On 26 January, Energy and Housing Commissioner Dan Jørgensen (pictured) participated in the North Sea Summit in Hamburg (Germany), an international event hosted by the German Federal Government to boost cross-border cooperation on expanding…
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Australia firefighters battle ’emergency level’ blazes
Firefighters in the Australian state of Victoria are battling at least six major fires as a record-breaking heatwave hits the country’s south-east.
Two fires are currently burning at “emergency level” according to local broadcaster ABC News….
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Workers from Bangladesh sought jobs in Russia but got sent to combat in Ukraine
LAKSHMIPUR, Bangladesh — A labor recruiter persuaded Maksudur Rahman to leave the tropical warmth of his hometown in Bangladesh and travel thousands of miles to frigid Russia for a job as a janitor.
Within weeks, he found himself on the front…
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Russian diplomats restricted movement within the European Union
The Dutch Foreign Ministry has notified the Russian Embassy of restrictions on the movement of Russian diplomats within the EU. This was reported to RIA Novosti by the Russian diplomatic mission in The Hague.
“The…
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Philippines former president fit for trial, ICC says
Judges at the International Criminal Court have ruled that former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte is fit to stand trial for alleged crimes against humanity.
The ICC also set a “confirmation of charges” hearing on 23 February, where judges…
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President von der Leyen in India to advance trade, defence co-operation and deepen ties between the two largest democracies in the world
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (pictured) travels to New Delhi, together with President of the European Council Antonio Costa. On 26 January, they both participated as Chief Guests in India’s 77th Republic Day Parade…
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These common food preservatives may be linked to cancer
A large study from France published by The BMJ reports that people who consume higher amounts of food preservatives may face a slightly increased risk of developing cancer. These additives are commonly used in industrially processed foods and…
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At least 6,126 people killed in Iran’s crackdown on nationwide protests, activists say : NPR
People walk in front a billboard with graphic showing a U.S aircraft carrier with damaged fighter jets on its deck, and…
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