Japan’s donation-based local tax system goes off the rails
Strawberries in Sweden and the shadow of one of Europe’s deadliest gangs
In Poland, judicial review creates constitutional crisis
World newsletter June 24, 2024
“Only elegant ladies allowed”: a gym’s rule in South Korea shines light on discriminatory practices
The precarious state of abortion access in Italy
In the midst of an economic crisis, Turkey wants to multiply its foreign departure fees by ten
Conspirationist doctor sentenced in Germany for falsifying certificates during COVID-19 pandemic
When investing in AI, Microsoft also looks at energy supply
Brazilian Parliament approves controversial “blouse tax” on imported goods
In Chile, Indigenous bid for coastal waters faces resistance from the fish farming industry
Bill favoring the statute of limitations for crimes against humanity approved in Peru
Norwegian youths will be taught to prepare for war in response to Russian threat
Portuguese government tightens immigration rules while 1 in 5 businesses rely on foreign labor
Chinese students targeted by kidnapping scams in Australia
Escalating conflict in Sudan causes the largest displacement crisis of children
Ozempic drug trafficking: An entire network exposed in Romania
Marriage certificates will no longer be required for couples to book a hotel room in Morocco
Japan’s donation-based local tax system goes off the rails
Japan’s Ministry of the Interior and Communications announced on June 25 that it would review the rules governing local taxes, based on a system of donations to the city of one’s choice.
Strawberries in Sweden and the shadow of one of Europe’s deadliest gangs
The illegal sale of strawberries in Sweden has been linked to a sophisticated network of organized crime, with top gang members allegedly using strawberry stands to launder money.
In Poland, judicial review creates constitutional crisis
Poland’s Constitutional Court has ruled that a bill was passed unconstitutionally because two politicians, who had lost their parliamentary seats due to criminal convictions, were excluded from the parliamentary process.
“Only elegant ladies allowed”: a gym’s rule in South Korea shines light on discriminatory practices
A gym in South Korea has ignited a nationwide controversy by displaying a sign banning “ajumma” (aunties) from using its facilities. The lack of anti-discrimination laws in the country permits organizations to implement such exclusionary policies.
The precarious state of abortion access in Italy
In 1978, Law 194 legalized abortion in Italy. Nearly 50 years later, Meloni’s far-right government has introduced laws to deter women from seeking abortions. Her position recently triggered spats with other European leaders.