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The United States ended its membership in the WHO on January 22, 2025, and suspended funding. We examine why this matters now — for global health and for Ukraine, where the war makes every dollar of aid critical.
After the French president appeared wearing Henry Jullien glasses, the shares of a small holding rose by roughly 30%. We examine why a single accessory became a financial catalyst and what this means for small-scale manufacturers and brands, including Ukrainian ones.
Britain is preparing a sweeping overhaul of legislation regulating the sex services sector. Parliamentarians are focusing on worker safety and on combating criminal risks through advanced digital standards.
At the Heldinnen-Awards ceremony in Berlin, President of the Bundestag Julia Klöckner (CDU) called for the introduction of the "Nordic model," criminalizing the clients of prostitutes.
The "East" grouping of forces reports that Ukrainian troops are conducting clearance operations in Pokrovsk and establishing new supply routes despite Russian claims of control over the city.
Elon Musk said there could be 12 years of Republican rule: four years of Trump followed by two terms of Vance. The remarks were delivered virtually at a meeting of the former DOGE team amid fears of assassination attempts.
The UK government is examining the possibility of banning the financing of political parties with cryptocurrency. The restriction could hit Nigel Farage’s Reform UK hardest — the first party to officially accept such donations.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticized the approach of previous Conservative governments to China and said that a policy of restoring dialogue with Beijing is necessary for the country’s national interests.
Pope Leo XIV visited the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, but did not pray there, focusing instead on strengthening ties with Orthodox patriarchs. He signed a joint declaration seeking a common date for Easter and called for unity among the churches.
Democrats plan to use the "Trump slump" to reclaim the Nevada governorship in the 2026 election. They are trying to tie Republican Governor Joe Lombardo to Trump's unpopular policies amid the state's economic troubles.
Israeli soldiers in the West Bank shot dead two Palestinians after they surrendered, in footage that captured the incident. The Israeli army has opened an investigation; Palestinian authorities call it an extrajudicial execution.
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed a law banning the purchase, possession, transfer, manufacture and import of vapes, electronic cigarettes and nicotine liquids. Violators face fines, corrective labor or 3–5 years' imprisonment. The report also mentions a ban on smoking in Milan starting in 2025.
North Korea is using the conflict in Ukraine for propaganda, urging soldiers to blow themselves up if faced with the threat of capture. This is being promoted as a display of eternal loyalty to Kim Jong Un.
Serbia will prepare an amendment to the 2026 budget that will allow, if necessary, the nationalization of NIS, which is controlled by Gazprom. Parliament Speaker Ana Brnabić personally does not support the decision, but it is needed for the country's energy security.
Fifty of the 303 students kidnapped from a Catholic school in Nigeria have escaped from captivity. Another 253 children and 12 teachers remain with the abductors. Pope Leo XIV called for the immediate release of the hostages. No group has claimed responsibility for the abduction.
Trump spoke out against repealing limits on TV ownership backed by the chair of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission. The president said it would allow "radical-left networks" to expand. The decision threatens deals worth billions of dollars.
The Association of Family Entrepreneurs in Germany decided to open a dialogue with the far‑right AfD party, prompting a wave of criticism. Deutsche Bank terminated its lease agreement with the association. Experts warn of devastating consequences for the economy.
The U.S. has designated Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro as a member of a foreign terrorist organization. That gives Washington the ability to impose additional sanctions. Trump hopes to force the dictator to step down without military action.
The party actively recruited candidates and invested in elections for school boards to oust Republicans. And it worked.
U.S. President Donald Trump holds all the cards ahead of his Friday meeting in the Oval Office with New York's elected mayor, Zokhran Mamdani. His advantage over the future mayor is significant, reports Politico.
As a result of the earthquake in Bangladesh, at least five people have died, including a child, and more than 450 have been injured. The epicenter of the tremors was located near the Narsingdi district, approximately 30 kilometers from the capital Dhaka. This was reported by the BBC.
The agency reports a reduction in queues, improvements in online services, and tax benefits for recipients of payments.
The founder of Wikipedia, Jimmy Wales, doubts the ability of artificial intelligence to write encyclopedic articles. He made this statement at the CNBC summit on Tuesday, commenting on the launch of Elon Musk's AI encyclopedia called "Grokipedia."
Latvia and Estonia have promised to close border crossing points with Belarus if necessary, thereby expressing support for Lithuania. This was reported by the country's Prime Minister Inga Ruginene, according to LRT.
Bosnia and Herzegovina has announced its readiness to cooperate in the investigation of crimes committed between 1992 and 1996. According to a former intelligence officer, groups of foreigners organized hunts for civilians during the war.
The final day of the Grand Prix in Guadalajara turned into a true celebration of judo. Gold medals were won by Cristian Parlati, Kurena Ikeda, Zelim Kotsuev, Raz Hershko, and Ushangi Kokauri, brilliantly concluding the Pan American tour.
King of Spain Felipe VI and Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized "friendly coexistence" and "trusting relations" between their countries during a bilateral meeting at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Wednesday.