Category: NEWS

Tariffs To Stop Migration

The plans to tie tariff rates to border control have unleashed fierce criticism of the EU from human rights groups.

Train Wreck in Greece Due to Negligence

The worst train disaster in Greek history has already claimed at least 57 lives and painfully underscores the deterioration of the nation’s rail system.

Katalin Novák Inaugurated President of Hungary

Katalin Novák Inaugurated President of Hungary

President Katalin Novák stressed that after the torments of the 20th century, the 21st century envisages a better, more peaceful, and safer life for the Hungarian people. At the moment, however, a dark cloud casts a shadow, namely the war in neighboring Ukraine.

Musk to Toe the Line on EU Rules for Online Communications

Musk to Toe the Line on EU Rules for Online Communications

In a video message, together with EU Internal Market Commissioner Thierry Breton, Musk declared they had a “great discussion” and that the EU is “exactly aligned with my thinking.”

Traditional Mass: La Voie Romaine Received in Rome by Pope Francis

Traditional Mass: La Voie Romaine Received in Rome by Pope Francis

The delegation had requested a private audience, which was not granted. Nevertheless, as the Pope thanked the crowd in various languages, he publicly mentioned the presence of La Voie Romaine association by name.

Former EU Commissioner: Only 14 Votes Needed to Change Treaties  

Former EU Commissioner: Only 14 Votes Needed to Change Treaties  

Ferdinando Nelli Feroci, an Italian diplomat who formerly served as a European Commissioner, has argued that—contrary to popular belief—in order to revise the European Union’s system of treaties, just 14 of the 27 European Union member states, a simple majority, would need to support the initiative.

May 13, 2022
Portuguese Proposes Penalizing Doctors’ Salaries for Patient Abortions

Portuguese Proposes Penalizing Doctors’ Salaries for Patient Abortions

Women’s rights groups and doctors’ associations quickly responded that the proposed rule was discriminatory and could incentivize doctors to dissuade their patients from having abortions.

May 13, 2022
Cardinal Zen Arrested in Hong-Kong

Cardinal Zen Arrested in Hong-Kong

The arrests were made under the security law enacted by the Chinese government in June 2020. A wave of international protests followed the announcement.

Alain Finkielkraut: “Mélenchon is Betting on the Great Replacement to Gain Power”

Alain Finkielkraut: “Mélenchon is Betting on the Great Replacement to Gain Power”

France’s Leftist Coalition, led by Jean-Luc Mélenchon—who garnered nearly 70% of the Muslim vote in the first round of presidential elections—is expected to collect an overwhelming majority of the Muslim vote in legislative elections in June.

May 12, 2022
Marion Maréchal Renounces Run for the Legislative Elections

Marion Maréchal Renounces Run for the Legislative Elections

The common sense argument provided by her late pregnancy allows her to withdraw from the campaign without having to justify politically her choice at length. She retains her place in the party’s organisation chart, where she holds the position of executive vice-president.

Tesco Chairman Speaks Out on Britain’s Food Poverty Crisis

Tesco Chairman Speaks Out on Britain’s Food Poverty Crisis

The general figures for inflation—which take into account everything from luxuries to essentials—inevitably downplay the harsh reality lived by the poorest who suffer its consequences.

May 12, 2022
EU Migration Policy: Head of Frontex Resigns

EU Migration Policy: Head of Frontex Resigns

Behind Leggeri’s departure lies the question of Europe’s choices in terms of migration policy: should it favour firmness and control, or on the contrary, put forward the defence of migrants’ rights?

Home Prices Cooling Off in Scandinavia

Home Prices Cooling Off in Scandinavia

As interest rates rise, real-estate prices will move in the opposite direction.

May 11, 2022
Foro Madrid Demands the Dismissal of Pro-Putin Partners

Foro Madrid Demands the Dismissal of Pro-Putin Partners

The Russian invasion of Ukraine, together with the question of sanctions, has tended to divide both the political Right and Left. In the European context, a divide between different “Lefts” has manifested most clearly in Spain.