Heatwave Triggers Health Alerts in Finland and Sweden

Meteorologists estimate that temperatures could exceed 30 degrees Celsius in some areas of Sweden. As of early Monday evening, the Finnish Meteorological Institute (FMI) issued yellow-level alerts for “potentially dangerous temperatures” across most of Finland. Sweden issued similar warnings, particularly in the north. RELATED: World Records Third-Warmest June, Says Copernicus Climate Change Service Heat alert […]

Irish Sinn Fein Leaders Slam Trump’s Tariffs

Mary Lou McDonald and Conor Murphy warned of the destabilising effects such tariffs could have on global trade. On Monday, leaders of the Irish party Sinn Fein criticised U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to raise tariffs to 30 percent on the European Union (EU), including Ireland. RELATED: EU Proposes New Countermeasures Amid Trade Dispute With […]

EU Proposes New Countermeasures Amid Trade Dispute With U.S.

The European response could be a new round of tariffs on U.S. goods worth 72 billion euros. On Monday, European Union trade ministers met in Brussels following U.S. President Donald Trump’s surprise announcement over the weekend of new tariffs on the bloc. Maros Sefcovic, the EU’s trade chief, said after the meeting that it was […]

Spain Urges EU to Suspend Association Agreement with Israel and Enforce Arms Embargo Amid Gaza War

Spain is urging the EU to suspend its association agreement with Israel, enforce a full arms embargo, and expand sanctions, citing violations of human rights and international law amid the war in Gaza.

UN: Only 35% of Global Development Goals on Track as Conflict and Inequality Persist

A UN report finds that only 35% of global development goals are on track, with poverty, food insecurity, and armed conflict slowing or reversing progress in key areas.

Declining Childhood Vaccination Rates Expose Millions to Preventable Diseases, WHO and UNICEF Warn

Over 30 million children were not fully vaccinated against MMR in 2024, according to WHO and UNICEF. Experts warn of widening immunity gaps and rising outbreaks of preventable diseases.

RSF Attacks Kill Nearly 300 Civilians in North Kordofan, Sudan

Sudanese rights groups say RSF attacks on villages in North Kordofan left nearly 300 civilians dead, deepening the country’s humanitarian crisis.

U.S. defense expands AI use with leading tech firms, raising data security and ethical questions.Photo:EFE.

Pentagon Awards $200 Million AI Contracts to Google, OpenAI, xAI, and Anthropic Amid National Security Push, Raising Privacy Concerns

The Pentagon’s Chief Digital and AI Office grants $200 million contracts to leading AI firms to accelerate advanced AI adoption for U.S. defense, sparking debates on data security, privacy, and ethical risks. Related: Pentagon’s “Drone Dominance” Era Exposes U.S. Hypocrisy: Trump’s Anti-War Rhetoric vs. Military Buildup The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has awarded contracts […]

Germany considers bringing back conscription to strengthen armed forces, says President Steinmeier.Photo:EFE.

German President Advocates Reintroduction of Mandatory Military Service Amid European Security Concerns

Germany’s President Frank-Walter Steinmeier calls for debate on reinstating compulsory military service to address shifting security challenges in Europe, highlighting the need to strengthen armed forces amid ongoing conflicts. Related: Germany Convenes Meeting to Toughen European Migration Policy In a significant policy statement, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has voiced support for reintroducing mandatory military service, […]

Cuba honors Buhari’s legacy of African sovereignty and solidarity.Photo:EFE.

Cuban President Expresses Condolences on Passing of Nigerian Ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Honoring His Legacy of African Sovereignty

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel offers heartfelt condolences to Nigeria on the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, recognizing his commitment to African dignity, sovereignty, and solidarity with Cuba. Related: African Leaders Mourn the Death of Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari With profound sorrow, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has extended sincere condolences to the family, government, […]

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Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel offers heartfelt condolences to Nigeria on the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, recognizing his commitment to African dignity, sovereignty, and solidarity with Cuba. Related: African Leaders Mourn the Death of Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari With profound sorrow, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has extended sincere condolences to the family, government, […]

Cuba honors Buhari’s legacy of African sovereignty and solidarity.Photo:EFE.

Related: Israel Launches Airstrikes on Syrian Tanks Amid Sectarian Clashes in Suwayda Since early 2025, Syria has witnessed a dangerous escalation in sectarian violations and repressive practices in several provinces, primarily the Syrian coast, Homs, and the rural areas of Hama. Reliable reports have documented massacres, killings, and kidnappings targeting Alawites, alongside a rise in […]

City of Hama, Syria.Photo:EFE.

US District Judge Loretta Preska upholds ruling requiring Argentina to transfer 51% of YPF shares to litigation funds, despite Argentina’s claims of unconstitutional extraterritorial jurisdiction and threats to national sovereignty. Related: Argentina Faces Loss of Over 430,000 Jobs Amid Unchecked Trade Liberalization Policies In a significant setback for Argentina, US District Judge Loretta Preska of […]

US federal judge confirms order for Argentina to cede majority of YPF to litigation funds. Photo: EFE.

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