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Kim Jong Un Hails ‘Heroic’ Suicide Soldiers Who Avoided Capture in Ukraine War

Kim Jong Un Hails ‘Heroic’ Suicide Soldiers Who Avoided Capture in Ukraine War

More than 6,000 North Korean soldiers have been killed fighting alongside Russian forces—some are dying by their own hand.

April 29, 2026
European Parliament Approves EU-Wide Pet Microchipping

European Parliament Approves EU-Wide Pet Microchipping

The new EU rule will apply to more than 150 million animals across its member states, with full implementation phased in over the next 15 years.

April 28, 2026
“Only Yes Means Yes”: EU Parliament Approves New Rape Definition

“Only Yes Means Yes”: EU Parliament Approves New Rape Definition

The EU resolution states that only a “clear, affirmative, freely given and unambiguous” expression of consent is valid in sexual relations.

April 28, 2026
German Left Parties Would Send Syrian Migrants on ‘Fact Finding’ Visits to Syria

German Left Parties Would Send Syrian Migrants on ‘Fact Finding’ Visits to Syria

Under the proposed “exploration trips” Syrians living in Germany could temporarily return to their country of origin to assess conditions—and consider a possible return.

April 28, 2026
Malta’s PM Calls Early General Election

Malta’s PM Calls Early General Election

Robert Abela will face Alex Borg, leader of the Nationalist Party, on May 30th—Borg says his party is ready to contest the election.

April 28, 2026
Share of Muslim Pupils in Vienna Schools Rises to Over 41%

Share of Muslim Pupils in Vienna Schools Rises to Over 41%

Christians make up 34.5% of pupils in Vienna, compared to 41.2% Muslims and 23% with no religious affiliation.

April 28, 2026
Austria: Guilty Plea Follows Planned Attack on Taylor Swift Concert

Austria: Guilty Plea Follows Planned Attack on Taylor Swift Concert

Beran Aliji faces terrorism-related charges arising from an alleged plot uncovered in August 2024, which led to the cancellation of three concerts in Vienna.

April 28, 2026
Fidesz’s Campaign Chief Heading to European Parliament

Fidesz’s Campaign Chief Heading to European Parliament

Political director Balázs Orbán is set to join the EP in Brussels and Strasbourg this summer.

April 27, 2026
Russian Court Declares Leading LGBT Rights Group “Extremist”

Russian Court Declares Leading LGBT Rights Group “Extremist”

A Saint Petersburg ruling was issued in response to Russia’s justice ministry requesting that the Russian LGBT Network be designated an extremist organisation.

April 27, 2026
Jail System in Crisis as French Guards Launch Blockades

Jail System in Crisis as French Guards Launch Blockades

Nationwide protests highlight staff shortages and rising inmate numbers, with unions warning the system could exceed 90,000 prisoners by September.

April 27, 2026
Berlin Party Congress: Left-Wing Politician Raises Call to Defund Police

Berlin Party Congress: Left-Wing Politician Raises Call to Defund Police

A left-wing politician criticized what she described as excessive police expenditure and officer deployment in the German capital.

April 27, 2026
White House Dinner Attack Gunman Published Anti-Trump Manifesto

White House Dinner Attack Gunman Published Anti-Trump Manifesto

The suspect of the shooting described U.S. administration officials as “targets,” saying they would be prioritized “from highest-ranking to lowest.”

April 27, 2026