Day: March 31, 2023

#SeeItSayItIgnoreIt: Rape as “Non-Emergency”

The attempted classification of rape as a ‘non-emergency’ would be shocking in any Western democracy; but in 21st-century Britain, the home of Magna Carta, it now appears the right to justice is too much to ask.

The Day America Became Russia

The Trump indictment puts the spotlight on a very disturbing trend in American politics: the slow transition of a constitutional republic into a totalitarian state.

Charles III’s First Visit to Germany

In his speech, the King emphasised Germany’s decisive support for Ukraine—which he described as “courageous”—and the risks the war posed to European peace.

#SeeItSayItIgnoreIt: Rape as “Non-Emergency”

#SeeItSayItIgnoreIt: Rape as “Non-Emergency”

The attempted classification of rape as a ‘non-emergency’ would be shocking in any Western democracy; but in 21st-century Britain, the home of Magna Carta, it now appears the right to justice is too much to ask.

March 31, 2023
France: Man Receives 4-Year Prison Sentence for Cathedral Arson Attack

France: Man Receives 4-Year Prison Sentence for Cathedral Arson Attack

The defendant’s decision to set fire to the centuries-old cathedral came after he received an order to leave the French territory.

March 31, 2023
EU Parliament Thrown Into Middle of Spain-Catalan Independence Row

EU Parliament Thrown Into Middle of Spain-Catalan Independence Row

Catalan separatist and MEP Clara Ponsatí claims immunity from prosecution by the Spanish state. The EU Parliament stripped her of immunity in 2021, but the European Court of Justice has provisionally restored it.

March 31, 2023
The Day America Became Russia

The Day America Became Russia

The Trump indictment puts the spotlight on a very disturbing trend in American politics: the slow transition of a constitutional republic into a totalitarian state.

March 31, 2023
Woman Charged With Insulting Macron on Facebook

Woman Charged With Insulting Macron on Facebook

She didn’t think she had committed any crime in referring to the French president as “a piece of filth” on Facebook. French authorities thought otherwise.

March 31, 2023
Belgium: 8 Arrested in Counter Terrorism Raids

Belgium: 8 Arrested in Counter Terrorism Raids

Authorities say that the suspects who were arrested during the raids were planning a terrorist attack on Belgian soil.

March 31, 2023
Open Letter to European Commission on Certificate of Parenthood Legislation

Open Letter to European Commission on Certificate of Parenthood Legislation

“I urge you, on behalf of the children who cannot defend their own rights, to reject the Certificate of Parenthood.”

March 31, 2023
Henrik’s Last Ride? EU Transport Chief Resigns After Qatar Revelations

Henrik’s Last Ride? EU Transport Chief Resigns After Qatar Revelations

Hololei resigned from his top position in the transport department and will move to a new role within the Commission despite accusations of unethical behaviour.

March 31, 2023
Charles III’s First Visit to Germany

Charles III’s First Visit to Germany

In his speech, the King emphasised Germany’s decisive support for Ukraine—which he described as “courageous”—and the risks the war posed to European peace.

March 31, 2023
MEPs Call for an End of Defense Fund Abuse

MEPs Call for an End of Defense Fund Abuse

Outraged by Estonia’s example, EU lawmakers want standardized rules and more transparency within the European Peace Facility.

March 31, 2023
Donald Trump Indicted

Donald Trump Indicted

The exact nature of the charges is unclear because the indictment will remain under seal until the former president is arraigned next week.

March 31, 2023
Not Amused: Stockholm Scolds Russian Embassy Over “Legitimate Target” Remark

Not Amused: Stockholm Scolds Russian Embassy Over “Legitimate Target” Remark

Foreign Minister Tobias Billström said his department would summon the Russian ambassador to “protest this obvious attempt” at interference with Sweden’s NATO bid.

March 31, 2023