The FDP is in crisis almost three months before the federal election. Privately, party leader Christian Lindner can be happy: he and his wife Franca are expecting their first child together. The baby is due to be born in spring.FDP leader Christian Lindner is currently in a crisis professionally – but things couldn’t be going better for him privately. „Bild“ and the German Press Agency learned from the couple’s confidants that Lindner (45) and his…
The doctor and microbiologist Peter Piot dedicated a large part of his professional life to combating HIV. Here he talks about current challenges – and his hope that the disease could one day be curable. Peter Piot on World AIDS Day: “Today many people think: HIV is over. That’s a big problem.”
Georgians protesting the government’s decision to delay European Union membership talks clashed with security forces outside parliament in the capital Tbilisi on Saturday evening.
Romanians are casting ballots in a parliamentary election on Sunday sandwiched between a turbulent two-round presidential race. The first round of the presidential contest plunged the European Union and Nato member country into unprecedented turmoil following allegations of electoral violations and Russian interference.
Polling stations have opened in Romania, where millions are casting their ballots in a crucial parliamentary election. The vote comes just one week after a highly controversial first round of the presidential race, which saw relatively unknown populist candidate Călin Georgescu win 23% of the vote. Sunday’s parliamentary race is the most important vote in Romania, as it determines the country’s new government and prime minister. There are concerns however that it may be overshadowed…
In a video message addressed to the Ukrainian Ministry of Health Conference, European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety, Stella Kyriakides, underscored the European Union’s steadfast commitment to support Ukraine “in all respects, and for as long as it takes.”
In Georgia, rallies against the government’s anti-European course and alleged election fraud continue. Demonstrators and police clash. There may have been a fire in the parliament building.The pro-European protests in Georgia’s capital Tbilisi continue. Demonstrators and police clashed in front of parliament on Saturday evening. Masked police in riot gear used rubber bullets, tear gas and water cannons against protesters who threw fireworks, an AFP news agency reporter observed. Flames could be seen behind a…
Australia is taking a big step forward when it comes to banning social media for young people. It’s no surprise that this hasn’t gone down particularly well with the companies concerned. One of the loudest critics – and this is no surprise here either – has been X buyer Elon Musk.
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te arrived in the US state of Hawaii on Saturday, during a weeklong tour in the Pacific that has prompted Beijing’s anger. Lai’s two-day stop in the US is his first visit since taking office in May. The visit has provoked fierce threats from China, which sees the self-governing democratic island of Taiwan as its territory and opposes any international recognition of its sovereignty. How was Lai met in Hawaii? The Taiwanese…
The Vice-President of the European Commission for Values and Transparency, Věra Jourová, visited half of the EU Member States between January and June 2024, in a ‘Democracy Tour’ in preparation of the elections for the European Parliament held on 6 to 9 June 2024. She discussed key aspects of the Commission recommendation on inclusive and resilient elections with national authorities responsible for conduct and integrity of elections and with representatives of civil society. The ‘Democracy…
Job cuts, falling production, gloomy forecasts: “Germany’s deindustrialization is progressing,” warns WELT editor-in-chief Ulf Poschardt. In the podcast “Make Economy Great Again” he and economist Daniel Stelter discuss strategies against relegation. Make Economy Great Again: “We are destroying the landscape with these horrible solar fields”
The peace obligation expired during the night: now there are strikes at Volkswagen. According to IG Metall, work will soon be temporarily suspended at all locations. The company “cannot overlook” this. Peace obligation over at VW: Warning strikes threaten “in all plants”
Within the labyrinth of family courts, a chilling paradox persists: mothers, who should be lauded for their courage in denouncing the abuse suffered by their children, often find themselves exposed to paroxysmal institutional violence. These women, often referred to as “protective mothers,” see their role as protective parents distorted and their rights restricted by institutions meant to ensure justice and safety. But how can processes designed to protect sometimes reproduce the very mechanisms of abuse…
