Category: NEWS

Meta Blocks Canadian Users’ News Access

The social media conglomerate’s move is a response to Ottawa’s Online News Act, which compels Meta to pay news outlets for posting their journalism on Facebook and Instagram.

PM Orbán: Not All EU Money Should Go to Ukraine

“Today, the EU needs the Balkans more than the other way around,” the Hungarian prime minister said during his trip to Serbia and Bosnia, signing strategic partnerships and advocating for the region’s rapid EU accession.

Iran Takes France to Task Over “Insulting” Charlie Hebdo Cartoons

Iran Takes France to Task Over “Insulting” Charlie Hebdo Cartoons

The cartoons are featured in a special edition marking the anniversary of the deadly Islamist attack the publisher’s Paris office suffered on January 7th, 2015.

January 6, 2023
Swedish Gang War Continues

Swedish Gang War Continues

According to reports, 63 people were killed in gang-related shootings last year in Sweden.

January 6, 2023
Crowds of Faithful Bid Pope Benedict XVI Farewell

Crowds of Faithful Bid Pope Benedict XVI Farewell

The Vatican had warned that it would be a “simple” ceremony. The hearts of the many faithful present were heavy after the death of the holy man who, in his silence and retirement, had remained a reference point of faith and wisdom for them.

January 5, 2023
German Defense Minister’s Position Precarious Following Latest Gaffe

German Defense Minister’s Position Precarious Following Latest Gaffe

While there is a clear desire within much of the political establishment for Christine Lambrecht to be replaced, Chancellor Scholz is not too keen on sacrificing his fellow SDP party member.

January 5, 2023
Scotland Police Rename Pedophiles As “Minor Attracted People” at Direction of EU

Scotland Police Rename Pedophiles As “Minor Attracted People” at Direction of EU

Critics say the use of the term ‘minor-attracted person’ is a blatant attempt to normalize pedophilia.

January 5, 2023
Spain’s Left-Liberal Coalition Clashes Over Record Month of Murders of Women 

Spain’s Left-Liberal Coalition Clashes Over Record Month of Murders of Women 

The pointing of fingers has come as a result of a record: eleven women being murdered in the month of December.

January 5, 2023
French Bakeries Under Threat of Massive Closures

French Bakeries Under Threat of Massive Closures

Given the importance of bread in the diet of the French, but also in their collective imagination, the increasing number of bakery closures could well be the signal of a serious social revolt.

January 5, 2023
Russia Faces Backlash for New Year’s Eve Attack

Russia Faces Backlash for New Year’s Eve Attack

The attack marks the highest number of troops Russia has officially recognized as fallen in battle since the start of the Russian invasion in February 2022.

January 5, 2023
First Non-Binary Priest for the Church of England

First Non-Binary Priest for the Church of England

The vicar claims the “history of biblical interpretation is littered with the opinions of rich, white, straight, cisgender, able-bodied, neurotypical men.”

January 5, 2023
Dalai Lama: Pope Benedict XVI “Lived a Meaningful Life;” Offers Catholic Church Condolences

Dalai Lama: Pope Benedict XVI “Lived a Meaningful Life;” Offers Catholic Church Condolences

The Tibetan leader, in the letter, said that much can be learned from the life of Pope Benedict XVI, whom he said had contributed to religious harmony and global peace. 

January 4, 2023
Feminist Law Lets Rapists Out of Prison in Spain

Feminist Law Lets Rapists Out of Prison in Spain

Jurists and critics of the law had warned that, as written, the law would result in reduced sentences for those already convicted of sexual assault.

January 4, 2023
Japan Monitors Chinese Military Manoeuvres

Japan Monitors Chinese Military Manoeuvres

Japan sent fighter jets to monitor a Chinese aircraft carrier that, together with warships, has been carrying out operations near the Pacific nation’s waters.

January 4, 2023