A look at recent political controversies, including omnibus decrees, a housing dispute in Spain, a mayor's controversial condolences, and Greenpeace's legal battle. Read more...

Controversy swirls around reported NOAA layoffs amid DOGE audits, while a New Jersey man accused of murdering his brother attempts suicide. Read more...

This article explores diverse political landscapes, from film financing's influence to Congolese refugees fleeing conscription and Gen Z's gender role divisions. Read more...

Stephen A. Smith comments on his potential 2028 presidential run, while Pete Hegseth doesn't rule out strikes on fentanyl labs in Mexico. Transgender activists also storm the Iowa Capitol. Read more...

A former lifelong criminal, once deemed an incorrigible recidivist, has been granted early release and is now studying Latin while working at a kindergarten. The town of Salò also revokes Mussolini's honorary citizenship. Read more...

Milan faces urban planning corruption probe while national broadcaster Tg1 is accused of censoring coverage of a magistrates' strike, sparking protests. Read more...

Spain faces challenges as lawmakers fail to disclose lobbying meetings, a crucial Land Law stalls in Congress, and key regions reject debt cancellation plans, highlighting political divisions. Read more...

A Republican budget blueprint, supporting Trump's agenda, passed the House amid Democratic opposition. A separate proposal to eliminate Social Security benefit taxes sparks debate about its impact. Read more...

The DRC is facing dual health crises: a spreading mpox variant and a deadly, unidentified illness linked to bats, prompting concern from the WHO. Read more...

A look at the Slovak political party Smer's evolving positions on the Russian war, historical monuments, and democratic values, as analyzed by various political commentators. Read more...

A new book alleges a cover-up of Joe Biden's health decline, while a former supporter launches a new political party citing dissatisfaction with both Democrats and Republicans. Read more...

Austria's political landscape shifts as ÖVP, SPÖ, and Neos agree to form a coalition government, sidelining the FPÖ and ending months of political uncertainty. Read more...

After a five-year hiatus, North Korea has welcomed back Western tourists, marking a significant shift since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. Travelers from Europe, Australia, and Canada are among the first to experience the Hermit Kingdom. Read more...

Recent news highlights cycling fines in Poland and controversial sentencing changes in the UK, alongside a German trial for a government overthrow plot. Read more...

A look at recent political controversies in Italy and abroad, from a councilor's resignation over pregnancy comments to Elon Musk's Starlink representative's criticism of Italian policy. Read more...

Italian judges and prosecutors are staging strikes and protests against proposed reforms to the justice system, citing threats to the democratic state and the role of the prosecutor. Prime Minister Meloni is set to meet with the ANM to discuss the issues. Read more...

Stay up-to-date with the latest business news, including Apple's diversity policies and legal battles, VAT suspensions for microentrepreneurs, the state of Stellantis, and France's agricultural fair. Read more...

The escalating conflict in eastern Congo, fueled by the M23 rebellion and supported by Rwanda, has led to widespread sexual violence, resource exploitation, and brutal attacks on civilians. Reports detail harrowing accounts of rape, murder, and mass graves. Read more...

Carnival celebrations bring joy and solidarity, from noise attenuators for sensitive individuals to samba school tributes in Rio. Plus, a literary take on the festival's democratic spirit. Read more...

A roundup of political news including Trump's media restrictions, Estonia's language policy, Italian bill savings, abuse allegations, and a new prosecutor appointment. Read more...