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Iran Under American Bombs
The explosions that have shaken several major Iranian cities, including Tehran, mark a new phase in the military escalation that now openly…
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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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Disability Rights Missing in EU Migration Pact
As the European Union moves toward full application of its Pact on Migration and Asylum in June 2026, disability-rights advocates are warning…
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What to Do If Your Personal Data Is Misused in Europe
You open your inbox and see a message from a company you’ve never heard of — yet they somehow know your name,…
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How Fish See
They Use Special Organs Deep-sea fish usually have very large eyes, with very developed lenses and pupils It has already been proven…
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The War between Iran, USA and Israel ended the shadow conflict and left a strategic dilemma for Europe
‘Toxic rain’ warning from oil depot strikes amid ongoing Middle East war
Speaking to reporters in Geneva, UN Human Rights office spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani raised concerns about the health and environmental impacts of Israeli and U.S. strikes attacks on oil…
Economy
More Economy newsEU “Buy European” Plan Tests Single Market Rules
Brussels prepares a major procurement shift as industry cheers—and lawyers warn of trade and competition risks The EU is moving…
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Europe
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EU steps up civil protection efforts and brings back 356 citizens home amid developments in the Middle East
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EU Backs Seven Green Projects With €103 Million
The European Commission has approved more than €103 million for seven strategic projects under the LIFE programme, backing initiatives in…
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Europe’s Crumbling Civil Shelters Highlight EU’s Limited Role in Civil Protection
** The recent inspections of civil shelters in Cyprus, following a drone strike, have exposed the widespread neglect of these facilities across Europe. The EU's limited authority under…
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Human Rights
More Human Rights newsScientology launches youth guide promoting EU VALUES
Online initiative explains EU values, the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights and the European Convention on Human Rights with official…
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Dobrota psych hospital allegations revive CRPD calls to end institutions
A complaint by Montenegro’s Human Rights Action, prompted by leaked preliminary findings linked to the Council of Europe’s anti-torture committee,…
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UN Human Rights Council Opens 2026 Session in Geneva
From Afghanistan and Sudan to Ukraine and child rights, the 61st regular session maps the year’s global human-rights agenda The United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) is convening…
Politics
More Politics newsBrussels Region Forms New Government After Prolonged Deadlock
After months of uncertainty, the capital’s politics is being reshaped at two levels: the City of Brussels and the Brussels-Capital…
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Juan Antonio Peña Medina: Telde’s Accessible Mayor
From journalism to City Hall, with a “close to the street” approach
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EU demands “full clarity” as US tariff turbulence puts trade deal to the test
Commission insists “a deal is a deal” while a key MEP urges the Parliament to pause its vote Brussels, 22 February 2026 — The European Commission is pressing…
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Religion
More Religion newsIconography of Christ depicted as “King of Kings and Lord of lords”
King of Kings, The Queen Stands at Your Right Hand – a special variant of the Deesis composition, where Christ…
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Khartoum’s Silent War: The Reimposition of Religious Strictures on Women Amidst Civil Conflict
The article examines the re-emergence of Islamist influence in Khartoum during Sudan’s ongoing civil war between the Sudanese Armed Forces…
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The Right to Mourn: Special Rapporteur Presents Report on Funeral Rights at HRC 61st Session
At the HRC 61st session in Geneva, Special Rapporteur Nazila Ghanea presented a report arguing that freedom of religion extends unequivocally to death. She asserted that denying funeral…
International
More International newsWhy Are the United States Now Placing the Muslim Brotherhood on the Terrorist List?
The recent decision by the United States to classify certain branches of the Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist organizations marks an…
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UAE–Iran: A New Episode of Regional Tensions
The statement issued by the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs marks a new stage in the rapid deterioration…
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20 camels thrown out of beauty pageant over botox
A scandal has erupted at an annual camel beauty pageant in Oman, with 20 contestants disqualified for using botox, the Daily Mail reports. During an inspection, judges discovered…
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World News in Brief: Myanmar airstrikes worsen crisis, South Sudan fighting threatens Akobo, Afghan women shut out of justice
The warning came against the backdrop of reports of fresh airstrikes by the military on a trading junction in the central Magway…
Exposure to pollution linked to depression, anxiety and other mental health issues
Reducing pollution, in line with the EU Zero Pollution action plan, could improve mental health across Europe, according to an EEA briefing…
Russian Railways sells Moscow railway station, cultural heritage site
The state-owned company "Russian Railways" has put up for sale the Riga railway station in Moscow, citing the company's sales and lease…
‘Toxic rain’ warning from oil depot strikes amid ongoing Middle East war
Speaking to reporters in Geneva, UN Human Rights office spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani raised concerns about the health and environmental impacts of Israeli and…
Connected countryside: smart tech is recharging rural Europe
Getting children ready and on time for school can be stressful. In Finnish Lapland, where winters are long and snowy and some…
As an ill wind blows across the Gulf, the Houthis finally do the Saudis some good
As the Israeli-US war against Iran rages across the Middle East, is it possible that Saudi Arabia is getting off more lightly? Public…
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 criticised prohibition…
Vienna hosts global drug policy debate at UN CND69
Vienna has once again become a diplomatic crossroads as the 69th session of the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs opens at…
Hungary’s data watchdog faces a credibility crisis
Hungary’s data protection authority is meant to protect citizens from abuse. But when secrecy, surveillance and political power collide, European courts and…