Europe
New EU rules will reduce packaging waste
The EU has signed off on new rules that will significantly reduce the generation of packaging waste. They set binding re-use targets, restrict certain types of single-use packaging and require…
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UK Appoints David Smith MP as Special Envoy for FoRB
UK Government appoints David Smith MP as Special Envoy for FoRB (Freedom of Religion or Belief), reinforcing global commitment to religious rights advocacy.
America
ARGENTINA Javier Milei’s First Year in Office: A Bold Vision or Polarizing Gamble?
In a much-awaited speech marking one year since his inauguration, Argentina's President Javier Milei presented a comprehensive and impassioned address, celebrating what he described as a transformative year for the…
Environment
Commissioner Christophe Hansen: Building together the future of farming, food and EU rural areas!
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…
Europe
A Vote of Confidence, What’s at Stake for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz?
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…
Europe
EU updates Air Safety List
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…
Europe
EU launches humanitarian air bridge to carry vital supplies to Syria
The EU has launched a humanitarian air bridge carrying vital supplies, such as food, medicines, and shelter items, to the people of Syria. The situation on the ground there remains…
Europe
How you scroll matters: passive social media use linked to loneliness
Passive consumption of social media seems to reinforce feelings of disconnection, according to a JRC policy brief which examines the relationship between social media use and loneliness. Social media has become…
Europe
Bulgaria and Romania to fully join Schengen area on 1 January
EU countries have agreed to remove checks on persons at the internal land borders with and between Bulgaria and Romania from 1 January 2025. Checks on persons at EU internal…
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European Parliament Re-establishes Intergroup on Freedom of Religion or Belief
Brussels – In a decisive move to enhance the protection of religious freedom across Europe and beyond, the European Parliament has re-established the Intergroup on Freedom of Religion or Belief. This…