World & Politics
Record high temperature observed in Antarctica
For the first time, scientists recorded temperatures exceeding 20 degrees Celsius in Antarctica. However, they see no connection between this phenomenon and global warming.
Published on February 14, 2020
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Venezuela to initiate international litigation against USA because of sanctions
Venezuela intends to file an international lawsuit against the US government for damage to local companies caused by sanctions, said President Nicolas Maduro. According to him, such a decision was…
Published on February 11, 2020
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Coronavirus Death Toll 204 In China, US Asks Americans Not To Go China
Amidst the World Health Organization (WHO) declaring the coronavirus in China to be a global health emergency, the United States has asked its citizens to not travel to China. The
Published on January 31, 2020
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Hong Kong protesters block railway to mainland
This time, activists oppose authorities taking measures to counter the spread of the outbreak of pneumonia caused by the new 2019-nCoV coronavirus in China. This, in particular, refers to the…
Published on January 29, 2020
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Heavy rain kills 47 people in southeast Brazil
At least 47 people died due to landslides caused by heavy rains in Minas Gerais in southeast Brazil, the regional civil defense service said.
Published on January 28, 2020
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
French tour operators will stop sending tourists to China until February 21
The Union of Tour Operators of France (SETO) recommended that tourists not be sent to China until February 21 due to an outbreak of pneumonia caused by the new coronavirus,…
Published on January 27, 2020
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
US Will Not Give Visas To Pregnant Women To Prevent Organized ‘Birth Tourism’
United States president Donald Trump has now taken his fight against immigration a step further by announcing that no visas would be given to any pregnant woman who wants to
Published on January 24, 2020
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Heads of the European Council and European Commission sign Brexit agreement
On Friday, January 24, Head of the European Council, Charles Michel, and Head of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, signed an agreement on the conditions for Britain to…
Published on January 24, 2020
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
UK adds Greenpeace, PETA to extremist organizations list
Greenpeace, PETA animal rights organization, and a number of other movements have been included in the UK’s recommendations to counter extremist movements such as various neo-Nazi groups in the UK.
Published on January 20, 2020
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Indonesia, UAE sign nearly $23B deal
Indonesia signed 11 business agreements with the United Arab Emirates totaling 314.9 trillion rupees ($ 23 billion). This was announced by Indonesian President Joko Widodo on his Twitter page.
Published on January 13, 2020
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
US to respond to Iran’s attacks on US bases in Iraq
The decision on retaliatory measures against Iran’s missile strikes against US military bases in Iraq will be made on the basis of a full assessment of the situation, said Senator…
Published on January 7, 2020
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Irish Passport issues hit record in anticipation of Brexit
Nearly a million Irish passports were issued in 2019, according to The Guardian, citing the Irish government.
Published on December 29, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Reporters Without Borders calls to release Julian Assange
The founder of WikiLeaks must be released from Belmarsh prison in the light of reports of deterioration in his health, human rights activists say. Reporters Without Borders called on the…
Published on December 25, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
IMF allocates Ecuador $ 500 mln more to support reforms
The IMF Executive Board approved allotment of $ 498.4 million to Ecuador. The final tranche of the reform support program was agreed for 2019 after revision of the government’s economic…
Published on December 20, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
French pension reform chief to resign
Jean-Paul Delevoye, French pension reform chief, resigned on Monday after it became known that he had hidden information about the positions held in a number of organizations along with his…
Published on December 17, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Poland refuses to join EU 2050 climate deal
Heads of EU countries and governments reached an agreement on climate change, said EC President Charles Michel. Poland did not join the agreement.
Published on December 13, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
EU to fight food waste
The European Union is preparing a program to combat wasteful food consumption and losses in the food industry.
Published on December 12, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Mexico approves amendments to NAFTA
On Tuesday, representatives of the United States, Canada and Mexico signed amendments to the tripartite agreement of the countries on free trade in Mexico City, allowing beginning parliamentary ratification of…
Published on December 11, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Finnish parliament to vote for prime minister
The Finnish parliament will vote on a candidate for the future prime minister on Tuesday.
Published on December 10, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Protests in France gain the greatest scale since 2010
Parisian Monde notes very high activity of participants in the protest demonstrations held in France on Thursday as part of a nationwide strike.
Published on December 6, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Massive blackout unfolds in Venezuela
About 2 million people were left without electricity due to large-scale blackout in Venezuela: "The National Electric System from El Tablaso to the west coast of Zulia failed, as a…
Published on December 3, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
French And Russian Presidents To Discuss The Moratorium On Missiles In Europe
Following the expiry of INF, Russia proposed a suspension on missile deployment and now the France seems to be warming up to discuss on the matter.
Published on November 28, 2019
By Debaleena Bhattacharjee
World & Politics
EU adopts budget for 2020, more funds allocated to climate change fight and innovation
MEPs voted to adopt the EU budget for 2020, while the total amount of budget obligations for 2020 was approved in the amount of €168.7 billion.
Published on November 27, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Israeli prime minister indicted in three criminal cases
The Israeli Prosecutor General's Office decided to bring charges against the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in three criminal cases, of which he was a defendant, the Times of Israel…
Published on November 22, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Argentina finds a way to pay off IMF loan
Argentina is going to get rid of the economic crisis and pay off its debts. IMF is ready for cooperation.
