some 12 000 events held on Parliament's premises.
Asia
To rebel against injustice… Harfouch receives great support from the French Foreign Affairs Committee member at the Senat
In an extraordinary meeting organized by the “International League Against Racism and Anti-Semitism” (LICRA), and a member of the French Senate Nathalie Goulet, a number of prominent personalities met with…
Europe
Rail passenger rights: new rules to better protect EU travellers
New rules boosting rail passenger rights across the EU, including better care for delayed and disabled passengers, came into force in June 2023.
Europe
MEPs call for action against abuse of spyware (interview)
MEPs have raised concerns about the abuse of spyware like Pegasus and called for action.
Food
What is a paella and how to prepare and cook one?
Paella is a traditional Spanish dish that originated in Valencia. It is a rice-based dish that can be made with different ingredients, such as seafood, meat, vegetables, or a combination…