The Federal Police FBI is considered one of the most powerful investigative agencies in the world, not least because of countless Hollywood films and series. But in the worldview of Trump supporters, at least since the investigations against Donald Trump, the FBI has also represented a political police force – regardless of the facts. Now Trump is announcing that he will appoint a hardliner as FBI director. Kash Patel is not supposed to make the…
The head of the US Federal Police FBI is being reappointed: Donald Trump nominates his loyal Kash Patel for the office. He recently made people sit up and take notice with threats against officials and journalists. FBI: Kash Patel is to head the US Federal Police under Donald Trump
The Official State Gazette (BOE) publishes this Saturday the order of the Ministry of Finance that contemplates a 25% reduction in the Personal Income Tax (IRPF) for the self-employed affected by the DANA who pay taxes through the system of self taxation. Spanish farmers get a lifeline The Ministry of Finance explained that this measure will allow an average saving of almost 400 euros to more than 22,600 taxpayers who pay taxes under this system,…
KINGNEWSWIRE – The Church of Scientology of Rome hosted a conference on 4 October in its Auditorium in Via della Maglianella 375, in celebration of the national Day of Memory and Welcoming to humanise the processes of welcoming and integration under the banner of human rights. On Friday, 4 October, the Church of Scientology in Rome hosted a conference on migration, reception and integration on the occasion of the Day of Remembrance and Welcoming, called every 3…
An exciting affair can cloud the senses. But how do you distinguish the rush of emotions from real closeness and solidarity? How do you recognize emotional manipulation by narcissists? Our author gives tips for finding great love. Love and partnership: “He stopped sleeping with me. I thought it was me.”
The Maldives, Bali, Greece: Plastic is increasingly polluting the landscape, and not just in many holiday destinations. More than 170 countries are currently negotiating countermeasures. These pictures show how necessary they are. How plastic litters the world – global pollution
An explosion damaged a canal supplying water to Kosovo’s two main coal-fired power plants on Friday, leading Prime Minister Albin Kurti to accuse neighbor and rival Serbiaof being behind what he called a “terrorist act.” “This is a criminal and terrorist attack aimed at damaging our critical infrastructure”, Kurti said in a press conference. “The attack was carried out by professionals. We believe it comes from gangs directed by Serbia,” Kurti said, without giving more details.…
The Ipsos B&A poll released as voting ended at 23CET showed the centre-right party Fine Gael was leading with 21% of the, with its centre-right coalition partner in the outgoing government, Fianna Fáil polling at 19.5%. ADVERTISEMENTThe official exit poll in Ireland’s parliamentary elections suggests the three biggest parties have won roughly equal shares of the vote and the country is headed for another coalition government.The Ipsos B&A poll released as voting ended at 23CET showed…
Addressing the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities at its 47th plenary Session, Parliamentary Assembly President Theodoros Rousopoulos highlighted the most pressing challenges the Assembly will face in the coming years. He added that Congress both needed to face, including democratic backsliding, Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, the global environmental crisis, gender inequalities, the impact of AI on democracy and human rights, and the migration crisis. and working together with Cecilia Dalman Eek who was Elected President of Chamber of…
Even for old people, an internet connection is part of the basic infrastructure in their own four walls. However, residents of nursing homes often have to do without it. The consequences are serious – and go far beyond a lack of video calls.Access to the Internet is like a game of chance for people in retirement homes in Germany – and depends on where they live. In southern Germany in particular, there are no legal…
When I walk through the automatic sliding doors of my hardware store, I feel a high that only extreme athletes and drug addicts know. Consumer confession: I only really feel at home in hardware stores
Polls closed on Friday in Ireland’s general election amid a tight race between the incumbent coalition parties and the opposition party Sinn Fein. According to exit polls, Ireland’s three largest parties were projected to get roughly equal shares of the vote, with Sinn Fein slightly ahead on 21.1%, Fine Gael on 21% and Fianna Fail on 19.5%. If they stand, the exit polls would represent little change to the current make-up of the Irish parliament, meaning…
