Day: February 9, 2026

Hong Kong Court Sentences Pro-Democracy Publisher Jimmy Lai to 20 Years

Hong Kong Court Sentences Pro-Democracy Publisher Jimmy Lai to 20 Years

American Cato Institute said the court’s ruling “signals a persistent decline in freedom” in the territory.

A Letter To Boost French Birth Rate

A Letter To Boost French Birth Rate

The French government wants to combat the decline in birth rates but has opted for disastrous communication.

February 9, 2026
Health Care for Refugees: France Opens the Floodgates a Little Wider

Health Care for Refugees: France Opens the Floodgates a Little Wider

In France, a refugee now has more rights to healthcare than an EU citizen.

February 9, 2026
Widespread Naturalization Test Fraud in Germany Uncovered

Widespread Naturalization Test Fraud in Germany Uncovered

Certificates purchased for €2,500–€6,000 allowed applicants to bypass official exams and secure German residency or citizenship.

February 9, 2026
Swedish Right Hails “Historic” Citizenship Rules

Swedish Right Hails “Historic” Citizenship Rules

The Sweden Democrats say that the law up till now has been “absurdly generous.”

February 9, 2026
Fidesz–KDNP: Hungary’s Most Popular Political Force

Fidesz–KDNP: Hungary’s Most Popular Political Force

New American research indicates the ruling party in Hungary would have comfortably won a hypothetical election held on Sunday, February 8th.

February 9, 2026
After 600 Days Without Government in Capital, Belgian PM Calls for Overhaul

After 600 Days Without Government in Capital, Belgian PM Calls for Overhaul

Belgium faces global embarrassment as parties fail to form a coalition in Brussels since the 2024 election.

February 9, 2026
Only Two Survivors Rescued in Deadly Mediterranean Migrant Crossing

Only Two Survivors Rescued in Deadly Mediterranean Migrant Crossing

At least 53 people are dead or missing after a migrant boat capsized off the Libyan coast.

February 9, 2026
‘Outright Lies’: China Slams U.S. Nuclear Test Claims

‘Outright Lies’: China Slams U.S. Nuclear Test Claims

As debates about nuclear testing intensify, Beijing urged Washington to “immediately stop its irresponsible actions.”

February 9, 2026
Sweden To Tighten Citizenship Rules

Sweden To Tighten Citizenship Rules

The country has for years struggled to integrate migrants, with many not even learning Swedish.

February 9, 2026
Portuguese Right Buoyed by Increasing Support and Confident It Can Win Future Election

Portuguese Right Buoyed by Increasing Support and Confident It Can Win Future Election

Ventura has “established himself as the leader of the right” in Portugal.

February 9, 2026
Russia Continues to Accuse Ukraine of Assassination Attempt on Top Military Officer

Russia Continues to Accuse Ukraine of Assassination Attempt on Top Military Officer

The FSB says the shooter was recruited and trained in Ukraine, marking the latest in a series of attacks on Russian military personnel.

February 9, 2026