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Tom Cruise, celebrated actor and global icon, received the Department of the Navy Distinguished Public Service (DPS) Award on December 17, 2024, marking another milestone in his illustrious career. Awarded by Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro in a ceremony held in London, this prestigious accolade underscores Cruise’s enduring dedication to the U.S. Navy […]

In a decisive move to enhance transparency and accountability within the European Union, the European Parliament has elected Teresa Anjinho as the new European Ombudsman for the 2025-2029 term. Anjinho, a distinguished Portuguese lawyer and former Deputy Ombudsman of Portugal, succeeds Emily O’Reilly, who has held the position since 2013. A Competitive Selection Process The […]

Police violence // According to the Public Defender of Georgia (Ombudsperson’s Office) that I visited while in Tbilisi, 225 out of 327 detainees interviewed by their representatives claimed to have been victims of ill-treatment and 157 of them had visible physical injuries. Some statistics about police violence Along with the beatings, the special forces robbed […]

Addressing the EU and Western Balkans leaders in Brussels, Metsola stressed that faced with today’s global geopolitical realities, it was time to move faster with regards to enlargement. Remarks by EP President Roberta Metsola at the EU-Western Balkans Summit: “Dear colleagues, In the last decade, the EU has lost more Members than we have gained. […]

Brussels, Belgium, 19th Dec 2024 — KINGNEWSWIRE // In the heart of the city, beneath the watchful gaze of the Acropolis, a new movement is taking shape. On Sunday, December 15, 2024, 21 determined Greeks came together at Syntagma Square to declare a message loud and clear: Human rights are not just ideals—they are the foundation […]

The key task for the new European Commission is to advance the green energy transition in a way that fosters unity and reduces social inequalities, especially in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) – a region particularly exposed to polarization and climate disinformation. Written by Dana Marekova*, (Klimatická koalícia, Slovakia) and Genady Kondarev*, Bulgaria-based expert working […]

We’re not far from seeing AI that can feel a range of emotions The alleged suicide of a robot in the workplace earlier this year has scientists wondering whether the tech element can feel emotions. In June, there were concerns that a South Korean government robot had committed suicide by throwing itself down a flight […]

A letter from Gianna Fracassi, Secretary-General of Italy’s largest trade union, FLC CGIL, has brought the high-profile case of the long-running discrimination against non-national university language lecturers(“Lettori”) in Italian universities to the immediate attention of incoming Commissioner for Social Rights and Skills, Quality Jobs and Preparedness, and Executive Commission Vice-President, Roxana Mînzatu. With her appointment […]

The EU has issued an updated list of airlines considered unsafe and banned from flying in the EU. The latest update adds Air Tanzania to the list due to safety concerns identified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency, while suspensions previously imposed on Pakistan International Airlines were lifted.  Currently, 129 airlines are banned from […]

The key task for the new European Commission is to advance the green energy transition in a way that fosters unity and reduces social inequalities, especially in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) – a region particularly exposed to polarization and climate disinformation. One year ago, tens of thousands of European farmers took to the streets […]

The Business4Ukraine coalition members, including Ukrainian peace and clean energy campaign group Razom We Stand, call on the European Union to go beyond timidly incremental and insufficient measures that are included in the EU’s 15th sanctions package. The sanctions regime is still being undermined by glaring loopholes that enable Russian fossil fuel revenues to fund its war machine. These gaps […]

The Romanian Orthodox Church has distanced itself from the position and actions of Archbishop Teodosii of Tomi (Constanța), who openly campaigned in his diocese for Calin Georgescu as “God’s messenger.” The Archbishop does not hide that he is an admirer of Vladimir Putin, D. Medvedev and Donald Trump, “who speak of peace” and “Christian values.” […]

Europe, Japan and the US lead in power network patents, with China emerging as a strong player in smart grids New patents to integrate artificial intelligence into power grids have grown sixfold in recent years, with the United States and China leading the way in AI for smart grid development, according to a new study […]

Russian bank cards are given to the African clerics of the Patriarchate of Alexandria who switch to the Moscow Patriarchate in the so-called “African Exarchate of the Russian Orthodox Church”. This was told by the Ukrainian theologian Archimandrite Kirill (Govorun), who attended an international conference in Sweden dedicated to the crises in world Orthodoxy. The […]

By Willy Fautré from Tbilissi – During yesterday’s demonstrations at the parliament, some citizens have brought diplomas – to mark the fact that the “Georgian Dream” presidential candidate, ex-footballer Mikheil Kavelashvili, is just a puppet of the pro-Kremlin party and lacks the needed education to bear the title of “President of Georgia.” The protesters stated […]

As Christmas 2024 approaches, Archbishop Luc Terlinden embodies a spirit of hope and renewal that resonates deeply with Belgium’s Catholic community. With a background rooted in humility and action, Terlinden’s reflections and leadership signal a transformative vision for the Church, steeped in mercy, inclusivity, and faith. A Leader of Renewal Appointed Archbishop of Mechelen-Brussels in […]

The European Union has adopted a transformative set of rules on product liability with its updated Product Liability Directive (PLD), which came into force on December 8, 2024. The changes represent a significant shift in how liability for defective products is addressed, particularly in light of the advent of digital technologies and the growth of […]

Speaking from Gaza, Jonathan Dumont said many people have been displaced multiple times, and that families are living either in tents or in the rubble of collapsed buildings, with no access to electricity or running water. The text has been edited for length and clarity. UN News: How do you describe the situation on the […]

Independent UN Human Rights Council-appointed experts said in a statement that it represents a fundamental attack on women’s rights. The legislation, which applies to children as young as 12, combines severe criminal penalties with mandatory citizen surveillance and systematic enforcement across all sectors of society, the experts added. The Law on Protecting the Family through […]

In a significant move for global religious freedom, the UK Government has appointed David Smith MP as its new Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB). This appointment, announced in early December 2024, signals the government’s commitment to advancing religious liberty across the globe and responds to increasing concerns over the persecution of […]