April 14, 1912 – Titanic Sinks

On April 14, 1912, during its first and only voyage across the Atlantic Ocean, the Titanic collided with an iceberg near the…

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Turkish sex symbol arrested in Istanbul with drugs, spectacular operation catches up with local elite

Turkey dawns with new wave of arrests of popular figures as part of large-scale drug investigation Singer Yusuf Güney, who promoted the…

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Monument to rat sapper unveiled

Magawa has been searching for mines in Cambodia since 2016, having discovered over 100 mines during his five-year career A monument to…

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Greece with new requirements for first aid kits in cars

From June 18, fines of 30 euros will be imposed Greece is changing the requirements for the contents of first aid kits…

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What to Do If You Lose Your Passport in Europe

You reach for your passport — and it’s gone. Maybe it slipped out of your bag, maybe it was stolen, or maybe…

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News

The bureaucracy of memory: France’s abstention and the weight of history

France's abstention on the UN resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as the "gravest crime against humanity" reveals a deep-seated reluctance to address the legacy of colonialism. While officials cite legal technicalities,…

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From Recognition to Mutual Understanding: A Gulf Strategy for Stability in an Age of Escalation

When missiles fly or shipping lanes are threatened in the Gulf, the consequences are no longer confined to the region. Within hours, energy markets react, insurance…

Hospital emergencies in Spain due to drug use in recent years: a failure of health information.

In 2022, approximately 6,600 emergency cases due to drug use were registered in the national surveillance system. Although there are…

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2026 Hungary Election Spotlights Semjén’s Religious Nationalism Project

As Hungary heads toward its parliamentary election on 12 April 2026, Viktor Orbán is again campaigning as the defender of…

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Where Society Meets the Economy – Exploring the Socio-Economic

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How Much Do YOU Cost?

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New rules to address bank failures protecting taxpayers and depositors
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EuroLeague’s €3.2bn Moment Meets NBA Pressure
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Human Rights

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Sudan’s General Burhan: an Islamist then and now

In trying to understand Sudan, and the civil war that has killed up to 150,000 people in the last three…

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Can Strasbourg Catch Up With the CRPD?

Europe Can No Longer Defend Article 5(1)(e) of the European Convention on Human Rights

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UN Human Rights Council Opens 2026 Session in Geneva
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What awaits Kazakhstan after the adoption of a new constitution

Kazakhstan has taken a significant step towards strengthening its ability to operate effectively in a complex and rapidly changing domestic…

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European Political Landscape Shifts as Slovenia’s Liberals Claim Victory and Italy Awaits Referendum Results

Slovenia's liberal leader Robert Golob narrowly wins parliamentary elections, offering relief to EU diplomats. Meanwhile, Italy braces for the outcome…

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OSCE meeting probes democratic lawmaking
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The Role of the Church in the Modern World

By Father Alexander Men If we think about the role of the Church in the modern world, in society, in…

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“The World” in the Holy Scripture (part 1)

By Father Nikolay Afanasiev 1. “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever…

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Iran War Escalates as Europe Seeks Common Line

Fresh Israeli strikes on Iran on Friday have pushed the Middle East war back to the centre of the global…

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In Vienna at UNODC, Petro Calls for a Smarter Drug Strategy

At the UN drug commission in Vienna on 9 March 2026, Colombian President Gustavo Petro delivered a speech that sharply…

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New Book Revisits the Khashoggi Murder

New Book Revisits the Khashoggi Murder

Isaac Hammouch’s new essay on the killing of Jamal Khashoggi approaches the case not only as a shocking murder, but as a revealing test of international power, justice…

What to Do If… in Europe

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What to Do If Your Bank Account Is Frozen in Europe

You try to pay for groceries or rent — and your card is declined. You check your banking app: your…

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What to Do If You Need Healthcare Abroad in Europe

You’re on holiday, a work trip, or visiting family abroad — and suddenly something goes wrong. A sharp pain, an…

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