Published on November 20, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Sweden closes Assange rape inquiry
Sweden’s prosecutor’s office has stopped investigating a rape allegedly committed by WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, the BBC reports.
Published on November 20, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Has Chile Put All Its Eggs In One Basket To Turn Towards Renewable Energy?
Chile’s ambitious and innovative renewable energy attempts get shrouded in competition. On one hand, the government of Chile looks for “value for money”, on the other, delay translated in heavy…
Published on November 18, 2019
By Debaleena Bhattacharjee
World & Politics
‘We Are Woefully Underprepared’ As Glaciers Meltdown Leaving Global Water Supply At Risk
50% global water supply is mountain-sourced. How do we cope with the climate change impact on melting glaciers?
Published on November 14, 2019
By Debaleena Bhattacharjee
World & Politics
US to reconsider medical data security laws
Collection of medical data by Google caused a big scandal in the United States. Federal regulators have already announced start of the investigation; congressmen have criticized the company's actions and…
Published on November 14, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
European defense: has Germany given up?
After nearly a century of market domination in the world of armament production, Germany has accumulated countless blunders in recent years, to the point that specialists are wondering if and…
Published on November 13, 2019
By Editorial Team
World & Politics
Vale hiding information about problems at Brazilian dams could result in death of 270 people
Vale SA hid information from the Brazilian authorities about problems on the dam, which collapsed in January, resulting in the deaths of 270 people.
Published on November 7, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
US Lawmakers Introduce Bill About Xinjiang Uygur Camps In China
The United States Donald Trump has been urged to take a stronger stance in condemning the treatment of Muslim minorities in the far western region of Xinjiang in China in
Published on October 30, 2019
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
European Council agrees to extend Brexit again
The European Council has decided to extend the Brexit term until January 31, 2020, according to an official communiqué circulated in Brussels on Tuesday evening.
Published on October 30, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Pressure From China Forces Maserati To Dissociate From Film Awards Event In Taiwan
The tensions between China and Taiwan, which Beijing claims as its territory, has plunged another Westenrn company into damage control mode. A local dealer of the Italian luxury car brand
Published on October 28, 2019
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
China to replace Hong Kong’s Carrie Lam
Carrie Lam's interim successor may be appointed by March.
Published on October 23, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Iran warns of new reduction in nuclear deal liabilities
Iran is getting ready to take a new step to reduce its obligations under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said.
Published on October 21, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Dominican Republic lost $ 200 million because of scandal with tourists death
The Dominican Republic travel industry lost $ 200 million amid reports of the death of American tourists in the country, Dominican Today reports.
Published on October 16, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
France: We will take measures to protect our military in Syria
Amid the ongoing Turkish military operation in northeastern Syria, France decided to take the necessary measures to secure its military and civilians in the region, AFP reported. A day earlier,…
Published on October 14, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Paralyzed Hong Kong: Protests don’t fade
Protests in Hong Kong continue, and their intensity is not going to subside. In Beijing, fears are growing that the riots may spread to other explosive locations in the country…
Published on October 11, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Johnson unveils Brexit compromise deal considering Irish issue
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has unveiled his compromise proposals to the EU on Brexit terms. First of all, they relate to the border between Ireland and Northern Ireland, says…
Published on October 3, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
African swine fever at Europe’s borders: time for an embargo?
As experts warned, the international outbreak of hemorrhagic fever (African swine fever – ASF) is devasting livestock populations in China and other parts of Asia. When cases of infection appeared…
Published on September 30, 2019
By Editorial Team
World & Politics
Saudi Crown Prince Says Khashoggi’s Murder Happened Under His Watch
It has been almost a year that the sudden disappearance of Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi, who was later learnt to have been murdered while he was inside in the
Published on September 26, 2019
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
Will Merkel restore her “Climate Chancellor” image?
In 2007, Angela Merkel, who stood in a red jacket amid melting Greenland icebergs and urged world leaders to step up the fight against climate change, came to be known…
Published on September 26, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Venezuelan opposition to receive $ 52 mln from USA
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) will send $ 52 million to the Venezuelan opposition led by Juan Guaidó. The allocated funds should go to restore democratic power…
Published on September 25, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
US And Saudi Threatened By Iranian Commanders In Case Of An Attack On Tehran
Iranian military commanders have threatened stringent retaliatory actions against the United States and Saudi forces in the region even if there is a limited military attack on Tehran following the
Published on September 23, 2019
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
US Trying To Create An Alliance Against Iran: Pompeo
It has been a week since the attacks on Saudi Arabian oil facilities, which has been blamed on Iran by the United States, and now the US is building up
Published on September 21, 2019
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
US FAA invites representatives from 50 countries to discuss 737 MAX certification
The meeting will take place next week in Montreal.
Published on September 18, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Iran Blamed By US’s Pompeo For The Drone Attacks On Saudi Oil Facility
Even as the responsibility for an attack on one of the largest oil processing units of the world in Saudi Arabia was claimed by Iran-backed Yemeni rebels, Tehran was directly
Published on September 15, 2019
By Debdutta Ghosh
World & Politics
IMF: Georgieva is the only candidate to replace Lagarde
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will complete the process of agreeing on a single candidate from the European Union, Kristalina Georgieva, to head the fund until…
Published on September 10, 2019
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Saudi Arabia to issue tourist visas
The kingdom is planning to conduct a major advertising campaign in late September.
Published on September 9, 2019
By Iris Barker