Sustainability – Logic, Premise, and Critiques
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Ukraine: $588 billion recovery cost over the next 10 years
The finding comes in the updated joint Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment (RDNA5) issued on Monday by the Government, the World Bank Group, the European Commission and…
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Unlike von der Leyen, Alain Berset names envoy to defend Europe’s religious minorities
Council of Europe move targets antisemitism, anti-Muslim hatred, and wider religious intolerance As hate incidents and polarisation spill across borders, Council of…
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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…
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South Sudan fighting displaces nearly 280,000; UN warns of ‘perfect storm’
The escalation comes amid rising protection risks for civilians and aid workers, with three humanitarian personnel killed between 7 and 16 February…
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EU Waters Down Supply-Chain Due-Diligence Rules
Member states narrow scope, delay deadlines, and drop climate-plan duty as business groups cheer and rights advocates warn of reduced accountability EU…
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Environment
Rail offers a major opportunity for Europe to cut transport emissions, as road transport still dominates
Transport remains Europe’s most persistent climate challenge. While rail offers a low-emission alternative for moving people and goods, Europe’s continued reliance on road transport is keeping greenhouse gas and pollutant emissions high,…
The Price Paradox: Why UK Apples Cost More Than Imported Bananas
** Despite being homegrown, UK apples are more expensive than imported bananas. This article explores the factors driving this pricing paradox, including supermarket strategies, wage increases,…
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Economy
More Economy newsThe Price Paradox: Why UK Apples Cost More Than Imported Bananas
** Despite being homegrown, UK apples are more expensive than imported bananas. This article explores the factors driving this pricing…
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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…
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Europe
More Europe newsWhat to Do If Your Personal Data Is Misused in the EU
A suspicious email. A leaked password. A targeted advertisement that knows too much. Across the European Union, personal data misuse…
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What to Do If Your Flight Is Cancelled in Europe
When the departure board flips to “Cancelled”, EU law gives you real options It usually happens in a blink: one…
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What to Do If Your Energy Bill Seems Wrong in the EU
If your electricity or gas bill suddenly spikes, EU rules and national regulators give you clear ways to challenge it. Start by checking the meter and contract, complain…
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Human Rights
More Human Rights newsDobrota 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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EU Funding at Risk When Public Tenders Impose Faith Tests
Audit rules designed to protect the EU budget can collide head-on with “faith-breaker” clauses that ask bidders or applicants to…
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Scientology 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 sources, scenarios and a self-check quiz
Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE). Photo credit: THIX Photo
Ms Carmen Leyte, Rapporteur on the Opinion on the Additional Protocol presenting the Opinion. Photo credit: THIX Photo
Politics
More Politics newsJuan Antonio Peña Medina: Telde’s Accessible Mayor
From journalism to City Hall, with a “close to the street” approach
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Kallas pushes back on US ‘Europe-bashing’ at Munich
EU’s top diplomat rejects Washington’s “civilizational erasure” rhetoric, while insisting the transatlantic bond must endure—even amid sharper ideological friction.
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Brussels 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 Region
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Featured Image: French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrive together at the EU leaders' retreat at Alden Biesen Castle, Belgium, February 12, 2026. (European Council)
Religion
More Religion newsChina’s Methodical Crackdown on the Church of Almighty God: A Record Year of Persecution
The Church of Almighty God (CAG) released its 2026 annual persecution report on February 13, documenting the most severe year…
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We honor the saint who stopped Attila at the gates of Rome
On February 18, the Orthodox Church honors one of the brightest defenders of Christianity – Saint Leo, Pope of Rome,…
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UN Report on Minority Rights Flags Systemic Gaps as Human Rights Council Convenes in Geneva
The new OHCHR report, Rights of persons belonging to national or ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities, reveals a critical gap in global anti-discrimination protections. Presented to the 61st…
International
More International newsMBZ welcomes US Senator Lindsey Graham to Abu Dhabi: strategic dialogue and the international role of the Emirates
The President of the United Arab Emirates, Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, welcomed US Senator Lindsey Graham to Abu Dhabi…
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Le Premier ministre du Qatar à Caracas : diplomatie énergétique et équilibres mondiaux
La visite du Premier ministre et ministre des Affaires étrangères du Qatar, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani, à Venezuela ne relève…
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Baku and Washington usher in a new strategic era
On February 10, 2026, in Baku, Azerbaijan and the United States officially signed a strategic partnership agreement following a high-level visit marked by a meeting between President Ilham…
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Industrial transformation key to cutting emissions and pollution further in Europe’s energy-intensive industries | Press releases
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Ukraine’s women at breaking point after four years of war as attacks on energy, healthcare continue – UN humanitarians
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World News in Brief: UN humanitarian chief visits South Sudan, shelter fire risks in Gaza, West Bank violence
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Security Council LIVE: Sudan in focus amid genocide warnings in Darfur
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‘No corner of Sudan is safe’: UN officials warn of famine and atrocities as war intensifies
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The duration of sleep that increases the risk of premature death has been identified
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Bulgaria is in the top 5 countries with a risk of burnout
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End of smoking in Turkey
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Romanian Patriarchate builds new church palliative care center
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World News in Brief: Conflict deepens hunger crisis in South Sudan, restrictions hinder aid delivery in Gaza, UN child rights envoy concludes first visit to Syria
About 60 per cent of the population – some 1.2 million people – is already acutely food insecure, according to WFP.Food assistance is…
Sudan: Rights chief alarmed after at least 57 killed in drone attacks in two days
Volker Türk was alarmed by the reports, which said that at least 15 children were among the victims. “These latest killings are yet another reminder of…
Lagarde Exit Talk Triggers ECB Succession Scramble
Speculation that Christine Lagarde could step down from the European Central Bank before her term ends is driving a fresh round of…
The “alleged” violation of the DAO of the National Police in Spain, of an inspector under its command, violates the most basic human rights of the victim
The “alleged” rape complaint linked to the Deputy Operational Director (DAO) of the Spanish National Police, José Ángel González, opens the door…
Grain ATMs and hunger maps: AI innovations spotlighted at UN agency showcase in India
From biometric grain dispensers and smart warehouses to crisis-mapping platforms and humanitarian communication avatars, the UN World Food Programme (WFP) showcase at the Artificial Intelligence Impact Summit demonstrated how…
Robot clean-up crews tackle litter on Europe’s seabed
A ship with a crane floats in the Mediterranean sun at a marina in Marseille, France. The crane whirs as it hauls…
Humanitarian access to Gaza still insufficient for relief and rebuilding: UN development chief
Mr. De Croo, who chose Gaza for his first overseas visit since being appointed to the top job in November 2025, called…
World News in Brief: Madagascar cyclone response, Gaza medical evacuations, remembering civil rights icon Jesse Jackson
According to government reports, more than 800 people have been injured and nine remain missing.The cyclone has caused widespread damage: more than…
Telde: Faith, Heritage and Literary Tourism
Historic quarters, living traditions and writer-linked sites draw niche cultural travellers