Category: NEWS

U.S. Inflation Tapers Off

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, consumer prices increased by 8.3% year-to-year in August.

EU’s von der Leyen’s State of the Union: High on Idealism

Fully decked out in Ukrainian colors, von der Leyen took to the EU Parliament’s stage, where she delivered her speech as Ukrainian first lady Olena Zelenska looked on. This year, it was not to be business as usual for the Commission head.

Franco-Swiss Director Jean-Luc Godard Dies at 91

The death of Jean-Luc Godard marks the end of an era of filmmaking. Celebrated for his early contributions to the French Nouvelle Vague, his later work stayed true to his political activism and the self-referential Zeitgeist of the 1960s.

Armenian Church in Germany Calls for Help

Following the attacks on Armenian territory by Azerbaijani forces, the German Diocese of the Armenian Church released an “urgent request” calling for national and international support “to work towards ending this escalation.”

Azerbaijan Initiates Intense Bombing on Armenia

Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan said he hoped for “an appropriate response from the international community” to Azerbaijan’s aggression. For the time being, a response is slow in coming.

COVID-19: Mea Culpa, From the Former French Health Minister

In the first weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic, French authorities communicated extensively about the ineffectiveness of the mask. The government went so far as to suppress its distribution, sale, and use in the public arena.

Queen Elizabeth’s Final Farewell to Scotland

For her final journey, the Queen took many hours to reach Edinburgh, using a special route of over 300 kilometres, which took her through towns and villages so that her subjects could bid her a final farewell.

Anti-Orban Opposition Hold Primaries in Hungary

Anti-Orban Opposition Hold Primaries in Hungary

The newly-united opposition will stand against conservative prime minister Viktor Orbán’s ruling Fidesz party.

September 30, 2021
EU Leaders Discuss Surging Energy Prices

EU Leaders Discuss Surging Energy Prices

European gas prices have rocketed by more than 300% this year.

September 29, 2021
Left-Liberal Government In Germany On The Horizon

Left-Liberal Government In Germany On The Horizon

The Social Democrat leader called for urgent talks with the Greens and Liberals.

September 29, 2021
British Army Put On Standby To Ease UK Fuel Crisis

British Army Put On Standby To Ease UK Fuel Crisis

The UK is estimated to be short of more than 100,000 lorry drivers.

September 28, 2021
Berlin Voters Support Mass Expropiation Of Apartments

Berlin Voters Support Mass Expropiation Of Apartments

Voters of the German capital voted in favour of expropriating apartments owned by big real-estate companies.

September 28, 2021
Abortions Legalised In San Marino

Abortions Legalised In San Marino

In San Marino, 73 percent of the voters supported the legalisation of abortions.

September 27, 2021
Switzerland Legalises Gay Marriage

Switzerland Legalises Gay Marriage

The new law had the backing of the Swiss government.

September 27, 2021
Social Democrats Win German Election

Social Democrats Win German Election

The SPD secured 25.7% of the vote, while the conservative CDU/CSU bloc gained 24.1%.

September 27, 2021
German Elections Are Held On Sunday

German Elections Are Held On Sunday

Voters decide who will take charge after Angela Merkel.

September 26, 2021
EU And US Concerned By Tech Giants’ Power

EU And US Concerned By Tech Giants’ Power

Brussels and Washington would curb on the power of giant tech companies.

September 24, 2021
Catalan Separatist Leader Arrested In Italy

Catalan Separatist Leader Arrested In Italy

Carles Puigdemont could be extradited to Spain, which is hunting him for “sedition”.

September 24, 2021
EU Top Diplomat Calls For European Military Force

EU Top Diplomat Calls For European Military Force

According to Josep Borrell, Europe should be able to launch military operations overseas.

September 23, 2021