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On day seven of Middle East war, no let-up in suffering
Seven days since Israeli and US bombing in Iran prompted ongoing counter-strikes across the Middle East, humanitarians confirmed massive upheaval in Lebanon,…
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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 and the…
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EU’s gender equality champion awards: when fairness improves the science
For researchers at the Jožef Stefan Institute (JSI) in Slovenia, the realisation that gender-balanced research is better research hit home in 2024.That…
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Oil Prices Surge Amid Strait of Hormuz Disruption, Raising Inflation Concerns
The recent conflict involving Iran has led to significant disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, causing a substantial increase in oil prices.…
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Social fairness key to success of the EU’s new ETS2 cap and trade system
The introduction of the EU’s second ‘cap and trade’ emissions trading system (ETS2) for the road transport and buildings sectors will help spur Europe’s decarbonisation ambitions, accelerating the…
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European Parliament event explores the aims of the Muslim Brotherhood in Europe and beyond
An event took place inside the European Parliament today arranged by IMPAC Belgium, the ECR Group in the European Parliament, and the European People's Party. Entitled ‘Safeguarding Europe’, the event gathered policymakers, experts, and stakeholders in Brussels to…
Conversations on the Transmigration of Souls and Communication with the Afterlife (Buddhism and Spiritualism) – 2
By Boris Ilyich Gladkov Conversation Two 1. Last time, I began our conversation about the transmigration of souls with the words: "Man has never been able…
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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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…
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Europe
More Europe newsBerset Warns Europe Needs Legal Unity as Middle East War Spreads
Strasbourg, 1 March 2026 — As hostilities intensify across Iran, Israel and the wider Gulf, Council of Europe Secretary General…
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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,…
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Shame on the EU! 15th month without EU Special Envoy on Freedom of Religion or Belief is over
In the meantime, the Council of Europe appoints a Secretary General’s Special Representative on antisemitism, anti-Muslim hatred, and all forms of religious intolerance 15 months after the end…
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…
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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 newsConversations on the Transmigration of Souls and Communication with the Afterlife (Buddhism and Spiritualism)
By Boris Ilyich Gladkov Conversation One 1. Man has never been able to reconcile himself to the idea that death…
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Conversations on the Transmigration of Souls and Communication with the Afterlife (Buddhism and Spiritualism) – 3
By Boris Ilyich Gladkov Conversation Three 1. Last time, I concluded my talk on communication with the afterlife with these…
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Conversations on the Transmigration of Souls and Communication with the Afterlife (Buddhism and Spiritualism) – 2
By Boris Ilyich Gladkov Conversation Two 1. Last time, I began our conversation about the transmigration of souls with the words: "Man has never been able to reconcile…
International
More International newsGMO tomatoes with popcorn flavor created
Chinese scientists have created a genetically modified variety of tomatoes with a popcorn flavor, using the CRISPR/Cas9 tool, the development…
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Spanish city named Europe’s best destination for 2026
The Spanish capital was named the best destination in Europe for 2026 by European Best Destinations, which has published an…
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Kissing is an “evolutionary mystery”
The question of why humans kiss remains one of the great evolutionary mysteries Why has evolution preserved this seemingly “impractical,” even risky habit? And why is it completely…
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The War that was waiting to happen, yet Europe is barely watching
Pakistan and Afghanistan's conflict along the Durand Line, drawn by British officials over a century ago, erupted on February 27, 2026. This…
1000 Days of War in Sudan: Documenting Genocide, Demanding Justice
UN Human Rights Chief Türk addresses Sudan's three-year conflict: ongoing atrocities and humanitarian crisis affecting civilians at unprecedented scale.
Fears grow for ordinary Afghans after further clashes with Pakistan
The UN Secretary-General António Guterres said he was “deeply concerned by the escalation…and the impact that violence is having on civilian populations.”He called for…
Forgotten conflict in South Sudan at ‘a dangerous point’, Türk warns
In remarks to the Geneva-based international body, High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk called for urgent action to preserve the 2018 peace agreement…
Eight years of captivity: Finding freedom and healing in Ukraine
Four years after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, many people are trying to overcome deep-rooted trauma and rebuild what has been lost. For…
South Sudan: Funding gaps threaten nearly 2 million displaced people
The warning comes as the world’s youngest nation remains among the top displacement crises, with nearly 10 million people in need of humanitarian assistance including returnees fleeing the war in neighbouring Sudan. IOM requires just over $131 million for operations in South Sudan this year but faces…
Europe’s Weekly Soundtrack: Bad Bunny Holds the Crown as “DtMF” Leads the Week
Week of late February 2026, as reflected in Apple Music Europe (2026/02/27) and Spotify’s weekly charts for Global (2026/02/26) and Belgium (2026/02/26).…
Ukraine – Putin losing his teeth on Ukraine for 4 years. A commemoration in Brussels
AI generated image Four years ago, when Russian tanks crossed into Ukraine, the Kremlin imagined a swift, crushing bite—one decisive chomp that…
Humanitarian pressures grow as Cuba continues to struggle with energy shortages
Francisco Pichón cited growing risks to healthcare, water services and food distribution as the country’s energy reserves continue to fall.The UN’s top…