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Recognition of parenthood: MEPs want children to have equal rights

Parliament supported the recognition of parenthood across the EU, irrespective of how a child was conceived, born or the type of family they have.

UN rights chief warns of dehumanization of Palestinians amid West Bank violence as Gaza crisis deepens

The dehumanization of Palestinians that characterizes many of the settlers’ actions is very disturbing and must cease immediately,” Mr. Türk said

Social action by religious minorities in Spain, a hidden treasure

The intense and quiet work carried out in Spain by religious denominations such as Buddhists, Baha'is, Evangelicals, Mormons, members of Scientology, Jews, Sikhs and Jehovah's Witnesses has remained for decades in the shadows, out...

Protests continue in Serbia following fraud in the last elections

The protest movement in Serbia has grown stronger following fraud during the recent parliamentary elections on December 17th

Jingle All the Way to Europe’s Festive Feast: The Top 3 Yuletide Delicacies!

Get ready to indulge in Europe's mouthwatering holiday treats! From gingerbread houses to mulled wine, the festive season is filled with scrumptious delights. Join us as we explore the top 5 yuletide delicacies that will make your taste buds jingle with joy!

Magnetoelectric Material Can Reconnect Severed Nerves

Magnetoelectric material is the first of its kind able to directly stimulate neural tissue and help treat neurological disorders or nerve damage.

Antidepressants and stroke

It's cold, Paris at this time of year is melting away in humidity, 83 percent, and in temperature, just three degrees. Luckily, my usual coffee with milk and a piece of toast with...

Advancing Human-Robot Interactions in Healthcare

When he isn’t investigating human motor control, the graduate student gives back by volunteering with programs that helped him grow as a researcher in the field of human-robot interactions in healthcare. An accomplished MIT...

Spin-Squeezing: Atoms Work Together for Better Quantum Measurements

Opening new possibilities for quantum sensors, atomic clocks and tests of fundamental physics, JILA researchers have developed new ways of “entangling” or interlinking the properties of large numbers of particles. In the process,...

The human rights of the “alleged” mentally ill

Is psychiatry really a scientific discipline? And what is a mentally ill person?

Pope Francis calls for peace in his “urbi et orbi” blessing

Today, Pope Francis delivered his traditional urbi et orbi blessing to the faithful around the world, where traditionally took stock of world conflicts.

Security Council adopts key resolution on Gaza crisis

The Security Council has adopted a resolution on Gaza crisis, among other points, demands immediate, safe and unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance

Editrice Vaticana presented a book on Mama Antula, the new Argentinean saint

Published in Italian by the prestigious Editrice Vaticana, the book illuminates the life and work of María Antonia de Paz y Figueroa, known as Mama Antula, who will be canonized on February 11, 2024,...

Deal on new EU rules to reduce road transport emissions

Parliament and Council reached a provisional agreement on new rules to reduce road transport emissions for passenger cars, vans, buses, trucks and trailers.

World News in Brief: Wave of ‘fear and dread’ in Ukraine, UN expert slams Navalny disappearance, youth leaders for nuclear disarmament meet

That’s according to UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Regional Director Regina De Dominicis who said in a statement on Monday that bombardment was “particularly unrelenting” in the east and south of the country. The UNICEF official...

Legal migration: Council and Parliament reach deal on a single permit directive

Provisional agreement between the Spanish Presidency of the Council and the European Parliament on legal migration into the EU labor market

Ukraine: Türk calls on Russia to silence the guns in appeal for ‘a just peace’

Since the onset of the invasion the UN human rights office (OHCHR) has meticulously monitored the situation. As of December 4, there have been over 10,000 civilian deaths, including 560 children, with an...

Top 5 Mobile Tracking Apps for Keeping Tabs on Loved Ones

There is nothing so important as knowing that your dear ones are safe and sound. However, constantly calling or texting them to check-in can be annoying on both sides. Fortunately, there are special...

EU adopts new sanctions against Russia

The new sanctions against Russia includes a ban on the import, purchase or transfer of diamonds from Russia and measures against circumvention of sanctions.

Gaza hospital destroyed, WHO chief reiterates ceasefire call

The head of the UN health agency has spoken out against the "effective destruction" of a Gaza hospital in the north by Israeli forces

French anti-cult law proposes to criminalise natural health

Vote on 19 December will decide the future of alternative medicine in France. Next week in France, the parliament will decide whether or not to support a law that grants authorities the power to criminalise...

The Flawed Sanctions Policy: Why Putin Wins

The EU's response to Putin's invasion of Ukraine raises concerns as EU exports to Armenia have surged 200% since the invasion, aiding Putin.

Anti-money laundering – agree to create new European authority

The Council and the Parliament reached a provisional agreement on creating a new European authority anti-money laundering and countering financing of terrorism

Frontex: MEPs want an effective border agency compliant with fundamental rights | News

On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted a resolution wrapping up the fact-finding investigation by the Working Group on Frontex Scrutiny with 366 votes in favour, 154 against, and 15 abstaining. Search and rescue at...

Recognition of parenthood: MEPs want children to have equal rights | News

With 366 votes against 145 and 23 abstentions, MEPs backed draft legislation to ensure that, when parenthood is established by an EU country, the rest of the member states will recognise it. The...
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